Meet the Team

Equine Veterinary Surgeon

Heather joined Oaklands in July 2016 following her graduation from the University of Liverpool. She completed our internship programme, during which she was responsible for inpatients and procedures within the hospital, in the summer of 2017. Having made a great contribution to the team, Oaklands was pleased to be able to retain her and she has joined us as an ambulatory vet. Heather has a special interest in reproductive work, especially advanced investigations and embryo transfer.

Equine Veterinary Surgeon

Helen is originally from Lockerbie, Scotland. She graduated from The Royal Dick School of Veterinary Studies in summer 2016 and went straight into a busy mixed practice in Perth, Scotland. After eight months working with all species she wanted to pursue her real passion of equine only practice and joined Oaklands in May 2017 as an ambulatory vet. She has a keen interest in all aspects of ambulatory work and is looking forward to exploring the Yorkshire countryside and becoming a familiar face to everyone. When not at work, you may see her out walking her very energetic Cocker Spaniel Flicka.

Equine Veterinary Surgeon

Carina graduated from Liverpool University in summer 2015, and in November 2015 joined Oaklands as a hospital intern. She completed her internship November 2016 and joined the ambulatory team. Carina has a keen interest in all aspects of ambulatory work, especially lameness and internal medicine. Carina is a keen rider, and when not at work she can be found baking cakes and discovering the Yorkshire countryside.

Equine Veterinary Surgeon

Oaklands Veterinary Centre was established by Graham in the 1970’s and soon became an established mixed practice with a phenomenal reputation as a result of Graham’s personal ability and success. Graham continues to work as consultant to the practice, and is always on hand to offer his invaluable experience and expertise. In his ‘free’ time you may find Graham tending his herd of cattle, training his point to pointers or spending quality time with his friends and family.

Equine Veterinary Surgeon

Jamie qualified from Cambridge University and undertook a hospital internship returning to North Yorkshire in 2012. Jamie enjoys all aspects of ambulatory practice, but specialises in advanced dental treatment, and surgery of the foot.

Head Nurse

Jude has recently returned to Oaklands to resume her position as head nurse, following the birth of her baby daughter. She joined Oaklands in 2007 and qualified as a Royal College Registered Equine Veterinary Nurse in 2012 from the prestigious Myerscough College. She has since held the position of LA Head Nurse, and is responsible for our nursing team. Jude is somewhat of a fitness fanatic and attends the gym every day without fail. When not playing ‘mum’ or working out you’ll find her in the saddle exercising and competing her two horses ‘Derek’ and ‘Aggie’.

Megan is a qualified veterinary nurse and joined the team at Oaklands in July 2015, gaining her additional qualification in equine nursing in November 2016. Megan enjoys all aspects of inpatient care and when not at work you’ll usually find her ‘out and about’ with her own horses competing at various events.

Equine Nursing Assistant

Martin joined the Oaklands as an Equine Nursing assistant in 2004 following a career at the Mary Reveley School of racing. He has vast equine experience and is a valuable member of the team. Martin is our resident ‘West End’ Critic as he spends a lot of his spare time in the capital attending the shows. When he’s not at work or away he likes to spend time supporting his team, ‘the Boro’ and attending comedy nights and stand up (this is also the source of his many one liners!)

Equine Nursing Assistant

Following a distinguished career in racing as well as the police Mel joined the team in July 2015 as an Equine nursing assistant. She has a special interest in surgical nursing and spends most of her time in equine theatre. Outside of work her time is spent with her daughter and her own horses.

Equine Nursing Assistant

Judy joined the Oaklands team in June 2016 following a long career with Castle Vets in Barnard Castle. She has extensive experience as an equine nursing assistant, and assists in all areas of the clinic including lameness investigations and surgical nursing.