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Our Team

The practice currently employs many people who all provide a vital role in the service you receive.

Graeme Pack BVSC MRCVS (Veterinary Surgeon and Owner)

I grew up in South Africa and moved to England after completing my veterinary degree at the University of Pretoria in 1994. Working in congested London for 7 years eventually drove Jocelyn and I to the countryside in 2002 with our seven cats. We live near Wroughton and have added 2 spaniels and a horse to the family. After working in the practice as clinical director for 5 years I bought the practice in 2007. Jos and I have always wanted a practice of our own where we are free to offer the best care to patients and not be controlled by the policy makers in impersonal multi-branch corporate practices. I have a long standing interest in diagnostic imaging (xrays and ultrasound) as well as in dermatology. In my spare time I walk the dogs and take photographs of the countryside. If you'd like to see some of my photography stop by at CatsEye Photography.

Jos Lander RVN DipCABT (Head Nurse and Owner)

I am a registered veterinary nurse, an animal behaviour therapist and Head Nurse at Purton Veterinary Group. I gained my diploma in South Africa in 1994 and worked in a university hospital for 3 years. Since moving to England in 1998 I have worked in many small animal practices but have finally settled in Purton as co-owner with my partner, Graeme Pack. I have a special interest in animal behaviour and training , having gained my qualifications through COAPE (Centre of Applied Pet Ethology). I also enjoy attending continuing education courses especially in Medical and Surgical Nursing. I have 7 cats, 2 dogs and a horse which tend to keep me busy when I'm not working. I am an avid Manchester United supporter but also a bit partial to a good game of rugby!

Amber Dunham RVN (Practice Manager)

I joined the practice in 2003 as a trainee veterinary nurse after taking a career change from being an account manager for a marketing firm in London. Having completed my training and exams I became a qualified veterinary nurse in 2005. Later I became head nurse and qualified as an assessor for training veterinary nurses. In 2007 I progressed to the position of Practice Manager. I bring a wealth of experience in marketing and management and am committed to developing the practice and providing outstanding customer service. At home I have a cat - George, a dog - Pickle (who can be seen at the practice on a regular basis - any knee to sit on!!) and two horses -Mr Mac and Sequin. When not working I can usually be found at the stables!

Kate Sparey BVetMed MRCVS (Veterinary Surgeon)

Kate qualified from the Royal Veterinary College in 2005 and spent two and a half years working in Dorset before joining us and enjoys all aspects of small animal practice, having a special interest in feline medicine. Kate has a black labrador called Iorek, a cat called Flea and a horse called Billy. She enjoys walking Iorek and taking Billy on long hacks through the countryside.

Alison Banwell BSc BVSc MRCVS (Veterinary Surgeon)

Alison gained her veterinary degree from Liverpool University in 2006 having already completed a first degree in Animal Science at Leeds University. She spent 2 years working in Wales and in Devon before moving to Wiltshire with her horse, Stanely, and her cats, Betty and Boo. Rowing and running are Alison's other passions and you may spot her in the local area training hard to beat her last time in the Great South Run.

Rachael Roberts RVN (Veterinary Nurse)

I moved from South Wales and now live in Purton and have worked for the practice since August 2006. I am a qualified veterinary nurse, having just passed my final exams. I have completed a higher national diploma in animal science before working in the veterinary profession. I worked for the Cats Protection league for two years.

Jo Beasant (Trainee Veterinary Nurse)

I am a trainee vet nurse and have worked for Purton vets since 2004 and am just completing my 1st year of Vet Nursing. Before working here I worked as a client executive at a large company in Swindon. My dream job was to work with animals and I jumped at the chance of working for Purton Vets. I have not looked back since!! I live with my fiance Shane , we are getting married next September. I have 4 dogs, 2 Border Collies a Bichon Frise and a Jack russell, also 3 cats; 2 moggies and a Bengal. My hobbies include (needless to say!) walking lots with my dogs!!, socialising with friends and shopping!

Kirtsy Lewis (Trainee Veterinary Nurse)

Linda Stock (Client Care Manager)

I joined Purton Veterinary Group in 2005 as a part time receptionist. I previously worked at the practice from 1997 - 1999 until I decided to take time out to start a career in recruitment. I now have two children and lots of animals, a dog, cat, rabbit, hamster, and a pony. I enjoy taking my children to horse shows to compete with their pony and also enjoy swimming on a regular basis with my daughter, as well as supporting my children and husband with their activities.

Sally Ann Brown (Receptionist)

I have been working part time at Purton Veterinary Group for a few years and love every minute of it. The rest of my time I spend with my 4 Springer Spaniels, Monty, Billy-Boy, Mollichop & Jess, also 3 horses, Teddy, Midge & Tiny and my husband Garry, in that order!! I enjoy eating out with friends and I am a shopaholic!!

Sam Blake (Receptionist)

I have joined the practice as a part time receptionist in October 2007. I previously worked as a receptionist for a Veterinary practice in Marlborough back in 2003 for 3 years where I completed an NVQ Level 2 in Animal Care and a BTEC award in Veterinary Client Care. When I had my son Joshua in January 2006, I decided to take some time out to spend with him. I’ve spent the last year working for a telephone answering service part time. I decided to leave as I missed the interaction with people and got a bit bored with the line; ‘sorry they’re not available at the moment’! I love animals and have two ponies, Josh loves them! I also have a dog and two cats at my parent’s house; sadly, I cannot keep pets at home. I live in Oakhurst with my partner Rich and Josh. I look forward to meeting you and your pet(s) soon.

Jim (Practice Cat)

Jim joined the practice in 2007. He came in as a really skinny stray, we nursed him back to health and because of his age we thought it would be kinder to keep him as our practice cat than re home him. Jim has hyperthyroidism, a condition caused by a small tumour on his thyroid gland. He needs medication twice daily or he gets really thin despite eating lots. As you can see the medication is working and he is becoming rather tubby. Jim enjoys sitting on keyboards, sleeping in the office window, and getting lots of love and attention from us all.

Nick Thompson MRCVS (Veterinary Surgeon)

Nick Thompson holds homeopathy and acupuncture clinics at our Purton Small Animal Hospital.

Nick is committed to providing a personal, comprehensive, professional holistic veterinary referral service to our patients in homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal and nutritional medicine. Please visit Nick's website for further details of his practice.

Ida Gilbert BVSc CertVOphthal MRCVS (Veterinary Surgeon)

Ida graduated from Bristol in 1995. She obtained the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons’ Certificate in Veterinary Ophthalmology in 2001 and now provides referrals for eye conditions and ocular surgery. Ida has a busy family life with 2 children, a dog and cats which naturally take up a large slice of her spare time. She does however also enjoy pursuing her interests in dance, gardening and travelling home to her beloved Norway .