Dr. Sue Lapham

Veterinarian

Having graduated from UQ in 1985, I have been a fulltime veterinarian for over thirty years, having been grounded by my first four years as a country vet  in Roma, followed by ten years in Toowoomba.

In 2008 I returned to Indooroopilly , the suburb where I grew up , and purchased the Indooroopilly Veterinary Clinic from Dr. Ray Barbero, who had owned it from the early 1970's, when it was one of the original vet clinics in Brisbane.   In 2017 I joined a private group of practices called Vetpartners, which now frees me up from some of the back room jobs to concentrate on my profession, and will ensure that this iconic vet clinic can continue as it has previously to continue providing personalized vet care to the families of the western suburbs for many years to come.     

I enjoy working with all species and have a wide range of experience in surgery and medicine including emergencies. It also gives me  a great deal of satisfaction to work as the manager and to mentor so many wonderful veterinary nurses over the years. 

My own pets are Patsy the Labrador and another beautiful Labrador , Jessie, from whom we hope to breed one day soon. Sadly we lost our cat Sophie to oral cancer a few years ago , but we hope for another cat to "find" us soon.

Dr Sue Lapham featured in the Companion Magazine which goes out to all ASAVA (Australian Small Animal Veterinary Association) members.  The ASAVA is a special interest group of the Australia Veterinary Association (AVA) and is the largest group within the AVA. Click here to have a read.

Dr Sue Lapham is a current member of the AVA (Australian Veterinary Association), ASAVA (the largest special interest group of the AVA for Veterinarians with a focus on small animals) and the AVA Dental Group.

Theresa Matheson

Veterinarian

Hi, I am very excited to have joined the wonderful team of vets and nurses at Indooroopilly Vet Surgery.

I graduated from UQ in St Lucia in 1997, and stayed on working locally in the area at a large small animal practice until 2005 (apart from a 2 year stint working in London at 2 very busy clinics).  In 2006 after a couple of years studying hard on weekends and evenings, plus spending time in a specialist clinic, I was pleased to pass my examinations to obtain membership in the Australian and NZ college of Veterinary Scientists in the field of Small Animal Surgery.  I have always had a passion for surgery and enjoy helping injured pets back to normal function. 

For the following 6 years I was a practice manager and busy veterinarian at a clinic on Brisbane's south-side, and worked hard to develop my veterinary skills on the many and varied cases.  In 2012 I started my own business offering advanced surgical procedures to vet clinics across Brisbane along with providing locum veterinary services to help vets out with holiday and sick leave.  While this gave me some wonderful opportunities to work with a huge number of different vets, I missed the connection and relationships that develop with clients and their fur babies when working in a single clinic.  Lucky for me a position became available at Indooroopilly, a clinic which I have worked at intermittently over the last few years, and I jumped at the chance to be part of the team and help the dedicated and loving pet parents that entrust us with their pets vet care. 

I have a high spirited and affectionate Devon Rex cat called Nero, who enjoys running around the house like a lunatic and playing fetch.  When I have a weekend off I like to head off into the bush with a group of people on a long walk, often camping in some of the remote areas of regional South East Queensland. 

Dr. Cathy Fodor

Veterinarian

I joined the practice part-time in 2006 and currently work two to three days a week. Having grown up in Brisbane and graduating from University of Queensland in 1989, I spent a few years in mixed practice in North Queensland and then I ran my own mixed practice at Bellbowrie. 

Since having a family, I have worked in practices in the local area as well as looking after the ponies at the Pony Riding for Disabled at Pinjarra Hills. 

My interests are problem-solving canine and feline medicine and dermatology cases, periodontal disease treatment as well as  all aspects of  general practice.  I have an interest in abdominal ultrasonography.

Dr. Danielle Appay

Veterinarian

A UQ graduate, I spent my first couple of years as a new vet in my home town of Canberra. From then, I moved to the sunny tropics of Queensland, working for 3 years in South Brisbane in a large small animal hospital.

I joined the team at Indooroopilly Veterinary Clinic in 2016, and am excited to meet all our wonderful clients. Usually I help look after my parents' dog, a 2 yo Whippet called Beryl, who is full of enthusiasm and spunk. In my spare time, I enjoy cycling, and volunteer with a children's charity, visiting sick kids in hospital as well as at home.

I look forward to meeting you and your pets.

Mia Reeve-Johnson

Veterinarian

We are lucky to have an experienced veterinarian such as Mia on our team. She works part-time and has been with us for six years.   Her own gorgeous dogs pictured here are both rescue dogs, Leia, a Bull Arab Great Dane Cross and Amntla aka Puppy, a Labrador Mastiff Cross

Amber

Nurse Manager

Amber has been veterinary nursing for 16 years and has worked in Melbourne and England as well as Queensland. She has experience in practice management, puppy preschool and all aspects of nursing.

Amber has Gilbert (pictured) a very affectionate  Devon Rex cat and Polka Dot a very friendly Jack Russell Terrier. Amber loves to travel and has spent sometime overseas including a 3 month trip to Mexico. She loves to play and watch sport!

Nicole

Nurse Manager

I am a qualified , senior veterinary nurse, and have been in the industry since 2008.

Having joined the Indooroopilly team, I have a love of animals,  nursing and providing care for pets. I grew up on a hobby farm, having volunteered at Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital, been involved in pet-sitting and pet travel consultancy at Dogtainers along the way. I have gained lots of knowledge and experience with animal handling, behaviour, breeds, and their welfare, as well as customer service, which we value so highly here at Indooroopilly Vet Clinic.

Animals have always been my passion, as they brighten anyone's day.  My special interests outside of work are yoga, playing beach volleyball, and anything involving the great outdoors. I love to travel to explore new places, and also love a visit back to the hobby farm to see all the family pets.

I look forward to meeting you all and your pets.

Sue Hanson

Assistant Nurse

I have worked as a veterinary nurse since 1988 in Sydney and Brisbane and in the Indooroopilly area for 20 of those years. I have wealth of experience in the care of native animals and birds.

I joined the team at Indooroopilly Vet Clinic in 2008 and am loving the caring atmosphere of the practice and the friendliness of the clients.

Ellen

Veterinary Nurse

Ellen joined us in 2017 as an experienced senior nurse, having worked for six years in a highly regarded vet hospital in A.C.T.  She adores dogs and cats and has a wonderful caring manner with her patients. She holds a certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing.

Ellen has always had a passion for helping and being around animals, and has worked with rehoming rescued labradors. Her Devon Rex cat, Jazz , is in the photo with Ellen. 

Taryn

Hi I'm Taryn and I work 2-3 days per week. Indooroopilly Vet Clinic is family friendly so I am able to work part-time and have my little girl in day care while I work. My qualifications include Veterinary Nursing Certificate IV and my previous experience  prior to general practice includes working with emergency and critical care at the Underwood After-hours service.  

I have been working at Indooroopilly Vet Clinic for five years, during which I have enjoyed every moment. I work with such a great team of veterinarians and nurses that are very compassionate and hard working. 

I am a mother to a beautiful little girl named Eliza Rose. I also have a little fur-baby named Archibald. He is a Ragdoll- 8 years old, going on 2! But Never the less, I love him! 

I enjoy assisting Sue and all the other vets with this busy and happy veterinary practice and really enjoy veterinary dentistry and all aspects of pet care. 

Please feel comfortable to ask for me if you have any concerns relating to your pets care.   Our aim here is to offer a top class service to our clientele and their family pets.

Megan

Veterinary Nurse

I started working at Indooroopilly Vet Clinic back in 2010. Since then, I left Indooroopilly Vet Clinic for maternity leave in 2014, I have started working 2 days a week now that Perseus is over 1 year old.

I am passionate and an experienced nurse who has a high standard of patient care and always look forward to meeting new clients and their pets.

I have three cats, 2 of which are bengals, their names are Poppy, Bertram and Marvolo. I also have two dogs, one  called 'Bugalugs' and a well behaved cattle dog we rescued called Panther.

Beth

Veterinary Nurse

I started working at Indooroopilly Vet Clinic in 2009. In 2013 I decided to take my career one step further and started studying.

I mainly work on weekends and in the uni holidays, now that I am studying Veterinary Science.

I have three cats, Dottie, Evie and Sidney.  Sidney was saved from being a forgotten stray and now is a little terror!

I look forward to meeting you and your pets.

Katie Gunnell

Veterinary Nurse

Katie has been working part-time as a veterinary nurse. Having completed her course at UQ Gatton, we wish her well with her new position. She has always been valued member of the team despite being on casual hours now. Katie is always keen to learn , and  has a great attitude.  Here she is with her friend's Border Collie dog "Secret"