Meet The Rotherham Vet Team

Eric Rouviere CertSAS GPCertSAS

Veterinary Surgeon & Partner

I always knew that I wanted to be a vet and from a very young age I took a close interest in animals. I gained my veterinary degree at the University of Madrid and made the UK my permanent home soon after. I quickly came to realise that I had a particular passion for surgery. Whilst working as a full time vet in a small animal hospital, I achieved my Certificate in Small Animal Surgery accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. I have also run a successful Soft Tissue Referral Service in Doncaster.

I have been nearly 10 years in South Yorkshire, so I feel like a "Yorkshire lad" with spanish blood!

As a pet owner myself I am passionate about providing the best standards in care for the animals that I treat and their owners. This has always been and will continue to be, my first priority.

Tom Osinski

Veterinary Surgeon

Hi, I’m Tom and I graduated from the University of Liverpool. I grew up in Yorkshire and have worked in a number of practices, ranging from small first opinion branches to busy 24/7 hospitals.

I enjoy all aspects of being a vet, but have a particular interest in pain management and internal medicine.

I only want the best for the pets I see and will always treat them as I would my own.

I live locally with my wife and we have a Miniature Schnauzer called Billy . Billy often comes to work with me and loves going for walks, especially to the shops!

I joined Vets4Pets in November 2016 and really enjoy working as part of a busy team that's dedicated to providing the best veterinary care.

Aleksander Nowak

Intern Veterinary Surgeon

I qualified as a veterinary surgeon from the Warsaw University of Life Sciences in February 2018 and joined the Rotherham team in May. It is my first job as a vet and I enjoy meeting new people and their fluffy friends!

I love all animals, big and small, but particularly German shepherds. I have a lovely German shepherd dog called Mila. She lives with my parents in Poland, along with my Siberian cat, Chica.

In my spare time I enjoy backpacking and cycling, especially to places off the beaten track.

Kerry Stevenson

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Jessica Sims

Registered Veterinary Nurse

From a very young age I knew I wanted to work with animals. At the age of 15 I got my first veterinary care assistant job after school and at the weekends to help to pay for the upkeep of my then pony Molly. This opportunity gave me great knowledge in the industry and I decided I would like to start training to become a veterinary nurse. I began my degree in 2012 and qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2015. I have a keen interest in surgical nursing and also nutrition.

What is your favourite animal and why?

It is too hard for me to choose just one favourite animal, as I love them all!

What pets do you have and what are their names?

I have a 16 year old male Staffordshire Bull Terrier called Naz, he is a cuddly boy! A 12 year old white cat called Trinity who I hand reared and a black and white cat called Frank who is approximately 7 years old- he adopted me!

What's the best pet name that you've ever come across?

Ann-bun-lyn & Mary Hopins! two rabbits

What's the best aspect of working for Vets4Pets?

We are a very friendly team and are all dedicated to the work we do. It makes it a pleasure to be at work.

Sarah Pearson C-SQP, AHEA

Registered Veterinary Nurse

I have lived in Yorkshire all of my life and I've had a passion for animal care and welfare from a very young age. I started my Nurse training in 2007 and qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2010. I have also spent some time in Higher Education lecturing student Veterinary Nurses, Veterinary Care Assistants, Animal Management and Animal Care students. I have a keen interest in Nutrition and welcome any owners concerned about their animals weight to book a complimentary consultation with me to assess and tailor a diet plan suitable for your pet.

What is your favourite animal and why?

I absolutely adore Giraffes!! I have a collection of Giraffe ornaments and pictures all around the house (much to my husbands dismay!). They are so beautiful and majestic, what's not to love?!

What pets do you have and what are their names?

I have 2 cats and 1 dog all rescued from a local charity.

Stanley and Yoshi are both black and white short haired cats and each have their own little personalities which brighten up my day! Layla is a very fluffy Border Collie cross with a knack for breaking in to bins and fridges! All have been given a second chance through adoption after being rescued from various situations and I doubt they will be my last rescue pets!

What's the best pet name that you've ever come across?

Captain Thunderpants!

What is your favourite famous animal?

Grumpy Cat! He is so grumpy he never fails to make me laugh!

Chelsea Hopkinson

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Hi, my name is Chelsea Hopkinson and I am student veterinary nurse at Rotherham Vets4Pets. I am due to complete my degree level training soon to become a registered veterinary nurse, and then continue my learning to study an honours degree course at Askham Bryan College. I have gained previous experience in a busy 24 hour hospital and love all aspects of nursing care, particularly helping animals post operatively and in recovery.

What is your favourite animal and why?

My favourite animal is dogs, all breeds and sizes. I love how trustworthy they are and how loyal and affectionate they can be.

What pets do you have and what are their names?

I have 2 cats and 1 dog all rescued from a local charity.

I have an 11 month old Labrador called Vinnie who is very mischievous and playful. He loves rolling in mud and swimming in the lake afterwards, typical Labrador!

What's the best pet name that you've ever come across?

I love very human names for animals, my favourite is Percy.

What is your favourite famous animal?

Pippin from Come Outside, I think that’s where my love of animals stems from as a child.

Meg Edwards

Student Veterinary Nurse

Hi, I’m Meg. I always knew from a very young age I wanted to work with animals. I feel extremely privileged to pursue a career I love. I started working here at Rotherham Vets4Pets in January 2016. I have completed my Veterinary Care Assistant course and I am now studying to become a registered veterinary nurse. I live locally and in my spare time I like to go bouldering, photography, walking and going out with friends.

What is your favourite animal and why?

I can’t choose I love them all the same!

What pets do you have and what are their names?

I have a 3 year old black and white cat called Luna, she's a lunatic hence the name but I wouldn't change her for the world!

What's the best pet name that you've ever come across?

Reggie and Ronnie - The Kray Twins

What is your favourite famous animal?

Timon and Pumbaa from The Lion King

Meg Edwards

Veterinary Care Assistant

Hi, my name is Meg Edwards I am currently a Veterinary Care Assistant here at Rotherham Vets4Pets, I am due to start my Veterinary Nursing Qualification in September 2017. I have always loved animals from a young age and I feel extremely privileged to peruse a career I love.

What is your favourite animal?
Cats! All of them, big cats, domestic cats they are just so funny to be around, so pretty and intelligent.

What pets do you have?
I have a 2 year old black and white cat called Luna, she's a lunatic hence the name but I wouldn't change her for the world!

What is the best name you’ve come across?
Reggie and Ronnie - The Kray Twins

Favourite famous animal?
Timon and Pumbaa from The Lion King

Jane Baxter

Head Receptionist

My name is Jane Baxter, I am the Head Receptionist here at Rotherham Vets4Pets. The team I work with are lovely and friendly, professional and caring all you would want in a vet practice.

I love being a veterinary receptionist as the job is interesting and varied every day, I get to meet lots of lovely people and their precious pets.

I live in Worksop and I live with my husband and my dog Cruise - in my spare time I love walking Cruise in Clumber and at Cresswell Craggs and going to the cinema.

What is your favourite animal?
I love horses - they are so elegant and regal with beautiful gentle eyes, and I love Seahorses - they are so delicate!

What pets do you have?
I have a rescue German Shepherd called Cruise - he is a gentle giant and loves everyone he meets. He is 8 years old now and I have had him for 7 years. He comes everywhere with me and is a brilliant traveller and loves to be walking on the beach whenever we can.

What is the best name you’ve come across?
I Once met a cat called "Mel" owner called "Gibson".

Grace Bates

Receptionist & Clinical Care Advisor

My name is Grace and I am a client care advisor. Working in a vets is something I have always wanted to do as animals are one of my biggest passions. I love to give great customer service along with meeting new animals on a regular basis, especially seeing them improving and getting better thanks to our wonderful vets and nurses!

What is your favourite animal?
Sloths, I love how chilled out they are.

What pets do you have and what are their names?
I have a red Staffordshire Bull Terrier called Daisy who is the friendliest fusspot I have ever met. She loves to go walking and laying in the sun.

What's the best pet name that you've ever come across?
Sausage the sausage dog!

What is your favourite famous animal?
Black Beauty, it was one of my favourite films growing up.

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