The Pet Medical Team

Pet Medical is the culmination of almost 25 years of experience in veterinary services. Every member of our Pet Medical team are passionate about animals and dedicated in providing veterinary excellence, every time, for our clients and patients.

Dr Peta Gay Railton

BVM&S, MRCVS, Director

Peta Gay graduated from the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh in 1993. Since immigrating to Australia in 1998, Peta Gay has worked in rural practice in Victoria and NSW with a keen interest and further studies in surgery. She has been passionate about animals from a young age, and cherishes the trust that comes with taking the time and effort to make friends with her patients. 

Dr Rachel Nugent

BVSc MANzCVS

Rachel graduated from Bristol University in 1999. She is an avid cat lover, having completed her post graduate foundation course in feline medicine in 2014. Rachel has also completed continuing education courses in emergency care, animal behaviour and cardiology.

Dr April Brenan

BVSc(Hons)

April graduated from the University of Queensland in 2008. She has developed a strong interest in internal and emergency medicine, and is passionate about providing a low stress environment for her clients. April has completed courses in toxicology and poisons, ultrasonography, cardiology and medicine. 

Dr Chelsea Whytcross

BVSc

Chelsea graduated from James Cook University in 2012. She enjoys all aspects of small animal veterinary medicine and is passionate about providing a high level of service to our clients. Chelsea is also part of our Management Team. 

Dr Cate Plummer 

BVSc BSc(Vet) (Hons)

Cate graduated from the University of Sydney and has over 30 years experience in veterinary medicine. Having had a long association with Pet Medical, most recently, Cate has spent the past 6 years, establishing a new veterinary clinic for Pet Medical based in Milsons Point, Sydney. Cate has returned to the Upper Hunter and works out of the Scone clinic two days per week. Cate has a keen interest in all aspects of small animal practice, especially Behaviour.

Dr Isla Railton

BVetBiol/BVetSc

Isla graduated from Charles Sturt University in 2024 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science. She has a strong passion for small animal surgery and is dedicated to expanding her knowledge and skills in this area. From a young age, Isla has been drawn to animals and has always aspired to become a veterinarian. She is passionate about delivering exceptional animal care and continually seeks to advance her expertise to make a positive impact on the lives of her patients.

Dr Lily Morris

BVetBiol/BVetSc

Lily graduated from Charles Sturt University in 2026 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science. Having known from a young age that she wanted to become a veterinarian, Lily has a genuine passion for working with animals and enjoys all aspects of small animal practice. Lily is dedicated to continually developing her knowledge and skills to provide thoughtful, compassionate care to her patients and their families. 

Bec Kiem

Bec
Clinic Co-ordinator

Zarli
Nurse Clinician | SNIP Program Founder

Tiffany
Nurse Clinician

Lisa
Senior Consult Nurse

Emma
Head of Anaesthesia & Surgical Nursing

Eloise
Senior Consult Nurse

Nicole
Consult Nurse

Amanda
Wildlife Coordinator | Nurse Clinician

Bonnie
Senior Hospital Nurse | SNIP Program Assistant

Melissa
Nurse

Bella
Nurse

Jaz
Nurse

Pauline
Nurse

Sophie
Nurse

Chelsea
Nurse

Caitlyn
Nurse

Agatha
Nurse | Reception

Alison
Reception

Brittany
Reception

Rebecca
Reception / Nurse

Kelly
Marketing