South Morang

Dr Matthew Legg

Veterinary Director

Dr Matthew Legg (Dr Matt) grew up in a small town in South Africa. After qualifying in 2011 from the University of Pretoria, Onderstepoort, he started his career as a mixed animal practitioner honing his skills in large animal work, and especially equine work. He then joined a small animal practice in his hometown prior to moving to Australia in 2016.

Matt moved into Regional Victoria where he joined a mixed animal practice and helped with the start-up of a new clinic. In 2020 he joined the Greencross group and is now the current Vet Director at South Morang.

In his spare time, he enjoys cycling, fishing and the outdoors. He has four pets – two rabbits, and two cats, along with his wife and two beautiful daughters. His veterinary interests lie in pathology and ophthalmology of small animals.

Dr Ellen Pieper

Veterinarian

Dr Ellen was raised with the love of many pets, including her German shepherd, cockatiel, budgies, rabbits, guinea pigs and fish. Ellen graduated with a Bachelor in Biomedicine (Hons) in 2015 and initially worked as a cancer genetic counsellor. During the next years, Ellen was managing the health of her own pets and felt there could be better veterinary care and advocacy for more diverse pet species. She pursued the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Melbourne, and during these years worked part-time as an exotics veterinary nurse. She joined the Greencross group as a new graduate veterinarian in 2024.

Ellen currently shares her home with two rescued rabbits, Potato and Hava. In her spare time, she enjoys fitness and loves outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing.

Dr Allen Yuen

Associate Veterinarian

Dr Allen Yuen graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2019 and has been working in various small animal practices across Melbourne. In 2023, he joined the dedicated team at Greencross South Morang, bringing his expertise and passion for animal care to our community.

Allen has a special interest in animal behaviour and soft tissue surgery, which allows him to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to his patients. He is committed to understanding the unique needs of each animal and ensuring their well-being through every stage of life.

Outside of work, Allen enjoys staying active by playing badminton, tennis, and basketball. He also loves going on adventures with his girlfriend and his grumpy toy poodle, Andre. Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, Allen is always ready to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds and provide exceptional care to their beloved pets.

Dr Samantha Schultz

Veterinarian

Dr Samantha Schultz grew up in a small town in rural Victoria. She qualified with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science from The University of Melbourne in 2013 and commenced working in a regional mixed practice, gaining experience in an array of small mammal, avian, reptile and large animal medicine and surgery.

She then moved into small animal and emergency practice and has worked part time in an exclusive small mammal exotic practice since 2017. Sam has been working as a locum/casual veterinarian for Greencross since 2018 and has worked across a number of clinics in the region. She has a particular interest in surgery and small mammal exotics.

When not at work Sam enjoys hiking, swimming, dancing and home renovation.

Noelle Clemow

Practice Manager

Noelle’s journey with Greencross Vets began over a decade ago as a Veterinary Nurse, and she has since progressed to the role of Practice Manager. Her love for animals has been a lifelong passion. At home and on her partner’s family farm, she enjoys the company of various animals, including horses, cattle, dogs, and fish. Noelle also has a new addition to her family Gus, a whippet-cross kelpie.

In her free time, Noelle loves photography, exploring Australia, camping and fishing. Her dream is to buy a farm with her partner, where she can welcome as many animals as she can.

Evangeline Hurrel

Veterinary Nurse

Evangeline started as a Veterinary Nurse in 2022 and is in the process of studying veterinary sciences at the University of Melbourne. When she was little, Evangeline found herself highly fascinated by chimpanzees, penguins and all sorts of exotic animals, inspiring her long-term goal of becoming a veterinarian.
When possible, Evangeline enjoys travelling back and forth to Canada (her home country) to ski, hike, and visit family. In her free time she also enjoys playing music, reading and looking after her plants.

Kiara Giampa

Veterinary Nurse

Kiara started at Greencross as a placement student in 2020 and the following year she was ecstatic to be offered a position at Greencross Vets. Kiara since has now completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. She has loved animals since the age of three years old and now has a little farm of her own with one dog, cats, two birds and one rabbit. Kiara hopes to become a Wildlife Carer as she would love to help and care for injured animals.

Scott Patterson

Senior Veterinary Nurse

Scott joined the Team at Greencross Vets in August 2017 as casual vet nurse, now currently working as full time vet nurse.

After finishing high school, his drive and passion to work with animals and his love for Australian wildlife lead him to become a wildlife carer. Scott has been caring for wildlife for 14 years, after a few years of wildlife caring he decided he wanted to further his knowledge by becoming a vet nurse. He started vet nursing in 2006 and hasn’t looked back since!

His deep love for animals means Scott is always surrounded with animals of all shapes and sizes. With 3 dogs, 2 cats, birds and tropical fish he is kept very busy and active at home – but wouldn’t have it any other way. In his spare time Scott loves to hit the town with friends and enjoys trying all the great coffee Melbourne has to offer.

Dr Pamela Oppenlander

Associate Veterinarian

Pam graduated from Melbourne University in 2007 and has been working in small animal practice since then. She joined the team at Greencross Hurstbridge in 2012. Pam has a special interest in feline medicine and has four of her own cats to keep her busy at home.