About Us
Our practice team includes 5 Veterinarians, 6 Veterinary Nursing staff, 3 Stable Hands and Administration staff. Our staff regularly attends short continuing professional education courses to update their information and techniques. Continuing the professional development of all staff at Anstead Veterinary Practice ensures that we are committed to providing the highest standard of care for your pet.
Our highly skilled and experienced veterinarians are committed to providing quality and compassionate care for your animals.
Dr Nathan Anthony – Principal and Equine Veterinarian
Nathan is the Practice Principal and an Equine Veterinarian.
Nathan started his career in mixed practice in South Australia working with all animals, large and small. He then branched into Equine practice, working in the UK for some time before relocating to Anstead where he has been based since 2002.
Since then, Nathan has upgraded the facility at Anstead to a modern and state of the art practice that provides complete service to family pets and horses.
Nathan’s main fields of interest and expertise are the diagnosis and treatment of lameness in performance horses and equine surgery. Nathan thrives on the hectic workload of the reproductive season.
Nathan enjoys equestrian sports and is an accredited FEI Veterinarian. He can often be found officiating at equestrian events.
Dr Asher Dessaix – Mixed Animal Veterinarian
Asher joined Anstead Veterinary Practice at the commencement of 2008 after spending 6 years in mixed practice in NSW and locally. He brings a wealth of experience, knowledge and enthusiasm to our practice.
His main work interest is in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery. Asher has undertaken a Masters Degree which will ensure that he is kept abreast of the rapidly emerging advancements in the field of Veterinary Medicine. Asher is passionate about quality Veterinary care and while he enjoys the routine work of tending to healthy patients, he thrives on the more challenging cases.
While not working or studying, Asher is a keen surfer and he can often be found travelling to various spots within South East Queensland.
Dr Ann Blackburne- Mixed Animal Veterinarian
Ann joined Anstead Veterinary Practice in 2005, having previously worked in Veterinary practices both locally and abroad for a number of years. Ann has experience in all areas of Medicine and Surgery and is a keen and capable surgeon. Ann is especially interested in ophthalmic cases and she is committed to providing a caring and compassionate service.
Ann is a valued member of the Veterinary team and she has been of great assistance in the expansions and development of the practice over the years. She is dedicated to enriching the lives of pets, their owners and our community.
When away from work, Ann breeds and shows Clydesdales and enjoys spending time with her Stumpy-tail Cattle Dogs on her rural property in the area.
Dr Tori McGuire – Equine Veterinarian
After graduating from the University of Qld Tori undertook an equine internship at Oakey Veterinary Hospital before going to work in her father’s mixed animal practice. The lure of the horses was too strong however and she joined the equine team at Anstead Veterinary Practice in 2007.
Tori is a popular and capable veterinarian in all aspects of equine practice but has a special interest in medical cases, particularly those involving foals. Tori also enjoys reproductive work and the odd dental.
When not at work Tori enjoys camping and fishing as well as competing in any many dressage competitions as she can fit into her busy workload.
Dr Caitlin McGuckin – Mixed Animal Veterinarian
Caitlin joined the team at Anstead Veterinary Practice at the end of 2007 after graduating from the University of Qld. She spends most of her time working with horses but enjoys her shifts in the small animal clinic.
Although still relatively new to the veterinary world, Caitlin is developing keen interests in equine dentistry and anaesthesia. She especially enjoys caring for the hospitalised patients.
Prior to beginning her veterinary career, Caitlin studied photography at the Qld College of Art. She has her own darkroom at home for developing black and white photos. When not working or indulging her passion for photography, Caitlin enjoys a good game of touch football.
Dr Jane Leadbeater – Equine Veterinarian
After graduating from the University of Queensland in 2006, Jane completed an Equine internship at the Marion DuPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Virginia, USA. She then went on to work at Scone Veterinary Hospital in the Hunter Valley where she gained further experience in the fields of equine medicine and surgery. She is the most recent addition to Anstead Veterinary Practice, having joined the team in August 2009.
Jane enjoys all facets of Equine practise but she has particular interest in surgery and lameness, especially in performance horses.
Outside of work, Jane is a keen runner and she loves to travel.
