Introducing our team

Vets Clive Madeiros, David Shepherd and Richard Byrne head our experienced 10 vet team, ably assisted by more than 20 staff in our nursing and support staff teams. If you would like to send a message to any of our staff from this site just use our contact page.

Our Welcome Team

Maggie, Linda, Michelle, Carol and Clare

When you visit or call our practice you will usually speak to either Maggie, Linda, Michelle, Carol or Clare. They will be able to help with any queries you have. Please just ask us.

Maggie says "Hello! My name is Maggie and I am part of the welcome team here at West Bar. I am a trainee veterinary nurse as well. When I'm not working I enjoy walking my handsome pet labrador - although I think I am the one being taken for a walk!"

Our Vets

Clive Madeiros B Vet Med MRCVS

Clive is the senior partner at West Bar. He carries out alot of consultancy work both in the UK and Internationally. Clive is well known and respected for his work with birds and often consults at our North Banbury Branch on Southam Road.

David Shepherd BVMS MRCVS

David is the partner responsible for the large animal department at West Bar Veterinary Hospital

Richard Byrne B Vet Med MRCVS

"Hi, I'm Richard. I joined Clive and David at West Bar in 1988 and am the partner responsible for the companion animal department at West Bar Veterinary Hospital. When not working I enjoy both listening to and playing music. While not a natural sportsman I have been seen trying to catch a few waves!"

Kate Peissel MA Vet MB MRCVS

Kate joined Clive, Richard and David in 1988. Kate does both large and small animal work within the practice.

Anna Adams BVSc MRCVS

Anna joined Clive and David in 1986. Anna works mainly with companion animals.

Emma Cox MA VetMB MRCVS

" Hi, I'm Emma , one of the small animal vets and I've been working at the practice since January 2004. I have a particular interest in small animal medicine. I have 3 cats called Leo, Tilly, and Topsy."

Anna Wells BVetMed MRCVS

"Hi, I'm Anna. I joined the practice in 2005. I enjoy working with all types of small animals and have a particular interest in small animal surgery.

I have a cat called Reggie and a very loving cocker spaniel Lilly. Out of work I enjoy swimming, going to the gym and catching up with friends."

Ben Gamsa BVMS MRCVS

"Hi, I'm Ben. I used to breed sugar gliders, have an interest in exotics and surgery. I joined the team in 2008 and am currently studying for a Certificate in Veterinary Surgery. In my spare time, I enjoy football, photography, snowboarding, sailing and riding my motorbike."

Sophie Lowe DVM MRCVS

"Hi, I'm Sophie, and I joined the veterinary team at West Bar Vets in 2009. I've got a rather nice tabby cat called Trevor. In my spare time I enjoy horse-riding, golf and going to the gym."

Sam Cutts BA VetMB MRCVS

Hi, I'm Sam, I joined the team in 2010. I enjoy equine and small animal work, with a particular interest in equine poor performance and lameness. I am a keen rider in my spare time, previously eventing to 4* level and am now having fun bringing on some younger horses. I also enjoy fencing!

Our Support Team

At West Bar Veterinary Hospital:

"We believe that active training and development of our staff improves the services we offer to our clients."