Upper Coomera

Dr Karissa Trotter

Veterinarian

Dr Karissa graduated in 2014 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) from the University of Queensland. She has worked in mixed practice in New South Wales, and small animal practices on the Gold Coast.

Professionally, Karissa enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine with a keen interest in dentistry and internal medicine. She loves getting to know all the clients and their lovely pets.

Outside of work, Karissa enjoys spending time with her fiancé and their three Chihuahuas (Millie, Pixie and Roxie).

Gabi Terihaj

Receptionist

Gabi is self-confessed “crazy cat lady (who also loves dogs… and all other animals!)”. She is a devoted pet mother to two cats – Benjamin-Button and Trevor-Leanne, and a sassy little dog named Poppy.

Gabi has dedicated 14 years to working in animal welfare and various roles in vet clinics; as well as raising four special-needs pets. Being involved in treatments for a huge range of illnesses, injuries and life stages, has given her valuable knowledge, empathy and understanding which influences her ability to support all her patience and their families. Each day she feels that a growing passion and joy to help animals and their people. Professionally, Gabi particularly has an interest in reducing stress for your pet at the clinic, and she can’t wait to become best friends with your furry family members!

Danielle Assen

Head Veterinary Nurse

Danielle has been working as a nurse for seven years in a large animal clinic which she still does two days a week. She has also studied Applied Science, majoring in Equine studies at the University of Queensland, Gatton. Danielle loves working with all animals, but has a particular interest and love in Surgery nurse.

Outside of the clinic, Danielle will be enjoying time on her farm with all six of her horses and her Forster dog. She has a particular love for German Shepard as she has grown up around them.

Madi Martin

Hi, my name is Madi! I began working at the wonderful Coomera clinic whilst studying my certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2018. From a very young age I have always had a way with animals! My passion is to help and care for animal’s great and small. Some may call me the Ace Ventura of Coomera! In my spare time, I love spending time with my fur babies. My home is always open for any animals in need. I pride myself on making your pet’s experience at the vet stress free and an enjoyable time for everybody!

Shivaun O’Leary

Veterinary Nurse

Shivaun Completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2016 and has been working for Greencross since then, transferring from Sydney to the beautiful Goldcoast in 2019 and is now a full time staff member at Upper Coomera. She shares her home with her husband, daughter and cat Azzy. She has always loved animals and would love to have more fur babies if the cat will let her! She is currently studying the Hills nurse nutrition course to further her knowledge in this area and become a nutrition guru.

Aileen Coles

Aileen has always had a strong passion for animals and is well known for her high standards of care and dedication to providing strong service to patients and their owners. She has been working as a veterinary nurse for over 10 years  and you’ll often find her at the back of the clinic cuddling puppies and kittens or greeting her valued clients and their furry friends at reception! She is well known for her kind, generous and friendly manner.  She is a proud ower of two handsome cats George and Nikko and a dog named Oscar.