Slavka (short for Slavomira) qualified as a general vet in 2009 from University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Kosice Slovakia after which she remained in general practice for couple of years before moving to England to pursue further career options. She has worked at Southfields Veterinary Specialists, where she undertaken rotating and oncology internship and completed a residency in small animal oncology. After her residency she stayed in the same practice for few more years before moving up North to Wear referrals. Slavka achieved the European Diploma in Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology) in 2023.

Slavka enjoys all aspects of oncology and in particular multidisciplinary approach to patient. She is passionate about patients’ quality of life throughout the cancer treatments.  

Outside of work, Slavka enjoys exploring nature’s wonders in the North of England and she also enjoys travelling around the world.