Meet the Team

We are dedicated to helping animals all through their lives and thrive on having a warm and family friendly atmosphere.

Scroll down to meet our team of vets, nurses and support staff. Every single person at Beaconsfield Vets is an integral part of our brilliant team.

Veterinary Surgeons

Helen Avison

Head Veterinary Surgeon & Onwer

I was brought up in East Devon and first started working in a veterinary surgery when only 12 years old as a receptionist and nurse at weekends and after school.

I qualified from the University of Bristol Vet School in 1996 with credits in medicine, surgery, and public health. This was the year of the BBC™'s ,Vet School television program and I could be seen running away from the camera on a number of occasions. My husband always complains that I could have been the Blue Peter vet if I hadn't been so camera shy.

My first job was as an assistant to Paul Snelling at Beaconsfield Veterinary Clinic. During the next 10 years, I developed my skills and pushed for considerable modernisation at the practice. In November 2006, I took over as principal veterinary surgeon. My particular interests are medicine, diagnostic imaging, and acupuncture, and I am very experienced dealing with rabbits, small furries, and birds.

I live in the village of Christon with my husband, two rescue dogs, and my horses, Wuno and Arthur. My main hobby is competitive show jumping and dressage.

Sophie Presland

Veterinary Surgeon

I qualified from Bristol University in 2010 then worked at a companion animal practice in Reading for three years before joining the Beaconsfield family in 2013.

I enjoy all aspects of veterinary work, but I am particularly interested in feline and canine geriatric medicine, and also anything chicken related! I am a qualified veterinary acupuncturist as well.

At home, I have a fluffy cat called Millie and a cocker spaniel called Gary who you may also sometimes see behind reception at the practice.

Emily Syms

Veterinary Surgeon

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Kate Ashby

Veterinary Surgeon

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Eva Jackson

Veterinary Surgeon

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Nursing Team

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Jodie Andrews

Head Veterinary Nurse, Practice Manager &

Clinical Coach

I have been at Beaconsfield Veterinary Clinic since 2008. I began my training here by completing the Animal Nursing Assistant course and then qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2012.

I enjoy all aspects of veterinary nursing, but I have a special interest in exotic animals and have completed the BSAVA Veterinary Nurse Merit Award in exotics.

I have a special interest in rabbits and have four of my own. I also have three guinea pigs, three cats, two gerbils, two cockatiels, and two dogs.

Fi Davis

Deputy Head Nurse & Clinical Coach

I started volunteering in summer 2018 and became a RVN in 2021. My veterinary interest is in anaesthesia and consults. I love to see regular clients and get to know clients and owners. In 2025 I also completed the accreditation for Dog Friendly Clinic for our practice.

At home, my partner and I have a black and white cat called Harry and a black labrador called Buddy.

In my spare time, it's not unusual for me to be travelling somewhere around the world, even if it is for the weekend!

Alison Ironside

Registered Veterinary Nurse

I originally qualified as as RVN in 2001, but after a break from nursing, I returned to nursing in March 2023.

In my spare time, I like to ride my horse as well as train and compete with my three dogs.

I compete at Crufts with my Miniature Pinschers who have won various awards over the years.

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Lauren Nulty

Student Veterinary Nurse

I joined Beaconsfield in February 2024 as a Student Veterinary Nurse.

I have a rescue dog called Bramble who I love to spend my spare time with, taking on new adventures!

I have loved animals all my life and completed a degree in Bio Veterinary Science in 2022 and now very excited to working as a SVN at Beaconsfield whilst I complete my training.

Chelsea Wishart

Trainee Veterinary Care Assistant

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Reception Staff

Jo Cattermole

Head Receptionist

I have worked on reception here at Beaconsfield Veterinary Clinic since 2006. I love working on reception, getting to know both our clients and their animals.

I have a dog called Winnie, who is a lively 7 month old spaniel cross. I also have two black cats, three miniature shetland ponies and two guinea pigs...I have no room for anymore!