Veterinarians
Dr Darron Baynham BVSc BSc VET MRCVS CMAVA
Dr Darron is the owner of the practice and a dedicated animal lover. An excellent surgeon and consulting veterinarian, Darron has a siamese cat - Eponine, a burmese cat - Darcy, and 3 very energetic kelpies- Wrex, Ali, and Whisk.
Dr Darron is pictured with his cat Eponine who likes to help out in the kitchen.
Dr Darron has just received his CMAVA status. This is awarded for high levels of continuing education and gets rereviewed each year. This is to help keep him up to date with the latest methods of treatment and surgery to help your pets get the best.
Dr Emma Sharples BSc BVMS
Dr Emma is one of our veterinarians at Karrinyup Small Animal Hospital. She has a particular interest in working up complex cases. Dr Emma likes going to the beach and walking her dog Molly.
Dr Natalie Wittkamp BSc BVMS
Dr Natalie has 2 dogs, Chewie and Jack. Dr Natalie enjoys seeing new cases each and every day, and enjoys chatting with clients.
Dr Ruth Hoetzl BSc BVMS
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Vet Nurses/Receptionists
Rebecca VN - Qualified Veterinary Nurse
Rebecca has worked at Karrinyup Small Animal Hospital since graduating as a qualified veterinary nurse 11 years ago. Rebecca has a pink and grey galah, 2 siamese cats, and 2 Brussel Griffon dogs which are her pride and joy.
Rebecca is pictured with her dog Lily when she was only 6 weeks old at the breeder's yard.
Josh - Vet nurse
Josh is soon to be qualified as a veterinary nurse. He loves all aspects of his job, and in particular likes interacting with all his patients.
Jocelyn - Receptionist
Jocelyn is one of our receptionists. Jocelyn loves interacting with people and their animals.
Laura - Receptionist
Laura is one of our receptionists and has a Bachelor's degree majoring in Zoology.
Melissa - Trainee Vet Nurse
Melissa is learning to be a veterinary nurse. She finds veterinary nursing challenging which is why she enjoys it so much.
She has just been signed up for a traineeship with TAFE. This means Melissa learns while "on the job" and does her theory work at home. This will take Melissa 2-3 years and then she will be a qualified veterinary nurse.
Sharon - Vet Nurse
Sharon is currently studying at TAFE to get her Veterinary Nursing qualification. Sharon loves veterinary nursing, and is also a mother and wife.