staff

Our staff regularly attends conferences and seminars to keep up to date.

 

In addition we liaise regularly with specialists, to whom we can refer clients when required.

 

 
veterinary surgeons

 
   

Dr. Brian Garrett- B.V.Sc,M.R.C.V.S.
Brian took over Belmont Veterinary Hospital in 2005 allowing John Newell (previous owner) more time to concentrate on artificial breeding.

Brian has been at Belmont Vet since 2002. He graduated in 1992 from Melbourne University and spent the next 8 years working in England and traveling world wide. Brian has a particular interest in all aspects of surgery and oncology, (treatment of cancer).
Outside of work, Brian enjoys Scuba diving, photography and horse riding.
Dr. Peter Yore - B.V.Sc
Peter joined Belmont Veterinary Hospital in 1983 from Sandown Veterinary Clinic (Melbourne) with a special interest in the Racing Greyhound. He is gifted with a relaxed teaching style, and much of his presentation as a keynote speaker at the Post Graduate Committee in Veterinary Science conference on Greyhounds that year was based on his original observation and research. He has presented clinical papers at many conferences since this time. The past few years has seen a natural extension from greyhounds to Canine Sports Medicine are to be found in his The four hour video "The Racing Greyhound" is still considered as a major contribution to Greyhound knowledge.
Peter is accredited with The International Veterinary Acupuncture Society. (I.V.A.S.) and is particularly skilled in Manipulation and Chiropractic adjustments.

Dr. Ross Beatty B.V.Sc (Hons)
Ross has been practicing veterinary science since 1976. He was in partnership, in a practice for 25 years and is now enjoying regular part time work at Belmont Veterinary Hospital. Ross is interested in all medical and surgical problems in dogs and cats.

When not working Ross enjoys playing golf badly!

Dr Shalini Sinnan B.V.Sc

Shalini joined Belmont Vets in April 2011 after graduating from Perth.

Dr.Sne Mata B.V.Sc

Sne joined our team of vets in January 2011 after graduating from Sydney.

 
 
nurses
  • Weight Control Clinics
  • Care Advice for the young owner
  • Pocket Pets - guinea pigs, rabbits, ferrets and rats
  • Nails, teeth and beaks trimmed
  • Administering Medications
  • Discharges
  • Post Operative check ups
  • Dressing changes
  • Nutrition Advice
  • Dental Check
  • Kitten and Cat Care

 
   
Paula Garrett - Veterinary Nurse
Paula emigrated to Australia in 2000, to join Brian and a life in Australia.
When she's not busy chasing paperwork, she looks after their 3 amazing children Benn, Beth and Harry and their small menagerie.

Jen Witt - Veterinary Nurse
Jen started working at Belmont Vets in March 2003. She is a full time employee and enjoys surgery and running puppy pre-school classes.
At home she likes to cuddle her 5 cats Kenny, Quilla, Drake, Tripp and Tippsy. She also has pet lizards. One day she would love to work with exotic animals.

Tate Young - Veterinary Nurse
Tate joined Belmont Veterinary Hospital in December 2005. Previously working with horses on a small stud and at the track.

When she is not working, she enjoys riding her horses and going to the beach her dog, Teds.

Janette Cocks - Veterinary Nurse
Janette joined the Belmont's team of nurses in June 2006.
Her special interests include anaesthesia, assisting surgery and post operative care.
She has recently adopted an unfortunate injured greyhound pup called Riley.

At home or at work, the animals keep her busy.

Amanda Botham - Veterinary Nurse
In May 2008 Amanda joined the team of veterinary nurses

Her special interests in vet nursing are in surgery and anaesthetics.
Out of work she enjoys playing soccer and looking after her budgie. Jordon and rabbit Earl Grey.

Milly Cocks - Trainee Veterinary Nurse

Milly joined Belmont Vets, team of nurses in October 2010 and is currently studying Certificate 2 at Kurri Kurri Tafe.  To relax, Milly enjoys music festivals, travelling and riding her horse, a standardbred called Digger.