Robyn

Robyn was born in the North West of England and spent her young adult life travelling and working around Europe. She settled in Australia over a decade ago, hitting the ground running by starting her nursing career as an intern with Greencross Vets.

Having completed her Certificate II in nursing with record timing Robyn was offered a full ride scholarship, only given to those showing the most promise and dedication.

When she is not in clinic, Robyn can be found having adventures around the Gold Coast with her Husband and two Jack Russells, Barney and Lexi.

Dr. Richard Humphreys

Veterinary Director

Dr. Richard graduated in 2017 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) from the University of Queensland. He then went on to be selected for an internship at the University of Queensland Veterinary Medical Centre for a year before moving onto the Gold Coast.

Professionally, he enjoys many aspects of veterinary medicine, specifically dermatology, medical imaging, anaesthesia and emergency medicine.

At home he has two cats named Toby and Einstein, who are absolutely the cheekiest fur children. When he is not in the clinic and not found entertaining his own fur babies he enjoys gardening, and travelling.

Dr. Colleen Heffernan

Veterinarian

Dr. Colleen is our newest vet who graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science with Honors and started with Greencross Vets in the New Graduate program. Colleen has a professional interest in shelter medicine and hopes to one day use her knowledge and carrier to travel the world.

Colleen owns two very mischievous Kelpie X brothers named Tobias and Albert. Outside of the clinic, Colleen loves spending time with friends and visiting family and on her time off she loves to relax with a good Netflix movie. When the sun is shining she can be found at the beach soaking up the sun and surf.

Georgina Mann

Veterinary Nurse

Georgina is a Veterinary Nurse with a Certificate IV with a strong interest in surgical nursing. She started with Greencross Vets in 2016 and owns two cats, a dog and a horse. Away from the clinic Georgina spends most of her free time with her animals.

Dr. Elana Meyering

Associate Veterinarian

Elana moved to Australia from South Africa in 2016 along with her husband Peter and has been working in small animal general practice prior to relocating. She has been part of the Greencross Vets team for over five years.
Elana’s fur-babies at home include one precious kitty and two sweet little fancy rats. When she is not in the clinic, she enjoys going for a hike and also loves relaxing with a good book and a hot cup of tea.