Dr. Andrew BVSc (Sydney)
Dr. Andrew BVSc (Sydney)Hospital Director (Lead Veterinarian)
Andrew grew up in Greystanes where his love of animals began early in life and after experiencing the difference vets could make to pets and their families decided to study veterinary science. Andrew graduated from Sydney University in 2010 and has been working in small animal practice since. To Parramatta Vet Hospital he brings the experience and knowledge from many years of practice around the Sydney area.

Andrew has a keen interest in helping clients navigate the often daunting world of veterinary treatment when a loved pet is unwell and in doing so providing a comprehensive experience of vet care. Andrew has a special interest in emergency medicine and has undertaken postgraduate study in this area. He also has developed an interest in imaging and ophthalmology. Andrew is currently studying to complete his Master’s degree through the University of Edinburgh in Advanced Clinical Practice.

Outside work, Andrew likes spending most of his spare time with his wife Kate who is currently studying to become a paediatric gastroenterologist at Westmead Children’s Hospital. Andrew has two dogs Charli (a wire-haired Hungarian Viszla) and Ellie (a Spoodle) and when not at work enjoys spending time with family, hiking, camping and mountain biking.

Dr. Christine BSc DVM
Dr. Christine BSc DVMVeterinarian

Christine’s earliest animal experiences were actually not of cats and dogs but cattle and poultry. At James Ruse Agricultural H.S. She spent her days learning about all aspects of beef cattle and egg layer chicken care and even won reserve champion bull at the Castle Hill Show once with her Angus bull Poseidon!

Her interest in the human-animal bond led to her move to Adelaide for 6 years to complete the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Upon graduation in 2017 she returned to be with her furry and human family in Sydney. Christine enjoys the variety of general practice and is pursuing further studies in ultrasonography.

The last year has seen Christine in Kiama, the Blue Mountains, Adelaide and the Sunshine Coast. She has a 14-year-old Maltese, Romeo who much like his owner enjoys afternoon naps, road trips and quiet time with loved ones.

Dr. Rie BVSc
Dr. Rie BVScVeterinarian
Dr Rie Sato graduated from University of Sydney in 2014. She has enjoyed being a vet and felt privileged to work with furry animals and their human owners. She had worked in a few small animal clinics and an emergency hospital in Sydney before joining Parramatta Veterinary Hospital in 2019.

Her professional interests include clinical pathology, imaging and emergency medicine.

She lives locally with her human husband and her rescued feline buddy, Lilly, who never fails to wake her up at 5am for food. Outside of her work, she enjoys bush walking, trail riding and just relaxing at home with her cat.

Cassandra
CassandraPractice Manager
Cass started out life as a veterinary nurse back in 2006 in a general practice clinic. She joined the Parramatta Vet family in 2017 and since is also teaching Veterinary Nursing Students at TAFE. Cass has worked in a wide variety of hospitals including general practice, specialist/emergency and welfare organisations.

She is passionate about professional development and holds 9 qualifications in veterinary nursing, business administration, human resources, training and development and practice management. A couple of her favourite parts about the role include making the furry patients feel comfortable while they are in hospital and supporting and encouraging the awesome team of vets, nurses and receptionist to achieve their personal and professional goals of greatness!!

She has two beautiful cats Frankie and Poppy who are a perfect bonded pair of fluff! In her spare time, she loves spending time with her partner Andy, dancing and spending time with her perfect kitties.

Nadia
NadiaVeterinary Nurse
Nadia has been employed at Parramatta Veterinary Hospital since 2012. Nadia had always dreamed of working at Parramatta Vets since she was little and when she finally got work placement as a student she worked her way up to being a nurse and have never left.

Nadia’s qualifications include- Certificate II in Animal studies, Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, Certificate III & IV in Captive Animals , Certificate in Animal Hydrotherapy, Certificate in Animal Massage and Natural Medicine, WIRES Carer Certificate for birds and possums Nadia also volunteered at a local animal shelter for 9 years, and volunteered at the local zoo for 3 years where her love of animals grew even more.

The areas in which Nadia enjoys most are training and developing vet nurses, monitoring anaesthetics, encouraging mental health awareness in the workplace and providing care and developing strong bonds with boarding animals. Nadia has a strong interest and love in animal enrichment.

Nadia has a Kelpie named Chance and is obsessed with cattle dogs and kelpies! She also has a handsome cat named Alfie, and a naughty rabbit named Paddington.

Nadia spends her free time snuggling with her pets and spending time with her fiance. They are both Disney obsessed and plan to travel to every Disney across the globe!!!!

Cindy
CindyVeterinary Nurse
Cindy was inspired to start working with animals after her dog Teenie came into her life. She started her journey in working with animals as a store assistant in a pet store where her interest eventually grew into working with animals in the medical field.

Cindy has been a veterinary nurse since 2015, and has completed her Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing. She joined the Parramatta team in February, 2019 and has been loving all the different cases that come through. Her next goal is advancing into the crazy world of emergency veterinary nursing where she hopes to further develop her skills as a nurse.

Teenie is Cindy’s dog, a pomeranian x chihuahua. Teenie frequently roams around the clinic and steals the hearts of those in her path. Apart from being a veterinary nurse, Cindy is also Teenie’s mumager to her Instagram account where she shares cute photos of Teenie’s adventures in life! Cindy also has a smooth knob tailed gecko named Mudkip and is slowly learning about the care of exotic animals.

Katharine
KatharineVeterinary Nurse
Katharine has worked in many different areas of the animal care industry. From starting at a dog day care centre, to working at a cat adoption centre, to working at a shelter and now at Parramatta Veterinary Hospital. She has completed studies in Companion Animals, Dog Training & Behaviour and is currently working through her Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing.

Katharine has a passion for educating the public about animal care and about being the best pet owner they can be.

She lives with her cat Lucky (who is a ‘foster fail’) and when not at work, she can be found checking out new eateries, watching a play/musical, or exploring new spots in and around Sydney.

Alison
AlisonVeterinary Nurse
Alison’s love for all things great and small started early in life, from playing with the family dog, to watching birds and insects in the garden. Exploration and discovery were always top priority, so when her family purchased land out at Mudgee, this was the perfect opportunity for adventures!

Alison has been part of the team here at Parramatta Vet since May 2018, she has a Cert II in animal studies and is currently studying Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing through TAFE. She has a keen interest in all aspects of animal care and behaviour and would one day love to specialize in more exotic animals.

Alison has two cats, Leela and Snowball, both rescues, Leela, having only one eye, likes to think she rules the roost, but Snowball is always happy to let her know who’s really in charge!

Alison also has two Galah’s. Dobby, she has had for 6 years, and formed a lifelong bond after nursing him back to health after he crashed into a window. Bugsy, is the newest edition to the clan, after being brought into the clinic incredibly malnourished and having plucked out most of her feathers from stress, Alison’s love and care has seen this timid little bird transform into the most outgoing, lovable companion, and even begin to grow her feathers back!

Donna
DonnaReceptionist
Donna has been the receptionist at Parramatta Vet Hospital since April 2018. She did her Certificate II in animal studies as a mature-age student and says “it was a very proud day when she started at Parramatta Clinic”.

She is Mum to 2 young adult daughters (who keep her very busy) and also has 3 cats Queeny, who was found in the gutter as a kitten 18 years ago, Kamali, who was a “failed foster” from her work placement clinic 3 years ago and her prince, Murray, who just turned up at the door a year ago and never left (another blessing from the universe).

Donna enjoys her job at the Clinic because it is a pleasure to be involved in the health, care and welfare of all of the pets that come in.

Outside of work enjoys the beach (at any opportunity), loves pottering around in the garden and caring for her impressing range of succulents and cacti.

Slinky
SlinkyClinic Cat
Slinky came to us as a small kitten and we just couldn’t resist keeping her. Named Slinky because she is a bit of a slinker, she’ll often be seen darting around the hospital. She has settled in over the years and loves a smooch (on her own terms!). Slinky loves to eat so is currently on a strict weight management plan but just can’t seem to lose her flabby belly. We love her anyway!
Pyro
PyroClinic Cat
Most of you will have met Pyro or at least heard tales of his antics. This little dude rules the hospital and spends all day pestering staff, sleeping in inappropriate places and stealing food from the staff room. He’s been known to jump out of cupboards whilst the vets are consulting or curl up in the the lap of recently bereaved pet owners. You may have noticed he’s not at reception as much these days, that’s because he was secretly jumping into the food shelving and biting open the biggest bags of dog food rendering them no longer for sale. Naughty Pyro!