Ophthalmology
Karen Casswell
BSc, BVSc, Cert VOphthal, MRCVS
Karen graduated from the University of Bristol Veterinary School in 1993, and followed her interest in ophthalmology while working in general mixed and small animal practice, gaining her RCVS Certificate in Veterinary Ophthalmology in 1999.
She is now registered as an RCVS Advanced Practitioner in Veterinary Ophthalmology.
Since 2003, She has worked as an independent veterinary surgeon, specialising in ophthalmic second opinion and referral surgery, in small animals, equines, and exotics. Working in both Kent and East Sussex, She is available for advice by phone / email, and regularly holds clinics here at Downwood.
Her spare time is taken up with her two Cocker spaniels - Kirsty and Clemmie, with photography, drawing, cycle touring and travel.
Orthopaedics
Dr Andre Costa Pereira
DVM MSc PGcertEAMS PGcertVPS certAVP-GSAS MRCVS
Andre graduated in 2011 in his native Portugal, after which he completed a 6 months internship there.
After 2 years in general practice he moved to the UK determined to pursue specialization in surgery, spending serious time at well renowned referral centres (the RVC, Liverpool University, Dick White Referrals, to name few). After some years in general practice in the UK, Andre became a certificate holder in advanced veterinary practice in small animal Surgery and gained the Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery status. At this time he was appointed referral surgeon and Head of Surgery at a highly regarded veterinary group in London, which he left 5 years ago and has been acting as a peripatetic surgeon providing surgical services for more than 40 primary care practices in and around London.
Surgery is a burning passion for Andre, having invested and continuing to invest heavily in training both in the UK and abroad, keeping up to date with leading edge research and the most advanced techniques.
This high level of commitment to excellence has led Andre to join the SAS - Small Animal Surgery in-house Referrals team, where both Tommy and Andre share the same passion, vision and ethos.
https://www.smallanimalsurgery-in-house-referrals.co.uk
Anderson Abercromby Veterinary Referrals
Anderson Abercromby Veterinary Referrals are based in Ockley, Surrey and was established in 2005 by Ralph Abercromby and Angus Anderson, two of the most experienced veterinary orthopaedic surgeons in the UK with over 50 years of combined experience of working in academic institutions and private referral practices.
https://www.andersonabercromby.com/
Rob Rayward
MA VetMB DSAS (Orth) MRCVS, RCVS Specialist in Small Animal Surgery (Orthopaedics)
Coast Vets are based locally in Eastbourne, Rob Rayward is an RCVS recognised specialist in small animal orthopaedic surgery and has worked as a referral orthopaedic surgeon for over 20 years. He has extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of orthopaedic conditions.
EVR - Endoscopy Vet Referrals
Dr Elise Robertson
BS BVetMed MANZCVSc(Feline) DipABVP(Feline) FHEA FRSB FRCVS
ABVS® Recognised Board Certified Diplomate Feline Practice
Endoscopy Vet Referrals was started by Dr Elise Robertson 15 years ago, with the aim of providing high-quality, efficient and accessible peripatetic services for veterinary practices in East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey, Kent, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, North London, SE London, SW London and Central London. As a mobile referral consultant, Elise travels to the referring practice to perform out-patient canine and feline endoscopy procedures.
Diagnostic Imaging (Ultrasound and CT)
Andrew Denning DVDI, RCVS
Andrew has been working in companion animal practice for more than 30 years and is a recognised specialist in diagnostic imaging
He was recognised by the RCVS as a Specialist in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging in 2012 and was reaccredited in 2018. He works with veterinary surgeons in the South East of England to provide referral standard diagnostic imaging for their patients since 2010.
https://www.andrewdenning.net/services
Cardiology
Gavin McAulay
BVetMed CERTEM (INTMED) CERTVC MRCVS
Gavin provides cardio-respiratory referral services at New Priory Vets Brighton (Heart and lung disease). Assessment of heart and lung disease involves specific examination skills and specialised equipment including ultrasound, Holter ECG CT and bronchoscopy. Gavin holds several post graduate qualifications including the RCVS Certificate in Veterinary Cardiology.
Multi-disciplinary Centre
North Downs referrals
At North Downs referrals they have Specialists in every major discipline of small animal veterinary medicine, meaning they can deal with the most complex of cases that require the involvement of many different Specialists.