Medivet East-the-Water

Henry Hartley

Veterinary Surgeon

Henry qualified at Onderstepoort in South Africa in the ’80s then did 2 years of National Service in Namibia and Kwazulu caring for livestock and pets in indigenous farming areas. After completing national service Henry worked in Namibia until moving to the UK with his family in 1990. He joined the practice in 1999 and enjoys all aspects of practice especially skin cases. Henry is married to Barbara and they have 3 sons and a menagerie of pets, including 4 cats and a very elderly tortoise.

Gareth Cross

Veterinary Surgeon

Gareth graduated from Liverpool university in 1998 and went into mixed practice treating dogs, cats, sheep, horses and cattle on Dartmoor (Carrie) and Exmoor (Gareth). They worked as mixed vets for a few years then took a job in India working at an animal welfare centre. This was mainly with dogs but some cats, a good number of sacred cows and the odd monkey. They returned to the UK after travelling widely and worked in two different branches of a large group practice in the Midlands. Carrie worked at the main orthopaedic centre for the group and Gareth began his interest in all things eye related seeing referrals from within the group. They returned to Devon in 2003 with Gareth joining Witten Lodge and Carrie working for a practice locally. In 2010 Gareth became a partner joining Henry to run the business. In 2010 he also gained his certificate in Ophthalmology (GPCertOphthal) and began seeing referral cases from other practices in the area and has been doing this successfully ever since. In his spare time Gareth is a keen long distance runner and indulges in a variety of other outdoor sports. In the winter he can be found fencing sabre at Barnstaple Fencing club. He has a menagerie of pets comprising two dogs, two chickens, a cat and a tortoise.

BVSc MRCVS GPCert Ophthal

Carrie Cross

Branch Partner and Veterinary Surgeon

Carrie graduated from Liverpool university in 1998 and went into mixed practice treating dogs, cats, sheep, horses and cattle on Dartmoor (Carrie) and Exmoor (Gareth). They worked as mixed vets for a few years then took a job in India working at an animal welfare centre. This was mainly with dogs but some cats, a good number of sacred cows and the odd monkey. They returned to the UK after travelling widely and worked in two different branches of a large group practice in the Midlands. Carrie worked at the main orthopaedic centre for the group and Gareth began his interest in all things eye related seeing referrals from within the group. They returned to Devon in 2003 with Gareth joining Witten Lodge and Carrie working for a practice locally. Carrie joined Witten Lodge in 2010 and has developed a successful veterinary acupuncture service at the clinic alongside her other veterinary work. In her spare time Carrie is a keen Gig rower with Appledore Pilot Gig Club and has competed at the world championships in the Isles of Scilly. She also is a keen swimmer and surfer. She has a menagerie of pets comprising two dogs, two chickens, a cat and a tortoise.

Katherine Garside

Veterinary Surgeon

I qualified from Edinburgh in 2003, returning to Devon to start my career in a mixed practice in Okehampton. I moved to Witten Lodge to concentrate solely on small animals. I completed my certificate in small animal medicine in 2013 and see a range of medical cases practice. In my spare time I walk my dog Jim, run, play tennis and netball.

Jenny Geen

Veterinary Surgeon

Jenny lives on the edge of Exmoor with her family and their menagerie of animals. She has worked in North Devon since graduating and has a long standing interest in veterinary ophthalmology. She joined Witten Park in 2018 and works with Gareth in the Atlantic Eye Clinic at Medivet Northam. She attained the ESVPS Certificate in Veterinary Ophthalmology in 2016 and the BSAVA Post Graduate Certificate in Ophthalmology in 2021, and is an Advanced Practitioner in Veterinary Ophthalmology.

PGCert Ophthal BVetMed MRCVS

Amanda Brown

Branch Partner and Veterinary Surgeon

Amanda qualified from Liverpool University in 2001. She moved to North Devon in 2004 and now enjoys all the wonderful things the outdoors has to offer here with her two children and three Whippets. Amanda developed an interest in soft tissue surgery and orthopaedics and was awarded the RCVS Certificate in Small Animal Surgery in 2009. Surgery now fills most of her time and she has a wide range of experience in this area.

Ashley Bradford

Veterinary Surgeon

Ashley moved from America to the UK in 2011 to study veterinary medicine at the University of Glasgow. After qualifying in 2016, she worked in small animal practice in the Midlands before joining our team in spring of 2021. She is passionate about general practice, but particularly eyes! She is working towards her ophthalmology certificate which she started in 2022. She has 2 dogs and a cat at home that provide plenty of entertainment! In her spare time, Ashley enjoys coastal walks in beautiful North Devon with her wife and 2 Golden retrievers.

BVMS MRCVS

Eleanor Hughes

Veterinary Surgeon

Eleanor spent many years working with DNA in University and Hospital labs before heading to Dublin to study Veterinary Medicine. Her first vet job was in a mixed practice in West Wales and then she returned to Devon to work with companion animals. She completed her GPCerts in Feline Practice and in Dermatology in 2013 and 2017. In 2019 she completed her PgC in Small Animal Dermatology and was awarded Advanced Practitioner status in Small Animal Dermatology in 2021. She enjoys the thrill of calming itchy skin and ears (the smellier the better)! Out of work, she plays Tenor Horn in a Silver Band and has 2 cats.

Katie Locke

Branch Partner and Veterinary Surgeon

Katie qualified from the Royal Veterinary College in 2006 and has worked in the South West since then, joining Witten Park in 2020. She loves the variety of small animal practice and has an interest in ultrasound and medical cases. Time away from work is spent exploring the beautiful beaches and countryside of north Devon with her family and 2 dogs.

Stephanie Randleson

Veterinary Surgeon

I graduated from the Royal Veterinary College in 2016 and started my veterinary career in a large small animal hospital based in South Devon, before moving back to North Devon to join the team at Witten Park in 2018. I enjoy all aspects of general practice. Out of work I enjoy exploring North Devon walking my two spaniels.

Freya Brookes

Veterinary Surgeon

Freya qualified in 2017 from Nottingham Vet School initially working in mixed practice for a couple of years then the PDSA in the midlands. She moved to North Devon in 2021 and joined us in 2023 she particularly enjoys surgery and dentistry. Outside of work she enjoys running with her dog, sea kayaking, surfing and exploring the moors.

Katherine Cooke

Head Veterinary Nurse

I have been a vet nurse for over 20 years. The majority of which was in an orthopaedic referral practice. Originally from Nottinghamshire I moved to North Devon in 2018 with my husband, daughter, dog and cat. Outside of work I love travelling, winter sports and beach walks.

Hope Grant

Veterinary Nurse

I qualified as a Veterinary Nurse in 2012. I particularly enjoy pet weight clinics and working closely with clients and their pets to achieve pet weight goals. I have a crazy spaniel and guinea pigs.

Kirsty Webber

Veterinary Nurse

I have been working in vet practices for 22 year's. I have an interest in Canine rehabilitation and I volunteer for hand rear kittens for the Cats Protection. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and pets.

Kate Rampling

Veterinary Nurse

I grew up in a house full of animals including ferrets, birds of prey, tarantulas, dogs, guinea pigs and rabbits. I have spent many summers rearing baby birds ranging from jackdaws, to owls and eagles. I have always wanted to be a vet nurse and started working at Witten park 8 years ago, qualifying as a veterinary nurse in 2022. In my spare time I like nothing more than to be up on the moors with my dogs.

Melissa Piper

Veterinary Nurse

I qualified in 2021 after working at the practice since 2012. I have a keen interest in anaesthesia, lab work and dermatology. My hobbies include playing football, kickboxing and looking after our menagerie of pets which includes a cat, python, rats, tortoises and guinea pigs!

Sarah Garner

Student Veterinary Nurse

Sarah originally started at the branch on reception over 4 years ago. She has since moved over to the nursing team and is now a Patient Care Assistant with us. Sarah enjoys all aspects of working within a Veterinary Practice. She has a particular interest in small furries and rescues and rehabilitates Guinea Pigs. She also has 3 lovely dogs to care for too.

Lis Oram

Veterinary Nurse

Lis has a passion for animal behaviour and making sure the experience of pets in the Veterinary Clinic is as stress free as possible. Liz has a wealth of experience in this field and is happy to work with clients and their pets to help with behaviour and training. Outside of work Lis helps with rescue charities and also loves to spend time with her own tribe of rescue dogs.

Megan Norton

Student Veterinary Nurse

Hi my name is Megan, I'm a CCA/PCA at Medivet Northam. I have an amazing cat called Simba who loves hugs and have got a foundation degree in Animal Science.

Anita Crocombe

Veterinary Nurse

I have been nursing since 2001 which involved farm, equine, small animal and some exotic species work, in first opinion and referral practices. I moved to North Devon from The Royal Forest of Dean to be closer to the Sea but still be near the countryside where i can enjoy horse riding, walking the dog and watching wildlife. My current aspirations in work are to increase my nurse clinic knowledge further to help clients with their pets.

Evie Moorfield

Veterinary Nurse

I have always wanted to be a veterinary nurse for as long as I can remember and enjoy working in all areas of veterinary practice having qualified in 2022 after working with both small animals and farm and equine. Outside of work I love going for coastal walks with my two terriers, riding my horse, paddle boarding and spending time with friends and family and my cat!

Teresa Gough

Client Care Assistant

Teresa has worked at the branch for over 18 years. You may see her on reception but most of her time is now spent in the office doing the insurance claims and the health plan admin. Outside of work Teresa enjoys keeping active with running, going on walks with her children and having holidays in the sun.

Jenny Gibbons

Client Care Assistant

I am a receptionist at Medivet Northam. I have worked here for the last 4 years. I have an elderly cat called Rocky.

Elaine Jones

Client Care Assistant

I have been a client care assistant for 12 years. I enjoy working as team greeting clients and putting them at ease. In my spare time I enjoy walking and gardening. I have a cat called Frodo who keeps me entertained.

Alison Warren

Practice Manager

Alison is our accounts manager. She has worked at the branch for over 14 years, ensuring the smooth running of a lot of the admin side. Outside of work Alison enjoys spending time with her family and long walks in the countryside.

Katie Corin

Practice Manager

I have been a client care assistant for 8 year's. I love meeting all the pets. I have an interest in dog training. I have two dogs and six guinea pigs! In my spare time I enjoy sea swimming, spin bike and running.

Ashley Howells

Client Care Assistant

I'm Ashley, I'm 26, I have 2 soon to be 3 Guinea pigs, Mindy, Mavis and Maggot. A tortoise called Martin and I love to cook in my spare time.

Sarah Fairbairn

Client Care Assistant

I'm Sarah, I have two cats called Simba (big brute) and his mother Mischief (much more demure). I am also a massage therapist to humans so spend a large amount of my time massaging the dogs in the waiting room!

Vicki Varns

Client Care Assistant

I moved to Devon from Surrey in Spring 2022, with my husband, 7 dogs and a horse. Prior to moving to Devon, I had my own dog training business, after being a Metropolitan Police Officer for a number of years. Hobbies include walking my pack & riding my horse. Loves Boxer dogs.

Hannah Barkham

Client Care Assistant

I moved to Devon from West London in 2010 with my 3 children. I love being active and spend most of my spare time walking our 4 dogs in the Devon Countryside, down the gym lifting weights or boxing. I also love cooking for the family.

Zeah Comer

Client Care Assistant

I have lived in North Devon all of my life and have always had a love of animals. I qualified as a Veterinary Nurse in 2017 and am passionate about client and animal care. In my spare time I enjoy walking my dog with my husband and 2 children, reading, cooking and seeing my friends.

Sarah Coldrick

Client Care Assistant

We moved to Devon in 2016 and I can honestly say it is the best thing we have ever done. The countryside is amazing and the people are lovely. I am new to the Veterinary world having spent most of my working life in the Telecommunications industry and working for large corporates. So working at Medivet has been a welcomed change and seeing all the lovely pets coming into the practice is wonderful. Outside of work I have a beautiful American Quarter Horse mare, so I ride Western and English. I also have a large and hairy GSD doggie and a very cheeky/naughty Cairn Terrier. I do also have a hubby who has the patience of a saint!

Bethanie Hackett

Client Care Assistant

I moved to Devon from the black country in 2011, went to university in 2019 and returned with a First BSc Hons in Zoology. I have two cats, Douglas and Ozzie. I love reading in my spare time.

Sam Jenkins

Client Care Assistant

I share my life with Ruby, my loyal German Shepherd sidekick, and two awesome boys who keep me on my toes. I’ve been on the local lifeboat crew for over 20 years, so I know when to throw a lifeline- or a treat! When I’m not at the clinic, you’ll find me surfing, on the boat, running, swimming, or chasing Ruby through the woods. I’ve got a soft spot for nature, love to play football, and anything with four paws and a wagging tail!