Since 1998, The team of Vets and Nurses at Torrens Road Vet Clinic have been looking after pets and their families in the western suburbs and surrounds of Adelaide.  Still independently owned and operated by founding Veterinarian, Dr Jenny Weston, the team pride themselves on open and honest communication with safe, reliable, and effective animal healthcare that puts pets and their families first.
  

Dr Jenny Weston

Veterinarian & Practice Owner (BSc, BVMS (Murdoch))

Jenny is the sole owner of Torrens Road Veterinary Clinic, which she designed and built in 1998.

A Murdoch University graduate, Jenny has been a practicing vet for over 30 years.  A highly respected member of the SA veterinary community, she is often sought for her industry opinion and expertise.  Continually learning, Jenny stays up to date with new medicines, surgery techniques and treatment protocols through ongoing education and attendance of industry conferences. 

Jenny's veterinary special interests include dermatology (skin problems), orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery, pin management, helping clients with (their pets) behaviour problems and helping owners to develop good socialisation and behavioural strategies, including puppy preschool.

Away from the clinic, Jenny and her husband David, together with their teenage boys love nothing more than spending time in the great outdoors, enjoying camping, 4WDing, hiking and are all well credentialed fishers.

Pictured with the family dog Bert, Jenny is proudly independently owned and works in the clinic on a daily basis.


Dr Barbara Wodecki

Veterinarian (BVSc)

Since 2017, Dr Barb has been caring for your pets at Torrens Road Vet.  At home, Barb is cared for by her cat (Carter) & dog (Penny Wong).

With an ongoing interest in further veterinary education, Barb has a special interest in dentistry and away from the clinic is a keen 'Gemologist'.


Dr Alana Kember

Veterinarian (BVSc (Vet Bio), DVM)

Dr Alana joined us as a new graduate vet from Adelaide Uni in 2021.  A self-confessed lover of scruffy dogs, terriers and wolfies, Alana has a special interest in surgery and supporting clients through difficult times.

Away from work, Alana likes to stay fit and when time permits, loves travelling abroad.


Peter Hutchison

Veterinarian (BVSc)

Peter is a highly experienced vet, who enjoys running, outdoor trails and all outdoor activities, including boating and fishing, horse riding and is a keen hobby farmer. Peter is also excellent with exotic pets and birds.


Ricky

Senior Vet Nurse (Cert 4 Vet Nursing, Dip. Animal Technology)

Since 2011, Ricky has been looking after you and your pets at Torrens Road Vet Clinic.  With extensive experience and knowledge of all things vet nursing, Ricky is a valuable and reliable member of the team.

Away from work (and sometimes at work), Ricky loves  all things Malamute, including showing and breeding some exemplary examples of the breed. Ricky and his fiancee also have a Collie rough (coat).

 


Lisa

Senior Vet Nurse (Cert 4 Vet Nursing)

Lisa is one of our most experienced nurses, having nursed in the area for 17 years!  Happily married with three young children, she is also the pet Mum of a chicken 'Chirpy' and 3 budgies 'Rinaldo, Bluey and Bell'.

Away from work, Lisa and her family love spending time together camping or at the local beach.


Mandy

Senior Vet Nurse (Dip. Professional Dog Training)

Mandy has been working at Torrens Road Vet for over 12 years and is a well loved and respected member of our team. With a CASI diploma in dog training, Mandy does conservation detection and search and rescue work (with her English Springer Spaniel 'Nessie' and Cocker Spaniel 'Hettie'.

Mandy has two adult kids and is a proud Nana to one Grandaughter!

 


Kira

Veterinary Nurse (Cert 4 Vet Nursing)

Kira has been working and training as a vet nurse at Torrens Road Vet since 2021. An avid cat-lover, Kira has two cats at home, Stripes & Fluffy.

Away from work Kira loves exploring the outdoors hiking and is an avid reader.

 


Jack

Trainee Veterinary Nurse (Cert 2 Animal Care, Cert 4 Vet Nursing (in progress))

Jack is one of our newer team members and is currently studying his Cert 4 in Vet Nursing. When not learning from our senior vets and nurses out out the back of the clinic, Jack can be found assisting clients and their pets in our reception area. Away from work, Jack likes hanging with his dog 'Ted', playing video games, touch footy and golf! 

 


  
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