Dr Slade Walker BVSc (Hons) MACVSc (Equine Dentistry)

Slade is the practice principal and mainly an equine veterinarian. Slade graduated from University of Queensland in 1999 and is a true mixed practitioner, seeing some small animal and farm animal consultations as well. Slade has post-graduate qualifications in Equine Dentistry, having gained Membership to the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists by examination and is very passionate about providing the safest and best possible routine dental care for horses, as well as handling the more complicated referral cases from other veterinarians. With these qualifications in Equine Dentistry, Slade is one of eleven veterinarians who have attained this level in Australia. In his spare time, Slade enjoys tennis and gardening.

Dr Annika Oksa Walker BSc BVMS (Hons) MACVSc (Veterinary Pathology)

After graduating from Murdoch University in 2005, Annika completed a small animal internship at Brisbane Veterinary Specialist Centre, and developed a special interest in oncology. She has gained further qualifications in this field by completing a 12-month Distance Education Course in Medical Oncology through the University of Sydney. Annika then returned to her alma mater, Murdoch University, to do a residency in Veterinary Pathology, and gained Membership to the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists by examination in 2009. She interprets and advises on all of the Old Mill's in-house diagnostic procedures, and performs cytology, haematology, biochemistry, urinalysis and faecal analysis tests, as well as histopathology within the clinic's comprehensive labaratory. Annika is currently conducting ground breaking research in to the genetics of canine lymphoma and is aiming to complete a PhD in 2012.

Dr Tania Bishop BVSc (Hons) MACVSc (Avian Health)

Tania graduated from the University of Queensland in 1999. She gained Membership to the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists in Avian Medicine in 2006 and is currently enrolled in a Master in Veterinary Science in Conservation Medicine through Murdoch University. Tania is a very experienced avian and exotics practitioner, having previously worked at Australia Zoo, Currumbin Sanctuary and Dreamworld. She has lectured for the University of Queensland in reptile medicine and surgery and wildlife anatomy and physiology. Along with the small animal consultations, she regularly sees some of the more unusual pets people might have, including snakes, lizards, turtles, guinea pigs, and of course birds. Tania enjoys photography, skiing, hiking and rockclimbing with her family.

Dr Lucy Crane BVetMed MRCVS

Lucy graduated from the Royal Veterinary College of London in 2009. She spent three months volunteering her skills at a local veterinary charity in Morocco mainly treating working donkeys, horses and mules. She then chased the sun to Australia to get a real feel for a mixed rural practice. Lucy is a keen mixed practitioner, with a special interest in equine medicine, reproduction and emergency cases after getting a taste whilst working at Pet ER, an emergency practice in the city. In her spare time, Lucy enjoys spending time at the beach and travelling the coast on her weekends off.

 
Our Veterinary Nurses 

Tegan Paton

Tegan has many years of experience in the nursing profession. She has a keen interest in canine behaviour, for which she has attended numerous seminars, exotic pet husbandry, animal nutrition and equine medicine. Tegan also runs our weekly Puppy Preschool classes, in conjunction with our junior nurses. Tegan's hobbies include competing in dressage, dog showing and taking her dogs, Memphis and Tink on regular outings to the beach.

Sarah Hill

Sarah has been at the Old Mill Vet since 2006. She enjoys all aspects of the veterinary clinic, in particluar emergency and equine medicine and not only helping animals, but their owners as well. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys spending time with her three horses, going to horse shows and visiting her relatives' property in outback Queensland.

Jessica Martin

Jessica has been working at the clinic since 2009, when she gained her Certificate II in Veterinary Nursing, and is currently studying for her Certificate IV. She has a special interest in emergency nursing, animal nutrition and animal enrichment. Jess' hobbies include competing with her horse, taking her dog to the beach and going to the gym.

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As a veterinary practice looking after both small and large animals, we strive to offer not only sound advice whether your companion is furry, scaly, feathery, or hooved, but also the highest quality veterinary care, thus allowing you the enjoyment of your companion for a maximum number of years. Our job is not only to treat your pet when he or she isn't feeling well, but also to help you learn how to keep your best friend happy and healthy.