Meet the Team
Our Vets
Rebecca is one of the foremost veterinary ophthalmologists in the country, holding the highest possible specialist qualification: the RCVS Diploma in Veterinary Ophthalmology. She trained and worked at the Royal Veterinary College in London, latterly as Head of the Ophthalmology service at the Queen Mother Hospital forAnimals. She worked as a Consultant eye surgeon in several practices before setting up Elham Valley Referrals in 2008.
Bartek graduated from the Wroclaw University in 2021 followed by an internship and then worked in an ophthalmology practice in Poland. In 2022 he was granted a scholarship from the East European Society of Veterinary Ophthalmology and spent a month in Rowe Veterinary Referrals in Bristol. He joined Elham Valley Referrals in 2023.
Miguel graduated in 2020 from UTAD in Portugal, following an externship at the University of Tennessee. He previously worked at Optivet Referrals in Hampshire, following an internship. He is currently studying for the PG Certificate in Veterinary Ophthalmology. Miguel joined EVR in 2025.
Nursing Team
Jenny joined EVR in May '24 taking over the reins as Head RVN. Jenny qualified as an RVN in 2003, and has worked locally her whole career. She is kept busy at home with 3 children & 2 furbabies; Bertie, a Boston Terrier & Ernie, a (very naughty!) British Bulldog. Jenny loves the challenge of referral practice, and the opportunity to develop advanced nursing skills.
Kate qualified as an RVN in 2016, but has been working in the veterinary industry since she was 17 working locally within Kent for much of her career. She joined the EVR team as an experienced RVN, and currently works Tuesday to Friday. At home she has 2 children that keep her busy, and two adorable cats called Florence and Oreo!
Selina has been working in the veterinary industry for 36 years and has been a qualified RVN for 8 years. She has a keen interest for geriatric nursing and all things feline, from which she gained her ISFM certificate in Feline Nursing. Selina has two Birman cats called Meena and Bailey. In her free time Selina enjoys reading and going for countryside walks.
Reece graduated from Middlesex University in June 2024 and is joining the EVR nursing team over the summer. He has a particular interest in anaesthesia, and is looking forward to working with our highly skilled vet & nurse team and developing his skills & knowledge. Reece & his family own a Bulldog named Lola. and Reece himself has a cat called Jinx who rarely leaves his side!
Kathryn joined the EVR Nursing Team on 5th February! Welcome Kathryn! Kathryn joins us with a background in veterinary hospital nursing, where she worked up from reception, to ANA, to Student VN & then RVN! She has a keen interest in Anaesthesia and patient specific nursing, and at home has a young family to care for, as well as her dog Rolo, an 11 year old Cross Breed.
April is joining the EVR Team in April! Welcome April!
Emily joined us in February '24 as a part time ANA, however her 'normal' job is as a highly experienced hairdresser! Welcome aboard Emily & we are very happy to have you as part of the team! Emily is owned by her gorgeous French Bulldog, Rio!
Practice Staff
Katherine joined the clinic as Practice Manager in 2017, having had an extensive teaching career in London. Katherine brings a wealth of experience to the EVR team and ensures the smooth running of the business side of EVR. Katherine loves to travel in her spare time, and has undertaken trips to South Africa and USA in recent times. At home she has 2 dogs; Arlo a Cockerpoo, & Raphie, a Cocker Spaniel.
Debbie originally joined the clinic as an RVN in 2013, having qualified in 1997. Having been appointed Head RVN in 2018, Debbie brought a wealth of experience to the EVR team & pursued a Nurse Certificate in Anaesthesia. In January '24, Debbie changed direction moving into a Practice Management role taking the reins from Katherine, then had a brief sojourn into general veterinary practice management in the first half of 2025, but returned as PM in August of the same year! At home she has 2 dogs; Evie, the newest member of the EVR Team (Labrador), and Sirius, a Min Longhaired Dachshund, as well as 2 British Shorthair cats , 2 teenage sons & a husband!
Becky is primarily our admin manager & deals with accounts and financial issues for the practice. However, 2 days a week you will find her on reception, responsible for arranging referral appointments and taking care of clients when they arrive. Outside of work, Becky is learning the piano, and has a teenage daughter & husband as well as an adorable cat called Alex!
With a background in languages and education, we are delighted to have Sonia on the team. Her previous experience at Eurostar as well as teaching enables her to be the friendly & welcoming face of EVR. Sonia has been involved with fostering dogs over many years, and currently has 2 permanent guests, Tempah & Buddy!
Our Pets
Milo hasn't ever quite grown into his legs. He is an expert chewer and will lick any unguarded elbows.
Roux is the baby of the EVR dog pack, having joined the team in June 2024. He is a terror with shoes & loves to play!
Pchelek loves nothing more than laying upside down on the sofa, or in office doorways!
Tempah & Buddy are regular reception attendees, with Tempah keeping a keen eye on customer service from below the desk!
Sirius is the self-appointed staff welfare dog; feeling sad or having a bad day? Sirius is here with heart-melting eyes & a lovely cuddle!
Evie will be joining the EVR Team dogs from February '26! Watch this space for puppy adventures!