Peter is the owner and veterinary surgeon of the practice and qualified from Murdoch University in Perth, Western Australia in 1982. After working in the Kimberley region of northern W.A. for 4 years, he came to the UK in 1987 and worked in a large practice concentrating on small animals in East Molesey, Surrey. In 1991, he and his Partner John Ball acquired the Aspen Veterinary Surgery in Tolworth, then in 1996 they bought McFarlane and Associates, now Ewell Veterinary Centre from Bob McFarlane. Outside the practice, he plays tennis and golf and is a keen follower of Aussie Rules football. He is married to Penny and they have three daughters, his dog.

Suzie graduated from Bristol Veterinary School in 2015. She started her veterinary career doing both equine and small animal work in Devon, before switching to small animal practice only. After two years, Suzie decided it was time to move back towards her home in South West London and joined us, splitting her time between Aspen and our sister branch in Ewell. She enjoys all aspects of veterinary work but has a particular interest in ultrasound and medicine work ups. Outside of work, Suzie enjoys spending time with her horse Tabby, keeping fit and catching up with friends and family.

Amy originally graduated with a degree in marine conservation however decided she wanted to pursue her childhood dream of working as a vet nurse. Amy has been nursing for over 12 years and became a Registered Vet Nurse in March 2012. Amy loves all animals and has had a variety of pets over the years such as cats, dogs and reptiles. She enjoys walking and outdoor activities as well as yoga, photography and painting.

Taylor joined Aspen at the start of 2016, working as a Saturday animal care assistant whilst studying Animal Management at Nescot College. Taylor studied at Nescot for 3 years. While there she looked after, cared for and learnt about the many different animals on their care unit. She now works with us full time and is soon going off to veterinary college to become a qualified veterinary nurse. She also has a lovely rescue dog called Faith who is a Ridgeback cross Staffordshire bull terrier.

James joined us in January 2020, on a student placement from his Veterinary Nursing degree at Middlesex University. He was such a brilliant addition to the team we couldn’t bare to see him go. He returned to us in July to help during the Covid crisis and hopes to continue his placements with us until he qualifies. James comes with plenty of diverse experience having worked for the NHS in the Pharmacy department, has undertaken a nutrition course, competed in kickboxing and worked in Waitrose! We look forward to helping him develop into the fantastic Registered Veterinary Nurse we know he will be.

Marilyn has been our head receptionist for many years. She lives locally with her husband Nigel and 3 rescue cats. She enjoys long country walks, keeping fit and holidays in the sun!

Claire joined our team in November 2012. She decided on a complete career change after being made redundant from her previous job. She has always wanted to work in a veterinary environment and is really enjoying her role. She has 3 children, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 2 horse's and 6 chickens! Her hobbies include power walking and cycling whenever she gets the chance!

Karen has joined us after 17 years experience of being a veterinary receptionist. She has a real passion for all animals and is very welcoming to all our clients in the waiting room! She has three rescue animals - Rolo the dog, and her two cats Mischief (who lives up to his name) and Little Pip.

Outside of work, Karen enjoys walking, sunshine, drawing and meeting up with friends and family.