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Mark Colson BVSc
Senior Veterinarian – Geraldine and Fairlie
Mark graduated from Massey in 1981. He has ‘vetted’ in the outback of Australia, pregnancy tested cows in India, sailed the Indian Ocean, spent a number of years in mixed practice in the UK and settled in Geraldine in 1990. Over this time he has gained a great depth and breadth of experience in large and small animals enjoying the variety the job brings."Over the years the farming scene and pet health have changed dramatically and I am always aware of the need to exceed the new requirements and needs of my clients". |
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Aaron McCullough B.V.Sc
Veterinarian – Geraldine and Fairlie
Aaron graduated from Massey University in 2001. Since then he has worked in intensive mixed animal practice in New Zealand (North Canterbury and Waikato) and the U.K. Aaron spent 2 years traveling (of which his favourite country was Laos in Asia) before returning to his home town of Geraldine in 2007.
His family sheep and beef farm is in Rangitata only 10 minutes from Geraldine.
Aaron enjoys all aspects of his veterinary work. He is very interested in helping farmers to improve on farm efficiency and profitability through monitoring programmes to help improve animal health and performance. These programmes identify areas on farm which help to improve reproductive performance, reduce mastitis incidence etc. thereby increasing farm revenue.
Aaron also has a strong interest in orthpaedic surgery in cats and dogs.
For leisure Aaron enjoys fishing, scuba diving for crayfish, white water kayaking, mountain biking, running, squash and the odd quiet beer with a few friends. |
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Meg Catherwood BVSc
Veterinarian – Geraldine
Meg graduated from Massey University in 1993, and has since worked in mixed animal practices in NZ and the UK. She started working and managing the Fairlie Vet Centre in 1999. When servicing Fairlie and the MacKenzie Basin she travels some of NZ's most spectacular scenery. Clients and staff alike always value Meg's enthusiasm and brightness towards her work. 'I am particularly interested in large animal vetting and always have time to have a yarn with our clients'. Meg is on the committee of the Sheep and Beef Society of the NZVA. |
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Glenda Kellahan B.V.Sc
Veterinarian – Geraldine and Fairlie
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Carol Seaton
Vet Nurse / Receptionist – Geraldine
Carol is a long-standing member of Aorangi Vets who enjoys all aspects of the job. After all this time, she is still working on the art of organising the vets. During her weekends Carol enjoys hunting and fishing – in contrast to saving animals. Basketball, golf, gardening and running a cattery keep her busy. Its a wonder she has time for work! |
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Sheryll Pratley
Vet Nurse / Receptionist – Geraldine
Sheryll is the theatre and hospital nurse at the Geraldine Vet Centre and deals with in-hospital patients and assists with surgeries. She holds a certificate in Animal Science and Technology that helps in understanding the reasons behind treatments and routines.An experienced horsewoman, Sheryll holds both A & H Pony Club certificates and rides most weekends, when she is not looking after her 5 cats, 2 dogs and ‘Maggot’ the magpie. “I have always loved working with animals, coming from a farming background, and the job gives me lots of challenges”. |
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Rachel Wilson B.Sc
Reception; Vet Nurse – Geraldine
Rachel has recently joined our staff at Geraldine as a part time Reception/Vet Nurse.
You will meet Rachel at the Geraldine Clinic on Saturday mornings, Tuesday & Thursday afternoons & when filling in for staff who are away. |
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