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Did you know we now have three internationally-recognised eye specialists focused on delivering expert treatment in its highly-regarded ophthalmology service? A double success for two of our ophthalmologists means we can now boast one of the strongest ophthalmology teams in the UK. Andra-Elena Enache and Savina Gogova have both been recognised as European Specialists in…

EBVS® European Specialist in Small Animal Surgery Nicola Kulendra has been admitted to the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Fellowship for 2021. The Fellowship aims to advance veterinary standards by providing a resource of independent knowledge to the profession. Nicola was admitted for her meritorious contributions to clinical practice. Professor Séverine Tasker, Chief Medical…

We’re delighted to announce the expansion of our dermatology service with the appointment of a new Specialist. ECVD diplomate Tatiana Lima joins us, with a wealth of global experience dating back more than 16 years. Tatiana graduated from the University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, Portugal in 2005. She worked for more than 10 years…

At North Downs Specialist Referrals, the health, safety and wellbeing of our staff, visitors and clients remains our number one priority. Throughout the pandemic, we have continued to deliver exceptional care to patients whilst doing our part to reduce the spread of Covid. In light of the recent government announcement and the gradual easing of…

The team at our hospital has gone above and beyond for charity by completing the Route 66 virtual challenge last month. The team travelled a whopping 4,287 miles throughout May, almost double the distance required of the challenge, raising £1,446 for Kent-based charity, Last Chance Animal Rescue. Nicola Kulendra, European Specialist in Small Animal Surgery,…

We are delighted to announce we have just launched our first recognised programme to train veterinary specialists. We are introducing the in-house programme as part of an ‘exciting progression and vision for the hospital’, enabling it to provide even greater care for patients and support for colleagues. The first course will be overseen by Jodie…

We’re delighted to announce we’ve added another Specialist to our industry-leading internal medicine team. Massive congratulations to Paula Valiente who passed her exams to become an EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine. Paula’s exam success sees her complete a journey which began when she first joined NDSR as an intern in 2016, having moved to…

To coincide with Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month we’ve announced the implementation of an innovative new nursing structure which we believe will enable positive career pathways and provide ‘gold standard’ support for our 90-strong nursing team here at NDSR. This pioneering new model places a real emphasis on work-life balance, defined career progression and the overall…

The whole team at NDSR are gearing up to take on the Route 66 virtual challenge this April, all in the name of charity. All employees will together take on a 2,280-mile road trip to raise much-needed funds for Kent-based charity, Last Chance Animal Rescue. Nicola Kulendra, NDSR’s European Specialist in Small Animal Surgery, said taking…