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Ian Killian Vet at Heathfield Vets

Ian Killian – BVSc MRCVS – Vet

Hello, I’m Ian.

I was born and raised on a game and livestock farm in the Eastern Province of South Africa. After the obligatory 5 1/2 years of student life at the University of Pretoria Onderstepoort Veterinary Faculty, I qualified in 1989.

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Ian Killian – BVSc MRCVS – Vet

Hello I’m Ian

I was born and raised on a game and livestock farm in the Eastern Province of South Africa. After the obligatory 5 1/2 years of student life at the University of Pretoria Onderstepoort Veterinary Faculty, I qualified in 1989.
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My next move was 15 months compulsory national service in the South African Defence Force. I spent 12 months of this working as a vet in a rural tribal area, providing a service to the local farmers and pet owners.

With that obligation completed, I returned to my hometown to work in a mixed practice for 9 months before deciding to have a 6 month working holiday in the UK.

As the saying goes, the rest is history…

I joined Heathfield Vets in 1991 and became a partner in 1998.

I am married to Rose-Ann and am the proud father of 2 daughters, Natalie & Jaime.

We have 2 family cats, Tommy and Peter, and after much badgering by Jaime, a recently acquired Springer Spaniel called Nala.

We also have a small flock of pet chickens, which produce fresh eggs for the larder.

In my spare time I enjoy cross-country jogging and I’m also a fair weather cyclist, though a full time profession and a young family don’t allow too much time for these.

Having said that, I recently achieved a long held ambition by spending a major part of 2016 on my bike, culminating in a 9 day cycle ride from Land’s End to John o’ Groats while raising funds for Chestnut Tree House.

I enjoy the variety of work that is encountered at the practice. However I do spend most of my day treating and operating on family pets.

I particularly enjoy, and am interested in, surgery and I also practice acupuncture.

Ian

Ian Killian – BVSc MRCVS

Annual Health Check Up

Philip Snyman Vet at Heathfield Vets

Philip Snyman – BVSc MRCVS - Vet

Hello, I’m Philip.

I was born in South Africa and as part of my National Service, I spent two years in the Infantry Corps of the South African Defence Force, before enrolling as a Veterinary student at Onderstepoort, The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Veterinary Science.

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Philip Snyman – BVSc MRCVS

Hello, I’m Philip.

I was born in South Africa and as part of my National Service, I spent two years in the Infantry Corps of the South African Defence Force, before enrolling as a Veterinary student at Onderstepoort, The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Veterinary Science.

I completed my studies in 1989 and joined a mixed rural practice in Harrismith, South Africa, where I worked for three years.

In 1992 I started my own practice in the Karoo, an agricultural region famous for its sheep. It was a mixed practice, although most of my work centred around sheep reproduction.

This enabled me to make contact with experts in the field, which allowed my wife and I to visit the UK for the first time in 1994. We enjoyed it so much, that we decided to move here on a temporary basis in 1997.

Well, the temporary move became permanent and after spending seven years in another East Sussex practice, I joined Heathfield Vets as a partner in 2004, after catching up with Ian Killian, my old classmate from back in South Africa.

I’ve been married to my wife Katrien for 30 years. She is a primary school teacher.

We have two cats, Leeutjie, a very fluffy Moggie and Violet, an Oriental Shorthair.

I enjoy running and cycling in my spare time.

Philip Snyman – BVSc MRCVS

Register all kinds of pets at Heathfield Vets

Gerald Stam Vet at Heathfield Vets

Gerald Stam – BVSc GP Cert (ENDO) MRCVS – Vet

Hello, I’m Gerald.

I qualified from vet school in South Africa in 1987 and then worked as a vet during my army service. My first job was in a city practice in Kempton Park. I knew I wanted to work in a mixed practice, so after 9 months we moved to the West Free State town of Bultfontein.

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Gerald Stam – BVSc MRCVS – Vet

Hello, I’m Gerald.

I qualified from vet school in South Africa in 1987 and then worked as a vet during my army service. My first job was in a city practice in Kempton Park. I knew I wanted to work in a mixed practice, so after 9 months we moved to the West Free State town of Bultfontein.

Here my work consisted mainly of dairy, beef, sheep herds and pet animals, with the odd bit of game work mixed in.

After four years I sold my practice to move to the Eastern Cape, to the town of Humansdorp. My main work was pet animals with a few dairy and beef herds to look after. Four years later my wife and I decided to move abroad.

My first UK job was in Sevenoaks where I worked for 18 months. An opportunity of practice ownership opened up in Essex and here, together with my business partners, we ran our surgery for 12 years. This is where I did numerous personal development courses in pursuit of my main interests, which included canine and feline medicine, abdominal and cardiac ultrasound, soft tissue surgery and oncology (both advanced surgery and chemotherapy treatments).

I was one of the students to complete the first UK based course in Endoscopy and Endosurgery and have gone on to obtain a postgraduate GP Certificate in Endoscopy and Endosurgery. This is a new and exciting field in veterinary science at present.

My wife Roulé and I have 2 daughters, who are currently at university.

Growing up my hobbies were all very doggie related where I did obedience and attack work training and some tracking trails with German Sheperds, Dobermanns and Border Collies. We have downsized our dog to a long-haired Chihuahua called Teddy.

I enjoy skiing in the winter and waterskiing in the summer.

Gerald Stam – BVSc MRCVS

Gerald Stam Vet consulting at Heathfield

Vicky Farrant Head Nurse

Vicki Farrant – Head Vet Nurse (RVN)

Hi, my name is Vicki and I am Head Nurse at Heathfield Vets.

I grew up on a dairy farm and then married a dairy farmer – we now live on my husband’s family farm in Waldron.

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Vicki Farrant – RVN and Head Vet Nurse

Hi, my name is Vicki and I am Head Nurse at Heathfield Vets.

I have two daughters, one dog called Dottie, a cat called Dexter and 9 sheep which we bottle fed from lambs – we seem to collect more each year!

I have worked in the practice for a while and have seen many changes. I started working in reception and was then lucky enough to be offered work experience with the nurses. I then became a trainee veterinary nurse.

When I started at the practice we were a small and large animal practice, so as well as the many duties I do today I also got the opportunity to help with cow caesareans, horse x-rays and castrations. After completing my nurse training, I was promoted to Head Nurse which I very much enjoyed for a few years, before having my first daughter and returning to work part-time. I have worked part-time since having my second daughter a few years later.

I am now back in the role of Head Nurse, working with a fantastic team here at Heathfield Vets. Being a nurse has so many varied responsibilities and each day is never the same. I help with operations, monitor anaesthetics, help with taking x-rays, ultrasounds and doing scopes, clean teeth, take blood samples, care for patients and do a lot of cleaning!

I also have my role of Head Nurse to fulfil, sorting rotas, leading team meetings, processing insurance claim and general running of the hospital.

I very much enjoy my job and love working in a practice that is forward thinking and always pushing to use the latest techniques and up-to-date equipment.

Vicki Farrant – RVN – Head Vet Nurse

Jasmine Perry Vet Nurse at Heathfield Vets

Jasmine Perry – Vet Nurse (RVN)

Hello, I’m Jasmine.

I have grown up in East Sussex and I had a passion for animals from a young age. I joined the team at Heathfield Vets as a student in November 2016.

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Jasmine Perry – Vet Nurse

Hello, I’m Jasmine.

I have grown up in East Sussex and I had a passion for animals from a young age. I joined the team at Heathfield Vets as a student in November 2016 and qualified with a degree in Veterinary Nursing in July 2017. I enjoy all aspects of small animal nursing but I am especially fond of nurse consultations and anaesthesia.

I love cats and recently became the Cat Advocate for the Practice as part of becoming a cat-friendly practice here at Heathfield Vets. Along with the team, I take extra pride in making sure your cats have a comfortable and stress-free visit!

In my free time I enjoy walking and spending time at the coast. I have a dog and a very pretty cat!

I hope to continue to expand my knowledge and am planning to become a pet bereavement adviser.

Jasmine Perry – Vet Nurse, Heathfield Vets

Jason Main - student Vet Nurse at Heathfield Vets

Jason Main – Vet Nurse (RVN)

Hello, I’m Jason.

I joined Heathfield Vets in August 2015 as a nursing assistant and began my vet nurse training at Plumpton college in September 2016 – I am now qualified.

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Jason Main – Student Vet Nurse

Hi, I’m Jason.

I joined Heathfield Vets in August 2015 as a nursing assistant and began my vet nurse training at Plumpton college in September 2016 – I am now qualified.

I grew up and am still living in a small village called Scaynes Hill about 30mins away. I have a Labrador cross called Bella and a tabby cat called Fergus. I also have two Australian parakeets.

Horse riding is an activity I really enjoy. I have been having horse riding lessons for about 6 years now and got to the stage were I am having cross country and showjumping lessons.

Jason Main – Vet Nurse (RVN)

Rosie Bourne Student Vet Nurse at Heathfield Vets

Rosie Bourne – Student Vet Nurse

Hello, I’m Rosie.

I joined Heathfield Vets in April 2016 as an Animal Nursing Assistant. In September 2017 I started my 3 year training course as a veterinary nurse at Plumpton College.

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Rosie Bourne – Student Vet Nurse

Hi, I’m Rosie.

I joined Heathfield Vets in April 2017 as a Animal Nursing Assistant.

In September 2017 I started my 3 year training course as a veterinary nurse at Plumpton College.

I lived in Heathfield for most of my life but now live locally with my Spaniel Cross, Boris, tabby cat, Nellie, and guinea pig, Truffles.

Rosie Bourne – Student Vet Nurse

Georgia Breacher Student Vet Nurse at Heathfield Vets

Georgia Breacher – Student Vet Nurse

Hello, I’m Georgia.

I grew up in Chandlers Ford, Hampshire and went to Sparsholt College in Winchester where I studied equine management.

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Georgia Breacher – Student Vet Nurse

Hello, I’m Georgia.

Hello, my name is Georgia. I grew up in Chandlers Ford, Hampshire and went to Sparsholt College in Winchester where I studied equine management.

I have a very horse orientated background having grown up with them and worked for top international riders.

I moved to Mayfield with my boyfriend after college and started working at Heathfield Vets as a kennel assistant. I am now training to be a veterinary nurse.

I have a pet chinchilla called Coco who loves to be cuddled in the evenings in front of the TV. I hope to have a canine companion join my family in the near future.

Georgia Breacher – Student Vet Nurse, Heathfield Vets

Sophie Walker - Kennel Assistant with Heathfield Vets

Sophie Walker – Kennel Assistant

Hello, I’m Sophie.

After moving to the local area, I joined the Heathfield Vets team as a Kennel Assistant in April 2020.

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Sophie Walker – Kennel Assistant

Hello, I’m Sophie.

After moving to the local area, I joined the Heathfield Vets team as a Kennel Assistant in April 2020.

I have always had a passion for animal care and biology and after completing my Animal Biology degree I realised that Veterinary Nursing was the perfect career to combine both of my interests.

I grew up in the Lake District so I enjoy being outside. I do a lot of walking and scentwork training with my Lagotto, Hera. I also like to relax by doing crochet and I plan to make a mini Hera soon.

Sophie Walker – Kennel Assistant, Heathfield Vets

Grace Coveney Reception at Heathfield Vets

Grace Coveney – Head Receptionist

Hello I’m Grace,

I started working as a receptionist at Heathfield vets in August 2018.

I’ve previously worked in customer service and client based roles so working with pets has been a new and exciting challenge.

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Grace Coveney – Reception

Hello I’m Grace,

I started working as a receptionist at Heathfield vets in August 2018.

I’ve previously worked in customer service and client based roles so working with pets has been a new and exciting challenge.

I grew up in Essex and Hampshire and moved to Sussex after completing my University Studies in Canterbury. I love travelling and have spent a lot of time in South East Asia and the US.

I recently moved to Heathfield from the coast and love spending time outdoors. I’ve always adored animals and currently have a chubby hamster called Rocky, I hope to add some doggy friends in the near future.

Grace Coveney – Receptionist at Heathfield Vets

Sue Evans Reception at Heathfield Vets

Sue Evans – Reception

Hello, I’m Sue.

I first met my husband Paul as a pen friend, during the Gulf War. We married in 1992, and have two teenage boys. I have been with Heathfield Vets since 2002 and am one of the receptionists.

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Sue Evans – Reception

Hello, I’m Sue.

I first met my husband Paul as a pen friend, during the Gulf War.

We married in 1992, and have two teenage boys.

I have been with Heathfield Vets since 2002 and am one of the receptionists.

I have a black cocker spaniel called Harvey, who is 16 and is very much a food lover!

Sue Evans – Receptionist at Heathfield Vets

Rebekah Shaw - Receptionist Heathfield Vets

Rebekah Shaw – Reception

Hello I’m Rebekah,

I started working as a receptionist at Heathfield vets in February 2019.

I previously worked for an airline as cabin crew, so my new role is completely different and has been an exciting challenge.

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Rebekah Shaw – Reception

Hello my name is Rebekah.
I joined the team here at Heathfield Vets in February 2019. I previously
worked for an airline as cabin crew so my new role is completely different
and has been an exciting challenge.
I grew up in Congleton, Cheshire before moving to Staffordshire, where I met
my husband in 2009. We moved to Eastbourne for a new life by the sea!
In my spare time I enjoy working out in the gym and walking along the
promenade.
We don’t have any pets just yet, but are hoping to have a little doggy once
we own our own home!

 

Rebekah Shaw – Receptionist at Heathfield Vets

Donne Stam Practice Manager

Donné Stam – Practice Manager

Hello, I’m Donné.

After being a veterinary receptionist for some time in a busy small animal practice in Essex, I joined the Heathfield Vets team as Practice Manager in 2016 after completing my university studies.

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Donné Stam – Practice Manager

Hello, I’m Donné.

After being a veterinary receptionist for some time in a busy small animal practice in Essex, I joined the Heathfield Vets team as Practice Manager in 2016 after completing my university studies.

You will often find me darting around between reception, the hospital and my desk upstairs, mostly working behind the scenes to make sure everything is running smoothly and that the team has what it needs to provide the excellent level of client service and patient care we pride ourselves on!

I absolutely adore animals, and when I get a spare minute (not every often, mind you!), you’ll find me in reception, saying hello to the pets that are coming in for consults – I love hearing about how our clients came to own their pets and hearing about their little quirks at home.

I’m counting down the days until I am not in rented accommodation so that I can get my own pets, although I am having a hard time convincing my fiancé that four dogs and a large breed cat is a good idea – hopefully with time he will come around to it!

Donné Stam – Practice Manager, Heathfield Vets

Deb Batkin Accounts at Heatfield Vets

Deborah Batkin – Accounts

Hello, I’m Deb.

When I was 16, I asked to ‘see practice’ with Heathfield during my school holidays, little knowing that I was destined to become one of our longest serving staff members.

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Deborah Batkin – Accounts

Hello, I’m Deb.

When I was 16, I asked to ‘see practice’ with Heathfield during my school holidays, little knowing that I was destined to become one of our longest serving staff members.

Starting with a part-time evening position in 1988, I soon transferred to become a full time day receptionist.

After a further 6 years, I became the practice book-keeper – achieving my qualification with the Institute of Book-keepers.

I married in May 2000 and live in Herstmonceux, with my husband Richard and our two sons Thomas and Samuel.

We have one Springer Spaniel who is 5 years old and behaves like a mischievous teenager! He has been nicknamed JCB by my boys (Joe Crazy Batkin!). We also enjoy the countryside and are keen lovers of wildlife.

Deborah Batkin – Accounts

Veterinary Team
Ian Killian Vet at Heathfield Vets

Ian Killian – BVSc MRCVS – Vet

Hello, I’m Ian.

I was born and raised on a game and livestock farm in the Eastern Province of South Africa. After the obligatory 5 1/2 years of student life at the University of Pretoria Onderstepoort Veterinary Faculty, I qualified in 1989.

Close

Ian Killian – BVSc MRCVS – Vet

Hello I’m Ian

I was born and raised on a game and livestock farm in the Eastern Province of South Africa. After the obligatory 5 1/2 years of student life at the University of Pretoria Onderstepoort Veterinary Faculty, I qualified in 1989.
Close

My next move was 15 months compulsory national service in the South African Defence Force. I spent 12 months of this working as a vet in a rural tribal area, providing a service to the local farmers and pet owners.

With that obligation completed, I returned to my hometown to work in a mixed practice for 9 months before deciding to have a 6 month working holiday in the UK.

As the saying goes, the rest is history…

I joined Heathfield Vets in 1991 and became a partner in 1998.

I am married to Rose-Ann and am the proud father of 2 daughters, Natalie & Jaime.

We have 2 family cats, Tommy and Peter, and after much badgering by Jaime, a recently acquired Springer Spaniel called Nala.

We also have a small flock of pet chickens, which produce fresh eggs for the larder.

In my spare time I enjoy cross-country jogging and I’m also a fair weather cyclist, though a full time profession and a young family don’t allow too much time for these.

Having said that, I recently achieved a long held ambition by spending a major part of 2016 on my bike, culminating in a 9 day cycle ride from Land’s End to John o’ Groats while raising funds for Chestnut Tree House.

I enjoy the variety of work that is encountered at the practice. However I do spend most of my day treating and operating on family pets.

I particularly enjoy, and am interested in, surgery and I also practice acupuncture.

Ian

Ian Killian – BVSc MRCVS

Annual Health Check Up

Philip Snyman Vet at Heathfield Vets

Philip Snyman – BVSc MRCVS - Vet

Hello, I’m Philip.

I was born in South Africa and as part of my National Service, I spent two years in the Infantry Corps of the South African Defence Force, before enrolling as a Veterinary student at Onderstepoort, The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Veterinary Science.

Close

Philip Snyman – BVSc MRCVS

Hello, I’m Philip.

I was born in South Africa and as part of my National Service, I spent two years in the Infantry Corps of the South African Defence Force, before enrolling as a Veterinary student at Onderstepoort, The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Veterinary Science.

I completed my studies in 1989 and joined a mixed rural practice in Harrismith, South Africa, where I worked for three years.

In 1992 I started my own practice in the Karoo, an agricultural region famous for its sheep. It was a mixed practice, although most of my work centred around sheep reproduction.

This enabled me to make contact with experts in the field, which allowed my wife and I to visit the UK for the first time in 1994. We enjoyed it so much, that we decided to move here on a temporary basis in 1997.

Well, the temporary move became permanent and after spending seven years in another East Sussex practice, I joined Heathfield Vets as a partner in 2004, after catching up with Ian Killian, my old classmate from back in South Africa.

I’ve been married to my wife Katrien for 30 years. She is a primary school teacher.

We have two cats, Leeutjie, a very fluffy Moggie and Violet, an Oriental Shorthair.

I enjoy running and cycling in my spare time.

Philip Snyman – BVSc MRCVS

Register all kinds of pets at Heathfield Vets

Gerald Stam Vet at Heathfield Vets

Gerald Stam – BVSc GP Cert (ENDO) MRCVS – Vet

Hello, I’m Gerald.

I qualified from vet school in South Africa in 1987 and then worked as a vet during my army service. My first job was in a city practice in Kempton Park. I knew I wanted to work in a mixed practice, so after 9 months we moved to the West Free State town of Bultfontein.

Close

Gerald Stam – BVSc MRCVS – Vet

Hello, I’m Gerald.

I qualified from vet school in South Africa in 1987 and then worked as a vet during my army service. My first job was in a city practice in Kempton Park. I knew I wanted to work in a mixed practice, so after 9 months we moved to the West Free State town of Bultfontein.

Here my work consisted mainly of dairy, beef, sheep herds and pet animals, with the odd bit of game work mixed in.

After four years I sold my practice to move to the Eastern Cape, to the town of Humansdorp. My main work was pet animals with a few dairy and beef herds to look after. Four years later my wife and I decided to move abroad.

My first UK job was in Sevenoaks where I worked for 18 months. An opportunity of practice ownership opened up in Essex and here, together with my business partners, we ran our surgery for 12 years. This is where I did numerous personal development courses in pursuit of my main interests, which included canine and feline medicine, abdominal and cardiac ultrasound, soft tissue surgery and oncology (both advanced surgery and chemotherapy treatments).

I was one of the students to complete the first UK based course in Endoscopy and Endosurgery and have gone on to obtain a postgraduate GP Certificate in Endoscopy and Endosurgery. This is a new and exciting field in veterinary science at present.

My wife Roulé and I have 2 daughters, who are currently at university.

Growing up my hobbies were all very doggie related where I did obedience and attack work training and some tracking trails with German Sheperds, Dobermanns and Border Collies. We have downsized our dog to a long-haired Chihuahua called Teddy.

I enjoy skiing in the winter and waterskiing in the summer.

Gerald Stam – BVSc MRCVS

Gerald Stam Vet consulting at Heathfield

Nursing Team
Vicky Farrant Head Nurse

Vicki Farrant – Head Vet Nurse (RVN)

Hi, my name is Vicki and I am Head Nurse at Heathfield Vets.

I grew up on a dairy farm and then married a dairy farmer – we now live on my husband’s family farm in Waldron.

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Vicki Farrant – RVN and Head Vet Nurse

Hi, my name is Vicki and I am Head Nurse at Heathfield Vets.

I have two daughters, one dog called Dottie, a cat called Dexter and 9 sheep which we bottle fed from lambs – we seem to collect more each year!

I have worked in the practice for a while and have seen many changes. I started working in reception and was then lucky enough to be offered work experience with the nurses. I then became a trainee veterinary nurse.

When I started at the practice we were a small and large animal practice, so as well as the many duties I do today I also got the opportunity to help with cow caesareans, horse x-rays and castrations. After completing my nurse training, I was promoted to Head Nurse which I very much enjoyed for a few years, before having my first daughter and returning to work part-time. I have worked part-time since having my second daughter a few years later.

I am now back in the role of Head Nurse, working with a fantastic team here at Heathfield Vets. Being a nurse has so many varied responsibilities and each day is never the same. I help with operations, monitor anaesthetics, help with taking x-rays, ultrasounds and doing scopes, clean teeth, take blood samples, care for patients and do a lot of cleaning!

I also have my role of Head Nurse to fulfil, sorting rotas, leading team meetings, processing insurance claim and general running of the hospital.

I very much enjoy my job and love working in a practice that is forward thinking and always pushing to use the latest techniques and up-to-date equipment.

Vicki Farrant – RVN – Head Vet Nurse

Jasmine Perry Vet Nurse at Heathfield Vets

Jasmine Perry – Vet Nurse (RVN)

Hello, I’m Jasmine.

I have grown up in East Sussex and I had a passion for animals from a young age. I joined the team at Heathfield Vets as a student in November 2016.

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Jasmine Perry – Vet Nurse

Hello, I’m Jasmine.

I have grown up in East Sussex and I had a passion for animals from a young age. I joined the team at Heathfield Vets as a student in November 2016 and qualified with a degree in Veterinary Nursing in July 2017. I enjoy all aspects of small animal nursing but I am especially fond of nurse consultations and anaesthesia.

I love cats and recently became the Cat Advocate for the Practice as part of becoming a cat-friendly practice here at Heathfield Vets. Along with the team, I take extra pride in making sure your cats have a comfortable and stress-free visit!

In my free time I enjoy walking and spending time at the coast. I have a dog and a very pretty cat!

I hope to continue to expand my knowledge and am planning to become a pet bereavement adviser.

Jasmine Perry – Vet Nurse, Heathfield Vets

Jason Main - student Vet Nurse at Heathfield Vets

Jason Main – Vet Nurse (RVN)

Hello, I’m Jason.

I joined Heathfield Vets in August 2015 as a nursing assistant and began my vet nurse training at Plumpton college in September 2016 – I am now qualified.

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Jason Main – Student Vet Nurse

Hi, I’m Jason.

I joined Heathfield Vets in August 2015 as a nursing assistant and began my vet nurse training at Plumpton college in September 2016 – I am now qualified.

I grew up and am still living in a small village called Scaynes Hill about 30mins away. I have a Labrador cross called Bella and a tabby cat called Fergus. I also have two Australian parakeets.

Horse riding is an activity I really enjoy. I have been having horse riding lessons for about 6 years now and got to the stage were I am having cross country and showjumping lessons.

Jason Main – Vet Nurse (RVN)

Rosie Bourne Student Vet Nurse at Heathfield Vets

Rosie Bourne – Student Vet Nurse

Hello, I’m Rosie.

I joined Heathfield Vets in April 2016 as an Animal Nursing Assistant. In September 2017 I started my 3 year training course as a veterinary nurse at Plumpton College.

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Rosie Bourne – Student Vet Nurse

Hi, I’m Rosie.

I joined Heathfield Vets in April 2017 as a Animal Nursing Assistant.

In September 2017 I started my 3 year training course as a veterinary nurse at Plumpton College.

I lived in Heathfield for most of my life but now live locally with my Spaniel Cross, Boris, tabby cat, Nellie, and guinea pig, Truffles.

Rosie Bourne – Student Vet Nurse

Georgia Breacher Student Vet Nurse at Heathfield Vets

Georgia Breacher – Student Vet Nurse

Hello, I’m Georgia.

I grew up in Chandlers Ford, Hampshire and went to Sparsholt College in Winchester where I studied equine management.

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Georgia Breacher – Student Vet Nurse

Hello, I’m Georgia.

Hello, my name is Georgia. I grew up in Chandlers Ford, Hampshire and went to Sparsholt College in Winchester where I studied equine management.

I have a very horse orientated background having grown up with them and worked for top international riders.

I moved to Mayfield with my boyfriend after college and started working at Heathfield Vets as a kennel assistant. I am now training to be a veterinary nurse.

I have a pet chinchilla called Coco who loves to be cuddled in the evenings in front of the TV. I hope to have a canine companion join my family in the near future.

Georgia Breacher – Student Vet Nurse, Heathfield Vets

Sophie Walker - Kennel Assistant with Heathfield Vets

Sophie Walker – Kennel Assistant

Hello, I’m Sophie.

After moving to the local area, I joined the Heathfield Vets team as a Kennel Assistant in April 2020.

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Sophie Walker – Kennel Assistant

Hello, I’m Sophie.

After moving to the local area, I joined the Heathfield Vets team as a Kennel Assistant in April 2020.

I have always had a passion for animal care and biology and after completing my Animal Biology degree I realised that Veterinary Nursing was the perfect career to combine both of my interests.

I grew up in the Lake District so I enjoy being outside. I do a lot of walking and scentwork training with my Lagotto, Hera. I also like to relax by doing crochet and I plan to make a mini Hera soon.

Sophie Walker – Kennel Assistant, Heathfield Vets

Reception Team
Grace Coveney Reception at Heathfield Vets

Grace Coveney – Head Receptionist

Hello I’m Grace,

I started working as a receptionist at Heathfield vets in August 2018.

I’ve previously worked in customer service and client based roles so working with pets has been a new and exciting challenge.

Close

Grace Coveney – Reception

Hello I’m Grace,

I started working as a receptionist at Heathfield vets in August 2018.

I’ve previously worked in customer service and client based roles so working with pets has been a new and exciting challenge.

I grew up in Essex and Hampshire and moved to Sussex after completing my University Studies in Canterbury. I love travelling and have spent a lot of time in South East Asia and the US.

I recently moved to Heathfield from the coast and love spending time outdoors. I’ve always adored animals and currently have a chubby hamster called Rocky, I hope to add some doggy friends in the near future.

Grace Coveney – Receptionist at Heathfield Vets

Sue Evans Reception at Heathfield Vets

Sue Evans – Reception

Hello, I’m Sue.

I first met my husband Paul as a pen friend, during the Gulf War. We married in 1992, and have two teenage boys. I have been with Heathfield Vets since 2002 and am one of the receptionists.

Close

Sue Evans – Reception

Hello, I’m Sue.

I first met my husband Paul as a pen friend, during the Gulf War.

We married in 1992, and have two teenage boys.

I have been with Heathfield Vets since 2002 and am one of the receptionists.

I have a black cocker spaniel called Harvey, who is 16 and is very much a food lover!

Sue Evans – Receptionist at Heathfield Vets

Rebekah Shaw - Receptionist Heathfield Vets

Rebekah Shaw – Reception

Hello I’m Rebekah,

I started working as a receptionist at Heathfield vets in February 2019.

I previously worked for an airline as cabin crew, so my new role is completely different and has been an exciting challenge.

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Rebekah Shaw – Reception

Hello my name is Rebekah.
I joined the team here at Heathfield Vets in February 2019. I previously
worked for an airline as cabin crew so my new role is completely different
and has been an exciting challenge.
I grew up in Congleton, Cheshire before moving to Staffordshire, where I met
my husband in 2009. We moved to Eastbourne for a new life by the sea!
In my spare time I enjoy working out in the gym and walking along the
promenade.
We don’t have any pets just yet, but are hoping to have a little doggy once
we own our own home!

 

Rebekah Shaw – Receptionist at Heathfield Vets

Support Team
Donne Stam Practice Manager

Donné Stam – Practice Manager

Hello, I’m Donné.

After being a veterinary receptionist for some time in a busy small animal practice in Essex, I joined the Heathfield Vets team as Practice Manager in 2016 after completing my university studies.

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Donné Stam – Practice Manager

Hello, I’m Donné.

After being a veterinary receptionist for some time in a busy small animal practice in Essex, I joined the Heathfield Vets team as Practice Manager in 2016 after completing my university studies.

You will often find me darting around between reception, the hospital and my desk upstairs, mostly working behind the scenes to make sure everything is running smoothly and that the team has what it needs to provide the excellent level of client service and patient care we pride ourselves on!

I absolutely adore animals, and when I get a spare minute (not every often, mind you!), you’ll find me in reception, saying hello to the pets that are coming in for consults – I love hearing about how our clients came to own their pets and hearing about their little quirks at home.

I’m counting down the days until I am not in rented accommodation so that I can get my own pets, although I am having a hard time convincing my fiancé that four dogs and a large breed cat is a good idea – hopefully with time he will come around to it!

Donné Stam – Practice Manager, Heathfield Vets

Deb Batkin Accounts at Heatfield Vets

Deborah Batkin – Accounts

Hello, I’m Deb.

When I was 16, I asked to ‘see practice’ with Heathfield during my school holidays, little knowing that I was destined to become one of our longest serving staff members.

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Deborah Batkin – Accounts

Hello, I’m Deb.

When I was 16, I asked to ‘see practice’ with Heathfield during my school holidays, little knowing that I was destined to become one of our longest serving staff members.

Starting with a part-time evening position in 1988, I soon transferred to become a full time day receptionist.

After a further 6 years, I became the practice book-keeper – achieving my qualification with the Institute of Book-keepers.

I married in May 2000 and live in Herstmonceux, with my husband Richard and our two sons Thomas and Samuel.

We have one Springer Spaniel who is 5 years old and behaves like a mischievous teenager! He has been nicknamed JCB by my boys (Joe Crazy Batkin!). We also enjoy the countryside and are keen lovers of wildlife.

Deborah Batkin – Accounts

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