Meet the Team

Our people are the heart of Vet HQ. Meet the passionate team who treat every pet like family and provide trusted, lifelong care.

Double Bay Team

Dr Geoff Golovsky

Director and Head Veterinarian
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Dr Geoff Golovsky

Director and Head Veterinarian

Katherine Atkinson

General Manager
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Katherine Atkinson

General Manager

Kate Fahy

People and Culture Manager
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Kate Fahy

People and Culture Manager

Dr Nicky Goldberg

Senior Veterinarian
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Dr Nicky Goldberg

Senior Veterinarian

Dr Caryn Wun

Senior Veterinarian
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Dr Caryn Wun

Senior Veterinarian

Dr Tony Knapp

Senior Veterinarian
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Dr Tony Knapp

Senior Veterinarian

Dr Polina Tan

Senior Veterinarian
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Dr Polina Tan

Senior Veterinarian

Dr Angelene Woo

Veterinarian
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Dr Angelene Woo

Veterinarian

Dr Maddie Plant

Veterinarian
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Dr Maddie Plant

Veterinarian

Dr Alexandra Norris

Veterinarian
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Dr Alexandra Norris

Veterinarian

Dr Julia Spiteri

New Graduate Veterinarian
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Dr Julia Spiteri

New Graduate Veterinarian

Jenna Luskey

Veterinary Administrative Supervisor
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Jenna Luskey

Veterinary Administrative Supervisor

Mariko Shimizu

Head Veterinary Nurse
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Mariko Shimizu

Head Veterinary Nurse

Kathryn Veale

Head Veterinary Nurse (on maternity leave)
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Kathryn Veale

Head Veterinary Nurse (on maternity leave)

Sara Tooley

Veterinary Nurse
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Sara Tooley

Veterinary Nurse

Sarah Craig

Veterinary Nurse
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Sarah Craig

Veterinary Nurse

Subongkoch (Mink) Khamyang

Veterinary Nurse
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Subongkoch (Mink) Khamyang

Veterinary Nurse

Ariella Dubb-Lynch

Veterinary Nurse
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Ariella Dubb-Lynch

Veterinary Nurse

Sami Taylor

Veterinary Nurse
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Sami Taylor

Veterinary Nurse

Lexie Kildey

Veterinary Nurse
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Lexie Kildey

Veterinary Nurse

Emily Fielden

Veterinary Nurse
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Emily Fielden

Veterinary Nurse

Lena De Ronde

Trainee Nurse
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Lena De Ronde

Trainee Nurse

Suzie Waheib

Trainee Nurse
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Suzie Waheib

Trainee Nurse

Kristie Ashworth (currently on maternity leave)

Cat Boarding Manager
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Kristie Ashworth (currently on maternity leave)

Cat Boarding Manager

Natalia Zarebska

Client Services Manager
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Natalia Zarebska

Client Services Manager

Trishla Barmecha

Customer Service Representative
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Trishla Barmecha

Customer Service Representative

Socheata Siv

Customer Service Representative
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Socheata Siv

Customer Service Representative

Jada Jenkins

Customer Service Representative
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Jada Jenkins

Customer Service Representative

Alyssa Zhou

Customer Service Representative
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Alyssa Zhou

Customer Service Representative

Erin Nathan

Customer Service Representative
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Erin Nathan

Customer Service Representative

Naoko Kojo

Grooming Manager
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Naoko Kojo

Grooming Manager

Suzuka Imai

Groomer
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Suzuka Imai

Groomer

Hiromi Sakamoto

Groomer
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Hiromi Sakamoto

Groomer

Darlinghurst Team

Dr Jessica Green

Director and Head Veterinarian
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Dr Jessica Green

Director and Head Veterinarian

Dr Elena Mitchell

Veterinarian
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Dr Elena Mitchell

Veterinarian

Dr Alex Hung

Veterinarian
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Dr Alex Hung

Veterinarian

Dr Adam Pettitt

Veterinarian
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Dr Adam Pettitt

Veterinarian

Elena Espinoza Ruiz

Head Veterinary Nurse
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Elena Espinoza Ruiz

Head Veterinary Nurse

Mia Peters

Veterinary Nurse
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Mia Peters

Veterinary Nurse

Tessa Geraghty

Veterinary Nurse
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Tessa Geraghty

Veterinary Nurse

Koichi Wakakuri

Veterinary Nurse
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Koichi Wakakuri

Veterinary Nurse

Augusta Gunn-Lynch

Customer Service Representative/Trainee Nurse
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Augusta Gunn-Lynch

Customer Service Representative/Trainee Nurse

Neta Rozen

Client Services Manager
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Neta Rozen

Client Services Manager
Comprehensive Vet Care

Trusted veterinary services all under one roof

We provide comprehensive care for every aspect of your pet’s health and happiness. From routine check-ups and vaccinations to advanced diagnostics, surgery and palliative care, our experienced team delivers thoughtful, high-quality care in-house, supporting your pet through every stage of life.

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5

We have been bringing our pets to Vet Hq in Darlinghurst for almost a decade because, simply, they are the best! Dr Jess Green treats all her patients with thoroughness, compassion and true care. The entire nursing team are also spectacular and we will not be taking our pets anywhere else as long as Vet Hq is around.

Emma Jones
Google Rating
5

The team at Vet HQ Darlinghurst are amazing! Everyone is so friendly and caring, and they really take the time to make sure your pet feels comfortable. The vets explain things clearly and you can tell they truly love animals. The clinic is clean and welcoming, and I always feel my pet is in the best hands.

Dardiles Ar
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5

Best Vet Clinic! Oh My Gosh, I owe these guys everything, if it wasn’t for this clinic, I wouldn’t have my WylieCat anymore.
My cat fell out a window, 6 storeys down to concrete, & although he didn’t break bones, he broke his insides, especially his liver. The dedication of care…

Ash Geros
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5

Thank you to Jess and the team for looking after our Winnie. Always take extra care and attention. Jess truely listens and takes consideration. Appreciate it.

Annabel Savill
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5

We had a seriously wonderful experience here. The team is so friendly, thorough in their explanations for their care, and knowledgeable. I so appreciate a doctor taking the time to educate me as an owner; there’s no better feeling than being an informed decision maker and owner. Our golden retriever, Leo, had the best care…

Jayme Decker
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5

I have had dogs from the day I was born. I’ve lost track of the number of veterinarian practices I have dealt with . Vet HQ Double Bay is the best practice ever. Full stop. From the reception staff, to the nurses, to the vets, and to Geoff – the best of the best. Look no further for the most caring team on the planet

Jimmy Pozarik
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5

Vet HQ Double Bay has been looking after our beloved Hendrix since he was just 8 weeks old—he’s now nearly 12! The level of care, support, and understanding from the entire team has been absolutely fantastic.

Leigh Minning
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5

Saw Dr Tony today for our rabbit’s vaccination and she got a mani/pedi too! Dr Tony is so experienced and handled her so beautifully

Kate Huggins
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5

I took my new puppy Zebo (golden retriever) for his 2nd vaccination and the staff made the whole experience amazing made him and myself feel relaxed and welcome! Staff our extremely knowledgeable and are there to help with any questions and worries❤️.

Oscar Dilke
Google Rating
5

Best team , my mini Schnauzer loves his treats and cuddles
He is with VetHQ since he was 8 weeks old, now he is 12 and a half years old beautiful dog . Geoff and everyone at the Clinic is dedicated and loving to our best friends

Judith Crawley

FAQs for our Vet HQ family

Who makes up the Vet HQ team?

Our team includes highly skilled veterinarians, dedicated nurses, client care specialists, management, grooming professionals, and rehabilitation experts. Each member shares a deep passion for animal health and compassionate care.

How experienced are Vet HQ’s vets and nurses?

Our vets and nurses bring decades of combined experience in small-animal medicine, surgery, dentistry, and rehabilitation. Many have pursued additional qualifications in areas such as behaviour, geriatric care, and feline medicine.

Do your team members work across both the Darlinghurst vet clinic and the Double Bay vet clinic?

Most of our staff are based at Darlinghurst or Double Bay, ensuring continuity of care and familiar faces for clients. Our leadership and specialist team members support both locations when needed.

What makes the Vet HQ team different from other veterinary practices?

We value long-term relationships, both with our clients and within our team. Many vets and nurses have been with Vet HQ for years, allowing us to provide consistent, personal, and trusted care to every pet we see.

How does Vet HQ support professional growth and learning?

Continuous education is a cornerstone of our culture. Our team attends specialist training, conferences, and internal mentoring sessions to stay at the forefront of modern veterinary medicine and client communication.

Who is Dr Geoff Golovsky and what is his role?

Dr Geoff is the founder and principal veterinarian of Vet HQ. With over 20 years of experience, he leads the team with a vision of delivering holistic, high-quality care and creating a supportive, forward-thinking workplace.

Do your team members have special interests or areas of expertise?

Yes. Our vets and nurses have special interests in fields such as dentistry, behaviour, soft-tissue surgery, internal medicine, feline health, and rehabilitation therapy, allowing us to provide a truly comprehensive service.

Are your staff trained in handling anxious or nervous pets?

Absolutely. Our team is trained in fear-free and low-stress handling techniques to ensure pets feel safe and comfortable throughout their visit, especially our feline patients in our Gold Cat Friendly accredited clinics.

Book your pet’s appointment today and experience trusted, compassionate care from our dedicated Vet HQ team