About Curtis Street Vets @ Pimpama

What We Offer You

• Modern premises
• Current technology
• Up to date techniques
• Specific and sound advice
• All small animals welcome
• Kindness and consideration at all times

Our clinic is an ECO Friendly Clinic. We have installed multiple solar panels on our roof of our clinic to ensure a reduction in our Carbon Footprint production. We ensure that all our power switches are switched off when they aren’t being used.

We primarily use bore water alone with a solar pump as well as rain water. We also have an enviro recycle sewage waste system, which is also linked with the Green Waste.

We try to minimise our paper usage, by emailing our clients instead of sending letters. We recycle all our ink cartridges with Planet Ark and also welcoming our clients to use our bin to help the eco system.

To ensure the most enjoyable calm and quiet experience in our clinic we have fully sound proofed walls and double-glazed windows, as we are located conveniently next to the M1 Highway.

BVSc (Hons), BAgrSc, MANZCVSc, CMAVA, CDec

Dr John was born in Albury, NSW. He grew up in southern Victoria amongst the race Horse community. He graduated from La Trobe University with his Agricultural Degree but he aspired to becoming a Veterinarian. So he migrated north through The University of Sydney, gaining his Veterinary degree, to Sunny Queensland.

He worked at Kessel’s Road Veterinary Hospital and Creek Road Cat Surgery before purchasing Killarney Veterinary Surgery with his partner Dr Christine. At Killarney Dr John’s career encompassed both small and large animals. Cattle Breeding and Endurance Riding were his favourite pastimes. If he was not at the clinic he was on the farm.

In 2003 the family decided on a ‘Sea Change’ and established Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery.

Dr John became a member of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists – Feline Chapter and a Chartered Member of the Australian Veterinary Association.

Dr John’s special interests include cat medicine, dog medicine and dog reproduction (especially canine dystocia). He has his own breeding dogs – Golden Retrievers – who smile every time they see him.

Currently much of Dr John’s time is devoted to brachycephalic dogs (e.g. French Bulldogs, Pugs, British Bulldogs, Australian Bulldogs and Boston Terriers). Dr John is an accredited export Veterinarian. He, also, enjoys breeding Burmese Cats.

BVSc (Honours)

My name is Melissa, and you will find me at Curtis Street Vets most days with Wednesdays being spent at our sister clinic, Jacobs Well Vet Surgery. I started working at Jacobs Well Vet Surgery as a nurse in 2014 whilst studying Veterinary Science at the University of Queensland and naturally started work with Dr John and the team of lovely nursers shortly after I graduated.

I enjoy all areas of Veterinary medicine however, I have a special interest in our Brachycephalic patients including Brachycephalic airway surgery and soft tissue surgery. I also thoroughly enjoy working with our reproduction cases from AIs to performing Caesarians. When not in the clinic, you will find me out doing our Equine house calls and recently completed my Level 1 Equine Dentistry Certification.

In my spare time you will find me with my two horses – Luna, a Percheron X and Razamataz, a Belgium Draft X, having a special interest for heavy horses. I also compete in the sport of Equestrian Vaulting – having completed at State, National and International levels over the last 10 years. When not with the horses, my time is spent with my beloved fur child ‘Bentley’ an Irish Setter who loves running a muck – keep an eye for us at The Spit on Sundays!

BVsc (Hons)

 

Dr Chris is our newest Veterinarian at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery and Curtis Street Vets@Pimpama. Dr Chris originally came from Melbourne, but moved to Queensland to study Veterinary Science at the University of Queensland. He began working at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery in 2017.

Dr Chris's interests are in medicine and animal pathology. He also has a special interest in surgery. Dr Chris is hard working, kindly, approachable and focused on providing his clients and their animals with the best care possible.

In Dr Chris's spare time, he enjoys: international travelling, hiking, charcoal drawing, beach walking, music and a good red wine. Dr Chris also enjoys a good chat and meeting new people.

Dr Chris’s enjoys taking the time to get to the source of your animal’s difficulty. With his dedication, Dr Chris is a great addition to the Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery and Curtis Street Vets@Pimpama team.

BVSc, MAgrSc, BAppSc (RT) (Hons)

Dr Christine although born in Melbourne, grew up in the farming community of Central Qld, Central NSW, and then settled in South East Queensland.  Naturally she attended Gatton Agricultural College and graduated with a practical - hands on - agricultural degree.

After a working tour of the old country (Europe), Dr Christine attended The University of Sydney and graduated with her Masters Degree. It was here she met her future husband Dr John and she was inspired to pursue a veterinary career. 

After graduating from The University of Queensland with her BVSc, she and Dr John purchased Killarney Veterinary Surgery. Dr Christine spent much time sitting on the cattle yard rails yarning to farmers about herd and population dynamics, attending cow caesarians, horse riding and raising their child Lorraine.

The ‘Sea Change’ leads the couple to Jacobs Well where they established Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery.

Dr Christine loves to get amongst the animals and use her veterinary knowledge however life’s turns have necessitated a lean toward practice management. Sometimes you will see her pop her head into the clinic proper when she has some free time. The new surgery, Curtis Street Vets @ Pimpama, has been the couple’s pet project for some time.

Michelle

Certificate IV - Veterinary Nursing

I was brought up on a huge poultry farm in Eastern Gippsland Victoria. I have had animals ever since I can remember, from fostering baby lambs to finding injured animals on the side of the road, (such as wombats and baby joeys who’s mums were killed in car accidents). My favourite pastimes are riding horses and breeding – also showing - my Pugs and French Bulldogs.

On Mondays and Thursdays you will find me working along side Dr John and Dr Melissa at Curtis Street Vets @ Pimpama. I am an early riser and have already fed my horses and my myriad of dogs at home before arriving fresh to start the day.

Tess

I feel very lucky to be working at Curtis Street Vets @ Pimpama. After leaving school I completed my Certificate III in Animal Studies. I then worked at the Strawberry Farm because I wanted to work with animals.  I had already started my Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing before coming to this Veterinary Surgery, dreaming, one day, of becoming a Veterinary Nurse.

I was so glad to be chosen to work in this community.  I have studied hard and listened to all the vets’ advice and I feel confident if you come into my surgery, with my help, you will attain the best outcome for you and your pet.

Soon to finish this Certificate, my next goal is to study a Diploma to know even more about the care of the pets that visit us.

At home I have Cockatoos, Guinea Pigs and my fur baby ‘Chicky’, a Jack Russell cross Pug, who keep me company. ‘Chicky’ often comes to assist me on my workdays. When you visit you may see her relaxing down the back. She also finds her way into the Facebook pages because she is so cute.

Don’t be surprised if I welcome you into Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery, for, time to time, I work over there with Dr John.

 

Darian

Certificate IV - Veterinary Nursing

My name is Darian and I am a fully qualified Veterinary Nurse (Cert IV). I have been working at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery since 2015 and I also work at Curtis Street Vets @Pimpama.

I have a special interest in horses so you will often find me during our horse calls with Dr Melissa. When not out and about on horse calls, I also enjoy surgical nursing and patient monitoring.

In my spare time I ride and train horses my Arabian Warmbloods in Dressage & Show Halter locally and nationally.

 

Nikki

Certificate IV - Veterinary Nursing

Hi. My name is Nikki. I have always had such love for animals ever since I could walk. Horses are my passion as I have owned and worked with them for quite some time. I first started riding at 4 years old and that’s when I knew I couldn’t live without them.

I hold a Cert III in Equine nursing and a Cert IV in Veterinary nursing. I have been nursing large and small animals for 10 years and I am so blessed to have this opportunity to share my love and experience with clients and these fur babies.

At home, I have a 13 year old Appaloosa Gelding, a 5 year old Bengal cat, 4 year old Ridgeback and a naughty 1 year old Cattle dog. So, please come down and say “Hello” as I love to chat and help as much as I can.

 

 

Sasha

Hi. My name is Sasha. I have been working at Curtis Street Vets@Pimpama since the beginning of 2018. Every day, I feel so privileged to be doing something I love and being able to pursue

the love and compassion for animals is a dream come true.

On completing my certificate II in Animal Studies, I have furthered my education and am currently studying my certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

I am learning so much everyday working with such a dedicated and professional team. I am happy to help you in any way possible and take the upmost care of your little fur baby!

 

Charlotte 

Hi. My name is Charlotte and I am currently studying my certificate IV in Vet nursing. I began working at Curtis Street Vets @ Pimpama recently to complete my workplacement for my certificate. 

Everyday, I feel so lucky to be able to learn from such an amazing group of people in the clinic. I love meeting all of your pets and find each day extremely interesting.

I have loved animals from a young age. When I had my first horseriding lesson at 3 years old, I fell in love with horses. I did lessons up until I was 15 years old and loved every moment! In my spare time, you'll find me at home with my pets. I have a kelpie named Max, an English bull-terrier - Daisy, 11 guinea pigs, ducks, geese & chickens! 

 

Ashley

Hi, my name is Ashley. I am currently studying Veterinary Technology at the University of Queensland. I work at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery and Curtis Street Vets@Pimpama during my University breaks.

I try my hardest to be helpful and to look after any of the animals that come into my care. I make sure they have clean beds to lie on and plenty of food and water if they need it (or none if they are not allowed them on this day).

I enjoy horseriding on my days off.

 

Hannah

Hi, my name is Hannah. I have always had a love of animals every since I was a little girl. My dream has always been to become a veterinary nurse.

I began at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery with Dr John while I was still at school. Now, I have almost completed my Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

I have been working at both Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery and Curtis Street Vets @ Pimpama. I especially love learning new things and aspire to do my best for you and your beloved pet when you come into either of our clinics.

 

 

 

 

The Golden Retriever Clan

We consist of the matriarch, Fleur, the Aunty, Luna and Spring and the teenagers, Snow and Goldie.  We make sure that No-One goes unnoticed around our place.  We live in the back runs and will regularly talk to the Nurses when they hang out their washing.

Sometimes we are called to duty and willingly donate blood to save lives.

Hayley

 

Hayley is our Receptionist with a wealth of knowledge across multiple fields and her favourite part of working at Curtis Street Vets @Pimpama is making your pet's visit with us stress less, friendly and enjoyable.

Hayley has always been around animals her whole life. She spent a number of years running a successful cat rescue, rescuing and rehoming over 300 cats and kittens. Hayley also had a number of years working within Human Resources, 10 years within the Animal and Veterinary industry as well as facilitating a number of successful social media promotions combined with 22 years within customer service. 

Hayley has 4 cats of her own which are her fur babies! Bailey, Rusty, Samson, and Lucy. She loves spending time with her husband and travelling the world.

You'll see Hayley's friendly face next time you call or when you come in to our Surgery.

 

Nicky

I began my Veterinary Receptionist Career at Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery in 2012 and during that time have broadened my knowledge of animals vastly. Currently, I am assisting Curtis Street Vets with all animal grooming at M's Grooming Salon and also helping Christine in Administration.

I love coming to work and meeting all the beautiful animals, and their carers, who come through the practice doors.

Animals have been a passion since very young.  My leisure time is mostly taken up by Dog Sports e.g. Agility, Dock Diving and Noseworks.  I also attend seminars and workshops where topics vary from Animal Behaviour to Dog Obedience.  At our local dog club, I have taught Basic Dog Obedience for the last 6 years.

 

Belinda

Hello. I assist Christine with the bookwork behind the scenes.  I enjoy data entry the most, but can be found at meetings and organising various functions along the way.  I have seen the practice expand from only Jacobs Well Veterinary Surgery to two practices with the new surgery being Curtis Street Vets @ Pimpama. 

In my spare time, I enjoy gardening, socialising and cooking for friends and family.  I love coming to work because all the nurses and Veterinarians take such great care of all the animals that visit the clinics. They are all so friendly and I get to talk to the pets as they come in.

 

Peter

Hi. I am the gardener at Curtis Street Vets@ Pimpama.  I regularly take great care in looking after the beautiful Clinic grounds.  I particularly enjoy mowing and also assist Christine in maintaining the garden beds.  Each week, you will see me around the Clinic.

At home, I am kept busy looking after my lovely horses and dogs.  Dr John is always there to assist if there is any medical problem that they may have.

Hello, I was born in Brisbane, but quickly moved with my parents (Dr John and Dr Christine) to Killarney. Growing up inside Killarney Veterinary Surgery and on the farm was a wonderful childhood. I was able to participate in the many activities of Veterinary Life, as well as enjoy the outdoor arena on the garm. I grew up with dogs, cats, chooks, cattle, horses and guinea pigs.

I have always wanted to become a veterinarian having a deep compassion for pets and their problems. I worked and studied during my high school and graduated with a Certificate II in Animal Studies.

Now I am studying Agribusiness at University of Queensland (Gatton Campus) and hope to study Veterinary Science once I have finished this degree. You will meet me working - assisting the Veterinary Nurses on my holiday breaks, when I return to the Gold Coast. I enjoy meeting all the wonderful pets you bring to our Veterinary Surgeries.

I also participate in the background management assisting my parents. In my free time, I enjoy taking the Golden Retrievers down to the beach so they can romp to their hearts content on the sand and through the water.