MEET THE TEAM
When you call on the help of the Warwick Vet Clinic, you can rest assured that your pet or animal is in the most capable and caring hands.
At the Warwick Vet Clinic, we understand that every animal and their family is unique and needs health care tailored to their individual needs.
Every member of the Warwick Vet Clinic team, from veterinarians to support staff, are dedicated to providing the best in animal care and strive to uphold our reputation as a reliable and professional provider of family-friendly veterinarian services.
Lead by Dr Chris Reardon, all our veterinarians are members of the Australian Veterinary Association, taking an active role in the industry and keeping up-to-date with the latest techniques and information. All staff have a passion for the health and welfare of animals and we enjoy caring for our client’s animals as much as we enjoy looking after our own.
DR CHRIS REARDON
Veterinarian
Chris graduated from University of Queensland in 1994 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Hons.) and a Bachelor of Science (Hons.) majoring in Physiology and Biochemistry. Following graduation, he started work at Warwick Vet Clinic gaining valuable experience from the previous partners Drs. Ken Wells and Graeme Garde who had collectively over 70 years’ experience in the practice.
In 2002, he completed his membership examination in Equine Medicine in the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists. Since May 2007, Chris has been actively involved in the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) and was a director of the AVA National Board (2013-2019). He was awarded a Meritorious Service Award 2018 (QLD) in 2018 and a Fellow of the AVA (2019). A Graduate of Australian Institute of Company Directors, an Industry Fellow of the University of Queensland Vet School, he is presently enrolled in an MBA program at the University of Southern Queensland.
DR ELISSA HALEY
Veterinarian
Elissa graduated from the University of Queensland in 2000 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Hons.) and has been a valuable member of the Warwick Vet Clinic team since.
Her areas of interest include small animal medicine, oncology and surgery.
Elissa enjoys seeing her patients take the journey of recovery from major surgery and has recently completed an introduction course in Acupuncture which she sees as a useful modality to assist with patient recovery.
DR HANNAH LUCK
Veterinarian
Hannah graduated from James Cook University with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science and enjoys the general mixed animal and equine work in the practice.
Originally from North QLD, Hannah enjoys the community life, competing in Netball and Touch football clubs in Warwick.
Hannah’s interests are in medicine and surgery and she has recently undertaken a small animal surgery course to broaden her skills. Teamwork is also a passion for Hannah as she strives to exceed client’s expectation in service delivery.
In her spare time, Hannah enjoys the company of her two lovely dogs Chips and Pepper.
DR MEGAN ALLAN
Veterinarian
Megan graduated from James Cook University with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science. After graduation, she spent 18 months working in northeast England, where she was fortunate enough to gain a wealth of knowledge from working in a large multi-vet practice. She also got to enjoy the benefits of travelling the UK and Europe.
Her love of animals came from growing up on a property west of Goondiwindi, where her family farm grain and sheep. Her interests are small animal surgery and medicine.
When Megan is not working, she enjoys traveling and camping with family and her cattle dog Bonnie.
DR REBECCA BAKER
Veterinarian
Bec graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honors), before joining the team at Warwick Vet Clinic.
Bec enjoys the variety of working in a mixed practice, having a particular interest in both dairy and beef cattle and small animal internal medicine. She has always had a passion for animals and enjoys the challenge of working up difficult cases. In her studies she assisted with sheep AI and embryo transfer programs as well as spending a lot of time in central Queensland on an organic beef property.
The owner of three beautiful dogs; Floss, Smudge and Lexie, in her spare time you will find her reading a good book, making cakes (#bakedbybec), swimming and spending time with her friends and family.
DR CAMERON ANDERSON
Veterinarian
Cameron graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Hons) and enjoys the variety that mixed animal practice brings. Building good client rapport to fulfil the needs of both patient and client is one of his key values as a veterinarian. Cameron thrives on applying his veterinary knowledge to problem-solve difficult cases.
Outside of the clinic, Cameron enjoys playing touch football in the local Warwick competition and is learning to play piano and produce music.
TESSA SISSMAN
Practice Manager
Tessa started with us whilst in her senior years at Assumption College as a school based trainee. She has an excellent understanding of how the business operates and is always happy to work to meet the expectations of our clients. She has completed her Cert IV Vet Nursing and is currently completing a Diploma in Practice Management.
AVRIL BROWN
Vet Nurse (Cert IV)
Avril commenced in 2011 after being key personnel at Rodgers Creek Feedlot for many years. She has recently completed her Certificate IV in Vet Nursing and enjoys nursing small animal patients, especially with orthopedic issues or dermatology cases. At home Avril has a menagerie of animals with horses, chickens, cats and dogs to attend to around her work.
BRENDA WHITTON
Vet Nurse
Brenda has been part of the Allora Clinic in her veterinary assistant role for many years and could probably attest to have ‘seen it all’. Brenda enjoys the company of staff, the variety of the practice life and the conversations she has with our loyal and treasured clients.
BIANCA GOODE
Vet Nurse
Bianca joined the practice in 2021 after gaining valuable experience working on local dairy farms and horse properties. She enjoys working with all animals and is currently pursuing a career in the Veterinary Industry, studying her Certificate II in Animal Studies.
Bianca's passions lie with large animal's specifically reproduction and nutrition of horses and cattle. She has a menagerie of animals including horses, dogs, cats, chickens, sheep, cattle & guinea pigs.
NICOLE KEDAR
Vet Nurse
Nicole started working for the practice in 2019 after she got married and moved to the area. She has completed her Certificate IV in Vet Nursing and has an interest in providing care for animals whilst in hospital. Nicole enjoys spending her time with her beloved dogs on their property.
BAILEY SEIDEL
Vet Nurse
After growing up in the Northern Territory, Bailey was educated at the local school in Warwick, Scots PGC. Since then, she spent a lot of time on large cattle stations and horse cutting properties both in the NT and QLD before joining the clinic earlier this year.
Bailey enjoys the busy pace of clinical practice whilst offering dedicated service to our clients and their valued pets and their horses and livestock.
KIRA WILDE
Receptionist
Kira commenced working with us in 2021 as our receptionist. Growing up on the land Kira has a passion for all animal’s companion and livestock. Working as our receptionist she strives to ensure you have a positive and welcoming experience.
