Our Team

Our Vets

Dr Pey Hor

Veterinarian BVSc MANZCVS (Small Animal Dentistry and Oral Surgery)

Dr Pey graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2013. Being a vet was her childhood dream, little did she know her dream would grow to more than just helping all the animals she deeply cared for. She also wants to build positive relationships with all those in the community. Pey has worked at a number of vet clinics and hospitals across Melbourne and London, and enjoys all aspects of general practice, with particular interests in Dermatology and Dentistry.

In 2024 Pey attained memberships to the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Small Animal Dentistry and Oral Surgery. In that same year Pey took over the role of practice owner at Middle Brighton Veterinary Centre after working alongside her predecessors Drs Murray Collings and Anna Platt. Pey’s vision is to create a space where pets are adored and love coming to visit, clients feel comfortable and supported to be the best pet parents they can be, and the amazing veterinary staff thrive and are passionate about playing a role in your pet’s journey to health and happiness.

Pey is a proud pet-parent herself to ginger cat Captain Hook and French Bulldog Richie-Rich. On her holidays, Pey loves to travel with her family, and will seek out destinations where she can go skiing or scuba-diving.

Dr Maria Lydon

Veterinarian

Dr Maria is a terrific addition to our team and comes all the way from Ireland having graduated from Dublin University in 2014.

Maria made her way down under to Australia and has worked in GP practice and Emergency. She has a wealth of knowledge and skills and has a caring and thoughtful bedside manner. 

Maria came to us as a locum vet but loved it so much she is staying on part time – Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Dr Kirsty Tepper

Veterinarian

Dr Kirsty has been a vital member of our Vet Team since 2015. Kirsty is an experienced, caring Veterinarian and loves those complex cases!

Kirsty graduated from Melbourne University in 2002. Since then she has continued updating her knowledge by completing distance education courses and in 2013 she became a Member of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in the field of Small Animal Internal Medicine.

Kirsty shares her home with her partner, two young children and a young kitten, Walter completes the family.

Currently Kirsty is working on weekends.

Dr Rachel Kirchheimer

Veterinarian BVetMed (Hons) CertAVP

Dr Rachel graduated with Honours from the Royal Veterinary College, London in 2007. She always wanted to be a vet and follow in her mum’s footsteps. After working in the UK for a few years she moved to Melbourne and has been a bayside resident ever since. She has completed a certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice and has a particular interest in soft tissue surgery and geriatric medicine. She loves getting to know clients and working with them to provide the best possible care for their pets, so that they lead a happy and healthy life.

Outside of work Rachel can be found walking her Border Terrier, Edie, looking after her two young children and playing lacrosse – she has represented both England and Australia at the World Championships.

Dr Greg Feng

Veterinarian DVM

Dr Greg found himself drawn towards veterinary medicine after releasing a keen interest in biology during high school, which blossomed into a yearning for learning about medicine. Given his sister was aiming to become human doctor, he decided that animals were much cuter patients and dove headfirst into the veterinary field.

Before arriving at MBVC, Greg spent a few years in general practice up in Whittlesea, before completing an internship in small animal internal medicine last year. He is passionate about small animal internal medicine and helping owners and pets. He is currently working towards higher education in small animal internal medicine.

When not at work, Greg enjoys baking and bouldering.

Our Vet Nurses & Hospital Staff

Steph L

Qualified Veterinary Nurse 

 Steph came to MBVC as a new graduate nurse a number of years ago, ready to take on the world with her experiences with birds and emergency ICU work.

 Sarah

Veterinary Nurse

Ankita

Veterinary Nurse Assistant

Ankita is a valued team member – caring, considerate and very conscientious. 

Ankita comes from Pune, a city close to Mumbai, India, where she studied Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry. After graduation Ankita worked in a clinic as a vet in India, for a year prior to arriving in Melbourne. Currently Ankita is studying for a Masters degree in Public Health but does hope to study for Veterinary registration so she can practice as a vet in Australia.

Ankita’s role with our team is the smooth running of surgeries and hospital cases as well as caring for our furry friends in our Cattery.

In her spare time Ankita keeps up her language skills, she is able to speak 3 languages, she also loves to dance and read. She is pictured here with the very gorgeous Golden Retriever, Wally.

Jack

Hospital Attendant

Jack is one of our hospital attendants, where his passion for animals shines through in every task he undertakes.

Inspired by his daily interactions with furry patients, Jack is planning to commence his study to become a qualified vet nurse later this year.

Jack is picture here with one of our beautiful friend, Nelson.

Larissa

Veterinary Nurse – Trainee

Larissa is a local having completed Year 12 in 2023 and is embarking on her Vet Nursing career with us.  She has completed her Cert II in Vet Nursing and hopes to start her Cert IV in 2024.

Larissa is works to help out at Reception, in the consult room to help the process of outpatient patient care run smoothly. She also looks after the Cats in the morning and also works behind the scenes our Hospital assisting nurses as they care for the patients as they recovery from surgery, caring for those sick in hospital and ensures the smooth running of our clinic

Caring and compassionate with a soft spot for cats, Larissa is pictured here, with one of our boarders getting a loving scratch. 

Tess

Hospital & Cattery Attendant

Tess is a local University student currently studying Veterinary Science at Melbourne University & works mainly in the hospital and cattery. She cares for the surgery patients getting them ready to be re united with their owners and ensuring the smooth running of our hospital – ready for the next day – what ever that may be!

Pictured here on placement – giving a cute pony a loving neck scratch!

Our Reception Team

Steph G

Head Receptionist 

Steph G is our star receptionist who instantly puts you at ease on arrival at the clinic or when speaking to her on the other end of the phone!

When not on the phone or at the desk taking care of clients and their pets, she is working busy behind the scenes helping out with Practice Managment.

She has a great love for all animals and a very caring nature and loving pet parent to Riggs, a spirited Staffy and his younger brother, Roger, also a Staffy!

Ash

Receptionist

Meet Ash, the mother of 3 beautiful cats Nellie, Zui and Frank.

A friendly smile awaits you at our clinic, all thanks to our dedicated vet receptionist, Ash. With a true passion for animals and a heart full of empathy, Ash plays a pivotal role in ensuring that both pets and their owners feel comfortable and well-cared for from the moment they walk through our doors.

Her ability to connect with people and animals alike makes her an indispensable part of our team. So, the next time you visit our clinic, be sure to say hello to Ash.

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