The people (and pets) behind the clinic

Originally from Switzerland, Dr Fabiola graduated from the University of Nottingham in 2016 and began working as a GP vet in Stamford, England, developing her skills in general practice and emergency medicine. In 2024 she made the move down under to join The Pines Vet. She is passionate about all aspects of patient care. In her spare time she loves spending time with her Greyhound cross Lucifer, surfing, and has recently taken up AFL with the Tweed Coast Tigers.

At homeLucifer (Greyhound cross) & Darwin (Boxer X)

Alex graduated from the University of Sydney in 2018 and has worked across general practice and referral settings. He has a particular interest in oncology and enjoys soft tissue surgery, as well as the variety and problem-solving that comes with everyday small animal practice. Outside of work, Alex spends most of his free time mountain biking and exploring local trails. At home, he lives with his partner, Viv, their two dogs, Murphy, a Labrador, and Ralph, an Australian Shepherd x Border Collie, and Beaky the lorikeet.

At homeMurphy (Labrador), Ralph (Australian Shepherd x Border Collie) & Beaky (lorikeet)

Zoe has been nursing here with us since late 2022 fresh off of completing her certificate IV in veterinary nursing. Quickly excelling in all things general practice, she is our hospitalised patient advocate and orthopaedic anaesthetist. When Zoe is not here in clinic you can find her teaching dance to the next generation of performers or riding her bike along the beach, spending some quality time with her husband and scruffy pup Chewy.

At homeChewy (staffy X)

Kristina joined The Pines Vet nursing team in June 2021 and has been thriving ever since! Kristina has been working in the industry since 2019, gaining experience with cats, dogs, and a particular interest in wildlife. To keep her busy, she has 2 staffies, Luna and Mini, and 1 Stimson's python Kane. In her free time, you'll find Kristina cooking, baking, creating art or spending time with her husband.

At homeLuna and Mini (Staffies) and Kane (Stimson’s python)

Kath joined the Pines Vet team immediately after graduating with her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. She loves taking care of hospitalised patient, assisting with routine surgeries, and using her gentle approach to soothe and calm anxious dogs. When she isn’t comforting patients, she loves spending her time with her lovely step dog Konji, camping, cooking and travelling.

At home Konji (Japanese spitz)

Bella joined The Pines team in 2025 as a student and became qualified in late 2026. She studied as a Wildlife Vet Nurse but fell in love with domestic animals. If Bella isn’t nursing, she’s occupying her time camping, 4wding, or exploring new places. Otherwise she’s with her two puppers Teddy and Pepsi.

At home Teddy and Pepsi (Groodles)