Our team consists of veterinarians, veterinary nurses and veterinary technicians, all bring different strengths to the practice. All are enthusiastic, very approachable and endeavour to work with you in keeping your pet healthy. Our team works well together as a unit but also value continuity of care, so if there is a certain vet that you would like to see please don’t hesitate to make a request when you book your appointment.
Dr Karen McCormick – Principal Veterinarian
Dr Karen McCormick began at Nundah Village Veterinary Clinic in 2008 as the principal Veterinarian and Partner. Karen has a long
history in the veterinary world and brings a wealth of
skills and knowledge to the clinic. As a Nundah local,
Karen is very involved in the community and takes pride
in sharing that spirit with the people and pets she sees in
the clinic. Karen has a young daughter Hazel who shares
her keen interest in science and nature. She shares her
home with her husband & daughter, and their fur family
including a long-legged rescue greyhound, two fluffy ginger cats and a hive of native bees.
Dr Kim McMahon – Veterinarian
Dr Kim has worked with this team since graduating from vet school over 15 years ago. Her passion has always been animal behaviour and the human animal bond. Kim reports she is constantly amazed by the difference
pets can make to our wellbeing and us to theirs. She currently
volunteer for the Compass institute, raising puppies who will
eventually become assistance dogs for children with Autism, and
is studying for her membership in veterinary behaviour so that she
may be able to help pets that may have had challenging
starts to life or are struggling with complex behavioural issues.
Kim would also like to help people choose the right pet for their
circumstances to help enhance the bond between pets and
families, as she has seen the positive effect this can have. Kim lives with
two boys aged 2 and 4 who keep her very busy, along with 5 chickens, a new cavoodle puppy (who accidentally fell into their laps), Caddy her current puppy in training and her very understanding husband. Kim looks forward to meeting you and your pet soon.
Dr Samantha Macuga – Veterinarian
Amy Thorpe – Team Leader Veterinary Technician
Amy has wanted to work with animals for as long as she can remember. As a child Amy owned many animals including cats, dogs, fish, mice, birds and even silk worms! She currently live with her 2 cats, Storm and Captain Jack.
Amy has a keen interest in anaesthetics and surgical nursing and is planning to study Veterinary Science in the future, and eventually do some work with big cats. In her spare time Amy likes to play online games and play the drums.
Sam Buechler – Team Leader Veterinary Nurse
Temeni Milne – Veterinary Nurse
Tem started working with Nundah Village Veterinary Clinic whilst undertaking her studies, and graduated with her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in 2018.
Her cat Peter is a much loved part of her family, and this love extends to all the animals she see’s in the clinic. Tem is currently working to get our clinic accredited as a recognised ‘cat friendly’ clinic.
Kristen Owens – Veterinary Technician
Kristen graduated from University of Queensland in 2014 with a Veterinary Technician degree. Since this time she has been working with Cleveland Vet Clinic. At home Kristen has a pet cat, Abigail and a 15 year old border collie called Jessie. Kristen has a strong interest in imaging and medical nursing.
Chloe Church – Animal Attendant
Chloe has recently started her journey working with animals. She is currently working towards her certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. She has always loved connecting with animals from a young age, and is passionate about domestic care and wildlife conservation for animals. Outside of her studies and work, Chloe enjoys hiking, bird watching and visiting her family on the Sunshine Coast.
Tahnee Boucaut – Practice Manager & Veterinary Nurse
Tahnee first started working with the clinic in 2009 as a Veterinary Nurse. She relocated away from Brisbane for a couple of years, and when she returned to Brisbane in 2014, came on board in the role of Practice Manager. Tahnee loves being able to work surrounded by a team who is so passionate about patient care.
Her young toddler, and a senior border collie (her first baby!!) keep her entertained outside of work. With her family, Tahnee enjoys nothing more than a weekend away camping, feet in the sand and getting some quiet time!