To provide the best care for your pets we are passionate about providing a great veterinary workplace where our people love to work. To learn more about our team and culture, and what goes on behind the scenes check out our workplace profile on The Meraki Initiative.

Michael Stevenson MRCVS

Michael has been working as a vet for 30 years and has particular interests in surgery, anaesthesia and cardiology. Lameness work ups, orthopaedic injuries and rehabilitation are his main areas of expertise. 

Joanne Stevenson BSc (Hons)

Jot is a veterinary nurse who went on to qualify as an Environmental Health Officer.  During the past few years she also worked in veterinary practice management.  She is now drawing on all of her skills to assist Michael in his new independent venture.

Erika Jones RVN

Erika has been a qualified nurse for over 20 years and mostly worked alongside Michael as Head Nurse.  Erika brings with her great compassion as well as a wealth of surgical nursing experience.

Lauren Dowdeswell RVN

Lauren qualified as a veterinary nurse 18 months ago,  she is a great asset to our team with her caring nature and professionalism.  She is organised and efficient, and goes the extra mile to assist clients and patients alike.

Emily – Veterinary Nurse Assistant

Emily has joined us at Stroud Road to initially cover Laurens Maternity leave.  She is our Veterinary Nurse Assistant and has worked in 2 other veterinary practices previously.  She has an Animal Management qualification and is looking to become a veterinary nurse so is spending a lot of time training under Erika’s watchful eye!
She brings with her excellent reception, communication and administrative skills as well as showing real care for clients and patients alike.
She is pictured here with her horse Kiwi and her super-cute Jack Russell, Apache.

Helen Wood

Helen has worked as a veterinary receptionist for over 8 years.  She is the welcoming face of the practice, where her natural warmth and empathy makes clients feel valued and reassured.