Travelling Veterinary Service

Jessica is dedicated to wildlife health and conservation, striving for a healthier future environment. She has completed a Master of Veterinary Science in Zoo Animal and Wildlife Health, and is a member of various organisations including the Wildlife Disease Association, Wildlife Health Australia, Australian Bat Society, and Australian Conservation Foundation. Jessica has extensive experience working with wildlife across Australia and beyond. Her impressive career includes roles at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Boongary Veterinary Surgery, Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital and Wellington Zoo.

Tom holds a Bachelor of Veterinary Science from James Cook University in Queensland. He began his veterinary career in mixed practice and small animal emergency medicine, bringing a well-rounded clinical background to his current work. Before becoming a vet, Tom spent several years working closely with wildlife as a zookeeper and eco-tour guide across various institutions. Since joining Wildlife Victoria’s Travelling Veterinary Service, Tom has been at the forefront of rescue, treatment, and rehabilitation of Australian wildlife, a role he finds both rewarding and inspiring.

Outside of work, Tom is a passionate outdoor enthusiast. Whether he’s kitesurfing, paragliding, diving, or snowboarding, he’s always chasing his next adventure! When he’s not out exploring, you’ll likely find him in the garden or spending time on the ocean, embracing nature in all its forms.

Tian holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and a Doctor of Philosophy in Veterinary Science from the University of Melbourne. Since 2022, he has provided specialist support to Wildlife Victoria, attending complex in-field rescues that require darting expertise.

Tian is now part of Wildlife Victoria’s Travelling Veterinary Service. His career focus is wildlife medicine and epidemiology, and his PhD research examined the welfare impacts of chronic Phalaris toxicity on Eastern grey kangaroos.

Emily has been working in veterinary medicine for seven years with experience in mixed and small animal practice. Emily obtained a Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Biosciences at La Trobe University and went on to complete a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Melbourne.

Emily has a passion for wildlife care and conservation. In her spare time, she enjoys getting out into nature with friends and family, eating food, drinking good wine, and watching trashy action or horror films.

Mitzi brings more than 20 years of clinical experience across city and regional veterinary practices. Her background spans small animals, exotics, wildlife, equine, and dairy, providing a broad and well-rounded perspective in veterinary care. She is a member of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists (Surgery). Most recently, Mitzi served as Animal Welfare Officer and Senior Veterinarian at the Australian Synchrotron, where she worked with national and international researchers on advanced imaging and radiation therapy techniques. Mitzi is passionate about improving welfare outcomes for native wildlife through collaboration with wildlife carers and other stakeholders. She is excited to bring her clinical expertise to the team and contribute to the important work of Wildlife Victoria.

Sarah graduated from the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh, and completed an intercalated Bachelor of Science in Animal Behaviour and Welfare at the University of Bristol. After gaining experience in small animal general practice, Sarah joined the UK’s largest dog welfare charity as a resident in Behavioural Medicine.

Since moving to Australia, Sarah has followed her passion for wildlife medicine, attending conferences, regularly volunteering with shelters, and undertaking externships at WA Wildlife, Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital, and Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife. She is thrilled to be part of the Wildlife Victoria team and to be able to contribute to the conservation of Australia’s incredible wildlife. While it’s impossible to pick a favourite animal, flying foxes hold a special place in her heart.

Bronwyn has been working as a veterinary nurse since 2019, gaining experience across companion animals and wildlife in a mixed practice clinic. With a strong passion for wildlife care, she has dedicated her time to volunteering with local wildlife shelters and a number of organisations, including Healesville Sanctuary, Port Macquarie Koala Hospital, Tolga Bat Hospital, and Port Douglas Tree Roo Rescue.

When she’s not caring for animals, Bronwyn enjoys exploring the Yarra Valley and surrounding bushlands.

Lee has been a dedicated and qualified Veterinary Nurse for nearly 20 years, bringing a wealth of experience in working with small and large animals, exotics, and wildlife. Her special interest in Australian wildlife led her to pursue further studies at Taronga Zoo. Outside her professional life, Lee is a devoted mother of two children. She enjoys exploring the bush with her family, searching for insects, spiders, and frogs, and caring for a variety of unique pets.

Nicola is an experienced veterinary nurse with a wide range of species knowledge and a strong interest in exotic and wildlife nursing. Over the past 12 years, Nicola has worked at one of the busiest vet clinics in Australia as well as smaller general practices.

Having seen firsthand the issues facing native animals, Nicola wanted to do more to help protect wildlife and now also operates as a licensed wildlife carer.

“My role at Wildlife Victoria gives me the opportunity to combine my passions of wildlife care and vet nursing. Being able to provide veterinary care as well as supporting our wonderful wildlife carers is very important to me.”

Originally from New York, Evie is a passionate and highly skilled veterinary nurse with a strong commitment to Australian wildlife. With a qualification in Veterinary Technology and a background in both wildlife and emergency care, Evie brings a wealth of knowledge, energy and compassion to the TVS team.

In her spare time, Evie enjoys a variety of crafting activities and actively volunteers with various conservation organisations to help protect and preserve Australia’s unique wildlife.

Camilla has worked as a veterinary nurse since 2015, holding a Bachelor of Science majoring in Wildlife and Conservation Biology and a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

Camilla has experience working with a number a of wildlife species with past roles at Melbourne Zoo, Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade, animal shelters and specialist veterinary clinics. Camilla is also a Wildlife Victoria volunteer in her spare time and fosters shelter animals.

In her spare time, Camilla likes to spend her time travelling, exploring the outdoors, doing yoga and learning how to surf.