SCEH Team
Tias Muurlink BVSc (HONS) FANZCVS (Equine Surgery)
Registered Specialist in Equine Surgery
Tias graduated in 1988 and has spent most of his career in Equine practice. After several jobs which included time in North Queensland, Victoria and Oakey, he started West Warwick Vet Clinic with Dr. Cathy Marlton. This practice grew to be the predominant practice in the area until the time it was sold it in 2004.
Tias then worked a season for the Scone Vet Hospital before heading to the University of Melbourne Veterinary Hospital. Here he consolidated his skills and qualified by examination as a specialist in Equine Surgery. He continued at the University of Melbourne Veterinary Hospital as the Head the Equine Centre, ultimately responsible for the care of all horses going through this busy teaching hospital. During this period he also spent time in North America, the UK and Singapore gaining experience.
Tias then returned to Queensland and spent a year at the University of Queensland Veterinary Hospital (Gatton) as a specialist equine surgeon.
In 2013, Tias decided to leave University life and started back in private practice based in Warwick, founding Warwick Equine Vets soon after. As well as his private practice work, he has been heavily involved with the ANZCVS. He has recently stepped down from his roles on the Board of Examiners and governing Council of the ANZCVS and as chief examiner. He is also regularly lectures on various equine topics mostly in fields related to Equine Surgery.
Tias also enjoys supporting the equine veterinary community and regularly works with and advises veterinary colleagues both locally and internationally and provides consultancy surgery help to several practices around Australia.
Tias has wide ranging interests in the fields of equine practice. Special interests include surgery and lameness and he also enjoys the challenges of stud work during the breeding season.
As Sunshine Coast Equine Hospital comes on stream, Tias will oversee the veterinary team and looks forward to providing consultancy services from this location.
Lynette Jackson
Practice Manager
Lynette is an equine veterinary nurse with over 15 years of experience in Equine Practice. After completing her degree in animal science, she started working in the breeding industry here in Australia and overseas. A role with Scone Equine Veterinary Hospital quickly developed Lynette’s passion for equine veterinary nursing, making the step to become a qualified veterinary nurse.
Moving to the University of Melbourne Equine Centre in 2006 she continued to develop her skills as a nurse and the development of her leadership and management skills, becoming the Head Nurse and then Team Leader of the Equine Lameness and Imaging Centre.
Lynette is thrilled to be part of the Sunshine Coast project to establish a hospital that provides high-quality veterinary care to horses. She is enthusiastic about using her knowledge to build a practice from the ground up and contribute to the creation of something truly innovative.
Dr. Brianna Clark | BVSc (Hons), MANZCVS (Medicine of Horses), Diplomate ACVIM (Large Animal Internal Medicine) DVClinSc
Originally from Far North Queensland, Dr Brianna graduated with Honours from the University of Queensland before beginning her veterinary career in mixed practice close to home in the tropics. Following several years in practice, she undertook an internship at Goulburn Valley Equine Hospital in Victoria, remaining on as a Medicine Fellow for an additional season.
Driven by a passion for all aspects of equine internal medicine, Brianna went on to complete an Equine Internal Medicine Residency at the University of Queensland, obtaining her Diplomate status with the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Large Animal) in 2023. She also holds Membership of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Medicine of Horses. Most recently, she has worked at Scone Equine Hospital, one of Australia’s busiest equine referral centres, gaining extensive experience in complex medical case management and critical care. Brianna enjoys all aspects of internal medicine but has a particular interest in endocrinology, cardiology and poor performance.
Brianna’s research as part of her professional doctorate focused on the epidemiological and genetic factors contributing to insulin dysregulation and equine metabolic syndrome in ponies.
Outside of work, Brianna enjoys time outdoors with her young family - hiking, beach time, and exploring new places. She also loves baking and has recently taken up the art of sourdough bread making.
Dr. Bridget Nottle | BVSc, DACVS - LA
Registered Specialist in Equine Surgery
Dr. Bridget Nottle is an equine surgeon with advanced training in emergency surgery, lameness, and critical care. Originally from Queensland, Bridget completed her Bachelor of Veterinary Science with Honours at The University of Queensland before undertaking a surgical residency at the University of California, Davis—one of the world’s leading veterinary teaching hospitals. She became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2021.
Before joining the Sunshine Coast Equine Hospital, Bridget has spent the last 10 years working in some of the best hospitals in the United States, most recently at Colorado State University where she was the service chief of the equine emergency surgery and critical care department. Her clinical experience covers all aspects of equine surgery, from complex colic, orthopedic and airway procedures to wound management and post-operative care. She has also contributed to several research publications advancing understanding of equine emergency medicine and surgical techniques.
Bridget is passionate about providing high-quality, compassionate care to horses and their owners. She particularly enjoys managing critical care cases and supporting horses through recovery from major surgery.
Outside of work, Bridget has a lifelong involvement in endurance riding, having represented Australia in international competition. She enjoys travel, outdoor adventures, and spending time with her very special saluki dogs.
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