Nursing Staff
Lindsey Thomson RVN
Veterinary nurse
Lindsey joined the practice in 2008, qualifying from the Barony College as a Registered Vet Nurse in January 2011. She is a graduate from the University of Glasgow, where she studied zoology. Lindsey loves working with all animals, especially cats. She enjoys lots of outdoor activities, particularly cycling and rugby.
Hope McFadzean RVN
Veterinary nurse
Hope started with us on reception in 2018 before studying to become a Veterinary Nurse at SRUC Barony. In her spare time she enjoys caring for her two horses, spending time with friends and walking her dogs, Sizzles the Teckel and Flash the black labrador.
Gillian Graham RVN
Head Veterinary Nurse
Gill came to the practice in 2006 as a student vet nurse and completed her Barony training in 2008. She is now a Clinical Coach, training student VNs and an examiner for the SRUC (Barony campus). Gill is involved in all aspects of small animal care and is happy to advise on puppy and kitten care, nutrition, weight management and post-operative care.
Shannon Armstrong RVN
Veterinary Nurse
Shannon is one of our vet nurses. In Shannon’s spare time she enjoys spending time with her pet goats (Coco and Apricot) and horse “Miffie”
Hayley Parkin RVN
Veterinary Nurse
Hayley qualified from Barony SRUC in September 2021. In her sparetime she likes spending time with her guinea pigs and playing her guitar.
Tori Armstrong RVN
VETERINARY NURSE
Tori qualified in 2020 from Edinburgh Napier University with a BSc First-class honours degree. Tori spent 2 years at Ark Vet Centre as a student where she gained most of her practical experience. She has a keen interest in anaesthesia and inpatient care. Outside of work she enjoys riding her horse and looking after her dogs and cats.