Meet the team
Robert Pattinson –Lead Veterinary Surgeon and Owner
Growing up on a Northumbrian hill farm meant Rob’s passion for animal care and welfare began at a very early age. The experience gained in his early years on the farm provided him with the skills necessary to embark on a varied and successful veterinary journey. Following graduation from Edinburgh University he began his career in mixed animal practice in North Yorkshire, here he gained a fantastic footing in the profession before moving to solely small animal practice as the years went by. Rob has worked in a wide range of veterinary centres, both independent and corporate, from Sri Lanka to The Outer Hebrides as both a permanent member of staff and locum veterinary surgeon.
Over a decade and a half spent working in the veterinary sector, experiencing The Good, the Bad and the Ugly has given Rob valued insights into many different practices and their characters! It has all helped him to forge his own high standards and values in veterinary care.
Rob prides himself on providing excellent client and clinical care. He has an authentic, honest, relaxed, caring and approachable style which allows him to quickly build strong relationships with his clients.
Rob is married to Amber, practice manager, together they have two young daughters; Ophelia and Isabelle alongside two fluffy Ragdoll cats, Patch and Misty, who you see featuring in a few photos on the website!.
Outside of work, Rob enjoys spending time with his family, experiencing the Northumberland countryside and our beautiful local beaches.
Amber Pattinson –Practice Manager and Owner
Amber is a clinical psychologist but won’t be working therapeutically in the vets! She will however be drawing on her skills in communication, empathy, line management and problem solving to support the practice, and team, in her role as practice manager. Amber’s interest in promoting positive mental health allows her to support North Shields Vets to not only be a welcoming place for clients, but also a nurturing and supportive place to work.
Outside of work, life is about spending time together, but when time does allow; you might spot Amber running along the Tynemouth coastline or catching a quiet moment in one of North Tyneside’s local coffee shops.
Together Amber and Rob have created North Shields Vets to provide a service that aligns with their values of providing honest, high quality, veterinary care with continuity and compassion. They look forward to getting to know you and caring for your pets.