Introducing Our Practice Team
Everyone at our practice is committed to providing you with the very best in pet healthcare. Our veterinary team bring a wealth of experience to the practice and have individually obtained high standards of professional qualification.
Peter Melville
Suzie Blunt
Erin Cummins
Amy
Siobhan
Tia
Jodie
Marilyn
Claire
Karen
Owner & Veterinary Surgeon
BSc, BVMS, MRCVS
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.
Veterinary Surgeon
BVSc MRCVS
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.
Veterinary Surgeon
Erin graduated from Liverpool University in 2023. She moved back towards her home in Surrey to start her career with us at Aspen Vets and Ewell Veterinary Centre. Erin enjoys all elements of veterinary practice and the diversity it provides. She has shown particular interest in internal medicine cases and with the most up to date knowledge she’s a huge asset to our team. Outside of work Erin has a busy social life, enjoying time with her friends, keeping fit and the gym and travelling to lots of exciting places. She is a firm favourite with our patients already – always with liver paste in hand!
Registered Veterinary Nurse
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.
Receptionist
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!
Receptionist
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.