About Us

Working in a dedicated ophthalmology referral service since 2014, Barbara is confident in all areas of small animal ophthalmological referral work and will be based at different clinics in Kent for the diagnosis and treatment of ocular pathologies.

Barbara is proficient in all areas of adnexal, corneal and anterior chamber surgery. In addition to this, she can liaise with other specialists (or offer further referral) for glaucoma and retinal surgery when necessary or indicated. A member of BrAVO since 1996, Barbara attends their annual meetings and for further continued professional development has also attended the European ECVO congress on multiple occasions.

Barbara is able to address a variety of complex cases. Based in Kent, her services are within close access to all areas of London and beyond. Referral forms can be found on our website. Please note that Barbara is currently not performing cataract surgery.

Veterinary Ophthalmologist

Dr. Allyson is a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology who joins Advanced Vetcare London with a passion for restoring and preserving vision in animals through advanced medical and surgical care.

Originally from Oregon, USA, Allyson graduated with distinction from Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010, where she was inducted into the Phi Zeta Honor Society. She went on to complete rotating and ophthalmology internships at leading hospitals in Boise and Portland, before undertaking a three-year residency in Comparative Ophthalmology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. She became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (DACVO) in 2016.

Allyson has since gained extensive experience in both referral and emergency settings, working in multi-specialty hospitals across the Pacific Northwest, most recently as a Veterinary Ophthalmologist at BluePearl NE Portland. Her clinical interests include corneal disease and surgery, ocular manifestations of systemic disease, and feline ophthalmology.

She is an active contributor to the veterinary community, having lectured widely at conferences and professional meetings, and published research in Veterinary Ophthalmology and other scientific journals. Allyson also serves on committees for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO), reflecting her commitment to fostering a more inclusive veterinary profession.

At Advanced Vetcare London, Allyson offers specialist ophthalmic consultations and surgery, combining clinical excellence with a gentle, collaborative approach to patient care.

Outside of work, Allyson enjoys travel, community engagement, and spending time exploring new places with her family and friends.

I qualified as a veterinary nurse in 1992 and have worked in practice ever since. I joined Canterbury Vets in November 2024 and work as part of the Eye Vet Care team.

When I’m not working I enjoy running and baking (especially for the rest of the team!)
I have a cat called Angus whom I hand reared from a kitten.

Stacey began her journey in the veterinary world back in 1992 and qualified as a Veterinary Nurse in 1999. She quickly stepped into the role of Head Nurse at a busy, high-level orthopaedic referral practice, where she spent over a decade managing complex cases and leading the nursing team with dedication.

After ten years, Stacey transitioned into Practice Management, taking the reins on the day-to-day running of the hospital. In 2018, she added another achievement to her name by completing the Certificate in Practice Management, and we were lucky to welcome her to DNA Vetcare in 2019.

Stacey’s love for animals knows no bounds—from tiny hamsters to majestic horses!
Her caring nature has even seen her bring home pets in need after work! She shares her life with her amazing husband Justin, and their adorable little dog Lacey.