Ben is the managing director/co-owner of Chapman Animal Hospital along with his wife Sarah. Ben is directly responsible for the day to day running of the clinic and management of the staff.

Prior to owning Chapman Animal Hospital, Ben worked in the finance industry for over 15 years.

As well as 1 young daughter, Ben along with wife Sarah, has 5 pets at home, including an incredibly mischievous but lovable 60kg French Mastiff called Louis.

Dr Kobus is an extremely experienced and dedicated vet, with over 15 years’ experience under his belt. Kobus is a fan of all animals and his passion extends to his home, where, along with his wife, he constantly cares for many different animals of all different shapes and sizes.

He has a special interest in orthopedic surgery and is constantly seeking out further education to expand and improve the services he can offer to our clients.

Dr Georgia joined us in mid-December 2018, having completed her studies at Murdoch University. Georgia has relocated to Geraldton from Perth with her dog Andy! She has already fallen in loves with our beaches, which is where you will find her outside of work.

She once owned a sheep and recently completed a trip volunteering with elephants.

Shayna along with our Receptionist Rhonda, are the longest serving members of the team. Despite being only 28, Shayna is in her 12^th year of service. Having started as a kennel hand straight out of school. She has risen through the ranks to Head Nurse. Shayna is extremely experienced and is often our go to when it comes to handling some of the wildlife which comes through our doors.

Her prize possession is her ‘snag’ otherwise known as dachshund Willis. Although she also has a naughty Mastiff X, Lenny, and Manny the cat.

Bec is one of our most experienced staff. Originally from Kalbarri, Bec joined the team full time 4 years ago. Bec loves coffee and the outdoors. When she’s not working, she can frequently be found on the beach or in the ocean with her dog Tayva. She has recently invested in her own camper trailer so she can make the most out of her love for camping.

Carrie is one of our most experienced nurses, she has been nursing with us for over 9 years after moving down from Broome.  Although she has been qualified since 2005.

Carrie is the owner of a blue heeler cross called Ziggy who is completely deaf. However what he lacks in hearing he makes up for in character. 

Carrie is extremely passionate about her job and is delighted to be able to assist clients and their pets.

Carissa has a long history with Chapman animal hospital. Originally hired as a kennel hand straight out of school, she then went on to study Vet nursing, and eventually became our Head nurse and Practice manager.
In 2011 Carissa left us to fulfill another special role as Mum. She now has two gorgeous children and has returned us on a part time basis, working one day a week.