Vet Hospital marks 40 years with new facilities

The Eastern Shore’s Tasmanian Veterinary Hospital, located on Clarence Street in Bellerive, recently celebrated two significant milestones with the re-opening of its new state-of-the-art facilities and 40 years of operation.

Hundreds of locals enjoyed interactive presentations while exploring the advanced treatment rooms, diagnostic equipment and spacious recovery areas designed to deliver the highest standard of care for pets.

Owned and operated by Rob Callaway and Gareth Stephensen with 60 staff, the recent renovation of the hospital has doubled the size from 300 to 600 square metres.

“It’s good to have that new space where you’re not tripping over each other and have the facilities here to be able to do what we need to do,” Mr Stephensen said.

“There has been a lot of investment to ensure that we have the best technology for animal diagnosis.

“We have CT scanners and facilities to undertake keyhole surgery, endoscopy as well as an amazing new theatre space, X-rays and ultrasound–all the services you would expect in a human hospital but are not as common in a veterinary clinic.”

Touring the hospital’s new facilities alongside community members were Clarence Mayor Brendan Blomeley and deputy Mayor Allison Ritchie.

“Congratulations to Rob and Gareth on the 40-year milestone and for this quality investment that will provide gold standard care for our pets,” Mayor Blomeley said.

“It is always pleasing to see businesses grow in our city and this $5 million investment delivers cutting-edge medical technology and provides a wonderful space for both staff and patients.”