Meet the team

Dane Walker is the Clinical Director of Advanced Vetcare London, and co-founder of DNA Vetcare Group.  Based in Streatham, Dane leads the organisation’s mission to deliver exceptional, compassionate veterinary care.

Dr. Allyson Gosling is a specialist in Veterinary Ophthalmology who joins Advanced Vetcare London with a passion for restoring and preserving vision in animals through advanced medical and surgical care.

Originally from Oregon, USA, Allyson graduated with distinction from Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010, where she was inducted into the Phi Zeta Honor Society. She went on to complete rotating and ophthalmology internships at leading hospitals in Boise and Portland, before undertaking a three-year residency in Comparative Ophthalmology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. She became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (DACVO) in 2016.

Allyson has since gained extensive experience in both referral and emergency settings, working in multi-specialty hospitals across the Pacific Northwest, most recently as a Veterinary Ophthalmologist at BluePearl NE Portland. Her clinical interests include corneal disease and surgery, ocular manifestations of systemic disease, and feline ophthalmology.

She is an active contributor to the veterinary community, having lectured widely at conferences and professional meetings, and published research in Veterinary Ophthalmology and other scientific journals. Allyson also serves on committees for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO), reflecting her commitment to fostering a more inclusive veterinary profession.

At Advanced Vetcare London, Allyson offers specialist ophthalmic consultations and surgery, combining clinical excellence with a gentle, collaborative approach to patient care.

Outside of work, Allyson enjoys travel, community engagement, and spending time exploring new places with her family and friends.

Dr. Jakub Köcher-Vodnárek is a European Specialist in Small Animal Surgery who brings a wealth of expertise in orthopaedic, soft tissue, and neurosurgery to the Advanced Vetcare London team.

Originally from the Czech Republic, Jakub graduated from the University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Sciences in Brno with two degrees. After gaining experience in general and emergency practice across the UK and Germany, he went on to complete rotating and surgical internships at world-class centres including VRCC Veterinary Referrals in Basildon and Fitzpatrick Referrals in Surrey.

In 2020, Jakub began a prestigious ECVS Residency in Small Animal Surgery at the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna. Following its completion, he successfully passed the board examinations to become a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS).

Jakub has published research in leading veterinary journals such as Veterinary Record and Veterinary Surgery, with a focus on orthopaedic techniques, reconstructive surgery, and surgical oncology. He continues to enhance his knowledge through advanced training courses across Europe and the USA.

Passionate about delivering the highest standard of surgical care, Jakub is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for his patients through precision, compassion, and evidence-based practice.

When not in the operating theatre, Jakub enjoys travelling, exploring new cultures, and spending time outdoors.