James Brown

Veterinarian & Practice Owner

James graduated from Melbourne University in 1998 and went on to work on the Flemington racetrack and Thoroughbred Stud scene around Melbourne. He met Theresa in Bunbury, WA while working as a locum during the stud season on the West coast. James and Theresa moved to the USA in 2004.

James completed specialty training in Equine Reproduction (3years in California) and then Equine Surgery (3 years in Virginia). This makes James one of just a handful of specialists in the world that is double boarded in Equine Specialty training (Diplomat of the American College of Theriogenologists and American College of Veterinary Surgeons). James worked at Virginia Tech for a further 11 years as a Faculty Surgeon and gained extensive experience in all Soft Tissue / Colic / Reproductive and Orthopaedic surgeries. James then moved to Texas and played an integral role in establishing the new veterinary school teaching program for Texas Tech University. 

James moved with his family back to Australia in 2023 when they bought the Mount Barker Veterinary Hospital and is enjoying being back home in Australia. 

James is busy with plans to build a purpose-built equine speciality referral clinic for the South West where he will be able to provide a full range of medical and surgical treatment including, colic, reproductive and orthopaedic surgery, reproductive techniques, lameness workups, advanced dentistry including dental extractions and sinus surgery along with all other routine procedures. James is passionate about providing the best and most-to-date veterinary care possible to the southwest region. 

James and Theresa have 3 boys, Hugh, Jeremy and Paul and very much enjoy living and working in the Mount Barker community. They love to rodeo, ride horses and spend time working on the farm and other outdoor activities. 

Theresa Brown

Veterinarian & Practice Owner

Theresa graduated from Murdoch University in 2002 and worked at Harradine & Assoc. as an equine veterinarian for the next few years before moving to the USA with James. 

While in California, Theresa had her own successful mobile equine service but also began to turn her hand to small animal practice. Upon moving to Virginia, Theresa worked full-time in a small private animal practice where she also completed further studies in small animal ultrasonography and advanced soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery. After moving to Texas, Theresa worked side by side with James at Texas Tech University, where she was the Director of the clinical skills program. 

Theresa and James bought Mount Barker Veterinary Hospital in 2023 where they have been busily increasing the scope of small animal medical and surgical procedures offered. Theresa still loves to help out in the equine clinic and has a keen interest in equine anaesthesia and foal medicine. 

Theresa has enjoyed being home in WA with family and friends and loves spending time on the farm and at rodeos. Otherwise, you are likely to find her in the garden or on the beach fishing with her family. 

Lesley Fantin

Veterinarian

Dr Lesley has been working at Mt Barker Veterinary Hospital on a part time basis since July 2013. She graduated from the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Masters in Wildlife Nutrition, whereby she got the opportunity to work with red pandas at the Toronto Zoo. She obtained her Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery from the Univerisity of Murdoch in 2003. Her colourful career has seen her practice in Canada, Tasmania, Queensland and throughout the Great Southern, including Albany and Manjimup.

She resides on a mixed sheep / cattle / cropping family run farm just west of Kendenup with her husband, young daughter and in-laws.

Annalise Kop

Veterinarian

We would like to introduce Dr Annalise, who made the move to the Mt Barker region and joined our team in January 2023. She completed her degree in Veterinary Science at Murdoch University. Dr Annalise has a keen interest in small animal medicine and is looking forward to getting involved in more large animal work.

In her spare time, she can be found surfing, exploring the beautiful Great Southern Region or getting involved in team sports. She has a bunny called Millie and recently adopted a cat named Evie.
 

Georgia Clement

Veterinarian

Dr Georgia is a veterinarian who joined our team on a part time basis at the start of 2022. After graduating from Murdoch in 2017, Georgia began her passion for mixed practice in Barossa, South Australia. In 2021 she travelled around Australia with her two rescue dogs, Bandit and Lissa before returning to her home town of Denmark. She loves the variety of both small and large animals but has a special interest in equine dentistry and production animals. 

In her time off she will be out trail riding on her horse Angus, paddling to catch a wave or trying her luck at fishing. Then unwinding with a glass of wine with the dogs and Mavis her cat she found as a kitten in her garden. 
 

Miles Nye-Chart

Veterinarian

Miles is the former owner of the Mt Barker Veterinary Hospital and handed over the reins to new owners in September 2023 to start his new semi retired lifestyle. Miles will still be working in the clinic one day a week. Miles completed his veterinary studies at Murdoch University, graduating with a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery with honours in 1990. He studied as a mature age student after working for some years as a stock inspector in the Northern Territory, where he was involved in eradicating Tuberculosis and Brucellosis in buffalo and cattle. Miles initially studied at Queensland Agricultural College in Gatton and has a certificate in Animal Husbandry and an Associate Diploma in Stock and Meat Inspection.

Miles moved to Mt Barker on completing his veterinary degree and has been here ever since. His areas of special interest include equine dentistry, equine reproduction and beef production. During his down time Miles' personal interests include fishing, camp drafting and going camping.