BVSc (Hons) (Melb), Veterinarian
Dr Jessica Coates is a female Veterinarian.
Dr Jessica graduated from The University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science with Honours in 2013.
In 2019, Jess completed her certification in veterinary acupuncture through the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society, a leading global organisation in veterinary acupuncture.
She has also completed further formal study in veterinary behaviour and is a Fear Free Certified Professional.
Jess is a self confessed cat lady and loves all things to do with feline medicine and surgery. She shares her home with three fabulous felines: Imogen, Poppy and Benson. Jess’ favourite part of her job is meeting the many cats of Ivanhoe and helping them to live happy and healthy lives.
She is also a keen surgeon and enjoys a busy day of soft tissue surgery and dentistry.
Jess has a long standing interest in animal behaviour and welfare and has sat on the board for Edgar’s Mission, the largest farmed animal sanctuary in the southern hemisphere, for many years.
