Integrative Veterinarian / Director / Veterinary Acupuncturist / Animal Rehab

Registered Veterinary Surgeon of NSW , Member of Association of Australian Veterinary Acupuncturists, Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Acupuncture from the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapy

Dr Ward is an experienced veterinary professional with a unique blend of knowledge, honed over many years in a variety of roles. His broad scope of experience, from zoo medicine to large animals and small animals - where he has practised for the past two decades - and his additional Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Acupuncture from the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapy has garnered him a place among a select pool of veterinarians worldwide. His educational credentials include a Bachelor of Agricultural Science from the University of Sydney, and Masters of Science in Veterinary Science Research degree from the University of Sydney, followed by his veterinary degree from Murdoch University in Western Australia in 1998. Highly qualified and dedicated, Dr Ward continues to demonstrate his commitment to healing animals through balanced care.

Dr Ward is a highly experienced veterinary surgeon, specialising in integrative care and animal rehabilitation. Drawing from his holistic approach to pet health, he delivers individualised care plans that promote wellness, vitality, and a comfortable lifestyle. Responsible for leading our pain clinic at All Natural Vet Care, Dr Ward is committed to helping animals of all species and has a passion for addressing mobility issues, skin disease, kidney disease and hormonal imbalance to provide preventative treatments and therapeutic solutions. With his diploma in animal rehab, Dr Ward provides the highest level of care so that your pet gets the attention they need.

Integrative Veterinarian / Director / Hospital Superintendent

BVSc, CVA (IVAS)

CIVT Certified Herbalist

Karen Graduated from the University Of Sydney in 1987, and has worked in small animal practice in Sydney and the UK with an interest in holistic veterinary medicine. She has studied acupuncture through the International Veterinary Acupunctre Society (IVAS). She has also studied Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine via the Sydney College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Western Herbal Medicine via the Sydney College of Natural therapies, and the Veterinary Information Network (VIN), and animal rehabilitation.

Dr Karen is available most weekdays except Tuesdays for Integrative Consultations including Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Chiropractic Care and Physical Therapy. Dr Karen is great at demonstrating at-home massage and stretching exercises.

Click here to listen to this interview with Dr Karen

Integrative Veterinarian / Clinical Director

BVSc/BVetBiol (Hons) MRCVS

CIVT Certified Herbalist

Matthew obtained a double degree in Veterinary Science and Veterinary Biology in 2010 with first-class Honours from Charles Sturt University. Matthew has worked as a mixed animal general practitioner where he developed strong skills in orthopaedic & soft tissue surgery, dermatology and nutritional counselling. He also worked in London for several years consulting in wellness & internal medicine, out-of-hours emergency and critical care. Matthew has now completed his Certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine and Chinese Food Therapies. He is available for Integrative Medicine Consultation encompassing conventional, complementary & alternative therapies. His Veterinary interests are wellness & preventative health care, integrative dentistry, cancer care, nutrition, the gut-brain-skin axis, immunology, dermatology and behaviour. Matthew is now also volunteering at Taronga Wildlife Hospital.

Matthew recently won a 2021 game changer award from Animal Wellness Advocate Dr Karen Becker, click here to watch their conversation

Integrative Veterinarian / Founder All Natural Vet Care

BSc BVMS (Hons), BHSc (Comp Med), MODT, MHSc (Herb Med), CVA (IVAS), CVBM, CVCP, CMAVA

Barbara started her studies in complementary medicine at university in 1986. Since then she has studied human and veterinary complementary medicine and is certified in veterinary and human herbal medicine, veterinary acupuncture and veterinary chiropractic, veterinary Chinese herbal medicine and veterinary and human homeopathy. She has also explored energy medicine with Reiki and several other lesser known therapies such as prolotherapy, tui na and Chinese food therapy

Barbara is currently not available for consultation but still actively contributes to our clinical protocol development. Dr Barbara has recommended her existing clients see our other Integrative Veterinarian's at All Natural Vet Care until further notice. Please discuss with our friendly reception team who might be the best team member to take on your pet's healthcare. 

Integrative Veterinarian

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Jana is our newest Integrative Vet, Jana has been practicing at a busy practice since graduating in 2020. Some of you may recognise Jana from when she was undertaking her externship with us as a veterinary student. Jana has been undertaking further training under our advanced Integrative Practitioners and now taking on cases. Jana will be employing practice level protocols which take both your pet’s individual needs into account as well as the therapeutic options that are both evidence based and have a long standing track record in our clinic over the last 20 years. Jana will be offering holistic second opinion consultations for preventative medicine, skin issues, digestive issues, behaviour issues and pain management. She is especially interested in the gut-brain-skin axis, as well as pain-anxiety looping.

Jana has attended additional conferences in Integrative Medicine and is currently undertaking further studies in wholefood nutrition, acupuncture and herbal medicine. Jana does not practice chiropractic care (best to see Dr Karen), homeopathy or Chinese herbal medicine (best to see Dr David or Dr Karen for these conditions). Dr Jana is practicing under the clinical supervision of our clinical director, Dr Matthew J Muir with input from the other practitioners. We are very confident that Jana will be able to deliver strong clinical outcomes for your family member.

Jana is motivated daily by her rescue dog Yogi Bear who she has loved since adopting him 8 years ago, and who has always been a comfort during difficult times.

Dr. Mio Shinohara Royce

Veterinary Naturopath/Acupuncturist

BVM, PhD, GDip VCHM (CIVT)

Certified Fear-Free Practitioner

Mio has been working in the veterinary industry over 30 years since she started as a vet assistance. She graduated from Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology with a veterinary degree in 2002 and is a registered vet in Japan. After completing a prestigious PhD program on full scholarship at Wadsworth Center, New York State

Department of Health in the United States, exploring cancer behavior at the cellular and molecular levels, she went back to her hometown of Tokyo and worked as a chemotherapy specialist/researcher to develop tailored care for canine and feline cancer patients. This was also when she discovered the power of natural diet and herbal therapy and how well they complement the conventional cancer treatment.

Since then, integrating molecular therapies and holistic medicine has become her passion, and she’s been living her dream since she completed Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Chinese Herbal Medicine at College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies (CIVT) in 2016. She is currently a faculty member of CIVT and teaches natural nutrition and naturopathy courses.

Mio is available on Mondays and Fridays for Naturopathic Consultations . Her approach is highly individualized and combines multiple modalities – natural nutrition, western and eastern herbal medicines, gut microbiome restoration, lifestyle management, acupuncture, photobiomodulation, homeopathy and flower essence. Mio is also a certified fear-free practitioner. If your cat or dog is fearful of veterinary visits, feel free to ask her how you can help to reduce your fur baby’s stress.

Veterinary Technician/Acupuncturist

Beatrice has been working in the veterinary industry for over 20 years. She started working as a vet nurse in Australia in 2020. She graduated from Londrina University in Brazil, one of the top 5 in Brazil, with a veterinary degree in 2003 and is a registered vet in Brazil. In 2017 she completed a Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. She always had a passion for Holistic Medicine.

Beatrice has completed her Essentials of Veterinary Acupuncture with CIVT. Beatrice performs acupuncture in the clinic with patients and in surgery settings.

Beatrice has a love of animals and joined the industry as she has a genuine desire to look after animals and help them to have a quality of life.

When not at work she enjoys to exercise, travelling, going to the beach, and spending time with her son. Her element is any place where she can get in contact with animals and nature.

Animal Rehab Therapist

Certified Hydro Therapist

Certified Canine Remedial Massage

Coming from the Professional Services sector, Dorien is excited to start her new career as an animal rehab therapist. Dorien has been training dogs for over 8 years and is a Wildlife rescuer and carer in her free time.

Dorien is available every Friday for rehab therapy and is very excited to join the ANVC team.

Dorien lives with her family on the North Shore together with her chickens and 3 Beagles.

USA Certified Veterinary Technician/Acupuncturists

Nurse Manager

Amy has over eight years of experience in small animal general practice working in the United States as a Certified Veterinary Technician.

She also worked for four years at an Emergency and Critical Care Facility with Board Certified Surgeons and Internal Medicine Specialists.

Amy's energy and experience is invaluable to making All Natural Vet Care what it is today

Amy is excited to expand her career in Australia by learning more about integrative veterinary care since coming to work at All Natural Vet Care as Nurse Manager in 2017. When not at work, she enjoys travelling, reading, and hanging out with her cats, Caprica and Fiyero.

Amy continues to work in Emergency Specialist Medicine in Sydney.

Veterinary Nurse

Emily has been a key member of the ANVC Team for the last year, she is currently undertaking the Certificate IV Vet Nursing course. 

Emily has a background in Hospital Pharmacy so brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to ensuring we are delivering safe medicine.

Emily lives with a beautiful cat Nala who loves taking her mushroom supplements and Chinese Herbs!