We offer comprehensive eye care for all our patients. We have an extensive ophthalmology equipment including a slit lamp (for magnified examination of the front of the eye), tonovet (for measuring intraocular pressure) and indirect ophthalmoscope (for detailed retinal examination).
Helen Manson is a qualified veterinary ophthalmologist, having gained her Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons certificate in 2012. Helen often sees eye cases for our registered clients and also offers a second opinion referral service for vets in the local area. She has a particular interest in canine and feline corneal disease. We do not offer intraocular/cataract surgery at the practice.
Referring vets: if you would like advise about a case or would like to arrange a referral, then contact the practice and Helen will be happy to advise you of next steps
Ellen joined us in 2026 after previously working in another vet practice and an animal sanctuary.
She loves horses and has two of her own called Molly and Abbie. she also has four dogs who she enjoys walking in the Norfolk countryside.
Adri Rossouw
Locum Veterinary Surgeon BVSc CertAVP (FelMed) MRCVS
Adri qualified as a Vet Surgeon in South Africa in May 1992 before moving to the UK in 1998. She was partner in a small animal vet practice in Norfolk before retiring in May 2023. She missed working with animals so now works as a locum part time. She brings a wealth of experience to the team. She achieved a CertAVP Small Animal Medicine (feline medicine) certificate in 2023. She also enjoys orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery.
Outside work Adri enjoys gardening, cycling and walking as well as being involved in the Gateway Church in Kings Lynn. Adri has a tuxedo cat called Karolus and the village peacock Bob has claimed her garden.
Helen Manson
Veterinary Surgeon BVM&S CertVOphthal MRCVS
Helen moved to Norfolk after graduating from Edinburgh Vet School in 2003. After working in practices around King’s Lynn, she joined the practice in 2023.
Helen enjoys small animal medicine and has a special interest in Ophthalmology. Helen gained her post graduate RCVS certificate in Veterinary Ophthalmology in 2012 and offers internal and external referrals for eye cases at the practice.
Outside of work, Helen is kept busy with her three children, Daisy the Labrador and Maggie the cat. She is married to Liam.
Ben Mcdonnell
Clinical Director & Veterinary Surgeon BVSc, BSc, Cert AVP (GSAS)MRCVS
Following his graduation from Liverpool University in 2008 Ben returned to his roots in Cumbria, where he spent a short period working in mixed practice, before making the decision to work solely as a small animal veterinarian. He moved to Norfolk in 2022, when he joined our team at Swaffham, becoming a clinical director in 2025. Ben enjoys all aspects of first opinion small practice work, but especially enjoys the surgical side of the job and achieved the Royal College Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice (General Small Animal Surgery) in 2021.
Outside work Ben is often found exploring the Norfolk countryside and coastline with his son Joey. His other interests include mountain biking, walking, running and more recently paddle boarding.
Emily Neep
Veterinary Surgeon BVetMed BSc(hons) MRCVS
Emily joined Swaffham Veterinary Centre in 2023, having worked as a vet in Wales. Originally from Norfolk, she was very excited to move back home! She has a keen interest in exotic animal care and also is trained in acupuncture.
In her spare time, Emily enjoys exploring her creative side with various craft projects, from crochet to jewellery making and can often be heard singing along to her favourite musical (much to the nurse’s dismay!). She has always had pets at home, ranging from various cats and dogs to a pet toad!
Liam Manson
Clinical Director & Veterinary Surgeon BVM&S GPCert (SAS) MRCVS
Liam founded Swaffham veterinary Centre in 2014, having worked in mid-Norfolk since graduating from Edinburgh University in 2003. He completed a surgical certificate in 2007 and continues to have a keen interest in surgery but does enjoy the variety that a busy first opinion small animal practice gives each day.
Out of work Liam enjoys spending time with his wife and children, who all enjoy travelling in the UK and abroad. he also enjoys exploring the beautiful Norfolk countryside with his Labrador Daisy. When given the opportunity Liam is a keen gardener.