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Alexia Mills MRCVS - On maternity leave
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.
Kate Grasske
Veterinary Surgeon
Kate graduated from Nottingham in 2015. After a brief stint in Cornwall working in mixed practice Kate Moved back home to Devon. Kate has worked in mid Devon for the past 5 years and joined Molecare in 2021. Kate holds a certificate in small animals diagnostic imaging (GpCert DI) and hopes to continue to develop this area of interest. She particularly enjoys abdominal imaging.
In her spare time you will find Kate walking her handsome sausage dog Wallace on the moors or tending to her cut flower garden!
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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.
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
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.
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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!
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.
Sue Gerrie
Receptionist
Having previously been employed in a small Zoo Sue joined the team in 2021 to continue her work with animals. Sue excels in customer service and prides herself in creating a positive and friendly experience for all our clients.
Outside of work she likes walking, going to the beach and cuddles with her cat Stewy!