Surgery Staff
Alan Rhodes. BVet.Med. MRCVS.
Veterinary Surgeon
Alan qualified from the London Veterinary School in 1975. He worked in a mixed practice in Nuneaton before joining his father at the practice here in 1976.
His aim, working alongside his father, was to provide a complete veterinary service for clients and pets, and to promote pet healthcare in the area. In 1988 he took sole charge of the practice, after his father retired.
He has an interest in orthopaedic surgery and radiography, and has been actively involved with the BVA, SPVS and past president of SEMVA. He enjoys rugby and can often be seen down at Franklins Gardens, home of the Northampton Saints rugby team. He also enjoys a game of Golf.
Kelly Wright MA.Vet.MB Cert SAS M.R.C.V.S
Veterinary Surgeon
Kelly qualified from Cambridge Veterinary School in 2001. She joined the practice in October 2004 after working in mixed practices in Leicestershire and Oxfordshire. She has a particular interest in soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery.
She gained her certificate in Small Animal Surgery SAS in September 2008. This represents several years of advanced study and experience, and expands the the range of surgical procedures and expertise that the practice can offer.
Out of work Kelly enjoys travel, especially holidays to go scuba diving, cinema, cooking and reading.
Ed Whittle MA.Vet.MB. M.R.C.V.S
Veterinary Surgeon
Ed joined the practice in June 2007 after 2 years working in mixed practice in the Peak District. Since leaving the cows and sheep behind he has been developing his interest in small animal medicine and surgery. Outside work he is kept busy by his boisterous Border Terrier, visiting friends and family.
Sonya Eastaugh BVet. Med. MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Sonya qualified from the Royal Verterinary College in London 2002. She joned the practice in August 2008, after working in practices in Norfolk, Sussex and Australia.
Sonya last year gained a General Pactitioner Certificate in Feline Practice. and has a keen interest in Exotic animals especially Reptiles.
In her spare time she enjoys Wildlife Photography, running, dancing and travelling. As well as spending time with her dog Indie and her two tortoises.