Camberwell Veterinary Clinic

Staff Profiles

Dr Stephen Emms in 1988 became the first Registered Specialist Small Animal Surgeon in Victoria. After graduating with honours from the University of Queensland (1978) and an Internship at Murdoch University (1981) his postgraduate studies with surgical training was at the University of Pennsylvania. In 1991 he moved to Camberwell Veterinary Clinic. Ancillary to his surgery practice Stephen has provided radiotherapy, chemotherapy and CT imaging for many years. Stephen accepts referrals from other veterinary practitioners for diverse surgical procedures including spinal surgery, fracture repair, hip replacement, tibial plateau levelling for cruciate ruptures, patella luxation, tumour removal and reconstructive surgery. Stephen is a member of the Veterinary Cancer Society, Veterinary Orthopedic Society, Australian Veterinary Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and Australian Small Animal Veterinary Association. He is a Fellow of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists. Stephen is treasurer of the Association of Registered Veterinary Specialists. Currently Stephen owns an ancient Silky Terrier who has over the years has had both cruciates repaired, surgery for peach pip blockage of the intestine, glaucoma in one eye, lung tumours removed and is currently being treated for Cushing’s syndrome. His two cats Charlie & Tiger both lived to over 19 years before they succumbed to kidney disease. In his 20+ years at Camberwell Stephen has been privileged to treat many patients throughout their life.

Dr Serena Chow joined Camberwell Veterinary Clinic in December 2005. Serena graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2002 and has practiced both in Australia and the United Kingdom. Serena has a keen interest in dogs and cats as well as guinea pigs, rabbits and even mice! Serena has a Budgie (Ben Ben), a Black Capped Conure (Tesla) and a 16 month old Chihuahua (Darwin) At times Serena is also a surrogate carer for her Grandmother’s Maltese (Mimi) which has had both dislocating patellas surgically corrected by Dr Emms.

Dr Sharon Rowland joined Camberwell Veterinary Clinic in Sharon 2009. Sharon graduated with honours from the University of Melbourne in 1990 and completes a Masters of Veterinary Studies in 1996. Sharon has practiced in Australia, the UK, the USA and in New Zealand. Her 12 year old Hungarian Vizsla Stella has traveled with her to the USA & New Zealand. Flop the rabbit is a more recent addition to the family.

Trish has been a veterinary nurse with Camberwell Veterinary Clinic since 1992. As our longest serving employee Trish is our most experienced theatre nurse, however she still enjoys the day to day client interation around the clinic. As an avid pet lover, Trish has recently adopted a new family member named Jake, who is a 9 year old Labrador with the playfulness of a 1 year old. Her three year old cat Poppet has adapted well to her new sibling. Trish has a young daughter who loves to hear about the day's events at the clinic. In her spare time Trish has a small business which includes interior design concepts and revamping unique furniture pieces (www.flocktogether.com.au).

Rowie is a Certificate IV qualified veterinary nurse who joined Rowie the Camberwell team in 2010. Rowie has been a veterinary nurse since 2005 and holds a veterinary radiographic licence. She lives with two cats (AJ & Cleo) and an assortment of tropical fish. Rowie's areas of interest are surgical procedures,puppy school, feline behaviour and fish and bird care.

Emily joined the nursing team in 2010 and will complete her Certificate IV Emily in Veterinarry Nursing at Box Hill TAFE in 2012. Emily has always wanted to work in a veterinary practice and is "loving every minute of it". Emily has a 1 year old female Staffodshire Annie (pictured) and a 3 year old male Staffordshire Denver and an eight year old male cat Sammy. Emily enjoys photography and netball in her spare time.

Tess joined the nursing team in 2011. Tess is enrolled in Tessz Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing at Box Hill. Tess moved from Portland to pursue her training in veterinary nursing leaving her 9 cats, dog, horse and cockatoo (Colin) in the care of her parents! Whilst in Portland Tess volunteered with the RSPCA and has completed training to Rehabilitate and Release Native Wildlife.

Tina has been a veterinary nurse with Camberwell Veterinary Clinic since 2004 tina3 having gained her Certificate IV of Veterinary Nursing in 2005. Tina is now studying people nursing at RMIT University which she will complete in December 2011. Tina is planning to eventually get into theatre nursing as it is the area of veterinary nursing she enjoys most. Tina has two dogs, Zoe a 12 year old Kelpie and Kane a 7 year old Ridgeback cross. Zoe may be half the size but in true Kelpie form has no problem keeping Kane in line. In her spare time Tina likes dining out and good movies.

Noddie is our resident budgie who keeps a close eye over the shoulder o Noddie f all reception activities. His conversation skills are limited to "Hello Noddy". He does enjoy sitting on shoulders of staff and often leaves a momento to mark his visit.