Reptile Medicine!

Dr Shane Simpson is the co-owner of Karingal Veterinary Hospital located in Frankston, Melbourne. As one of the busiest reptile vets in the country he is probably better known as "The Reptile Doctor". Dr Simpson regularly lectures to fellow veterinarians, veterinary nurses and reptile keepers on assorted topics relating to reptile and amphibian medicine and surgery. In addition he contributes articles and other material to reptile magazines, veterinary journals and websites as well as being an active participant on several online forums and Facebook pages dedicated to reptiles and amphibians. He is a consultant veterinarian for a number of reptile shops and aquariums, wildlife shelters, reptile demonstrator businesses, wildlife parks and large commercial collections.