veterinary surgeons
Alexia Mills MRCVS
Head Veterinary Surgeon
Alexia is the Head Veterinary Surgeon at Molecare. After qualifying from Liverpool University in 2012 she joined Molecare in 2015.
Her infectious energy and proactive nature encourages a healthy culture of continuous professional and practice development.
The team are continuously inspired to work upon improvements to the service the practice provides.
Alexia enjoys treating all animals but it is rumoured that she has a particular soft spot for Collies, Whippets and ginger cats!
Danielle Willey MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Danielle graduated from the RVC in 2014 and decided instantly to move down to Devon where she has been living and working ever since. Danielle enjoys all aspects of general practice but has a particular interest in diagnostic imaging and medicine. A recent adventure included the hand rearing of two very special little kittens – Luna and Gimli – who are definitely keeping her on her toes! In her spare time Danielle enjoys a spot of yoga, some hectic mountain biking and exploring everything Devon has to offer.
Leo Packham BVetMed PGDip (VCP) MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Leo graduated from the RVC in 2015 and spent three enjoyable years working at a first opinion practice in Berkshire, where he is originally from. He then went on to complete a rotating internship at the University of Bristol referral hospital, after which he spent the last year working at a busy out-of-hours practice in Bristol as an emergency only vet. Leo’s main interests are medicine, cardiology and ECC (Emergency and Critical Care) and is currently studying for a postgraduate certificate. Outside of work Leo enjoys playing hockey and cricket and is a big rugby fan (Wasps, sorry!). Over the last year he has been trying to learn Italian in his spare time!
veterinary nurses
Lucy Hill RVN
Head Veterinary Nurse
Lucy qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2017 during her formative years working at the Plymouth Veterinary Hospital.
In her clinical role, she has a special interest in emergency medicine and is also currently working towards her Certificate in Veterinary Nursing of Exotic Species. Outside of work, she puts us all to shame with her fitness and athletic abilities! Lucy has a wonderful disposition where she is able to motivate the team calming, professionally and with good humour.
Together, Alexia and Lucy are a force to be reckoned with their constant enthusiasm and ability to multitask allowing them to balance their daily clinical and management responsibilities whilst also driving innovation and a constant improvement of quality.
Abby Gould RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse - On maternity leave
Abby joined the Molecare team in February 2019. She qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2014 and since then has gained a wealth of experience working in both general and referral practice. Abby is an avid supporter of Save the Rhinos – she completed the London marathon in a 17kg rhino costume to fundraise! Abby has recently started her own dog walking business ‘Tails on Tor’ so she can often be found in the local countryside with a pack of dogs including her own Labrador, Tyler. Abby also regularly attends crossfit training and has taken part in local and national competitions.
Rachel Williams RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Rachel has been a Veterinary Nurse at Molecare since 2012, so she is a familiar face at the practice!
She is an incredibly dedicated and thorough nurse who is excellent with all animals and will not leave until all duties are taken care of!
Rachel is especially interested in Feline Medicine and was key to our becoming a Cat Friendly Clinic. She is our Cat Advocate and is also currently studying for her Certificate in Feline Nursing ISFM.
Alice Hunt RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse - On maternity leave
Alice qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in September of 2019 after 4 years of clinical experience accompanying her journey to qualification.
She has a very gentle and calming nature, winning over all our patients. Alice’s bouncy Bulldog, Brunswick, enjoys all her care and attention when she is not working or looking after her new ‘Hooman’ addition to the family, her little baby boy.
Helen Thackeray-Vincent RVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Helen started her career at Molecare where she qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2017. In 2018 Helen worked as a surgery ward nurse at a referral hospital in Bristol, Langford. In her last year, she became one of the hospitals specialist soft tissue nurses helping to run this area alongside the soft tissue clinicians.
After an amazing experience at Langford Vets, Helen has decided to travel the world with her nursing qualification. Before this, she wanted to work in a busy first opinion practice and was given the opportunity to come back to where it all began to cover Abby’s maternity leave- how could she resist!
Outside of work, she likes to spend time with her gorgeous friends and family... and love all things dog!!
reception
Emma Henderson
Practice Administrator
Emma joined Molecare in October 2016 after already mastering the skill of a Veterinary Receptionist during the five years spent in her previous practice.
Emma is the definition of efficiency and a huge asset to the team. Apart from her friendly welcome at the front of house, she juggles many key administrative jobs paramount to keep the practice ticking smoothly.
Outside of work, Emma is very active with hobbies including kayaking, horse riding and lots of walking with her excitable (and rather large) canine duo Duke and Frankie!
Viki Thompson
Receptionist
Viki joined the reception team in June 2019 after an extremely busy career in Events Management. She has an impeccable memory for detail, is very organised and has a talent for contributing to a superb calm client and pet experience for all. Viki has a soft spot for all animals but especially for her dear little black cat, Cleo, who keeps her on her toes at home as she is not yet a year old and full of fun!
Mel Runham
Receptionist
Mel joined the reception team in February 2016 after working as an administrator in a mechanical company. Mel is organised and experienced in running a tight ship which helps keep us all on time! Mel is always happy to help in any way she can. She is a particular favourite with our practice cat Mavis, who loves her cuddles and playtime and a sneaky chicken snack that Mel brings in especially for her!
Tam Russell
Receptionist
Tam joined the Molecare Pet Vets reception team in July 2019. Previously employed within the educational sector for 11 years she made the leap to our door to follow her dream to work alongside animals. She is highly organised and a dedicated team player! Amongst her large menagerie of animals are her two Suffolk Punch horses, two Arabian horses, some grey faced Dartmoor sheep and Olive the Whippet/Bedlington Terrier.