Introducing Our Practice Team

I grew up in James Herriot country in rural Yorkshire, and was inspired by reading his veterinary novels as a young child. Growing up with dogs, cats and horses sparked my real passion for veterinary medicine, which I was determined to pursue from a young age.

My goal with every patient visit is to provide a knowledgeable, friendly and trustworthy service, and to ensure that every pet gets the caring treatment (and treats where appropriate !) they deserve.

I am married to Jane, and my family includes two children and two cats. Louis, a loyal and loveable companion and Mitten, a long haired, later addition to the family, who was rescued from a dustbin in Brentford. Mitten has a feisty temperament hidden beneath her beauty, and she keeps both my family and the surgery staff on their toes when she comes to stay!

After graduating from Cambridge University in 1991 and spending two years at a mixed animal practice (seeing dogs and cats, cows, horses, goats, deer and even the occasional Zebra from the travelling circus!) in Cambridgeshire, I decided to specialise in small animal practice (dogs, cats and family pets) where I felt I could give the best care, joining Young Veterinary Partnership in 1993. I am a partner in the practice.

I have a dedicated interest in all aspects of surgery, including bone and joint surgery (orthopaedics) and regularly perform more complex surgeries such as TTA cruciate (knee) surgeries.

Fulvia graduated from University of Teramo in Italy. Following graduation Fulvia has worked in specialist veterinary referral centres in Rome, before relocating to the UK. Fulvia has a particular interest in internal medicine, especially gastroenterology and endoscopy, and emergency medicine. Fulvia works at our Hounslow surgery.

I have recently graduated from Cambridge University and working at Young Vets is my first job following graduation. I’ve always had a love of animals, from working at a farm park when I was younger with all sorts of animals, to my own pets. A combination of this, along with the constant versatility in cases each day, made me want to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. I want to work together with owners and their pets to provide the best care and support to each individual patient. I grew up in the countryside and outside of work I enjoy going for long walks with my family and our dog, along with trips to the pub with my friends and playing netball.

Nicky graduated from The University of Melbourne in 2012 and worked for 5 years in Australia before relocating to the UK. She has worked all over the UK, from Newcastle to Cornwall, before finally settling in London. She has always had a passion for animals and attempted to save every helpless or injured animal that came her way as a child. It seemed inevitable that she would end up in this profession. That may explain the 5 cats her family own back in Australia, ranging from a three-legged Ragdoll to a Maine Coon with deformed elbows.

Nicky’s passions in the veterinary industry includes Small Animal Surgery, and she hopes to complete an Advanced Certificate in this area to hone her skills. She also loves facilitating the bond between owner and pet, and takes great satisfaction in developing good rapport with clients and their furbabies. One of the highlights of her career will always be delivering multiple puppies and kittens by caesarean section when she worked for a busy breeding clinic in Australia. During one such procedure, Nicky was delivering puppies by caesarean and she realised part way through the surgery that she had, in fact, delivered the mother by caesarean a few years earlier – that was magical.

I graduated from Cambridge University in 2022 and working with Young’s is one of my first jobs. I grew up in rural Wales and have had a variety of different pets from chickens, rabbits, koi to our most recent addition -a Cockapoo, who is certainly the boss of the household! I love the variety that being a vet offers which means there’s never a dull moment! In my spare time I am a keen runner and also enjoy travelling to new countries.

I am a dedicated veterinarian who graduated from Madrid in 2016. Throughout my academic journey, I realised that surgery was my true calling and I am currently in my final stages of completing a comprehensive surgical certificate program. This additional qualification allows me to bring an advanced level of expertise to the operating room.

Outside of work, I enjoy scuba diving and making culinary creations in the kitchen!

Throughout my years of study and veterinary medicine I have experienced many unforgettable moments including being bitten by a seal, peed on by a lion and being headbutted by a goat – reminding me of the unpredictability and wonder of the animal kingdom!

Following my graduation from the Royal Veterinary College in 2020, I went on to work at a small animal practice in East Sussex. Now, after relocating to West London, I have found myself at Young’s!

Growing up I had a variety of pets, from small mammals to horses! From a young age I had my sights set on becoming a vet, after experiencing my own pets requiring various veterinary treatment and feeling in awe of the vets providing their care.

I am enjoying all aspects of general practice currently, and particularly enjoy seeing our feline companions, making their experiences with us as calm & stress-free as possible. In the future I would like to undertake a certificate as to further my knowledge and experience in certain areas of practice, however for now I am enjoying everything equally.

In my free time I enjoy spending time outside, either walking or running, as well as cooking and baking for friends and family!

After completing my high school education in Poland, I embarked on a solo journey to the UK to gain my veterinary surgeon qualification. I graduated in 2022 from the University of Surrey and then landed my first position here at Youngs. I have a great interest and soft spot for all things feline, which led me to my recent adoption of Frances. She was left abandoned on the doorstep of one of our practices with her kittens, all of whom were snapped up quickly, since coming home she has started to really show her cheeky character!

As a new graduate I’m still discovering my further interests within the field, but I’ve been hugely enjoying the surgical aspect of the job and plan to keep developing in this direction. Outside of work I spend most of my free time hanging out with friends at various music events and travelling.

Since gaining my veterinary qualifications at Milan University, I have worked at various small animal practices around Italy and Milan, in both general practice and specialist centers focusing on soft tissue surgery and oncology. I have a keen interest in soft tissue surgery and I hope to pursue this further during my time in London.

I was inspired to work with animals following five years of volunteering at a local animal shelter whilst at high school, during this time I helped manage a wide range of cases and focused on building relationships with the patients during their stay.

In my spare time I enjoy travelling and hope to combine this with volunteering in future, in a country where strays are less fortunate and veterinary care is limited.

I have recently graduated from the Royal Veterinary College and am thrilled to have joined the Young Vets team.

I have grown up with all manner of pets, most memorably having hand raised four ducklings who ruled the house – sleeping in the kitchen and swimming in the bath tub!

I am passionate about providing the best care for every patient I meet and building great client relationships with their owners. I am enjoying all aspects of veterinary medicine currently, but am excited to discover my niche areas of interest in the future,

Outside of work I enjoy swimming, cooking and travelling.

Lynne heads our nursing team at Hounslow and has a wealth of experience. She has two dogs – Flora and Cooper, both Australian Shepherds, as well as 8 cats at last count! In her spare time Lynne can be seen in the show ring with Flora.

Ewa joined the practice in 2007, she qualified in 2009 and is the Head Nurse at our Ealing surgery. Her main interests are anaesthesia and laboratory work. She has a tabby and white cat called Stefan, and a hamster called Ruby. In her spare time, Ewa enjoys travelling with her family.

Sophie qualified in 2014 and enjoys all aspects of the job but has a particular interest in surgical nursing and anaesthesia.

Teresa has recently gained her qualifications following placements at both Hounslow and Ealing surgery, whilst attending the RCV, University of London to gain the title Registered Veterinary Nurse. Teresa has two cats at home, Fat Boi and Minzi – keeping her on her toes, at times! She enjoys all aspects of this varied role, but has a keen interest in post operative care, using her qualifications and knowledge to help support the patient in a smooth and comfortable stay and recovery with us.

Laura also gained her qualification whilst working here at Young Vets. We are incredibly proud of our nurses particularly when they qualify through training with us here in the surgery. Laura has been with us for many years and has previously studied as an animal care assistant. At home Laura has a beautiful, tripod Bengal cat named Nymphadora.

Roxanne is our receptionist at the Hounslow surgery, she will be a familiar face with many of our clients as she has been a nurse with us for many years. Roxanne has a Pug called Peggy.

Sarah manages our Ealing reception area and is well known to our clients with her many years at Young Veterinary Partnership.

Louise works at our Hounslow surgery, and can be seen with one of her many pugs (4 at the last count) Gus ,Kya, Peggy and a French Bulldog called Dolly. Louise also has two Shih Tzu’s and three cats.

Alice is the evening receptionist at our Hounslow surgery. She has two dogs Dee dee the Chihuahua and Bailey the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

Emily is the morning receptionist at our Hounslow surgery. She has six dogs keeping her very busy on her days off!

Michelle works at our Chiswick surgery, as a day time receptionist. She has young, Stevie, a cute and crazy Maltese X Shih Tzu X Poodle and Gary the tortoise.

Theresa is the afternoon/evening receptionist at our Hounslow surgery. She has nine cats – Almost all are strays from the practice and Frankie, plus Pancake the stray hamster!

Holly has recently joined our team as receptionist in Brentford. Holly has recently completed a course as Veterinary Assistant and is passionate about animal care. She owns one very naughty cat!