Meet The Team : Lisnafillan

Laura Weir
Veterinary Surgeon

Laura Weir

I graduated in 2011 from Edinburgh University, after spending 10 years working in mixed and large animal practices in Northern Ireland I established Lisnafillan Farm Vets in 2021. I completed a Certificate in Cattle Health and Production in 2015 and started a Masters in Bovine Reproduction in 2024 both with the University of Liverpool, needless to say my main interests evolve around cattle fertility. Outside of work I run the Lisnafillan Poll Dorset flock and spend time at Moorcastle Holsteins.

Sam McNabney
Veterinary Surgeon

Sam McNabney

After graduating from the University of Edinburgh, I worked as a large animal vet in Longtown, Cumbria.

Wanting to return home, I teamed up with Laura in 2022 and helped develop Lisnafillan Farm Vets. I enjoy all aspects of large animal veterinary work and value working closely with farmers to improve the health and productivity of their livestock. My main areas of interest are fertility and youngstock management.

When I’m not scanning or treating sick cows, I can usually be found at home on the family farm, where we keep beef cattle and sheep. I enjoy all aspects of outdoor life – shooting, walking, and spending time with my wife, daughter, and black Labrador called Bracken.

Matthew Wright
Veterinary Surgeon

Matthew Wright

Hi, my name is Matthew. I graduated from Bristol University in June 2021. Having spent 18 months in Co. Tyrone as a farm vet I decided to come closer to home and joined the Lisnafillan team in 2023. I enjoy working with our clients to help improve their farm business and achieve maximum output by maintaining healthy livestock! At home we run a small beef and sheep farm and this is where you will find me in my spare time.

Jessica Warwick
Veterinary Surgeon

Jessica Warwick

Hi, I’m Jess, I graduated from Warsaw University of Life Sciences in April 2022. I started off my veterinary career working as a farm vet in County Tyrone before moving to Lisnafillan Vets in October 2023. I enjoy all aspects of farm veterinary work but have a particular love for surgery and flock health. In my spare time you’ll find me helping out on my family sheep farm and socialising with family and friends!

Nicola McAuley
Veterinary Surgeon

Nicola McAuley

Hi, I’m Nicola I graduated from Glasgow in June 2024 and started working with Lisnafillan in July 2024. So far, I’m enjoying getting to know the farmers and seeing something different every day. In my spare time you can find me either attempting to row or standing in a field wondering why my own lambs still aren’t growing!

Christa Dunlop
Veterinary Surgeon

Matthew Wright

After graduating from Glasgow University in 2012, I returned home to Northern Ireland where I have worked ever since. During this time, I completed a Masters in Ruminant Nutrition from Harper Adams University. In January 2023 I joined the team at Lisnafillan. I have always enjoyed farm practice, and my key areas of interest include flock health and production, calf rearing and nutritional diseases.

I am originally from Saintfield, where I still run some Hereford Cattle and Charollais sheep along with my father’s herd and flock. I now live outside Ballymoney, where my husband and I breed Charbex rams. I am kept busy with three young sons and in my limited spare time, I enjoy sports, outdoor activities and travelling.

Karen Carson
Admin Team

Karen Carson

I’m Karen Carson and I joined Lisnafillan Farm Vets in March 2022, having known Laura for over 20 years and worked with Laura previously before the formation of Lisnafillan Farm Vets. I grew up on a dairy farm outside Kells and have worked with livestock all my life. I have a real interest in pedigree livestock, owning a small herd of pedigree Beef Shorthorns producing cattle for a targeted market. In my spare time I enjoy showing and cheering on my son at football matches.

Florence Galloway
Admin Team

Florence Galloway

My name is Florence. I have been with Lisnafillan Farm Vets since April 2023. I live on a dairy farm outside Ahoghill. Outside of work I enjoy reading , baking and looking after my grandchildren.

Patricia Ford
Admin Team

Patricia Ford

Hi, I’m Patricia and I have been at Lisnafillan Farm Vets since Sept 2021 although Laura and myself have been friends since our school days. After graduating in 2010 I worked for 7 years in the feed & animal medicine industry and then spent time at home raising my 3 young kids. Outside of work I enjoy helping out with the livestock and spending time with my family.

Julie Bonnar
Admin Team

Julie Bonnar

I’m Julie, I joined Lisnafillan Farm Vets in 2023. I was born and raised on a beef and sheep farm so its fair to say I have a passion for animals. I am also an active member of my local Young Farmers Club. My hobbies include paddleboarding, baking and spending time with my dogs.

Emma Willet

Emma Willet

Originally from London, Emma joined the team in September 2025 after graduating from the University of Liverpool. She is looking forward to meeting the Lisnafillan clients and exploring all aspects of farm work, and has particular interests in fertility and youngstock health. In her spare time, she enjoys running and going to the gym, cooking, and spending time with friends.