Dr. Karim Chammas
BVSc. MANZCVS (Feline)
Head Veterinarian
Practice Manager
Karim graduated from the University of Sydney in 2009. He has worked in several busy small animal practices in Sydney’s North West. Karim has undertaken further studies in ultrasound, radiology, oncology and feline medicine. He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Feline Medicine.
Karim really enjoys developing lasting relationships with clients often built on trust and a common goal to better the well-being of animals. He has an equal appreciation of both medicine and surgery and views them as complementary in a successful outcome to many disease processes.
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Karim has owned many dogs, cats, turtles and fish. As a result of his last dog Cleopatra, he has developed a soft spot for Shih Tzu’s. Currently his revolving zoo includes a rescued bird and 3 fat guinea pigs.
Dr. Shing Lee
BVSc (Hons 1)
BBus (Hons 2)
Veterinarian
Coming Soon!
Dr. Rainer Sher
BVSc, BAnVetBioSc
Veterinarian
Coming Soon!
Dr. Tanni Sima
BVB DVM
Veterinarian
Tanni graduated from The University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Veterinary Biology and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2022. She has always loved animals growing up and together with her partner, they have a Cavoodle puppy and a cheeky galah.
She loves all aspects of general practice veterinary medicine especially small animal medicine and surgery and is excited to join Beecroft Vet to provide best care for furry companions.
She offers consultation in both English and Mandarin. When she’s not at work, Tanni enjoys coastal walks, ballet and gardening.
Dr. Yi Fei Choong
BVB DVM
Veterinarian
Fei recently graduated from University of Sydney (2024) with a Bachelor of Veterinary Bioscience and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (BVB/DVM). She was born and raised in Malaysia before coming to Australia for university.
Fei's particular interests are in diagnostic imaging and surgery (especially soft tissue surgery). She is passionate about providing the best care for animals and loves building strong bonds with both clients and their pets. Fei believes ensuring great animal welfare is the key to strengthening those relationships and helping pets live their happiest, healthiest lives.
She is also fluent in Mandarin (and a little bit of Cantonese), which can be used in consults. When Fei is not working, you can find her doing pilates, playing sports (badminton, pickleball), or travelling!
Caroline Jackson
Veterinary Nurse
(Cert IV)
Head Nurse
Caroline was born and bred in NZ, joining the Veterinary world around 2005 with a small animal hospital in NZ. Qualifying through Otago polytechnic in 2009.
Her love for Vet Nursing has only been reinforced by the experiences she has had and skills she learnt from dedicated Vets and Nurses along the way. From NZ, Norfolk Island, Sydney, Darwin and again now Sydney!
Caroline loves spending time with her hubby and their beautiful 6yr old Border Collie called Ezio, whilst enjoying the outdoors, fishing, gardening and travelling.
Caroline has interests in Animal Behaviour, specifically being 'their voice.' “There’s no greater accomplishment than the feeling when you’ve made a difference in an animal's life”.
She loves to provide the best care and love for all of our pawbabies that she is capable of!
Emily Bennett
Veterinary Nurse
(Cert IV)
Emily found her love for animals at a young age having grown up with dogs, cats, birds and horses. She graduated from Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2015. Emily has more than 5 years industry experience.
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Emily volunteered at an animal rescue clinic in London in 2019 and loves participating in RSPCA'S fundraisers especially the Million Paws Walk.
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In her spare time, Emily likes to do anything that gets her outdoors and active. Her favourite thing to do is going to the beach accompanied by Rex her Border Collie.
Isabella Mackintosh
Veterinary Nurse
(Cert IV)
Bella has grown up with animals her whole life from cats and dogs, to rabbits and guinea pigs, chickens and recently a few reptiles. At the moment she has a domestic short haired cat called Nutmeg, a German Shepherd called Max, a Bearded Dragon called Acorn, a Pygmy Bearded Dragon called Yoshi and a Thick Tailed Gecko called Nyv.
Bella has completed her Cert II in Animal Studies, and is now completing her Cert III in Animals Studies Multi Species course and next year she is hopefully going to start her Cert IV in Vet Nursing.
In her spare time, Bella is either out of the house taking Max on walking trails or chilling with her animals at home.
Diana Gent
Veterinary Nurse
(Cert IV)
Diana completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2022.
Diana is very passionate about all aspects of her job and patient care but is particularly interested in anaesthesia and dermatology.
For Diana, there is nothing more rewarding than seeing a furry patient going home with their families, feeling a million times better than when they first arrived at the vet.
Further education is also very important to her as she continues to learn and expand on her nursing knowledge to ensure that she is giving the best care to the patients at Beecroft.
When she's not working, you'll find her hanging out with her cat - Quilt (former Beecroft Vet adoption kitten), reading, baking, and trying out new cafes and restaurants in Sydney.
Olivia Tanna
Veterinary Nurse
(Cert IV)
Olivia attained her Certificate IV in Vet Nursing in July 2022 and has been a part of the Beecroft team since her first day of work placement for her Certificate II in Animal Studies in October 2019!
She has always been around animals and owned pets of all shapes and sizes, from rabbits to a horse. Olivia's favourite aspect of nursing is forming bonds with sick patients while aiding them back to health.
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Olivia enjoys doing anything outdoors in her spare time, from swimming and other water-related activities to horse riding with her coworker(s) Dominique and Marissa. She also enjoys the company of her spoilt and therefore slightly temperamental golden retriever Max!
Lisa Teh
Veterinary Nurse
(Cert IV)
Lisa’s love of animals and interest in small animal medicine found herself in becoming a Veterinary Nurse. She has a particularly soft spot for her feline friends and has fostered many kittens and cats for rescue organisations.
Lisa currently has two spoilt cats who have her wrapped around their little paw. Lisa is very excited to meet all the local animals and residents at Beecroft!
Julie Ui
Veterinary Nurse
(Cert IV)
Coming Soon!
Zakia Sahib
Veterinary Nurse
(Cert IV)
Coming Soon!
Evette Khaziran
Animal Attendant
Evette has always had a strong passion for surrounding herself and working with animals, which has been her driving force throughout her academic journey. Evette is currently in her Honours year studying a Bachelor of Science and Advanced Studies: Animal and Veterinary Bioscience at the University of Sydney.
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After witnessing firsthand, the significant negative impact of the lack of veterinary services in our rural communities during her volunteer work in the Capertee Valley, NSW, Evette’s love for livestock and dedication to the betterment of their health and welfare drives her pursuit of a career in veterinary medicine, specialising in large animals.
In her free time, Evette loves to travel, especially when discovering new places with her two beagles, Toby and Maya.
Ella Bosworth
Animal Attendant
Ella has always had a strong love and passion for forming bonds and spending time with animals. Even when she wasn’t able to own any animals herself, she would go over to her neighbour's or friend's house and spend all her time with their pets.
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Once Ella got older, she adopted birds, who she grew very close to. She would play around the house with her birds, as well as her dog, Marlow, who she loves to take on adventures to the beach and have warm cuddles with.
Ella is currently enrolled in a Vet Nursing Course in TAFE, and is excited to continue her education into animal care.
Ryan Hoens
Animal Attendant
Ryan is currently in Year 12. Growing up he has always been surrounded by animals from dogs to horses and livestock. From a young age Ryan knew he had a special connection with animals, people often referring to him as the “animal whisperer”. This has remained throughout his teen years as he participated in events such as the Ag Show Team at his school leading and caring for cows and sheep.
Ryan also currently owns a Mini Foxie named Teejay and a Tenterfield Terrier named Toby. They are his absolute world, and he could not imagine life without them!
Outside of work, Ryan loves spending time with the dogs, bushwalking, bike riding, being outdoors and anything to do with STEM.
Yoyo Wu
Animal Attendant
Coming Soon!
Maddison Pidd
Receptionist
Maddie has always loved and had a passion for animals. It was always a goal of hers to work in the animal industry!
When not at work Maddie enjoy pilates, spending time with her dachshund Frankie, reading and looking after foster kittens!