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History of Marske Vets
	Marske Vets Ltd, is a mainly small animal 1st and 2nd opinion ophthalmic referral veterinary surgery. Mr. James Haddow qualified in 1980 from Glasgow University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. He started working in mixed animal practices in Kirkby Lonsdale, moved to Scotland then to Wales before moving to Marske. He gained his certificate in veterinary ophthalmology from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in 1997. The original premises for Marske Veterinary Surgery was based at 45 High Street, the shop previously being a gent's hairdresser's, started life as a Vets almost 30 years ago, and has been serving the local community ever since. Initially the surgery was a branch practice, it then became an independant surgery in 1989 when the practice was taken over by James Haddow. It was a single-handed mainly small animal unit, with enthusiastic staff and clients and poor equipment.
	In 1994 we went computerised, being the first practice in the UK to adopt the Jupiter Systems Computer System (now one of the leading computer experts in the UK), which helps us manage the records of over 40,000 pets! Over the next 17 years it built up in size and reputation, and with increasing numbers of clients, staff and new equipment the premises became too small to hold every one.
	Old surgery at 45 High Street
	The search Begins. In 2005, after a long period searching for the perfect location and building the new premises became available. A former car dealer’s the very fetching yellow and lime green garage was signed over to the eager hands of James in April 2006. After months of architects meetings and planning permission work begins.

	Old garage before conversion
	Construction outside	Car park side building work
	Part built reception	Entrance to reception

	Finally on 27th November 2006, we were able to move into our new larger practice.
	This building is dedicated to memory of the late Rev. John Muir Haddow M.C. FSA Scot, father of James Haddow BVMS CertVOphthal MRCVS. The John Muir Clinic was opened by Stewart Macfarlane MBE on the 25th of November, 2006, on behalf of Marske Vets, relocating from the Veterinary Surgery at 45 High Street after 31 years.
	Now a very spacious home for 2 full time and 2 part time vets, the practice manager and 14 nurses, trainee nurses and reception staff. The practice boasts a much larger reception area, with separate dog and cat waiting areas. Disabled access and plenty of client parking, definitely a bonus!!

	Completed reception	Finished entrance
	Dog waiting area	Car park
	Scales in reception	Consulting room 1
	Preparation room	Preparation room
	Operating theatre 1	Lab

	Dog kennels
	We also have: 3 consulting rooms. Laboratory Dispensary Separate dog and cat wards plus isolation facilities. Dog exercise area. 2 Theatres – 1 dedicated to ophthalmology. Dental facilities Very spacious prep area. Imaging suite, with radiography, ultrasound and endoscopy. A large utility room.

Meet the Staff

James Haddow - BVMS CertVOphthal MRCVS.

Senior vet and co-director with Marske Vets Ltd. Came to the practice 20 years ago, taking over what was then a branch practice. Has built up both his own expertise-certificate in eyes, and currently studying for his advanced GP certificate- as well as the practice. Masterminded the move to the new premises with his wife, Tereena, in November 2006.

Tereena Haddow - ANA.

Wife to James, co-director and ANA nurse at the practice for over 14 years. Currently taking on the role as bereavement counsellor as well as all the other normal duties at the practice, which include the nurse clinics. Tereena is a well known face of the practice and is often seen talking to new and old clients alike, offering both personal and professional advice on animals.

Ruth Stevenson - Practice manager.

Ruth joined the practice three years ago as manager. She comes from an animal background (farming), as well as being branch manager at Ladbrokes in Whitby. Ruth is currently studying for her veterinary managerial certificate as well as running the day to day admin side of the practice.

Bev Burnett - RVN Head Nurse.

Bev was enticed back into veterinary nursing two years ago by the job as a part-time nurse, but soon wanted to do things full time. She is D32/33 qualified and currently takes part in Vet Nurse and ANA training, Bev set up and runs the nurse clinics, and is available for advice where a vet is unavailable. She is currently studying for her Certificate in small animal nutrition.

Sam Ferguson - Head receptionist.

Sam, leapt into the fray in 2003 from Spec savers in Redcar. Always a happy person has made reception her own. Now has a new “girl” under her wing, wants to offer more to the clients, as well as going on more and more learning courses for veterinary receptionists.

Kate Boal - ANA.

Kate has been an employee of the vets in Marske for nearly twenty-five years! As the Health and Safety appointed person, she has seen more than enough bites and scratches and takes the younger(sic) staff under her wing to teach them correct ways. She is involved with the nurse clinics along with Bev, and is around if you need to ask questions.