Meet the Carisbrooke Vets team
Veterinary Team
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Katy Butler
Clinical Director
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Reinach Erasmus
Clinical Director
BVSc BSc (Hons) MRCVS OVI am a Veterinary surgeon, practicing as a mixed animal vet. I qualified as a Veterinarian in 2014 from the University of Pretoria in South Africa. I have special interest in more of our exotic animals, but I see any animal ranging from a cow to a snake. I am currently studying towards a Certificate in Exotic Animal Medicine and Surgery. I moved with my wife to the Isle of Wight in 2020 and it has since become home.
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Caroline Clarke
Clinical Director
BVSc BSc (Hons) MRCVSQualified from Liverpool in 2008, I worked in equine practice for 8 years before moving to small animal practice.
Professional interests include imaging and dentistry but also enjoy most aspects of general practice, in particular building good relationships with clients. I also enjoy mentoring younger vets in the practice and working within our amazing team of vets, nurses and reception staff.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and my dog Percy, gardening and occasionally doing some artwork.
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Lucy Vale
Veterinary Surgeon
BVSc MRCVSI grew up on the island and graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2015, joining the Carisbrooke Vets in 2016.
I enjoy all aspects of small animal practice but have an interest in dentistry and internal medicine. I am studying for my post graduate certificate in small animal medicine.
Outside of work I am kept busy with my two young children and enjoy walking my three dogs on the beach and swimming in the sea.
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Euan Cragg
Veterinary Surgeon
BSc (Hons)Qualified from the Royal Veterinary College in 2022 after first gaining a degree in Marine & Freshwater Biology from the University of Glasgow. I enjoy both LA and D=SA practice and have a keen interest in surgery. In my spare time I enjoy exploring the Island with my Spaniel Eadie.
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Esmeralda Erasmus
Veterinary Surgeon
BSc BVSc MRCVSI am a Veterinary surgeon with special interest in small animal surgery. I qualified as a Veterinarian in 2014 from the University of Pretoria in South Africa. I am currently studying towards a Certificate in Small Animal Emergency Critical Care Medicine and Surgery. I moved with my husband to The Isle of Wight in 2020 and it has since become home.
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Hannah Kenway
Veterinary Surgeon
BSc (hons) BVSc MRCVSI qualified from Bristol in 1993 and have worked in farm and equine practice since then. I also have a degree in zoology and have spent some time working in marine biology and conservation. I completed the two year AHDB sheep expertise training in 2018 and have a special interest in flock health and preventative care in sheep and goats. I love engaging with farm clients, running farmers meetings, writing newsletters and am passionate about supporting animal health in ways that promote sustainable food production and healthy ecosystems
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Denis Pervusin
Veterinary Surgeon
DVM MRCVS OVI graduated from Lithuanian University of Health Sciences in 2013 and moved to the UK straight after.
I worked in a few practices around London and Kent area and managed to get experience under my belt.
I moved to Isle of Wight in 2019 and worked for few practices on the Island, while completing an acupuncture course and laparoscopy spay course. I joined The Carisbrooke Vets in January 2023. I enjoy being a general practitioner vet and mainly consults.
In my free time I enjoy cycling, walking, and spending time with my family.
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Nuria Albors Trotter
Veterinary Surgeon
MRCVSGraduated in 2010 from University Autonomous of Barcelona. And after, continued my learning working in France and the US. I moved finally to the Isle of Wight in 2015 where I finally stayed.
I enjoy all aspects of veterinary medicine, especially the very senior patients.
In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my large family and my two dogs.
Nurse Team
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Alex Sheppard
Integrated Teams Manager
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Helen Ryall
Clinical Nurse Manager
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Stevie Tapson
Deputy Nurse Team Manager
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Nurse Team