Meet the Team

George Packer BVSc MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

George graduated from the University of Liverpool in 1995.

After graduation, George worked in small animal practice and quickly became the Clinical Director of several practices for a large corporate vet.

As Clinical Director George was responsible for overseeing 9 other vets and helping them with difficult surgery and medicine cases. George has always had a special interest in cardiology and has since developed further interests in feline and geriatric medicine.

George took over Churchcroft Vets in 2009 with a mission to offer top quality veterinary care in a welcoming and pet friendly environment.

In his spare time George loves mountain biking and snowboarding and also enjoys playing cricket and golf.

Sarah Bransby Bsc (Hons) BVSc PGCert (SAS) MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Sarah has an additional qualification in dentistry and routinely accepts referrals from general practice vets as well as seeing second opinions. She graduated from the University of Bristol in 2011 and gained postgraduate certificate with a merit in small animal surgery in 2018. In her spare time Sarah enjoys running, cycling and competing in triathlons.

Sarper Sander MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Sarper joined us in the summer of 2022, leaving his own veterinary clinic behind in Turkey to enjoy the varied and interesting veterinary life in the UK. Sarper is wonderfully empathic, brings great diagnostic skills and is adored by the team and clients alike.

Julia Barham RVN BSc PhD

Veterinary Nurse and Practice Manager

Julia qualified as a Veterinary Nurse in 1992. After 2 years in general practice she was employed by Liverpool University as senior Equine Nurse and soon promoted to Head Equine Theatre Nurse. In 1995, she was persuaded by the Professor of Anaesthesia to go to university where she got a 1st in Biology and then gained a PhD in molecular genetics. She worked as a lecturer in genetics and postdoctoral research fellow in immunology before returning to practice at Churchcroft. Julia has 4 children and a dog called Jagger. Julia's interests include dog training (she has represented Wales in obedience competition), running, mountain biking and skiing.

Lisa Foster RVN

Veterinary Nurse

Lisa qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) in May 2019 coming top of her year throughout her studies.

In accordance with Churchcroft offering expert dental care, Lisa has already completed an additional qualification through the British Veterinary Nursing Association for dental health and has enjoyed the reward of seeing the benefits of oral health in pets.

Lisa is now looking to make a real difference in senior pet care. She hopes to obliterate the common phrase "well, it's just old age". We look forward to supporting Lisa in her care of the elderly pet.

She has a miniature poodle called Rosie, 3 cats called Alfie, Charlie and Lizzie.

Alice Williams PCA

    Pet Care Assistant

    Alice joined us in 2021 as a Pet Care Assistant. She has a keen interest in learning all aspects of veterinary practice from client care to patient care and is about to start training to become a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse. Outside of work Alice is a dedicated volunteer for the Riding for the Disabled Association.

    Poppie Walker SVN

    Student Veterinary Nurse

    Poppie runs our hugely popular puppy socialisation classes. She puts a lot of effort in to ensure the healthy emotional development of each puppy before they graduate.

    She has a son called Harley and two chihuahua's Rex and Diego and a beautiful if bossy cat called Narla. In her spare time, she loves being outdoors and has a keen interest in pencil drawing.

    Alex Murray

    • dedication of nurse to pet

    Student Veterinary Nurse

    Alex has almost completed her training towards becoming a Registered Veterinary Nurse and is loving every minute. When she's not hard at work caring for and nursing all the animals here she has a Labrador called Harry, two rabbits- Cristina and Giles and flock of chickens to look after.

    Holly Beresford

    Student Veterinary Nurse

    Holly joined our team in March 2021 as a  Student Veterinary Nurse, she is in her second year of study and  "I'm absolutely loving my time at Churchcroft Vets".

    Away from work and studies she enjoys playing cricket and hockey and has two cats and a crazy Golden Retriever

    Saskia CCA

      Client Care Assistant

      Saskia Joined us in the autumn of 2022, she loves making friends with the people and pets that come in to see us and has made a great impact on the team and reception

      Jennifer Bastock CCA

      Client Care Assistant

      Jenny joined us in the summer of 2022. Having had a break from vet practice for a few years she decided she missed seeing clients and was keen to join the team here in Beeston. Jenny has three cats, Charlie, Precious and Tiger.

      Expert pet care from George and the team

      Based in Chilwell, Beeston, Nottingham, Churchcroft Veterinary Centre is a friendly small animal practice that offers a high-quality comprehensive veterinary service to the local community and beyond, ideally positioned to treat patients in Chilwell, Beeston, Attenborough, Bramcote and the surrounding areas.

      Here at Churchcroft, we understand that your pet is a very special member of your family and his or her welfare is our primary concern. Our team of vets and nurses are totally committed to giving the best possible care and advice in a friendly, supportive environment.

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