Animal Eye Care is an independently owned veterinary ophthalmology referral clinic based in Warrington. The interior of the clinic has been purposely designed and is fitted with up to date specialist equipment. This ensures that our passionate and experienced clinical team can provide gold standard ophthalmic care in a comfortable and friendly environment.
Meet the team
Dr Kathryn Boyle BVetMed PGCertSAOphthal MRCVS
Advanced Practioner in Veterinary Ophthalmology
Kathryn graduated from the Royal Veterinary College, University of London in 2000. Having spent her college years down south she returned to her home practice in the North West where she stayed for 14 years. Throughout this time she continued with the love for all things ophthalmology that had begun whilst she was at university.
Once her two daughters were at school Kathryn decided it was time to return to studying and went on to gain her ophthalmology certificate in 2018, having started working within an ophthalmology referral practice in 2017. Kathryn enjoys all aspects of ophthalmology, but especially the management of corneal ulceration and glaucoma.
When not in work Kathryn loves to travel with her family, particularly when this is combined with skiing. When she is at home she’s a busy taxi service for her teenage daughters’ ever hectic lives and loves getting out with her husband to walk their incredibly scruffy dog, Lottie.
Dr Robert Göllner DVM PGCertSAOphthal MRCVS
Robert graduated from the University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine in 2006 and relocated to the United Kingdom in 2011. He worked as a small animal veterinary surgeon for a number of years and during this time he developed a keen passion for ophthalmology.
He worked in ophthalmology referral practice since 2015 and obtained his postgraduate certificate in 2019. Robert is passionate about all aspects of veterinary ophthalmology but has a special interest in corneal and intraocular surgery.
When not at work Robert enjoys spending time with his family. In addition he is a keen lawn enthusiast and enjoys taking his motorcycle out for a spin.
Dr Natasha Carr-Sycheva BVSc PGCertSAOphthal MRCVS
Advanced Practitioner in Veterinary Ophthalmology
Natasha graduated from The University of Bristol Veterinary School in 2013 and moved home to Lancashire to work as a small animal vet. After realising her love for ophthalmology she completed her Post-Graduate Certificate in 2019 and obtained Advanced Practitioner status in 2020. She has been working within ophthalmology referral practice since 2018 and is particularly interested in corneal and intra-ocular surgery and investigating causes of blindness.
Outside of work Natasha enjoys riding and competing with her Connemara pony named Pod, and spending time with her husband and son and their cat, Gus.
Jessica Saunders DipAVN RVN
Head Nurse
Jessica qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2012 and has worked in both first opinion and referral veterinary practices. During this time Jess also studied towards a further qualification to become an Advanced Veterinary Nurse. Jess developed a keen interest in ophthalmology and general anaesthesia. In her spare time Jess likes to spend time with her family and going out with friends.
Leah Harrison RVN
Leah started as an auxiliary veterinary nurse in 2017 then after working within a busy first opinion practice in Manchester qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse in 2022. Having previously worked with both Robert and Kathryn she gained an interest in ophthalmology and decided to join the team at Animal Eye Care to extend her knowledge of all things eyes! When not working Leah enjoys yoga, walking and spending time with her friends.
Joanne Marsh RVN
Joanne completed work experience in a Veterinary Practice in 1987 which ignited her passion for animals. From there Joanne trained to become a Registered Veterinary Nurse and qualified in 1992.
Joanne has worked in busy first opinion hospitals and referral practices looking after critical patients, from which she has a wealth of knowledge and experience.
At home Joanne has an older cat called Marley and two younger cats called Rocket and Nebula who she hand reared from kittens. She also has a lovely Chihuahua named Basil.
Lynne Gill
Receptionist
Lynne started work as a Veterinary Receptionist in 1996 and has enjoyed various roles within the client care team.
She particularly enjoys speaking to the clients and greeting the patients as the first point of contact within the Veterinary Practice.
In her spare time Lynne enjoys travelling, spending time with her family and looking after her grandchildren.
