Tim Ferens graduated from the Royal Dick Veterinary College, Edinburgh in 1999. He has worked in the Bucks/Berks area since then with a brief stint working in Rotorua, New Zealand. He came to Temple End in 2006 and became a Partner in the practice in 2012. Tim, his wife Dee, daughter Mia and son Finlay, Labrador Bodhi and ginger cat E.J. live in High Wycombe. He enjoys mountain biking, running with the HWH3, road cycling and whenever possible, skiing.

Jacqui Chesham was pleased to accept the position of Practice Manager in January 2004 having worked there a few years earlier on reception before leaving to run a branch practice elsewhere. She has lived in Marlow for most of her life with husband Neil, they have two daughters and four grandchildren. She enjoys dog walking, growing bonsai, gardening and spending time with family.

Esme Reynolds graduated from the University of Nottingham in 2014 and has been working at a small animal hospital in Lincolnshire since then. She moved to Temple End in September 2017. She enjoys all aspects of her job but particularly likes feline medicine. In her spare time she enjoys walking her dog Elwood and spending time with her family and other pets, Queenie the cat and Darnell the corn snake.

James Copland joined Temple End in 2017, after graduating from the University of Nottingham. He obtained his postgraduate certificate in small animal surgery in 2021, and has a particular interest in orthopaedics, namely fracture repair and surgical correction of cruciate disease and patella luxation. He is currently studying towards a further advanced certificate in orthopaedic surgery. James lives in Marlow with his fiancée Helen, who is also a vet, and Penny the cat. In his spare time, James regularly plays tennis and runs, and also enjoys reading, travelling, cricket and football.

Riya Visavadia joined Temple End in January 2022 after graduating from the University of Nottingham. Riya enjoys all areas of veterinary medicine, but currently enjoys surgery and is eager to learn more. She is excited to meet the pets and owners in the community. In her spare time she loves listening to music and likes to stay active doing Pilates and going to the gym. She can’t wait to explore and hike around the country with her Weimaraner Hudson.

Thomas Donald joined the practice in August 2022 shortly after graduating from the University of Cambridge. Thomas enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine and has a keen interest in surgery. He is enjoying getting to know the many pets and their owners in the community. In his spare time Thomas enjoys hiking, exploring the Chiltern Hills, playing music and travelling.

Jasmine Chapman joined the Temple End team in September 2023 after graduating from the University of Bristol. Jasmine enjoys all areas of veterinary medicine, but currently enjoys surgery and neurology. She looks forward to getting to know the many pets and their owners that visit Temple End. In her spare time, she enjoys staying active by going to the gym, cold water swimming and horse riding when she gets the chance.

Geoff Nash graduated from the Royal Veterinary College, London. After several years working in Gloucestershire Geoff returned to the local area where he has lived and worked for the last 33 years. Geoff joined the Practice in April 2024.He enjoys all aspects of Veterinary Medicine and is looking forward to meeting new pets and their owners.
In his spare time Geoff is a keen gardener, showing vegetables and flowers locally and nationally.

Angela Lo joined the Temple End team in September 2024 after graduating from the Royal Veterinary College. Angela grew up in Hong Kong before she decided to further pursue her studies in the UK. She enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, but has a particular interest in surgery and ophthalmology. Outside of work, she enjoys playing tennis, travelling and socialising with her friends.

Shelley Kirby started work at Temple End straight after leaving school in June 1997. She quickly gained her VN qualification and is now a senior nurse. Shelley grew up and lives in Marlow with a small collection of pets and her two children Lewis and Beatrix. In her spare time she enjoys her pets, films, shopping and DIY!

Lucy Spackman joined Temple End in 1989 after qualifying as a VN in 1988. She married Philip in March 2004 and they live in Speen with a gang of lurchers, terriers sheep and chickens. Out of working hours Lucy enjoys anything to do with the outdoors especially fishing and walking.

Edie Coltman joined the team in March 2023 after completing her level 3 extended diploma in Animal Management at Berkshire College of Agriculture. She lives at home with her tabby cat Nellie. She enjoys dance and has performed in places such as the Royal Albert Hall, Blackpool Tower Ballroom and Wembley Stadium. Edie looks forward to learning about all aspects of veterinary nursing but has a keen interest in exotics.

Sophia Ramirez joined Temple End in May 2023, after working in a specialist referral practice and completing her Level 3 Animal Management Qualification at Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital. Her experience in a referral practice gave her a keen interest in learning about Orthopaedic cases, and the patient care involved. At home, she has a German Shepard called Ayla and two cats. In her spare time she enjoys running and traveling.

Sophie joined Temple End after completing her level 3 diploma in Animal Management at Berkshire College of Agriculture. At home she lives with her 3 dogs, a Labrador called Max, an Airedale Terrier called Dennis and a Miniature Poodle hearing dog that they foster called Ray. In her spare time, she enjoys going to the gym and reading. She enjoys all things nursing but particularly loves cuddling with the cats and dogs that come in

Maryna joined Temple End as a veterinary care assistant in November 2022 after relocating from Ukraine due to the War. In 2009 she received a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine diploma from the National University of Life and Environmental Science of Ukraine, Kyiv. She is now preparing to sit her exams with the RCVS so she can practice in the UK. She is raising 3 beautiful daughters and in her free time enjoys running, checkers and chess.