Aintree Vets4Pets

Hi, my name is Antonio, and I became one of the JVP's here in Aintree in September 2023. I am also a JVP in Companion Care Salford since September 2019. I moved from Italy to the UK in 2015. I am very happy to see our lovely clients and I want to make sure I provide the best treatment and care to their pets.
Just a bit about me so you can know me better, I graduated from the university of Parma in 1998. I have gained a masters in anaesthesia and pain therapy at the university of Pisa in 2015. I am also a specialist in infectious diseases - university of Bari 2013 and I have a special interest in emergency medicine and soft tissue surgery, as I am continuing with expanding my knowledge within these areas.
In October 2022 I achieved the General Practitioner Certificate in Small Animal Surgery with the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies in the UK, and In February 2023 I obtained the Postgraduate Certificate in Small Animal Surgery with Harper Adams University in the UK.
I will always be here to support you and your pets throughout your journey, and make sure they will get the best treatment and care from all our team.

Kalimera! I’m Dimitrios Tachos, and I’m from Trikala, a medium-sized city in central Greece. Growing up in a farming family, becoming a vet was always my dream, and I have studied Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) at the University of Thessaly in Greece, where I graduated in 2012. After my graduation, I moved to England, and after working for a few years with large animals, I decided to dedicate myself to small animals. During my working years as a small animal vet, I have gained experience in all kinds of veterinary topics, but my main interest is internal medicine and imaging. In 2022, I moved for a year to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, where I further developed my skills, especially in emergency care, and also had the opportunity to come into contact with a lot of different nationalities and mindsets. Since September 2023, I have moved back to the U.K. and to Aintree Vets for Pets to join a veterinary partnership with some of my old colleagues and friends. A new journey has started, and I'm excited to live it. I’m looking forward to meeting you and your lovely pets in our practice!

I am Elena Cortese and I became JVP in Aintree in September 2023. I started my adventure here in Uk since 2015. After two years being involved in Animal Welfare and Animal Health area working as Official Veterinarian, I decided to move to the small animal practice. I am currently studying the Internal Medicine Certificate. I am also Official Veterinarian for Export Health Certificate (EHC) and Animal Health Certificate (AHC) and I have supported hundreds of Clients in their travels to Europe and the rest of the World issuing those Certificates.

About me, I have graduated the University of Parma in 2011 and in the same year I have started an internship in a practice in South Italy.

I spend my free time walking in the nature with my dog Thor and cooking. 

I am happy to help you with your pets and to answer all the questions you need.

Hi my name is Joshua Austin, I am half american and half italian and I’ve just recently moved to the UK from Italy. I graduated at the Università di Padova in Veterinary Medicine in 2021 and since then have been practicing veterinary medicine. Shortly after graduation I started an internship in Italy where I was able to improve in different fields and grow both professionally and personally as a veterinary surgeon. Since I was a child I’ve always loved animals, in all shapes and sizes, so whatever animal you might have I’ll be more than happy to meet them. I recently joined the Vets4Pets family and I couldn’t be happier of my choice. I’ve met wonderful colleagues and clients that made me feel welcome and right at home. In my spare time I love to travel and visit new places and being Italian I like to eat new foods. l love spending time outdoors, camping and fishing. But most days I spend taking care of my boa Gandalf, my four Padovana chickens, my ranchu fish Ciccia and serving my cat Cucufs who is very demanding. I can’t wait to meet you and your furry family member at our Aintree veterinary clinic where we’ll be sure to give you and your pets the best care possible.

Hi, my name is Giulia Dorigato. I graduated in early 2022 in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Padova and soon after my graduation I began an internship at an out of hours hospital working both day and night shifts to be able to further improve my skills in different fields of veterinary medicine. I have recently moved to the UK, here in Liverpool, from Italy and I have become a member of the Aintree Vets4Pets family and I couldn't be happier. I am an animal nutrition and feline medicine enthusiast. I worked as a nutritional consultant for a pet-food company from 2019 to 2023 and I was honored to participate at “Fédération Internationale Féline world show 2021”, which was an amazing experience. In my spare time I enjoy travelling, discovering new places, cultures and traditional local recipes. I also really like photography, gardening and sport. Being a veterinarian has always been my aspiration since I was a child growing up in the countryside surrounded by all kinds of animals. My enlarged family includes my lovely cats Cucufs and Winny, my funny Ranchu fish Ciccia, my four amusing Padovana chickens and my fascinating boa Gandalf. Taking care of animals is what I love the most and I can't wait to meet your furry pets to provide them with the best care possible that they deserve

Hi! I’m Yoki, originally from Malaysia, and I recently graduated from the Royal Veterinary College in London (Class of 2024). I’m super excited to start my first job at Aintree Vets4Pets, where I'm eager to grow as a vet and be able to provide the best service and care for you and your pets! I have a special interest in neurology and exotic animals, and I am always looking to learn more. Outside of work, I love traveling, photography, and, as any true Malaysian, enjoying food! I look forward to meeting you all. 

I started working in veterinary practice back in 2014, firstly as a veterinary care assistant, before training as a student veterinary nurse. I qualified and registered in 2021, and started here at Vets for Pets Aintree in March 2024, as the head veterinary nurse, before moving into the role of head veterinary nurse and deputy practice manager.

I have worked in a range of veterinary practices from small first opinion practices to large veterinary hospitals, one of which as a consulting veterinary nurse. I have also previously worked as a head veterinary nurse, before joining the team here at Aintree, I enjoy leading our nursing team and supporting our practice manager with the day to day running of the practice. I have a keen interest in practice management and consulting, which I hold certificates in. I am also one of the practice clinical coaches, coaching and teaching our student nurses, which I really enjoy.

In my free time I enjoy walking my rescue French Bulldog Skye, and Tillie my Miniature Dachshund. I also have two cats, Lilly and Layla. I look forward to meeting you and your little ones here at Aintree !

Hi I'm Elin, I am one of the Student Veterinary Nurses here at Aintree Vets for Pets. I am currently in my final year of studying a veterinary nurse degree at Edinburgh Napier. My interests are inpatient and surgical nursing, I also enjoy anaesthesia. Outside of work I enjoy dog sitting and spending time with my friends, family and partner.

Hello! I am Erin, I am a Student Veterinary Nurse here at Aintree Vets for Pets. I have previously studied animal management, and I am currently between my second and third year of Veterinary Nursing. I have two rabbits and a tortoise which I love dearly, but I have a massive soft spot for birds of prey and snakes!
My interests are diagnostic imaging, medical and surgical nursing, I look forward to meeting you all!

I'm Sam, a Veterinary Care assistant. I have always had an interest in animal care and have a dog called Ninja, who is a rescue Miniature Pinscher. I started here at Aintree as a Client Care Advisor before progressing to a Veterinary Care Assistant. I enjoy taking the patients out for a walk and helping the nursing team with inpatient care, I also enjoy assisting the Veterinary Surgeon's. I would like to progress to be a Student Veterinary nurse leading to be a qualified Veterinary Nurse one day.

Hi, I am Donna, I have over 20 years of veterinary experience, and have worked in practice since leaving school. I was in the process of training to become a student veterinary nurse, only deciding to start a family. I have been with Aintree Vets for Pets since we opened. 

My name is Madalina   Obreja  and I am the new JVP/Director here in Aintree VetsforPets. I become JVP in Aintree after 2 years being also a JVP/Director at Salford VetsforPets. I  have worked as a manager since I was 20 years old but this opportunity with VetsforPets not only that helped me to expand my own vision and knowledge but has also helped to find my stability and find my purpose in life.

 I  have worked previously for twelve years for VetsforPets and this opportunity has coordinated my steps into this lovely path of becoming a Director of my own veterinary practice.

Here in Aintree VetsforPets  we are working  alongside with Vets specialised in  Orthopaedics, Internal Medicine and Heart Specialist and  togheter with our permanent team  we want to make sure we can offer the best care and treatment to our patients. You are very welcomed to meet myself my business partner and  the whole team here in Aintree Vets for Pets and we hope we can offer the best support we can.

Hi I'm Lyndsey, the Client Care Manager here at Vets for Pets Aintree. I started here in 2023 after previously working as a cruise ship hostess supervisor, I was able to travel the world and also lived in Italy for 5 years. I have a pet Bird called Mango, and my sister has two dogs which I also enjoy walking and looking after, their names are Blue and Lola. I enjoy managing our reception team and looking after our clients and their pets.  Outside of work I have a family who I enjoy spending time with, I am also fluent in multiple languages, such as Italian and Spanish.

My name's Britney and I recently joined Vets4Pets Aintree as a Client Care Advisor. I’ve always been passionate about working with animals since a young age. I studied Animal Management at college for two years before going on to study Zoology at University which I recently graduated in 2022. I enjoy working here as I am surrounded by animals and I can also offer my help and support to care for your pets. Outside of work I like to spend time with family and friends as well as take care of my Jack Russell Ozzy who is 13 years old. 

Hi my name is Megan, I am one of the Client Care Assistants here at Aintree. I have worked in veterinary practice for nearly 3 years now and really enjoy assisting our clients. I also assist Lyndsey our Client Care Manager with processing insurance claims for our clients, which I enjoy. I have a Cocker Spaniel called Rolo and a cat called Khaleesi, outside of work I enjoy walking Rolo and looking after my two children. 

Hi my name is Lauren; I joined Vets for Pets Aintree in April 2024. I have always wanted to work with animals since a young age, I graduated from university in 2022 after studying animal behaviour. I enjoy coming to work as I love to offer my help and support to you and your pets. I have a cat called Jeff and a German Shepherd called Ruby, in my own time I enjoy walking my dog, exploring nature and climbing mountains with my partner, I look forward to meeting you all.

My name is Paige, and I recently joined the team here at Vets for Pets Aintree as a Client Care Assistant. Ever since I can remember I have loved everything about animals. I am currently studying Animal Science and have over 12 year's experience in customer care. I enjoy coming to work and getting to be around animals and being able to offer my help and support to you and your pets. I have had a range of pets myself, from snakes and tortoises to cats and dogs. In my free time I enjoy being outside whenever possible, and spending time around my family and friends.