Dr esther Tarszisz, BVSc (Hons I) MApSc PhD

Senior Veterinarian

Esther graduated from Sydney university in 2002. She’s worked all over Australia and the UK with dogs, cats and other small furries and simultaneously pursued a love of wildlife conservation in remote locations worldwide, most recently in Antarctica with Weddell and elephant seals. Despite the love of wildlife, she’s never lost a passion for hands-on treatment of small furry creatures and has pursued deeper knowledge of emergency veterinary care (medicine & surgery) and dentistry. She’s also discovered an interest in bird & reptile medicine, and holds a not-so-secret urge to have a cockatiel as part of her household.

She is owned by an elderly previous stray Beanie (now competing for “The Fussiest Cat In The World” title) and was recently adopted by a tiny bunny, Squishlet, who enjoys being adorable, snuggly and destroying things. Esther can be found climbing walls (gym and outdoors), hiking in her spare time, and doing no cooking whatsoever.

Dr Maria sol natoli, Dvm

Veterinarian

Maria Sol Natoli is a small animal veterinarian who graduated from university in Buenos Aires and moved to Sydney in 2019, where she quickly fell in love with the Aussie beaches and lifestyle and decided to make it home. She is known for her thorough clinical approach, clear and honest communication, and genuine care for both pets and their owners. Maria values teamwork, open discussion, and continuous learning, and is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care while supporting her patients and their families through every stage of treatment.

She still misses her family dog, Inca, who lives in Buenos Aires — but makes sure she gets plenty of extra cuddles and tail wags from Sydney’s pets every day.

Dr zoe Blum, BVSc

Veterinarian

Dr Zoe graduated from the University of Sydney in 2017 and began her career in mixed practice before moving into small animal medicine. Originally from the United States, Zoe now calls Sydney home.

Zoe has particular interests in dermatology and soft tissue surgery and enjoys the variety that veterinary medicine offers. Known for her bubbly and caring nature, Zoe loves getting to know her patients and their families and is never shy about handing out an extra treat or two. She is passionate about building long-term relationships with clients and their pets and values working closely with her veterinary team to achieve the best outcomes for her patients.

Outside of work, you can usually find Zoe at the beach. Zoe has a little one eyed cat named Dottie.

Dr Antonia Coz, BVSc

Veterinarian

Antonia graduated from the University of Pretoria in 2022. She spent a year working in rural South Africa, predominantly with different welfare organisations, before coming to Australia in 2023 to work with horses. Having missed the small furries too much, Antonia now welcomes every opportunity to help keep our little floofs happy and healthy. She has a keen interest in small animal surgery, and anaesthesia in all creatures big and small. 

Outside of work, you can find Antonia hiking in the mountains or diving in the ocean. Back in South Africa, Antonia's dog, Emi, and two cats, Stinky Bug and Nox, are greatly missed. 

Dr Ben Thompson, bvsc mrcvs

Veterinarian

Dr Ben graduated from the University of Bristol in 2021 and began his veterinary career in the UK working in small animal and emergency practice before making the move to Australia. 

Ben has a particular interest in surgery and is currently completing his Certificate to become an Advanced Veterinary Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery. Known for his kind, and calm nature, Ben takes the time to help both pets and their owners feel comfortable and supported. 

Outside of work, he enjoys playing squash, ocean swims and is currently training for a half marathon. 

Dr Mary Hong, BVSc MANZCVS

Veterinarian

Dr Mary Hong is a dedicated small animal veterinarian with over a decade of experience. She graduated from the University of Sydney in 2009 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) and has worked in several busy veterinary hospitals across Sydney since.

Mary has always been passionate about surgery. Her strong interest led her to pursue further training and achieve Membership of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (MANZCVS) in Small Animal Surgery.

She is known for her calm and compassionate approach to patient care and client communication. Mary is also fluent in Chinese, which allows her to support a broader range of clients and ensure clear communication in their preferred language.

Outside of work, Mary is a proud mum. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time on the ski slopes, practising yoga, and exploring the outdoors.

Dr Mary brings her surgical expertise, warmth, and dedication to the Bondi Vet Hospital team and is passionate about delivering high-quality care to the lovely pets she treats.

RACHEL SCOTT

Hospital Manager

Senior Veterinary Nurse

Rachel graduated from Edinburgh Napier University as a Veterinary Nurse in 2019. Before making the move to Australia and gracing us with her sassy and hilarious presence, she worked in Emergency and Referral Veterinary care. Rachel has a special interest in the business side of the veterinary world along with emergency nursing and is always searching for new things to make our clinic even better.
You can often find her chatting about all things Scotland, and if you’re Scottish she will certainly know about it!

Keeli Cormack

Head Nurse

Senior Veterinary Nurse

Keeli is a Senior Veterinary Nurse here at Bondi Vet Hospital, originally from New Zealand. She graduated in 2021 from Otago Polytechnic in Dunedin with a diploma in veterinary nursing and is also qualified as a Large Animal Veterinary Technician. Keeli is passionate about surgery and emergency care and thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Outside of work, she enjoys staying active through sports, spending time outdoors, and socialising with friends. She misses her two golden retrievers back in New Zealand, Charlie and Indi, who she gets regular updates of from her family back home.

elsa wilson

Veterinary Nurse

Elsa began vet nursing in 2019 before becoming a part of our Bondi Vet team in 2022 where she is dedicated to building strong relationships with both patients and clients. While continuing her studies, she is actively expanding her skills in both medicine and surgery nursing, showing a particular interest with monitoring anesthesia as well as wildlife medicine. In future Elsa aspires to make contributions to wildlife conservation organisations. Elsa's passion for animal welfare drives her enthusiasm for all aspects of her veterinary nursing and has a soft spot when caring for geriatric patients. Outside of Bondi Vet, Elsa enjoys ballet, cooking and embarking on adventures with her dog. 

Carys williamson

Veterinary Nurse

Carys is originally from the UK and has been working in the veterinary industry since 2017. Holding a degree in Animal Biology and Veterinary Nursing, she brings a wealth of experience to the team, including a background in Emergency and Critical Care before making the move to Australia.

Outside of the clinic, you’ll usually find her in the water exploring the ocean or talking about marine life, she has a particular fascination with sharks and whales. Back home in the UK, she keeps up with regular updates on her Labrador, Rigby, and her two cats, who she misses dearly.

Dana Jenkins

Veterinary Nurse

Originally New Zealand, Dana graduated with a Diploma of Veterinary Nursing at Otago Polytechnic in Dunedin in 2019. She has worked in multiple clinics around New Zealand before making the move over the ditch to Australia in 2026.

Dana is loving soaking up the Sydney sunshine and enjoying the Australian lifestyle. You’ll often find Dana at the beach, on nature walks or keeping active at the gym. Dana’s passion areas’s include anaesthesia, hospital and intensive care.

Dana is missing her family cat Cleo back home in New Zealand.

Gabriela Rubio

Veterinary Nurse

Gabriela graduated as a veterinarian from the University of Buenos Aires in Argentina. She has a deep interest in internal medicine, surgery, and emergency medicine, and is committed to helping as many animals and their humans as she can. 

She arrived in Australia in 2024 and, once in Sydney, she fell in love with the quality of life and the high standards of animal care, and she knew she wanted this country to be her home. 

She joined the Bondi Vet nursing team in 2025, where she became familiar with the Australian protocols and learned how veterinary medicine can vary across countries.  

She misses and loves her cat, Uma, and her dog, Isis, who stayed in Buenos Aires.

Tyne Fernandes

Client Services

Tyne is currently studying Animal and Veterinary Bioscience at the University of Sydney and is working towards a future career in veterinary medicine. With several years of experience in emergency and specialist veterinary hospitals, she is passionate about animal welfare, client care and helping both pets and their owners feel safe, comfortable and supported.

When she’s not at Bondi Vet, you’ll usually find her at the gym, planning her next travel adventure, or enjoying Sydney’s beaches.

Madeline Karr

Client Services

Mads works casually at Bondi vet and is one of the faces greeting you as you come in the door. She graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Science with Honors in 2021 and has found herself in many different roles since then within the veterinary industry. At home, she has a young German shepherd named Watson and a rescue kitty, named Little, who runs the whole household.