Our Team

Dr. Kevin Foster

BVSc (Hons) MVS

Kevin is passionate about caring for cats, dogs, small animals, reptiles and their people. He is delighted to be part of Vets on Parker: a genuine family practice. Kevin trained as a veterinary surgeon at the University of Melbourne and graduated with honours. He has recently completed a postgraduate certificate and masters degree in small animal medicine and surgery.

Kevin worked for several years in Sydney at a busy small animal clinic and emergency veterinary hospital before moving back to Melbourne in 2010. Kevin became the principal vet at Vets on Parker in early 2011.

He thoroughly enjoys looking after the family pets of Templestowe and enjoys participating in community life. Kevin has an Airedale Terrier named Macy and looks after his family’s Cavalier King Charles Spaniels on a regular basis.

Dr Kevin hosts Pets Practice with Dr Kevin and is series vet for Animal Extra. He’s appeared on The Project, Ten News and Light FM as well as in the Herald Sun and Leader Newspapers.

Dr. Sarah Thorpe

BVSc MVS

Sarah graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2010 and started her career in a busy small animal practice in Ballarat. In 2012 she joined the Vets on Parker team and has loved building relationships with the wonderful VOP clients and their beloved furry family members. Sarah has a keen interest in medicine and enjoys managing complicated medical cases and chronic medical conditions, in particular the care of her geriatric patients and supporting her clients in how to best care for their elderly pets.

She is also passionate about feline infectious disease management and kitten medicine following extensive work with rescue cats. Sarah completed a Masters in Veterinary Studies (Small Animal Practice) in 2017 and the knowledge she has gained is an asset to VOP and her patients. Her two mischievous cats Gerald and Kelly keep her on her toes – ask Dr Sarah about their antics when you are next at the clinic, there is always a new story about what they have been up to!

Dr. Michelle Rassool

BSc DVM

Michelle graduated with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Melbourne. Originally a Templestowe local, she now works between Vets on Balwyn and sister clinic, Vets on Parker.

Michelle has a special interest in veterinary behavioural medicine. She enjoys the practical aspects of behaviour and training, particularly working hands on with dogs, cats and horses. She is also a keen animal welfare advocate and works with greyhound rescue in rehabilitating ex-racing dogs for adoption, as well as presenting seminars to owners and foster carers on greyhound behaviour and health.

Michelle has a black and white border collie called Herriot who loves to learn. They both enjoy training, practicing new skills together, and going running. Michelle is passionate about community education in being safe around pets. Together she and Herriot have performed and presented at many educational events and seminars.

Dr. Kassy Sainsbury

BVSc

Kassy joins the team on weekends and has over 10 years’ experience as a veterinarian. Kassy’s clients enjoy her honest and down to earth approach. She has a particular interest in the mental health of her patients and in dermatology.  Born and bred locally, Kassy graduated from Sydney University and has spent time working around Australia, in the UK and in Dubai.

Dr. Bree Cashmore

BVSc

Bree joined the team at Vets on Parker in February. She has over 7 years’ experience as a veterinarian and she has thoroughly enjoyed becoming part of the team. Bree recently moved into the local area and is looking forward to many years ahead caring for her clients and looking after their much-loved pets.

Dr. Erica Chan

BSc DVM

Erica is originally from Eltham and remembers driving past Vets on Parker regularly when growing up. She is therefore super excited to have come full circle and joined the fantastic team at Vets on Parker.  She holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Melbourne, and looks forward to providing high quality veterinary care to all local families and their pets.

Erica loves being active and spending time outdoors – a passion shared by Ralph, her Rhodesian Ridgeback X Cattle Dog. She also loves coffee and good food, and wishes Ralph had better ‘café manners’ so that he could share this passion with her too.

Dr. Emily McKee

BVSc

Emily trained as a veterinary surgeon at the University of Melbourne and is passionate about small animals and she particularly enjoys caring for dogs, cats and rabbits!  In her spare time she loves to spend time with her ragdoll, Shyloh and her Samoyed named ‘Woolamai’ and hit the surf down at Phillip Island.