Sarah Ryan

Head vet nurse

With us since: 2008

Qualifications: Animal Studies Certificate II, Vet Nurse Certificate IV

Our head nurse for nearly two years, Sarah has grown quickly into her role, and is now indispensible. She has worked as a Veterinary nurse since she was 18, and is the only member of staff to have practiced on three continents - having applied her trade in Australia, Ireland and Canada. She is the proud owner of two ferrets, Mimi and Hector. Sarah has gone back to study and is currently working towards a diploma in emergency and critical care nursing.

Jenna Luskey

Vet nurse

With us since: 2005

Qualifications: Animal Studies Certificate II, Vet Nurse Certificate IV

Jenna is a Veterinary nurse with a lifelong passion for working with animals. We are the second hospital she has worked with. Jenna's love of animals is evident in the veritable entourage she keeps at home, comprising four cats, a dog, and a flock of birds. Jenna is currently studying  for her diploma in Critical Care and Emergency Medicine. 

Jackie Phillis

Vet Nurse

With us since: 2005

Qualifications: Animal Studies Certificate II, Vet Nurse Certificate IV

Jackie is born and bred right here in the Inner West, she started working for us as an animal attendant whilst undertaking and completing her nursing studies at Ultimo TAFE. She loves animals and all aspects of Veterinary nursing, and is the proud owner of two dogs and two cats. She has a particular interest in reptiles. Jackie is an avid Rugby League fan and Wests Tigers fanatic. 

Tracey Lycho

Vet nurse

With us since: 2008

Qualifications: 

Animal Studies Certificate II, Veterinary Nursing Certificate IV, currently completing BMarine Science in Marine Biology and Geophysics.

Tracey has become our wonderful Puppy Preschool trainer after finishing her veterinary nursing studies in 2009. On top of nursing, she has returned to university to compete a degree in Marine Science and Geophysics. Having a rather soft spot for our feline friends she has helped to re-home many of the clinics strays and couldn't resist adopting two gorgeous stray kitties of her own, Tessa and Batman (who has been a loyal blood donor of the clinic!). Her newest animal companions include two cheeky budgies, Pikachu and Squirtle.

Darlene Clancy

Kennel hand/Vet nurse

With us since: 2002

Qualifications: Animal Studies Certificate II, Vet Nurse Certificate IV

Darlane, a valuable member of the team, has been working at the hospital for eight years. She is the proud owner of a staffy, Darcy, and cats Tiny and Babe all of whom she rescued from the practice. 

Alicia Liston

Trainee vet nurse

With us since: 2009

Qualifications: Currently studying for the Animal Studies Certificate II

Vet nurse in-training Alicia has had a love for animals for as long as she can remember. She adopted her adorable cat, Pumba, after he was abandoned at our practice, and raised him into the happy, well-adjusted feline he is today. 

Sarah Jobbins

Vet nurse

With us since: 2009

Qualifications: Bachelor of Animal Science (Hons I), currently completing PhD in Veterinary Science.

On the verge of completing a PhD in Veterinary Science, studying the immune system of the koala, Sarah returned to vet nursing after a 2 year break as she dearly missed working with the animals. Annandale is the second clinic Sarah has nursed in.

In addition to her own brood of cats and reptiles, Sarah has fostered several of our kittens and prepared them for adoption. With an innate passion for both wildlife and companion animals, especially cats, Sarah hopes to work in conservation and help remove the Tiger from endangered species list.