Meet Our Team
Dr. Ross Polst BVSc (hons.)
Owner, Veterinarian
Dr Ross Polst is the owner and Principal Veterinarian for Hinterland Veterinary Surgery, joining the clinic in November 2006. Dr Graeme Lyon, the original owner, retired in 2015 and Ross took over ownership from then. Ross grew up in Adelaide and studied in Melbourne, graduating with Honours in 2001. He has a particular interest in small animal medicine, with over 20 years working with birds and exotics species. He performs both general and orthopaedic surgeries, including TTA and TPLO techniques for cruciate ligament repair.
Danielle
Practice Manager, Head Vet Nurse
Danielle joined the Hinterland Vet Surgery team in 2013. She has been nursing since 2006 and completed her certificate 2009. Danielle takes pride in running the clinic and training team members. She has a passion for emergency nursing and also enjoys running, gardening and drawing in her spare time. She is the owner of a very cheeky (but cute) German Shorthaired Pointer named Georgie as well as three beautiful hens!
Emily
Vet Nurse
Emily joined the Hinterland Vet Surgery team in March 2023, after volunteering for placement to complete her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. She has a special interest in exotics and wildlife and is a professional wildlife photographer in her spare time. She also volunteers her time as a registered wildlife carer. She has been lucky to work with platypus, whales, koalas and many more.
Anna
Vet Nurse
Anna joined the Hinterland Vet team in November 2023. She completed her work placement at our clinic, while studying her certificate IV in veterinary nursing. She is originally from Russia and loves to experience new and challenging things. She is a welcomed member to the team.
Jess
Vet Nurse
Jess joined the Hinterland Vet Surgery team in January 2024, after completing her certificate IV in veterinary nursing through Tafe QLD. Jess has previous experience in customer service, in a supervisor role and is enjoying putting her new knowlege into practice in the animal industry. She is the owner of a Staffy x
Shar Pei named Mika and a kitten named Parrot!
Dr Kelly Leung
Veterinary Surgeon
Dr Kelly graduted from University of Queensland in 2018 and has experience in Emergency and Critical Care as well as General Practice. She has an interest in feline medicine and enjoys embroidery and painting in her spare time. She is the owner of Ringo the ginger ninja, domestic shorthair and Bucky the poodle.
Maddie
Receptionist
Maddie joined the Hinterland Vet Surgery team in November 2024. She has extensive experience in customer service and administration, and is enjoying applying this knowledge and skill to the animal industry. Maddie has completed a Bachelor of Psychology, graduating with First Class Honours. She is the owner of Ben, the British Shorthair, Pippin the maltese x Lhasa Apso and Nugget the chicken.
Rhani
Veterinary Nurse
Rhani joined the Hinterland Vet Surgery team in August 2024. She completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing through Tafe QLD and graduated in 2022. She has an interest in general surgery and enjoys camping and horse riding in her spare time. She is the owner of two very cheeky American Staffys named Goose and Snooky.
Sam
Veterinary Nurse (5th Year Vet Student)
Sam joined the Hinterland Vet Surgery Team in November of 2023. She is in her final year as a Vet student, completing her studies at UQ in Gatton. She has a passion for equine medicine and loves to ride horses in her spare time.
