Veterinary surgeons

Darren qualified from Cambridge University in 1997. He then spent six months volunteering as the vet in charge of a primate rehabilitation centre in Cameroon, West Africa, followed by two years working at a small animal veterinary practice in Nottingham. Darren joined Cedar Vets in 2000 and became a director in 2008. He is interested in all aspects of small animal practice, but is particularly interested in emergency medicine and surgery. As clinical director, Darren balances his clinical work with the running of the practice. He is passionate about the delivery of the highest standards of care to our patients. Darren lives in Ringwood with his wife Vikki, as well as a miniature Dachshund and cat named Lollipop and Pinot. He enjoys travelling, cooking and photography in his limited spare time.

Rory graduated from the University of Surrey in 2019 having previously completed a BioVeterinary Sciences degree at the Royal Veterinary College, London. He enjoys all aspects of general practice and is currently completing a four year Advanced Clinical Practitioner Programme and Masters degree with Nottingham Vet School. In his spare time, Rory is a keen sportsman and can often be found running in the New Forest or along the Jurassic coast.

Chloe graduated from Liège University, in Belgium in 2018. After working for a couple of months in France, a small animal internship opened up in South Africa so Chloe moved and practiced for a year at the University of Pretoria. She is now looking forward to meeting the animals living in the New Forest. Chloe loves backpacking adventures, travels and observing wildlife in its natural habitat.

Laura moved to the area after graduating from the University of Glasgow in June 2018 and is excited to be a part of the team. In her spare time she enjoys travelling, cooking and going for walks in the New Forest.

Shan graduated from the Royal Veterinary College, London in 2015 and joined Cedar Vets after a few months of travelling. She is currently working towards a certificate in cardiology. Shan enjoys cooking, travelling and going exploring with her dog, Wallace.

Mark graduated from Cambridge in 1994 and after a spell working in the Midlands, returned to his Dorset roots in 2006. He joined Cedar Vets in 2011 and often works in our Ferndown clinic. Mark is a true all-rounder in all areas of veterinary care. He is also a keen runner and has successfully completed several London marathons.

Claire graduated from the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies in July 2017 and joined the Cedar Veterinary Group team in February 2020. She enjoys all aspects of the job but has a particular interest in emergency and critical care and is currently working towards her ECC certificate. Outside of work, Claire likes to keep active and spends the weekends competing in local triathlons, cycling around the New Forest and exploring the countryside with her Miniature Goldendoodle, Indie.

Emily graduated from the Royal Veterinary College in 2018. She then completed a wildlife internship in South Africa before returning to work in general practice. Emily moved to Ringwood in 2021 to join Cedar Vets. In her spare time she enjoys open water swimming, travelling and spending time with her cat, George.