Resident Veterinarians:
Dr Chris Pearson BVSc, MANZCVS:
Practice Principal
Chris grew up in Brisbane and graduated from the University of Queensland in 1995. After graduation, he worked in practices in Gympie, Brisbane and more recently Cooroy. He purchased All Animal Veterinary Services in July 2017. Chris enjoys all aspects of veterinary practice but has a special interest in small animal medicine, including ultrasound, cardiology and reproduction. He obtained his membership in small animal medicine from the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in 2008. Chris is married with two teenage sons. His home is also shared with a rescued greyhound, two miniature schnauzers, two rescued clinic cats and a flock of chickens. In his spare time he enjoys cycling ad playing music with his sons.
Dr Kim Evans:
Senior Associate Veterinarian
Kim grew up on a sheep and cattle station at Julia Creek in NW Queensland. After completing a Diploma in Animal Husbandry from Gatton College in 1967, he attended Queensland University and graduated with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours) in 1972. In 1995 he completed a four-year Masters degree in Small Animal Medicine & Surgery through Murdoch University. He continues to enjoy veterinary practice after over forty years as a vet. He is married with three adult children (and six grandchildren). Kim has interests in golf, bushwalking, reading and wines
Dr Vicki Barker:
Senior Associate Veterinarian
Vicki grew up in Brisbane and followed her older brother into Vet Science. She graduated with First Class Honours in December 1975 and moved to Nambour with her husband where they opened Nambour Veterinary Surgery in January, 1976. Vicki particularly enjoys the diagnostic and preventive medicine aspects of being a vet. She is also interested in wildlife medicine (especially bats and reptiles). Vicki has 3 adult children and in 2010, became a grandmother for the first time. Vicki enjoys gardening, bushwalking, reading, food and wine.
Visiting Specialists:
Dr Mike Shipstone:
Dermatologist
Michael Shipstone is a specialist Dermatologist, with qualifications in Veterinary Dermatology from both Australian and American universities. Mike visits our surgery once each month to offer consultations and if required, skin testing, for Sunshine Coast residents. Referral from your vet is necessary, and appointments should be made through QVS in Brisbane (07 3359 0777).
