735 Main Rd, Edgeworth,
NSW, 2285

Our Team

The Vets Who Walk Beside You

Our vets bring more than medical expertise; they bring insight, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to the lives in their care. Each offers unique strengths from surgical precision to exotic animal clinical expertise, and they never stop learning.

Through ongoing education and hands-on experience, they expand their skills to ensure every pet receives the highest standard of care.

Over the years, through milestones and challenges, they walk beside you, offering trusted guidance, gentle honesty, and a purpose that shapes every decision they make.

Dr Kimberley Earl

Partner Veterinarian | BVSc (Hons), MANZCVS (Avian Health)

Edgeworth partner & Avian health expert Dr Kimberley Earl brings decades of experience, deep compassion, and a lifelong love of animals to every consult…

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Dr Nicole Melhem

Partner Veterinarian | BVSc (Hons)

Dr Nicole Melhem is a founding partner with over 20 years’ experience in general practice, emergency care, and exotic and avian medicine…

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Dr Perin Patterson

Partner Veterinarian | BVSc (Hons), MANZCVS (Small Animal Surgery)

Partner vet and small animal surgeon Dr Perin Patterson brings sharp surgical expertise, practical compassion, and over 20 years of clinical experience.

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Dr Bethany Staples

Veterinarian | BVetBiol/DVM

Dr Bethany Staples is a warm and detail-driven clinician with a love of soft tissue surgery and a special interest in ophthalmology…

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Dr Melanie Ngo

Veterinarian | BVetBiol/DVM MANZCVS (Avian Health)

Dr Melanie Ngo is a calm, curious vet who provides thoughtful care for unique and often misunderstood pets at Edgeworth Veterinary…

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Dr Kayt Playford

Veterinarian | BVetBiol/DVM

Dr Kayt Playford combines surgical skill with heartfelt care, helping pets heal through expert vet surgery and thoughtful follow-up support…

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Dr Joyce Lai

Veterinarian | BVetBiol/DVM

Dr Joyce Lai has spent the past ten years in the veterinary industry, in both general practice and shelter settings as both a nurse and veterinarian.

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The Steady Hands Behind Every Heartbeat

Our veterinary nurses are more than capable; they’re deeply attuned. They don’t just assist with procedures; they anchor anxious pets, reassure worried families, and bring a rare blend of tenderness and technical finesse to every moment.

Whether monitoring a heartbeat under anaesthetic or translating complex care into clear, kind advice, they work with quiet certainty and emotional intelligence. Their presence is often unspoken but always felt, the kind of care that lingers long after the visit ends.

Kiarni Feenan

Cert IV Veterinary Nursing; RVN; Fear Free Certificate

“I take pride in my strong memory, helps me remember each patient and the little details that make a big difference in their care.”

Rebecca Warren

Cert IV Veterinary Nursing

“I love helping make each patient’s visit as calm, comfortable, and stress-free as possible.”

Jazmyn Webster

Cert IV Veterinary Nursing; RVN (Registered Veterinary Nurse); Diploma in Herpetology; Fear Free Certificate

“You’ll often find me in surgery, my second home and lifelong professional passion.”

Elizabeth Foster

Cert IV Veterinary Nursing; Fear Free Certificate

“Ensuring every patient receives the highest quality of care no matter the species”

Christie Gunter

Cert IV Veterinary Nursing, Bachelor of Applied Science (Veterinary Technology)

“I love being part of a caring team dedicated to keeping pets happy and healthy.”

Tabitha McCall

Cert IV Veterinary Nursing; RVN; Bachelor of Zoology; Fear Free Certificate

“I love seeing patients come back healthy and happy after days or weeks of hospital care.”

Emma Higgins

Cert IV Veterinary Nursing; RVN, APVN Avian (Advanced Program in Veterinary Nursing)

“I stay level-headed in a crisis and enjoy tackling challenging cases and unusual pets.”

Jazzmine Wilkins

Cert IV Veterinary Nursing

“I am here to make every visit gentle, kind and full of care.”

Sylvia Taylor

Cert IV Veterinary Nursing

“Every tail wag and purr makes the job worth it”

Holly Durham

Currently Studying Cert IV Veterinary Nursing

“I quietly keep patients comfortable, manage laundry, and keep the hospital stocked and tidy.”

The People Who Make It All Flow

Our support team are the unseen conductors of daily life at Edgeworth, part organisers, part communicators, and part warm-hearted human glue. From the moment you call or walk in, they’re already thinking two steps ahead, making sure every need is anticipated and every visit seamless.

They manage the tempo of a busy clinic without ever letting compassion slip. Behind the desk or behind the scenes, they keep everything connected with grace, good humour, and an unwavering commitment to every client’s experience.

Ashlee Kellehear

Bachelor of Communication (Media Studies); Fear Free Certificate; Certificate II Animal Studies.

“I love forming connections with clients and pets, answering questions and making visits run smoothly.”

Charly Gunning

Cert IV Veterinary Nursing; Fear Free Certificate.

“I’m here to support pet parents with empathy, listening carefully and offering honest, helpful advice.”