Joanne Hanssens

Veterinarian

Jo started her career as a part-time veterinary nurse at Yamanto Veterinary Surgery whilst still in high school and during her university years (2000-2007). Once a graduated veterinarian she then worked full time in Goondiwindi (Dec 2007-  Jan 2011) and then worked as a locum for 13 months where she has gained much experience in various practices including Guyra, Tenterfield, Pittsworth, Dayboro, Kilcoy, Dalby, Mt Isa and Roma. Jo joined the Maranoa Veterinary Surgery in Feb 2012 and enjoys almost all aspects of veterinary science but mostly cattle work and soft tissue & gastro-intestinal surgery in small animals. Jo has many pets that she adores and are known to most people as her "fur-kids". Banjo and Dixie the dogs, Alex, Ellie and Gracie her cats, Vegas and Shelly the clinic cats,  her 6 goats, and a cow and calf are well known to many of our clients and some will often be around the practice to greet you. Jo became practice director in Dec 2012.

Veterinary Certifications

- Australian Cattle Veterinarians Association NCPD tail tags to certify pregnancy testing- manual

- Australian Cattle Veterinarians Association Veterinary Bull Breeding Soundness Evaluation (bull testing) Accredited Veterinarian. 

- Equine Dentistry

- Hendra Vaccination Accredited Veterinarian

- Stud Book Accredited Veterinarian

- NSW Ovine Brucellosis Accredited Veterinarian

Tammy Bell

Veterinarian

Tammy grew up on a small cattle property near the local town of Yuleba.  After completing her Bachelor degree at the University of Qld in 1998,  Tammy has worked in mixed practices in Chinchilla, Moranbah and (after moving back to Yuleba) Roma. In 2006 Tammy left private practice to start a family but also commenced working as a contractor for the Department of Agriculture on a casual basis which she has continued for the past 10 years. With her children now school age Tammy has started back in the private practice industry on a casual basis at the Maranoa Veterinary Surgery in February 2016.

Ashlea Cooke

Veterinary Nurse

Ashlea joined the Maranoa Veterinary Surgery Team in June 2013 as an after school and weekend kennel assistant. After completing school at St Johns in Roma in 2015 she joined us as a veterinary nurse in 2016. Ashlea moved in 2017 to Bunderberg and had her son Charlie but we are pleased to see her return in 2018 along with her much loved dog Chappy.

Sharna Simmons

Veterinary Nurse

Sharna Simmons is born is bred in Roma and enjoys country living. She graduated from Roma State College in 2016. She has grown up with animals including horses, dogs, cats, cattle and Guinea pigs making animal handling and Veterinary Nursing an easy transition for her. Outside of work Sharna loves to compete in Rodeo's with her horses Sid and Missy especially in Barrel Racing. She also enjoys hanging out with Elvis, Lilly and Bexter her canine companions. Sharna joined our expanding team in Sept 2018.

Emma Andreassen

Veterinary Nurse

Emma moved to Roma in September 2018 from Bundaberg to be with her partner. She has grown up around various animals such as, dogs, cats, horses, cattle and chickens. She has always had a love for animals. When Emma is not working she can be found drinking a coffee with a book in her hand, playing sports or enjoying the great outdoors. She is very excited about the opportunity to become a Veterinary Nurse.

Meg Dawes

Kennel Hand

Meg was born and bred in Roma, but always spent every minute on the family property. Meg is currently in High School at Roma State College and she works some afternoon and weekends. Meg commenced employment at the Maranoa Veterinary Surgery in May 2018. She loves the work and experience she recieves here and will take it with her in the future. She hopes to study Agri business or veterinarian studies. Meg has always enjoyed company from animals. She loves sheep and always enjoys working with them.

Jess Maunder

Kennel Hand