Swayne & Partners
– Bury St Edmunds

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Hayley Patrick  RVN

Head Registered Veterinary Nurse

Hayley began her career at Swayne & Partners as a student nurse in 2007. After qualifying, she became Head Veterinary Nurse in 2013 and now leads a team of 30 nurses and Veterinary Care Assistants. She is currently working towards a postgraduate certificate in Advanced Veterinary Nursing, which she hopes to complete in September 2025. Hayley has a particular interest in anaesthesia and in supporting the development of student veterinary nurses. Outside of work, she enjoys baking cakes (much to the team’s delight!) and spending time with her springador and independent-minded cat.

Matthew Meek MA VetMB PGCertSAS BSAVA PGCertSAS PhD MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Alex Berry VetMB MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Alex graduated from Cambridge in 2019, and came to Swayne and Partners in the same year as a new graduate. After a couple of years with us he went back to Cambridge to do an internship in their specialist hospital, and then worked as a locum in the region before returning to Swayne’s full time in 2024, and he is now working towards a post graduate certificate in diagnostic imaging. As well as working in practice, Alex is also Director of Studies at Robinson College, where he studied in Cambridge, and teaches anatomy to vet students. Outside work he loves travelling, cooking, and going running with his cocker spaniel, Mia.

Saffron Barton BVMSci
MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Saffron graduated from the Univery of Surrey in 2024 and started her veterinary career here at Swayne and Partners after seeing practice with the team during her studies. She has a variety of pets including a musk turtle named Squirtle, two very naughty chihuahuas called Trixie and Alfie, and has recently taken on a stray kitten called Tofu. Outside of work, Saffron spends every spare minute with horses and has recently started competing her ex-race horse, Peter Pan.

Catherine Gerrie BVetMed PgC(SAM) MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Since graduating in 2015 Catherine has worked in small animal practices in Norfolk and Suffolk. In this time she has found a passion for internal medicine, completing her certificate in this field. She is now recognised by her governing body, the RCVS, as an advanced veterinary practitioner in small animal internal medicine. She joined Swayne & Partners in 2023, helping with the complex medical cases we see in consult and as inpatients. She also still enjoys seeing the occasional puppy/kitten vaccine and helping care for our more senior patients too. In her spare time she juggles her family life of one toddler and two grumpy cats with her interests of swimming, hiking and singing.

Holly Gillespie BVetMed MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Edward Kingsbury BVM BVS
MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Ed graduated from the University of Nottingham in 2020 and began his career at a busy small animal practice in Manchester, where he developed a strong interest in ophthalmology and imaging. After completing a rotating internship at the University of Cambridge in 2023, he worked across Cambridgeshire before joining Swayne and Partners in November 2024. He is currently studying for a Certificate in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging and regularly attends externships at local referral hospitals. Outside of work, Ed enjoys triathlons, golf, travelling, music, eating, and walks with his miniature dachshund, Alfie.

Eda Taymaz BVSc BSc(Hons) MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Eda joined Swayne and Partners following her graduation from University of Liverpool in 2023 and loves the variety that hospital work brings, particularly in medicine. Outside of work she loves to travel, swim, cook and is now dabbling in growing her own fruit.

Phoebe Thomson-Bird MA VetMB MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Phoebe first joined Swayne & Partners as a work experience student and returned as a Veterinary Surgeon after graduating from Cambridge Veterinary School in 2022. While she loves all animals, Phoebe has a particular fondness for cats – especially the feisty ones – and is passionate about helping patients feel as calm and comfortable as possible in the consult room. Outside of work, she enjoys all kinds of craftwork, including pottery and needle-felting.

Nikki Williams BVMSci MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Nikki graduated from the University of Surrey in 2021 and now works as one of our night vets, alongside studying to become an Advanced Practitioner in Emergency Critical care. She loves surgery and all patients big or small. At home, she’s kept busy with her two mastiff crosses and sphynx cats.

Clare Parker-Harris BVetMed CertAVP(ECC) MRCVS

Night Veterinary Surgeon

Clare qualified as a Veterinary Surgeon in 2017 and is now one of our night vets at Swayne & Partners in Bury St Edmunds. She holds an advanced certificate in Emergency and Critical Care and enjoys the variety of cases that come through during her shifts. Outside of work, Clare stays busy chasing after three dogs, a cat, and her daughter.

Lauren McGravey BA VetMB MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Lauren has been with the team since 2023 after graduating from Cambridge Vet School. She has varied interests in medicine and surgery and loves the variety working in the hospital provides, with a soft spot for the elderly feline patients. Outside of work she enjoys running, travelling, and dog sitting for colleagues when the opportunity arises!

Chiew Ting Ng BVM&S BSAVA PGCertSAM MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Sarah Stevenson RVN

Pharmacy Manager

Sarah worked as a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Swayne & Partners for many years before taking on a teaching role at a nursing college. After a break, she returned to the team as our Pharmacy Manager, overseeing all the medicines used in the practice. Sarah still helps out in clinical areas when needed, and with her extensive knowledge of feline behaviour, she’s the go-to nurse for any cat-related queries.

Laura Baker RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse & Ward Manager

Laura began her journey with Swayne & Partners in 2017 and went on to qualify as a Registered Veterinary Nurse before becoming Ward Manager in 2021. Working alongside Hayley to help lead the nursing team, Laura has a particular interest in internal medicine and emergency and critical care – making her ideally placed to guide and support the ward team with her expertise. Outside of work, she enjoys being outdoors, training her spaniels, and travelling both in the UK and abroad.

Ella Braybrook RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Ella began her career as a student nurse in 2018 and has since qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse. While she’s a skilled all-rounder, her true passion lies in inpatient care – particularly supporting patients who need close monitoring. Outside of work, Ella keeps active and enjoys spending time with her two lively Jack Russell–dachshund crosses.

Katie Brown RVN CertVN ECC

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Katie qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2013 and went on to complete a certificate in Emergency and Critical Care in 2018. After returning to the local area, she joined our Swayne & Partner’s team in 2022. With a strong background in referral practice and a passion for anaesthesia, Katie is set to begin a postgraduate certificate in anaesthesia in September 2025.

Charlotte Cody Richardson RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Charlie qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Swayne & Partners in 2015. After taking a break to work with horses, she rejoined our night nurse team in 2023. Outside of work, Charlie spends most of her time with horses – and often persuades her family to get involved too

Laura Ibbotson RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Laura has been part of our Swayne & Partners team since 2022, completing her Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification with us after moving from another practice. She recently took a sabbatical to work at a local equine hospital, gaining valuable experience in emergency and critical care — skills she now applies to her small animal nursing. Outside of work, Laura enjoys spending time with her horse and running with her spaniel, Bunty.

Samantha Jones RVN

Registered Veterinary Night Nurse

Sam qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Swayne & Partners in 2021 and later transitioned from a day position to a dedicated night nurse role. She has a real passion for feline nursing and enjoys all aspects of feline medicine, along with the variety and pace of emergency work.

Sophie Lamping RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Sophie began her nursing career with Swayne & Partners as a placement student while completing her training. She quickly became a valued member of the team and was offered a permanent role after qualifying. Sophie has remained with us ever since and enjoys all aspects of nursing, splitting her time between the wards and theatre. Outside of work, she spends time with her husband, two daughters, two rescue dogs, and a lively herd of guinea pigs.

Shannon Bruen RVN

Registered Veterinary Night Nurse

Shannon is part of our dedicated night nurse team at Bury St Edmunds, where she enjoys caring for critical care patients and assisting with emergency surgeries. At home, she’s kept busy by her furry (and feathered) family – cats, rabbits, a parrot, and her gentle Saint Bernard, Ava.

Lucy Butcher RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Lucy joined our Swayne & Partners team just over a year ago and quickly found her feet in the busy Bury St Edmunds practice. She enjoys the variety of cases she sees day-to-day, working across wards, theatre, and consulting. Lucy especially loves meeting clients and their pets during consults. Outside of work, she enjoys running, horse riding, and spending time with family and friends, particularly if there’s sunshine involved!

Charlotte Cooper-Keeble RVN

Registered Veterinary Night Nurse

Charlotte is part of our night nurse team at Bury St Edmunds and has a special interest in emergency anaesthesia. When she’s not at work, she enjoys relaxing with her family and spending time with her pets.

Emily Green RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Emily qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse after training with our Swayne & Partners team. After some time away, she returned to join the emergency team, working night shifts. Emily thrives in the fast-paced environment of out-of-hours care, but also enjoys winding down at home with her husband, young daughter, and their spaniel.

April Hartland RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

April qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2021 and joined our Swayne & Partners team shortly after. She enjoys working with inpatients and applying her medical knowledge, and hopes to gain a certificate in Emergency and Critical Care in the near future to support her out-of-hours work. A keen exercise enthusiast, April loves running and exploring the Scottish Highlands with her Border Collie, Jasper.

Lynda Hughes RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Lynda is one of our longest-serving Registered Veterinary Nurses, having joined Swayne & Partners back in 1997. She’s seen the practice and nursing team grow over the years but still loves her role as much as she did on day one. Lynda enjoys working in theatre, particularly monitoring anaesthesia during surgery. She’s cared for everything from tiny kittens to giant Newfoundlands and appreciates the unique needs of each patient. Outside of work, Lynda enjoys spending time with her family, two dogs, and cat.

Poppy Osborne RVN CertVN ECC

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Poppy recently completed her nursing certificate in Emergency and Critical Care and loves the variety of emergency cases she encounters at our Bury St Edmunds practice. She’s often joined by her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Reuben, whose playful antics never fail to brighten the team’s day.

Stacey Goymer RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Stacey began her nursing career with our Swayne & Partners team as a student in 2011. After qualifying, she developed a passion for exotic nursing and wildlife rehabilitation – she’s even been known to take hedgehogs home to care for them before releasing them. These days, Stacey spends most of her time working in the wards or supporting the pharmacy team. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, growing a variety of fruits and vegetables, and spending time with her partner and their daughter.

Kate Graham RVN

Registered Veterinary Night Nurse

Kate is one of our dedicated night nurses at Swayne & Partners and has been working nights for over five years. She enjoys all aspects of emergency care and remains just as motivated and passionate about her role as when she first started. Outside of work, Kate keeps active at the gym, trains her spaniels, and enjoys working them as gun dogs.

Kayleigh Lewis RVN

Registered Veterinary Night Nurse

Kayleigh rejoined our Swayne & Partners team in 2024 after gaining valuable experience in a referral practice and taking time out to have her son. Now part of the night nurse team, she has a keen interest in anaesthesia and enjoys all aspects of emergency care. Kayleigh draws on her previous experience to help deliver the highest standard of care to our patients.

Hannah Spidy RVN BSc (Hons)

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Hannah joined our Swayne & Partners team in Bury St Edmunds after completing her degree in Veterinary Nursing and qualifying as a Registered Veterinary Nurse. She has quickly settled in and enjoys all aspects of the role. Hannah is often spotted with her tiny Chihuahua, Stuart Little, by her side.

Ellie Nunn RVN

Registered Veterinary Nurse

After qualifying in 2022, Ellie joined our team at Swayne & Partners in Bury St Edmunds. She returned to work part-time following the birth of her daughter and now spends most of her time caring for inpatients. Ellie also enjoys running nurse clinics, meeting clients, and assisting in theatre. Outside of work, she loves getting out and about with her daughter and their little Jack Russell, Charlie.

Jane Bailey RVN BSc (Hons)

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Jane, a Registered Veterinary Nurse, has been with Swayne & Partners since 2010 and brings over 20 years of nursing experience to the team. Throughout her career, she has specialised in theatre, anaesthesia, and emergency and critical care. Jane takes pride in the outstanding level of patient care the practice provides – made possible by the dedicated team and excellent facilities.

Chloe Cotton RVN BSc (Hons)

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Chloe earned her BSc (Hons) in Veterinary Nursing from Coventry University before joining our Swayne & Partners team in 2023. She enjoys caring for patients on the wards, with a particular interest in feline medicine. At home, Chloe can usually be found snuggled up with her cat Clementine – who’s a very effective alarm clock at 5 a.m. – or unwinding with computer games and out in nature.

Becs Thompson RVN ISFM Cert Feline Nursing

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Becs joined our Swayne & Partners team, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a passion for teaching. She qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2015 and holds a certificate in feline nursing, which is where her passion lies. Becs is dedicated to sharing her knowledge and helping train the next generation of veterinary nurses – especially in creating feline-friendly practices.

Brooke Farrant

Student Veterinary Nurse

Brooke began her veterinary nurse training in 2023 and is now nearing the end of her studies. She enjoys all aspects of nursing but hopes to specialise in medicine once qualified. Outside of work, Brooke is a music lover and regularly attends concerts by her favourite artists.

Kerry Markham

Student Veterinary Nurse

Kerry has been part of our Swayne & Partners team since 2020 and is now training to become a Registered Veterinary Nurse. She’s thoroughly enjoying her course – especially learning about different conditions and the reasoning behind each treatment. Kerry is particularly excited to deepen her knowledge in theatre and begin monitoring anaesthesia.

Maisie Ward

Student Veterinary Nurse

After completing her Veterinary Care Assistant course, Maisie began training to become a Registered Veterinary Nurse at the start of 2025. She’s enjoying learning all aspects of nursing, with a particular interest in developing her hands-on clinical skills and supporting the veterinary team in patient care.

Remi Read

Veterinary Care Assistant

Remi is a Veterinary Care Assistant at Swayne & Partners in Bury St Edmunds, with a strong interest in exotic and wildlife nursing. Her passion for rehabilitation has led her to care for many injured birds at home and even establish her own small wildlife rescue. Alongside her rescues, Remi shares her home with a wide mix of pets, including dogs, rabbits, snakes, and pigeons.

Ruby Townsend

Veterinary Care Assistant

Samual Turner

Veterinary Care Assistant

Sam joined our Swayne & Partners team in 2019, quickly gaining his Veterinary Care Assistant qualification. He now works as Theatre Manager, coordinating daily procedures and equipment – a fast-paced role he thrives in alongside his theatre nurse team. Sam also has a very adventurous cat, who proudly serves as a blood donor for the practice. Outside of work, he enjoys exploring the countryside and climbing hills whenever he gets the chance.

Ava Cobbald

Nursing Assistant

Ava has been part of our Swayne & Partners team for over five years, supporting the nursing team across all aspects of patient care. She now works part-time, helping cover our weekend emergency service. Outside of work, Ava enjoys spending time with her husband, children, and their dog, Paddy.

Caroline Turton

Nursing Assistant

Caroline is our longest-serving team member, having joined Swayne & Partners in 1988 when the practice was still based on Southgate Street. She has enjoyed seeing the practice grow and evolve over the years. Caroline has a passion for client communication and getting to know the patients we care for. Outside of work, she enjoys going to the gym and walking her two Dachshunds – who often accompany her to the practice.

Katherine Gorzelak

Nursing Assistant

Katie works part-time at our Bury St Edmunds practice, supporting the weekend emergency team. She loves caring for inpatients and making sure they receive the attention they need. Outside of work, Katie enjoys training and working her Labradors.

Trudy Ashford

Client Support Administrator

Trudy is one of our Client Support Administrators. She is a dog lover who enjoys nothing more than heading out on long walks with her dogs.

Jilly Quin

Client Support Administrator

Jilly is true animal lover, she has a particular soft spot for dogs and enjoys meeting all the pets who come through the door. Outside of work, Jilly loves to travel and explore new places whenever she can.

James Steadman

Client Support Administrator

James is one of our Client Support Administrators and a big dog lover with a great sense of humour. He’s also a dedicated Star Wars fan – his impressive knowledge means the Force may very well be with him.

Susan Wood

Client Support Administrator

Susan is one of our experienced Client Support Administrators and has been part of the Swayne & Partners team for over 30 years. Outside of work, she has a real passion for Arabian horses – she breeds and shows them, and is currently the British National Champion. Her dedication and eye for detail shine through in everything she does, both at the practice and in the show ring.

Julie Constable

Client Support Administrator