Dr. Nicholas Smith
MA(Cantab) VetMB CertAVP
PGCertVPS MRCVS
Co-Founder & Principal Veterinary
Surgeon
Dr. Joanne Harries, MA (Cantab), VetMB, CertAVP, PGCert, MRCVS, is a talented Veterinary Surgeon who graduated with Merit in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Cambridge in 2015 as well as a Masters degree from the University of Cambridge Judge Business School.
After graduation, Dr. Jo worked on a veterinary placement linked to the ‘One Health’ concept at the World Health Organisation headquarters in Geneva, before moving back to Hong Kong in 2016 to work in veterinary clinical practice.
Dr. Jo has interest and expertise in a range of clinical veterinary topics, including internal medicine, dermatology, gastroenterology, endocrinology, kidney disease, haematology, as well as routine and preventative healthcare. Dr. Jo enjoys keeping up to date with continuous professional development and has completed further postgraduate training while in clinical practice, achieving the Certificate of Advanced Veterinary Practice awarded by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, with a focus on Internal Medicine and Dermatology.
With a holistic approach to pet health, a deep commitment to advanced medical care and to working closely with pet parents, Dr. Jo is dedicated to ensuring that each patient receives excellent tailored and compassionate care to maximise their overall well-being and longevity. Dr. Jo’s passion for animal welfare and her commitment to excellence make her a valuable leader of The Pet Vet team.
Outside of her clinical role, Dr. Jo is actively involved in the pet community through events and educational talks, having founded The Vet Equation™️ to promote preventative healthcare and longevity and wellness for pets. She is the proud ‘Dog Mom’ of two cheeky and energetic girls (Lucy and Lola), adopted from HKDR, and enjoys playing tennis and golf.
Dr. Letitia Pang BVM&S MRCVS is a dedicated veterinary surgeon who prides herself on providing compassionate, high-standard medical care. She graduated with distinction from the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies at the University of Edinburgh in 2019, where she also received the Martin Weaver Award.
Dr. Letitia began her career in small animal general practice in the UK, before returning to continue her career in her hometown of Hong Kong, where she gained extensive experience in general practice, emergency and critical care, and the management of hospitalised patients. Dr. Letitia’s background has made her confident in treating a wide range of cases – from routine consultations to complex medical presentations and emergencies.
Dr. Letitia’s special clinical interests include internal medicine, ultrasonography, and emergency and critical care. She has enjoyed completing multiple advanced ultrasound workshops and regularly attends international conferences to stay up-to-date with advances in veterinary medicine. Her attention to detail and dedication to continuous education allow her to offer a high standard of care to every patient.
Dr. Letitia values the bond between veterinary team, patients, and pet parents, and strives to ensure that vet visits are as calm, collaborative, and stress-free as possible. She understands that behind every patient is a worried pet parent, so she takes time to provide clear, empathetic explanations, to develop the best care plan for each family.
Outside of work, Dr. Letitia enjoys staying active and creative through Thai boxing, yoga, and pottery.
Duke, our Head Nurse at The Pet Vet, brings over 10 years of experience in veterinary nursing. His extensive knowledge and dedication to patient care make him an invaluable leader in our clinic.
Josephine loves learning more about veterinary care and is always eager to share that knowledge with pet owners. She’s passionate about helping clients understand the importance of prevention and regular check-ups to keep their pets happy and healthy.
Vanessa is our dedicated Customer Service Representative who balances her work with her love for animals. Outside of work, she enjoys strumming her guitar and snapping fun photos of her three playful cats and curious iguana! With her positive vibe, Vanessa brings joy to both work and home life.
Uma is Dr. Nick’s beloved elderly rescue cat and the grandmother of The Pet Vet team. She has chronic cat flu and arthritis, giving Dr. Nick firsthand experience in managing chronic health conditions at home. Uma doesn’t let this get her down! She’s very chatty, especially in the mornings, and loves nothing more than sunbathing and cuddles.
Sisters and best friends, Lucy and Lola are Dr. Jo’s fun-loving terrier crosses, adopted from HKDR. These girls are all about adventures—their favourite things are long walks, chasing crabs on the beach, playing tag with each other, getting in lots of belly rubs, or simply following Dr. Jo around wherever she goes! Their dislikes include getting their teeth brushed, but mom (aka Dr. Jo) does this for them daily (and the tasty toothpaste helps!) With their cheeky smiles and tail wags, Lucy and Lola are always ready for the next exciting adventure!
Pending, is actually settled. She was found by the SPCA group and was then rescued. She had suffered with scabies as well as patella luxation, but is now perfectly recovered. Pending looked completely different when she was young, so mom (aka. Rachel) had a hard time defining what breed she was, that is why Pending underwent a DNA test. Turns out, she is a 62.51% of Poodle mixed with various breeds. Feel free to guess what other breeds Pending carries!