Dr Rowan Kilmartin

Rowan has been in practice since 1978. Together with his wife Judy, Rowan built and developed, over 10 years, a successful small and large animal practice in Gladstone. During that time he obtained a Masters Degree in Animal Chiropractic, and became qualified in Acupuncture.  In 2002 Rowan moved to the Ormeau area where he spent the next four years specialising in chiropractic care and acupuncture and developing a hands-on approach to veterinary care. Together with Judy, he built Animal Options and is now busy running the clinic and servicing an equine clientele.
To relax, Rowan enjoys clay target shooting and maintaining their acreage property.

Rowan is a member of the Australian Veterinary Chiropractic Association.

Dr Kathy Cornack

Kathy graduated with honours in Veterinary Science from the University of Queensland in 1985. Since then Kathy’s varied career and life experience has taken her to live and work all over Australia, England and in the United States. Kathy is a passionate advocate of integrative, holistic medicine and is delighted to offer a range of therapy options to clients wishing the best for their animal companions.

Kathy has completed a masters degree in animal nutrition, veterinary acupuncture certification, N.A.E.T practitioner certification (a system for diagnosing and treating allergies), as well as advanced Reiki certification and intuitive communication training. She is a member of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA), as well as the Australian Association of Holistic Veterinarians (AAHV). She is about to publish her first book on integrative health care.

She brings to general practice her passion for natural medicine, including raw and whole food nutrition, acupuncture, Chinese and Western Herbs, kinesiology, flower essences, and homeopathy. Kathy has a strong interest and tremendous experience in field of animal behaviour. She is a member of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists, in Animal Behaviour, since 1999.

In her off duty time, Kathy loves being out in nature, and sunshine, as often as possible. She loves gardening, cooking, children, animals, and music. She shares a home with her partner, their daughter, and their dog, Nimby.

Judy Kilmartin

Judy is the wife of Rowan Kilmartin and has been heavily involved in the building and development of Animal Options. She is responsible for the administration and accounts at the clinic. In her spare time she enjoys gardening, tennis and spending time with family and friends. Rowan and Judy have one very well ‘adjusted’ moggie called ‘Overdraft’ who wandered in one day 17 years ago.

Nyaree Allen

Nyaree started nursing in 1997 in Brisbane and has been with Animal Options since its inception. She has developed a special interest in surgical nursing and critical care and is currently undergoing studies to further her education. Nyaree has a delightful little boy, Caleb, and a moggie called ‘Hadley’. In her spare time, Nyaree enjoys dancing, keeping fit, bush walking and being a mum.

Luana Wilce

Luana hails from Toowoomba and started nursing in 2004.  She has almost completed her Certificate IV in nursing and is a very competent receptionist and compassionate nurse. Luana has also been with Animal Options since it started. Luana has quite a menagerie at home with cats, dogs, lots of birds, two crabs, and a school of fish. When not attending to all of the above she relaxes by traveling, camping, doing adventure sports and spending time with her family.

Kara Keen

Kara is one of the Senior Vet Nurses at Animal Options and is another cat lover on our team. She currently lives on the Gold Coast and has been nursing for the past three and a half years. Kara is always keen to advance her knowledge and has achieved a Bachelor of Applied Science in Animal Studies, a Level IV in Veterinary Nursing, a certificate in Dog Obedience and Training and a certificate in Animal Emergency and Critical Care. She is currently studying a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with a view of achieving her masters in Animal Physio!

Garfy is the man in Kara’s life – a precious ginger kitten and together they live with Anastacia his mum – gorgeous rescue cat.

In her spare time Kara loves to travel, watch live bands and drink Champagne!