There are very few aquatic health veterinarians Australia wide, in particular, there are only three veterinarians (excluding myself) that are seriously dedicated to aquatic animal health, welfare and medicine in WA. There is a need for passionate veterinarians in this country to specialise in aquatic animal health to ensure that these animals receive first class health care and the full range of services (diagnostic workup, husbandry recommendations, treatment options, surgical opinions and management advice) expected from a veterinarian in any field of practice.

I am a unique veterinarian as I possess a strong and passionate interest in all aspects of aquatic animal health, medicine and pathology and am prepared to dedicate my career to these wonderful creatures to ensure they are healthy, respected and protected.

The AQUAVET I course brings together vets who believe that the profession is in a position to contribute to the wellbeing of aquatic ecosystems and inhabitants. AQUAVET is well-renowned and accepted within the veterinary profession and many of the previous participants have pursued long, meaningful careers in aquatic animal health. This is what I am determined to do! I know that by attending AQUAVET I, I will bring back with me many useful skills, networking connections, the latest and greatest in medical/diagnostic technology and a more detailed knowledge of aquatic animal diseases and husbandry requirements. This scholarship will accelerate my learning and at the end of the course, I will be better educated to impart knowledge to the entire aquatic animal health community in Australia.