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MEET THE
Diagnostic Imaging TEAM
With experience and expertise in every aspect of imaging relating to the care of pets, our Diagnostic Imaging team enable swift diagnosis moving to more rapid and appropriate identification of treatment options. The team includes Clinicians and Diagnostic Imaging nurses, who have specific experience in caring for pets throughout the diagnostic process, to ensure it is as stress-free as possible for your pet, and for you.
Jessica Sumping
Head of Diagnostic Imaging
BVetMed, DipECVDI, AFHEA, MRCVS
EBVS European Specialist in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging
Jess studied at the Royal Veterinary College and immediately after graduating completed a rotating internship at Vets Now Referrals, Glasgow. She spent several years working in first opinion, both in the private and charity sector, before embarking upon an imaging internship and residency at the University of Liverpool. She obtained her ECVDI diploma in January 2024 and joined Southfields Veterinary Specialists in May 2024.
Outside of work, Jess enjoys travelling, hiking, cooking, going to the gym and spending time with her cat, Doris
Tracey Hewitt
Radiographer/ MRI Lead
Sara Isaya
Diagnostic Imager
Hazel Reid
Diagnostic Imaging Consultant
BVM&S PgC Small Animal Diagnostic Imaging Cert PStat (Open)
MRCVS Advanced Practitioner in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging
Hazel graduated from Edinburgh University longer ago than she would like to admit.
During her time in general practice Hazel developed a keen interest in imaging. After completing a postgraduate certificate, she committed to the discipline and joined a multidisciplinary referral practice as a diagnostic imaging clinician. She enjoys all aspects of imaging but is particularly interested in ultrasound, teaching, and research.
Out of work Hazel enjoys spending time with her family and friends, travelling, and exploring the great outdoors with her springer spaniel Douglas.
Jessica Jackson
Senior Diagnostic Imaging Registered Veterinary Nurse
RVN, CertVNECC
Jessica is a Registered Veterinary Nurse who joined the Southfields Veterinary Specialists’ team in December 2017 as a Diagnostic Imaging Nurse. Jessica has more than 6 years' experience working as part of a diagnostic imaging team, operating and performing basic and advanced diagnostic imaging.
Jessica thoroughly enjoys diagnostic imaging, particularly CT and is also very interested in emergency and critical care medicine and in 2017 completed her CertVNECC certificate.
In her spare time, she enjoys keeping fit, spending time with her husband and her two handsome nephews; as well as enjoying cuddles with her Lilac British shorthair Doris and her Staffordshire bull terrier Bruce.
Katie Lewis
Diagnostic Imaging Registered Veterinary Nurse
RVN
Katie is currently studying towards her FdSC Degree in Veterinary Nursing at Nottingham Trent University and joined Southfields in June 2018.
Through her studies, Katie has discovered that she has interests in anatomy, specifically the kidneys and the skeleton.
Briney Miller
Diagnostic Imaging Patient Care Assistant
Level 2 BTEC Technicals Animal Care diploma
Briney has always been interested in Animal Care and enrolled in the Level 2 BTEC Technicals Animal Care course at Capel Manor College. After completing her diploma, Briney moved into the veterinary industry and worked at a rehoming centre. Briney joined Southfields in June 2019 as one of our Nursing Assistants.
In her spare time, Briney enjoys reading and walking her dogs.
Katie Mills
Senior Diagnostic Imaging Registered Veterinary Nurse
RVN
Katie Joined Southfields in April 2019, she began her Southfields journey working as a multi-disciplinary veterinary nurse and in December 2019 made the move to join the Imaging team as Diagnostic Imaging Nurse.
Katie enjoys all parts of Imaging, especially CT and taking specialist radiographs.
In her spare time, Katie enjoys spending time with friends and family, and also playing with her two new kittens, Nala and Loki!