Old Kent Road Vets4Pets

Rachel qualified from the University of Edinburgh in 1999 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery and has worked in small animal practice in the south-east of London ever since, apart from a year in 2006 spent teaching Veterinary Medicine at a University in central China. Rachel loves being a vet and enjoys being able to make a difference to the well being of animals and the families they belong to.

 Rachel enjoys all aspects of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery and has a wealth of experience gained over the years which, combined with her teaching experience, allows her to support the rest of the team well. Rachel has special interests in ultrasonography, cardiology and exotic animal medicine, and she is very happy to be working with such a capable and caring team here. Outside work, Rachel enjoys spending her free time with her husband, two young children and kitten Lea, swimming and walking.

Imanol is originally from the South of Spain and qualified in July 2020 from University UCH CEU in Valencia (the sunny land where paella comes from!) He has previously worked as a mobile veterinary surgeon in several small animal practices and a veterinary hospital around Berkshire.

Imanol enjoys both veterinary medicine and surgery but has a particular interest in internal medicine and is currently completing a certificate to expand his knowledge. 

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time outdoors (especially when he’s in Spain with his dog Thor!), he loves travelling, keeping active and he’s training to run a marathon!

As you may have heard from her accent, Liz hails from snowy Canada. She moved to London in 2019 to study veterinary medicine at the Royal Veterinary College and decided to stay after falling in love with the city.

Though she likes the variety that general practice has to offer, Liz has a particular interest in internal medicine and dermatology. 

When not in work, Liz enjoys spending time with her rescued English Cocker Spaniel, Honey. Her other hobbies include wildlife rehabilitation, skiing and travelling.

Melody qualified in 2017 after completing an apprenticeship to become a Registered Veterinary Nurse. As well as being a valued member of our nursing team, Melody also recently became our clinical administrator. 

Melody enjoys all aspects of nursing and owns an array of pets including guinea pigs, hamsters, a cat, and even has a budgie! 

Hannah qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2020 at Harper Adams university in Shropshire, then went onto work at a mixed practice for 2 years before joining us in December 2022. Being new to London, in her free time Hannah enjoys exploring London's sights.

At home, Hannah has a lurcher, 2 cats, 2 rabbits and 3 chickens! Her favourite part of the job is conducting nurse consults and inpatient care.

Kelly joined us in June 2020 originally as a member of our reception team. She soon moved on to beginning her training to become a Veterinary Nurse in January 2021 and qualified in October 2023.

Since working with us, Kelly has adopted a cat called Thom who was a stray (see pictured!) Outside of work, Kelly can often be seen taking her Lurcher, Todd, on adventures around London. 

Having previously studied Veterinary Nursing at university, she soon decided to study an apprenticeship with us and is now one of our Student Veterinary Nurses.

Rozy's favourite part of the job is seeing sick animals get better, and of course giving them cuddles! At home, Rozy has a pet cat called Bueno, and in her spare time enjoys picnicking and bike rides around London.  

Currently studying Psychology at university, Sydney joined our team to satisfy her other love in life: animals.

Outside of work, you would find Sydney at home looking after her two cats, Jasmine and Margot, her cocker spaniel, Monroe, and her African Grey Parrot, Stanley!

Georgia joined us in May 2022 after realising her love for animals, and has her own dog at home, Buddy, who is a husky. She previously worked as a qualified hairdresser before joining us.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and can most likely to be found with her niece and nephew or socialising with friends. 

After working in childcare for many years, Ida decided to pursue her love for animals (especially rabbits!) and joined us in July 2022.

Outside of work, Ida enjoys spending time with her rabbits, Luna and Zenzero and socialising with friends.

Denise joined us in April 2022 after previously working in customer service. Outside of work she can be found spending time with her family.

After working in childcare, she soon realised her passion for animals and Kayla joined us in September 2022 as part of our reception team.

Outside of work, Kayla enjoys spending time with her family and going for adventures with her dog, Buddy.