Dr Kristina Hulme
Veterinarian – BSc BVSc(hons)
Special interest in dermatology, surgery, feline medicine.
I graduated from the University of Melbourne with Honours and embarked on a career in small animal practice that took me from regional Victoria to the bustling city of London, then back to Melbourne again. I founded Northcote Animal Hospital in 2013 and am passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care for pets and their families.
Living locally, I take pride in leading a dedicated team that strives to create a welcoming, inclusive environment for both animals and their owners. With extensive experience treating small animals of all breeds and ages, I focus on managing their health and wellbeing with a personal touch. I have a particular interest in dermatology—especially resolving challenging skin and ear issues—and enjoy caring for our senior pets to ensure they live happy, comfortable lives.
I believe in a gentle, collaborative approach and aim to make every visit positive and reassuring. As part of an inclusive community, I am proud to support diversity within our practice. If you have any feedback or questions about our work, please don’t hesitate to reach out via our wonderful reception team—I’m always eager to find ways to improve how we care for our community.
Dr Harry Ellsmore
Veterinarian
Special interest in animal dentistry.
My qualifications include a Bachelor in Veterinary Science (Hons) from the University of Sydney (2005) and a BSc (Hons) in Zoology from the University of Edinburgh (1999). I began my career in private small animal practices, where I spent nine years honing my skills. Following that, I transitioned to a large not-for-profit animal hospital which received a lot of complex referrals with a very diverse caseload. This enabled me to develop more advanced veterinary skills. Although a lot of my work was in emergency and critical care, the part I enjoyed most was in the area of dentistry and preventative care. I believe that maintaining a pet’s dental health is a lifelong commitment that significantly impacts their overall well-being. The core of what I do is to improve and maintain the welfare of my patients. Every pet under my care has a right to a pain free and low stress life. I take my time to listen to a pet owner’s concerns and limitations as I have found this is the most successful path to formulating an effective treatment plan to improve the well being of their pets. I am particularly driven to address dental disease, a prevalent issue affecting many adult dogs.
I love working for an organisation with excellent standards of care just a short bike ride from home. I enjoy bringing the benefits of my experience to my own community. Outside of work, I love to spend time fixing things (DIY) and cooking.
Dr Jacob Stone
Veterinarian
Special interests: soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery; canine lameness issues.
After graduating from Sydney University in 2013 and taking a year off to satisfy a travelling itch, I settled into working in general practice around Kogarah and Belmore, Sydney. It was here I developed a passion for preventative medicine and all things surgery, completing Soft tissue and Orthopaedic surgical graduate courses through Massey University. I recently moved to Melbourne to complete a surgical Internship at Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre, with a goal to sit my ANZCVSc membership examinations in the near future. I particularly love working with such a stellar team at nOah and their focus on high standards of care. The best part of the job is getting to know your pets and helping them live their best life. When I’m not working I like spending time outdoors, either hiking, rock climbing or skiing. I look forward to meeting you and your fur babies! Dr Margaux Corpe
Visiting Locum Veterinarian
Providing expert cover during staff annual leave and personal travels | Special interest in soft tissue surgery, animal behaviour & internal medicine.
A familiar face at nOah, Dr Margaux Corpe returns to us intermittently to support our team while our regular veterinarians are on annual leave. While she spends much of her time traveling the globe, we are delighted to have her expert hands available for regular locum shifts in between her adventures.
With a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine from London and a BSc Hons in Bioveterinary Sciences, Margaux brings a high standard of care and deep experience in soft tissue surgery and animal behavior. She believes the best outcomes are rooted in trust and clear communication, ensuring you and your pets feel heard and safe during her time with us.
Days off involve surfing, cooking, rock climbing, and reading.