Our Vets
Dr Rick Brown BVSc
Rick graduated with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science from the University of Sydney in 1987, and first worked in a mixed practice in Wellington, NSW before starting at Kardinia Veterinary Clinic in 1988 (way back when they serviced both the small and large animals of the Geelong region). He became a true Geelong-ite by purchasing his first Geelong Cats membership, but two years later and no Cats grand final win in sight, he decided to spread his wings and travelled to Africa, Europe and the UK, working in both England and Ireland. A few years later, he decided Geelong truly was the place to be, and with an Irish lass (NB: future wife) in tow, returned to Kardinia Veterinary Clinic where he became a partner.
Rick appreciates the human-animal bonds his clients have with their pets, just as his own pets are members of the family. Rick doesn't go a day without walking the family dog, and outside of work he loves camping, holidays, watching the Cats play, his Jumbuck Rotisserie and time spent with his wife and three children. When the work roster allows, he plays stunt double for Mr Steve Carrell.
Rick' special interests include eye procedures and dentistry.
Dr Fiona Wall BVSc
Fiona is a partner at Kardinia Veterinary Clinic. Fiona grew up in Geelong and completed her Veterinary degree at The University of Melbourne in 1988. She was approached to start work at Kardinia Veterinary Clinic as a new graduate and testament to the wonderful environment of staff, clients and owners she continues to enjoy this ongoing relationship to this day. In her early days at the clinic she enjoyed a mix of both large and small animals gaining extensive experience in all aspects of general surgery and medicine.
The clinic is now small animal orientated and she enjoys keeping up with the changing nature of medicine through continuing education and the wonderful relationships with clients/pets that have developed over the years and new ones that continue to develop.
While work keeps her busy, home life is also busy with a husband, 3 teenage children and a beautiful Labrador x (Matilda) and a ginger cat (Archie).
Dr Rod Ellis BVSc (Hons)
Dr Rod Ellis is a partner at Kardinia Veterinary Clinic. Graduating with Honours from the University of Melbourne in 1993, Rod is approaching 30 years' involvement in the veterinary industry. Rod has established himself as an accomplished veterinary surgeon with extensive experience across both large and small animals.
Rod has experience in regional veterinary clinics, including Ballarat, Warrnambool and the UK. He has been in Geelong since 1998, joining Kardinia Veterinary Clinic in 2003. Rod is a reliable, compassionate vet, and best demonstrates his expertise in general practice. Rod brings integrity to his interactions with pet owners, providing honest opinions and clearly explaining options.
Outside of work Rod is a dedicated family man, and spends much of his time supporting his family's sporting endeavours. Rod can often be found surfing along the Surf Coast or running along the clifftop trails.
Dr Geoff Davies BVSc
Honouring Geoff on an outstanding career. Celebrating the legacy of hard work and dedication he leaves behind.
Simply irreplaceable.
Congratulations on a well deserved retirement
Dr Georgia Wolff BVSc (Hons)
Georgia has had a passion for animals from a young age and has followed this in her career. Georgia completed a Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Biosciences at La Trobe University, during which time she did a placement at Kardinia Veterinary Clinic and fell in love with veterinary science. Georgia went on to study Veterinary Science at the University of Queensland, graduating with honours in 2017.
Georgia worked as a small animal veterinarian in Ipswich for 4 years prior to moving home to Victoria in 2021 and rejoining the Kardinia Veterinary Clinic team.
Georgia enjoys the challenges and rewards of working in small animal practice. And although she loves all creatures great and small, she is a self-professed dog lover.
When Georgia isn't at work she likes to take her rescue dog, Storm, on adventures. Georgia also has a keen interest in conservation, permaculture and music from all decades.
Dr David Hookey BVSc (Hons)
David moved to Portarlington in 2020 and joined Kardinia Veterinary Clinic during February 2022. David graduated from Melbourne University with VVSc (hons) in 1981 and started working in small animal practice in 1982 for a 2 year period.
David then moved to mixed dairy practice at Noorat in 1984 for a 3 year period before returning to small animal practice in Melbourne.
David went on to purchase a mixed beef/sheep/small animal practice after a further 3 year period and remained in practice for approximately 10 years, returning to Melbourne at that time taking up a position at Lort Smith animal hospital as an experienced surgeon where the caseload was heavy and varied until relocating to Portarlington.
David enjoys gardening and walking the family dogs along the beachfront.