Staff

Fiona Wallace

Fiona grew up in New Lambton and graduated in Veterinary Science at Sydney University in 1983. After a year in dairy practice in Tasmania she returned to the Hunter Valley, initially to work in mixed practice and later a stint in research which led to the award of a PhD in Immunology in 1990. The highlight of this research into mechanisms of mucosal immunology was to collect a group of saleyard horses to test an oral vaccine for strangles. A love for general practice brought Fiona back to New Lambton where she started up “Fiona’s Vetmobile” and subsequently New Lambton Veterinary Clinic in early 2003. Fiona’s three daughters, four cats and dog “Carrie” take up most of her spare time. Otherwise you’ll find her in one of several good coffee shops around town or fearlessly attempting “just one more” fun run.

Fiona works at the clinic on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and every second weekend.

Susan Charman

Sue is a Brisbane girl who graduated with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science from the University of Queensland in 1988. She moved to Newcastle after graduation to embark on small animal practice, where she soon met her husband-to-be Damien, and settled down with their menagerie and later, two children. Sue is a well known and much sought after locum in the Newcastle area. She has an endless store of eclectic information, a strong commitment to continuing education, and a passion for her work. Having now totally renovated their New Lambton home, Sue enjoys sailing, horse riding and bushwalking and is a tireless volunteer at School Canteen and Nippers. Sue works at the clinic on Thursdays and Fridays.

Carolyn Moss

Carolyn received her Bachelor of Veterinary Science from the University of Sydney in 1996 and worked in Penrith for two years in a small animal hospital. With her husband Shane she then moved to England where she spent 8 years starting a family and working in small animal practice. Carolyn has a special interest in animal behaviour and training and while in England she completed a Diploma in Applied Aspects of Companion Animal Behaviour. She was admitted to the APBC (Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors) in 2002. Carolyn lives locally in New Lambton Heights with Shane, her four children, Pluto the large pup, and (she says) the fattest cat in New Lambton! Carolyn regularly works at the clinic on Saturday mornings.

Olivia Standen

Olivia became a Veterinary Nurse straight after she left school. She has been with New Lambton Veterinary Clinic for four years and in that time has revolutionised our waiting room and the cat boarding room and streamlined our office procedures. She is an extremely competent and thorough nurse with a passion for her work. Olivia has a five year old son called Noah, a 0ne year old daughter called Mikayla and she breeds and shows pugs with her husband Dean. Olivia runs Puppy Preschool classes with Cassandra where groups of 4 to 6 pups spend time learning to be sociable and to look after their health and diet.