Burleigh Waters

Dr Maree Doolan

Veterinarian

Maree initially worked as an RN at the beginning of her career. After a decade, her deep-seated love for pets and their people led her back to university, where she completed her veterinary degree at the University of Queensland in 2006.

In 2007, Maree and her family relocated to Oregon, where Maree gained diverse experience in various veterinary settings. She completed an Emergency and Critical Care internship at DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital in Portland. She then continued her veterinary work in emergency, general practice, and specialist hospitals, honing her skills and adapting to different challenges in the field.

Maree recognizes the value of communication in treatment success and is dedicated to continuously learning new skills and developing a more robust understanding of veterinary medicine and care.

This year, Maree and her family returned to the beautiful Gold Coast, bringing with them one perfect Labrador retriever, Bruce, and two gorgeous bonded cats, Albert and Ladybird. Maree loves walking on the beach with Bruce and spending time with her family and friends.

Dr Sarah Zhang

Veterinarian
Sarah grew up in the sunny city of Brisbane. She moved to Perth to study veterinary medicine and graduated from Murdoch University in 2011. She started working as GP in South Australia before transitioning to emergency medicine in Melbourne.

Looking for bigger adventures, she spent the next few years as an ER vet in the US, working with specialists and GP vets. After travelling around the USA and seeking warmer climate, Sarah returned to Australia and joined the team at Greencross Vets Burleigh Waters. She is looking forward to getting to know all the wonderful pets and owners on the Gold Coast.

Away from the clinic she likes traveling, reading, exploring the Gold Coast region and spending time with family and friends.

Dr Roxanne Konig

Veterinarian

Roxy graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2012 and spent the next seven years working in the USA alongside both GP’s and Specialists.
It was here she developed a special interest in soft tissue surgery and urgent care. Roxy has always loved animals and am passionate about their care from puppyhood to geriatric stages.
At home, she has an energetic Pointer, Tucker and a beautiful cat, Sally.

Dr Josephine Hartono

In 2017 Josie graduated with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) from the University of Queensland. She have previously worked in Greencross clinics in NSW before joining the team at Burleigh Waters mid 2019.

Josie is passionate about small animal medicine and has been involved in international veterinary volunteer programs in Fiji, South Africa and Sri Lanka. Her goal is to provide the best care possible to allow owners to have a happy and healthy relationship with their furry creatures.

At home, she has a handsome German Shephard named Rocky and a cheeky rescued ginger cat named George. Away from the clinic she likes to go bushwalking, camping and spending time with friends and family.

Alana

Veterinary Nurse and Practice Manager

Alana has been with Greencross Vets since 2015. Starting as a trainee, she now holds a Certificate IV Vet Nursing Qualification, and Mental Health First Aid accreditation.

She has a beautiful dog called Kat and Burmese cat called Oscar Dogue (Alana has a great sense of humour!)

Now as a Practice Manager, Alana continues her passion in Nutrition and is always willing to provide advice to help your pets stay happy & healthy.

Ronelle Duce

Head Veterinary Nurse

Aruha

Veterinary Nurse

Aruha has been part of our Burleigh team since 2022 after completing her Bachelor of Veterinary Technology at University of Queensland and Certificate II in Animal Studies. She has a strong passion for animals and is dedicated to providing quality care and service to each patient who comes through the door.

Outside of work you can find her eating out at cafes or lifting weights at the gym.

Jake

Veterinary Nurse

Jake is one of our clinics rising nurses, he has completed his Certificate III in Animal Studies at TAFE Qld in 2021. As Greencross Vets is in partnership with the TAFE of Queensland, Jake was the recipient of the Intern program and is currently completing his Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing.

Jake’s passion for caring for your pet, is continually inspired by the bond he shares with his own dog, Benji the Groodle. He enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine and is driven to maintain the highest standards of care.

Pam Berthelot

Veterinary Nurse

Pam moved from France to Australia at the age of 18 and went on to complete her Certificate IV, and II in Animal Studies and is a fully qualified Veterinary Nurse.
She has an undeniable passion for all animals, loves exercising, gardening and DIY/small home improvements.
Pam is a pet parent to Feather a cat who is 15years old, with a snow white fur, one green eye, one blue eye. Without a doubt Pam, loves fostering cats and to date has rehomed 21 kittens.

Michelle Daly

Veterinary Nurse

Michelle became a nurse following the completion of her intern program with TAFE and Greencross Vets and now holds a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. Michelle loves all aspects of nursing, particularly the nursing of our clinic’s hospital patients.

Outside of work, Michelle loves to travel and is always planning her next trip. At home she has a Labrador named Max and two cats, Nala and Tate.

Nicole Sieg

Veterinary Nurse

Nicole has been in the veterinary industry since 2013 and recently joined our Burleigh Waters team in 2023 as one of our receptionists. Prior to this, Nicole spent a few years living, travelling and working around Australia in her van with her dog “Jordy” before settling home on the Gold Coast.

Since returning to work, Nicole prefers welcoming our wonderful clients and patients at reception but still utilises her nursing skills regularly.
Nicole is a thrill-seeker and absolutely loves an adventure! She has jumped off the highest bungee bridge in the world and enjoys the outdoors and embarking on travel adventures.