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Dr Cassandra Karipa

Veterinary Associate

Dr Cassie has always been passionate about animals and first started working in veterinary clinics as a kennel hand when she was just a teenager. She graduated from the University of Queensland in 2016 and has been working in clinics on the Gold Coast since.

Dr Cassie resonates with the quote “When I look into the eyes of an animal, I do not see an animal. I see a living being. I see a friend. I feel a soul.” She enjoys getting to know you and your pet and working together to make them as healthy and happy as she can.

Outside of the clinic Dr Cassie enjoys going to the beach, trying different restaurants, travelling and spending time with her family which includes a Birman X called Whisky and a Cavoodle named Guinness.

Ps. We’ve heard Dr Cassie can be a bit overzealous giving out treats in consult 😉

Katelyn Keedle

Practice Manager

Katelyn is born and bred on the Gold Coast and has been working with our Greencross Vets team since 2013. She begun working as a volunteer and then moved into a Veterinary Nursing position while completing her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. After 6+ years of nursing she decided to take the leap and move into a management position where she loves getting to know the clients and broadening her skills. She is passionate about all aspects of the veterinary industry, not only helping pets, but also providing the best care to their owners is what makes her job so rewarding.

Katelyn lives with her husband and two beautiful but cheeky cats, Boo and Leo. She is very much a cat person but she has always had her heart set on owning a Pug and could also easily have a miniature goat and a few chickens if given half a chance!

Bonnie McMillan

Veterinary Nurse

From a young age Bonnie always had a deep compassion towards animals. Once old enough, she started volunteer work at local farms and animal shelters in Brisbane, helping in any way she could. Bonnie decided to move to the Gold Coast to pursue a career in veterinary nursing and went on to graduate with a Certificate III in Animal Studies and Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. She joined the Greencross Vets family in 2021 and adores every minute she is in clinic.

In her spare time, Bonnie loves spending time adventuring new places, trying new things, and of course spending time with my little crazy girl Wanda, a short haired domestic cat. She is very much a cat person but have always wanted a big Great Dane, when gets a house of my own!

Professionally, Bonnie is extremely passionate towards all aspects of the veterinary industry, treating each patient as if they were my own! As well as providing the best care and experience for all owners!

Rebecca Dorante

Receptionist/ Veterinary Nurse

Bec completed her certificate IV Veterinary Nursing in 2008, and has been working in small animal practices for over two decades. Growing up in Sydney, Bec relocated to the Gold Coast and spent a decade gaining experience in large veterinary hospitals prior to joining the Greencross team. Recently she decided to dedicate her time to client care and loves the fast pace nature of working at reception area and getting to know the pet parents.

At home, Bec lives with her husband and their two dogs and two cats.

Brooke Walker

Head Veterinary Nurse

Brooke graduated from the University of Queensland in 2016 with a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science- Veterinary Technology. She worked in various clinics and hospitals to develop a well-rounded scope of veterinary nursing experience before joining GreenCross in November 2021. Brooke strives to always continue learning and developing new skills- particularly enjoying the anaesthesia, surgery and dentistry components of her work. She is a proud pet parent to Harley the Kelpie and Buttermuffin the corgi cross.

Dr Danielle Edge

Veterinary Director

Dr Danni has been a vet since 2007 and has been with Greencross Vets for her entire career.

With her love for animals starting at a young age, it is no surprise that her passion for helping animals shines through every interaction she has with her clients and patients. Dr Danni takes serious ownership of her patients’ health and is extremely invested in providing the highest and most personalised standard of veterinary care.

Dr Danni is a compassionate vet and prides herself on “treating every pet as if they were her own”. Her philosophy has gained her votes from the Gold Coast community, placing her as the 5th best vet in the Bulletin’s Best Vet Competition in 2018.

Since returning to work after maternity leave in 2020, Dr Danni is excited to be back in clinic treating all her patients. Dr Danni shares her life with husband Rob, daughter Charlotte and her menagerie of rescued pets.