Here at Local Vets, we have an amazing team of committed, talented and enthusiastic staff.
Here is a brief introduction to the team...
Ruby and George
Practice Owners
Ruby and George are the backbone and foundation of the practice.
Their passion for animals stems from years of hands-on experience with their own animals at home.
They set out with a vision to be better, they based this practice around their past experiences with other vets and pioneered ways to make it better.
Jade
Operations Manager
Jade has a lengthy history demonstrating her love for animals; when she was just 14, she started her first job as a stable hand at her local equine center and later on in life, she volunteered at her local animal sanctuary and dog rescue kennels. On the flip side of this, Jade holds a Level 2 Business and Administration Degree and has worked in customer service/ administration for many years; having worked for solicitors and large manufacturers.
Jade has 2 dogs of her own and understands how important it is that our furry friends get the very best treatment.
Rumen
MRCVS
Rumen graduated from Trakia University in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria as a Veterinary Surgeon in 1988. Anyone who knows Rumen, knows that his passion is for Bull Breeds and he has spent his career building a clear picture of this.
He is part of multiple schemes and programs which promote the health and wellbeing of dogs, particularly Brachiocephalic Breeds. He is part of the Camberidge approved boas assessor and other bulldog health programs which focuses on bettering the breed standards for the health of the animals.
In his free time, Rumen enjoys being out in the fresh air or taking trips with his family.
Daniel
MRCVS
I always wanted to be a vet and in my university years, I worked and volunteered in different clinics where my mentors inspired me to be the best vet I could be, they always believed in me and pushed me to be my best.
I graduated in 2019 from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Bucharest. I practiced as a vet for a year while volunteering in a local animal shelter in Romania, there I worked as part of a neutering program.
In 2020 I finally made another dream come true and moved to the UK because I knew it was the best place to develop my skills as a vet, get the right experience and share my love for animals with others. After working in a busy GP practice I decided to join Local Vets to focus more on brachycephalic medicine and more complex procedures.
In my spare time, I love exploring new places, traveling around the country, hiking, and meeting new people, I am really looking forward to meeting all the pets and clients at Local Vets.
Noemi
MRCVS
Noemi decided to be a vet when she was only 4 years old. She was preparing to be a vet during her whole education. She spent 5.5 years at the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest. She volunteered every summer in small animal hospitals in Hungary. She is interested in soft tissue surgery, dermatology, exotics pets and internal medicine. She has done several pharmacology courses this year and she will complete a soft tissue surgery and abdominal ultrasound course later this year. She is very passionate about animals welfare and rights and she is always happy to help you and your pets.
Luana
MRCVS
I studied veterinary medicine at the university of Agricultural Sciences and veterinary medicine of Cluj- Napoca, Romania this is were is graduated in July 2020. After graduation I decided to move to the UK to test myself in a different country. Here I worked in public health were I mainly dealt with animal welfare and food safety. My dream then came true as I started to work in small animal practices, I am very passionate about my job and I have a particular interest in ophthalmology and dermatology. Outside of work I enjoy travelling, reading and spending time with my family and beloved cat Louie!
Alice
RVN
Alice studied at Rodbaston College and graduated as a Vet Nurse in 2019. Alice is most passionate about animal behaviour and is due to undergo an Applied Animal Behaviour course in 2021. Alice is also in charge of our in house IDEXX Laboratory and is an advocate for the importance of their diagnostic capabilities.
Alice spends all her free time with her horse ‘Llama’, she has always been an avid equestrian and enjoys summer evenings spent hacking out with friends.
Shell
RVN
Shell studied at Rodbaston College and has over 20 years of experience under her belt. She is most passionate about client care and animal behaviour having taken several courses to better understand animals and pass this knowledge onto pet owners. Shell likes to do both the surgical side and the customer facing side of nursing and is available for behavioural consults at our Oldbury branch.
Shell has 2 beloved cats called Baily and Doc and a Harry the terrier mix.
Emma
Student Nurse
Emma is currently studying at Rodbaston College, this is her first year with us as a student nurse but has spent the last 6 months with us as an animal technician. Her love of animals runs very deep having started her working career as a riding instructor.
Emma hopes to work in emergency and critical care once she qualifies as an RVN.
In her spare time, she goes out riding on her horse Misty.
Hayley
Receptionist
Hayley has always had a passion for animals and animal care; she has previously volunteered at animal shelters in her spare time and wants to continue her passion by furthering her career in a veterinary environment. Hayley comes from a customer service and administration background and loves being in an environment where she can do this and see all the beautiful pets at the same time.
Sophie
Receptionist
Sophie has only been with us a short time but is a vital part of our administration and reception team. She has a background as a medical receptionist, so truly understands the ins and outs of making the client and patients visit with us as smooth as possible. Sophie hopes to expand her administrative role with us and takes a keen interest in our marketing and social media.
Olivia
Receptionist
Olivia has always had a passion for caring. She is currently studying childcare at college. She works here part time and plays a critical part in keeping our practice safe and clean for all our patients.
