We are a small animal only practice that was established 50 years ago. Our focus is providing services to dog and cat owners. We run by appointments so if you need to see a veterinarian please telephone the clinic and one of our friendly staff will assist. We have a pragmatic approach to veterinary medicine and aim to provide the most appropriate diagnostics and treatment to your pet. To put simply, we approach our diagnostic and treatment plans as if we were treating our own pets and follow the KISS principle.
Dr. Steven Metcalfe
BSc BVMS (Hons) MSc MANZCVS (Small Animal Medicine)
Dr. Metcalfe graduated from Murdoch University in 1990 with first class Honours. He gained membership to the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists in 1995 in small animal medicine. In 2000 he was awarded an MSc from Monash University for his thesis titled “Assisted Reproduction in the Bitch”. The research focused on canine embryology and ovarian development in the bitch. He has published and presented papers internationally. Dr Metcalfe started work at Applecross Veterinary Hospital in 1990 and owned the practice for 25 years. He currently lives with his family, a toy poodle and a Russian blue cat.
Please see a list of Dr. Metcalfes publications and presentations.
Dr. Jia-Wen Lim
BSc BVMS MANZCVS (Small Animal Medicine)
Dr. Lim graduated from Murdoch University in 2017 and successfully completed her College Membership examinations in small animal medicine in 2023. She started with Applecross Veterinary Hospital in 2015 when she was still a student, and has owned the practice since 2025. When not at work or spending time with her two Labradors, she enjoys bouldering, baking and is your typical Singaporean “foodie”.
Dr. Zoey Wong
BSc DVM
Dr. Wong has joined Applecross Vet as a new graduate in 2025. She graduated from Murdoch University in 2024.
Dr. Lyn Tan
BSc DVM
Dr. Tan joined the Applecross Vet team as a new graduate in 2026. She graduated from Murdoch University in 2025.