Dr. Chris

ACVS Founding Fellow - Joint Replacement Surgery

Our visiting specialist Dr Chris brings his expertise and dedication to every surgery he performs at Brisbane Pet Surgery. After graduating from Melbourne University in 1993, he completed a surgical internship at Queensland Veterinary Specialists and pursued advanced training at the University of California Teaching Hospital. But 2000 he became a registered specialist in both Australia and the USA, later serving as an examiner for aspiring specialists.

In 2024, Dr Chris was honoured as a Founding Fellow in joint replacement surgery by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons - the highest accolade in the field. He has published research in orthopaedic journals and has lead initiatives to make hip replacement surgery more accessible and affordable for pet owners.

A passionate mentor, Dr Chris has trained numerous interns and residents, sharing his knowledge of TPLO, arthroscopy, and joint replacement techniques.

Outside of work, he balances his busy surgical career with family life, raising two teenagers and enjoying sport, gardening, and hiking.

ACVS Founding Fellow - Joint Replacement Surgery