MEET OUR VETERINARIAN TEAM

Dr Chris Munchenberg is the owner of Pets Health Veterinary Practices and the head veterinarian at the facilities. Chris graduated from Murdoch University, Perth, in 1988 before returning to Adelaide to serve the local pet community. When not at work, Chris spends time with his own pets - 2 Labradors, 2 French Bulldogs (the smallest thinks she’s a Labrador), a Great Dane Mix, 4 cats - and his wife Julie and their 3 daughters.

Alex

Dr Alex is another amazing veterinarian providing care at the O’Halloran Hill Vet Centre. She’s South East born and bred! Alex grew up on a farm near a small country town. After working for a few years in a mixed animal practice, she moved back to the big smoke. Alex loves surgery and enjoys the variety of being a GP. She’s s kept busy with her chocolate Labrador, Charlie (who mostly knows the difference between what is edible and what isn’t) and is the proud aunt to Sierra, a German Shepherd (who is scared of his own shadow). Alex’s passions include Harry Potter, cross stitch, playing netball, kayaking and getting outdoors. She loves watching football, both SAAFL and AFL and she is a mad Adelaide Crows supporter; if the game is on, you know where Alex will be!

Rachael

Dr Rachael is a wealth of knowledge. Born and graduated in New Zealand, Rachel worked in the UK for 22 years before moving to Adelaide (where her husband is originally from). Having achieved her certificate in Homeopathy for pets, Rachel loves to incorporate a natural approach with modern veterinary medicine. Her special interests include dentistry, acupuncture, and feline and rabbit medicine. In her spare time, Rachel loves spending time with her husband and two children. You will often find her enjoying many outdoor activities, including skiing, snowboarding and rock climbing.

Karen

Known for her ever-changing fun scrubs, love of anime, and soft spot for every oodle that trots through our doors, Dr Katie brings colour, warmth, and plenty of laughter to the clinic. With over 12 years of veterinary experience - including time in a specialist clinic - she brings a wealth of knowledge to our team. While she loved the challenge of specialist work, Katie missed the relationships you build in general practice, and now enjoys seeing pets grow up alongside their families.

She has a special interest in rehabilitation and a passion for helping pets move comfortably and feel their best. With her quick wit, kind heart, and love of a good pun, Dr Katie has quickly won over both our patients and their people.

Karen

Dr Karen is one of the skilled veterinarians at the Hilton location. Born in England (yep! She’s a Pom!), Karen moved to Adelaide in 2014 with her husband and 2 children. According to Karen’s mum, when Karen was 11 years old, she suddenly announced she was going to be a vet. She did it and has been one for over 20 years now. Karen loves the variety of her job, with her passion being surgery and ultrasonography. Keeping her busy is her Alaskan Malamute Slugsy. Being brought up with motorbikes, Karen got her licence when she turned 30. She loves the feeling of freedom riding the bike brings.

Alison

Dr Jocelyn is the newest vet to join our team, bringing a bubbly personality and an insatiable curiosity for all things veterinary. After graduating from the University of Adelaide at the end of 2024, she’s excited to dive into life in small animal practice.

Fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin, Jocelyn loves building trusting relationships with clients from all walks of life. Her compassion and empathy - shaped by caring for her beloved blind dog for over a decade - shine through in the attentive care she gives every patient.

When she’s not studying the latest journal articles or being mentored by our senior vets (while quickly finding her own feet), you’ll find her sketching in her notebook. As a proud dog mum of two back home in Hong Kong, she’s no stranger to wagging tails and wet noses - and can’t wait to meet yours!

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Meet Dr Andi! With years of experience under her belt, Dr Andi is a much-loved member of our team who truly adores pets of all shapes and sizes. She has a special passion for ultrasound work, where her sharp eye and gentle hands help us uncover what’s going on beneath the surface to give our patients the very best care.

Known for her caring nature and calm approach, Dr Andi takes the time to make both pets and their people feel comfortable and supported. Whether it’s a tiny kitten or a giant breed dog, she treats every patient as if they were her own. We’re so lucky to have her expertise, compassion, and love for animals here at the clinic

Alison

Alison is our general manager for both practices. With a love for learning, she has far too many qualifications, certificates and degrees to mention. She started with us in 2000 and is our longest-standing team member. Ali gets the most satisfaction from seeing individuals within our team grow and reach their unknown potential. She doesn’t give up easily! She has a Labrador mix called Harper and a domestic long-haired cat named Bumblebee. Oh, and she’s a keen DIYer with a passion for trying all her saved Pinterest projects!

Jess

Born and raised in South Australia, Jess is our dedicated client relations coordinator. Having worked in the education system for many years, Jess joined us in 2022 after deciding that she wanted to pursue a career working in a veterinary clinic.

Jess currently has two rescue dogs named Willow and Penny, who have been a challenge and a blessing in disguise, furthering her passion for dog training. On the weekends, you can find them out competing in a wide range of sports, from agility to tricks.

Hannah

SA born and raised, Hannah always knew she wanted a career working with animals. Pets make Hannah happy, and in return, she wants to help make a difference in the lives of the patients she meets. Her passion for building trust with clients, and her patience in providing comfort to worried pets, make Hannah the perfect inpatient nurse. She is the hand for your pets to hold when you can’t be there.

At home, Hannah’s fur family includes Ruby the Boxer (a clumsy, stubborn, crazy lap dog) and Oliver, a domestic short-haired (the unpredictable one - there’s one in every family!) In her downtime, Hannah loves gardening, playing soccer and spending time with her partner, friends and family.

Sandi

Born and raised in South Australia, Jemma’s passion for animals started at a young age. Growing up on an acreage with horses, donkeys, cows, dogs, and rabbits, a career in veterinary nursing was a natural progression. Volunteering in South Africa, Jemma’s passion for helping animals grew tenfold. Upon returning home, she immediately started her journey to become a veterinary nurse.

Jemma joined our team in 2021. Learning all areas of nursing, Jemma is passionate about companion animals and is committed to treating all pets like her own.

At home, Jemma enjoys the company of her Labrador, Evie, who is her best friend. Jemma enjoys going on hike adventures and exploring new nature walks with Evie by her side.

Katrina

Born and raised in the southern suburbs of Adelaide, Sandi started her animal care journey volunteering at the Adelaide Zoo and RSPCA Lonsdale Shelter. Sandi’s passion for animal care led her to study animal studies focusing on wildlife and companion animals and then completing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. Upon completion of her studies, Sandi started her career in the animal industry and joined our team in 2021.

Sandi spends her spare time exploring different walking trails with her Chihuahua Chewy and enjoying leisure time at home with Cookie, a domestic short hair, and her beloved partner Daniel.

Megan

Hailey’s love of animals has shaped her journey through the world of veterinary science. After completing a Bachelor of Animal Science at the University of Adelaide and her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing through TAFE SA, she’s continued to build her skills by undertaking a Veterinary Technology program at the University of Adelaide. Before joining our team, she worked at Petbarn, where she built her communication and customer service skills and even ran puppy preschool and adult beginner training classes.

Her calm, gentle nature makes her a reassuring presence for both pets and their people, and she especially enjoys spending time in consults helping clients feel comfortable and cared for. Hailey is always eager to learn new things and is particularly interested in developing her skills in anaesthesia, medical nursing, and consultations - bringing warmth and kindness to every shift.

Megan

As the friendly face who greets you at the front desk, Bridget is dedicated to making every visit a positive one. With excellent time management, attention to detail, and a warm smile at the ready, she ensures clients feel welcome, supported, and understood from the moment they walk through our doors.

Bridget has a passion for the veterinary industry and loves building lasting relationships with both pets and their people. She’s always happy to offer help, a reassuring word, or a well-timed treat to make every visit as comfortable and stress-free as possible.

Megan

A qualified Veterinary Nurse with over 13 years in the industry, Monique blends her love of patient care with a growing passion for developing and supporting our team. With her background in surgery and gentle handling skills, she’s dedicated to making every visit as calm and positive as possible for both pets and their people.

Always up for a challenge, Monique is honing her leadership skills to help our clinic thrive, guiding the team with equal parts compassion, organisation, and infectious laughter.

Outside of work, you’ll find her exploring with her son Ethan, camping by the water, or surrounded by her fur family - bulldog Narlah, golden retriever Gus, and two very opinionated cats.

She keeps our days running smoothly and our spirits lifted - and we wouldn’t have it any other way.

Sandi

Adelaide born and bred, and always a southern girl, Megan started her journey by being a wildlife volunteer. Quickly realising her dream, she began studying for her nursing certificate. Through work experience at O’Halloran Hill, she ‘Wowed’ the team so much that she was offered a nursing position. Megan’s passion for outpatient nursing developed from her love of helping patients and developing bonds with her clients. She aspires to study in the field of compassion nursing. The biggest nerd of the team, Megan’s obsessions include Supernatural, Batman, Star Wars (original trilogy) and Harry Potter (if there’s a collectable, she will buy it!).

Jemma

With her bright smile and gentle nature, Emily is one of the welcoming faces you’ll see at our front desk. After several years working at a busy Sydney veterinary clinic, she brings valuable experience in reception, organisation, and client care - always ensuring every visit starts with a warm and friendly first impression.

Soft-spoken and eager to learn, Emily has a natural talent for making clients feel comfortable and supported. She’s recently enrolled to begin her veterinary nursing studies and is excited to keep growing her skills while helping pets and their people feel at home in our clinic.

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Vicky is one of the friendly faces you’ll see at our Hilton clinic, where she helps keep our busy days running smoothly. Always ready with a warm welcome and a cheerful chat, she makes sure every client and their pet feel at ease from the moment they walk through our doors.

Often spotted with her phone camera at the ready, Vicky loves capturing happy snaps of our patients to share on our social media. Her bright energy and love for celebrating our furry visitors make her a valued part of the team - and a favourite among our four-legged stars!

Jemma