General Practitioner Veterinarian — Exotic Animal Medicine, Small Animal Medicine, and Soft Tissue Surgery

3 years

Avian Medicine, ongoing studies in Reptile Metabolic & Bone Disease, and expanding skills in Exotic Animal Emergency Care.

I have expertise in treating a wide range of animals, including small mammals such as rabbits, hamsters, sugar gliders, bats, cats, and dogs; reptiles such as turtles, sulcata tortoises, and snakes; as well as a variety of bird species. I am particularly passionate about caring for exotic pets and providing comprehensive medical support for both companion animals and wildlife.

My approach to patient care and client communication is simple, efficient, and informative, ensuring clarity in explaining the disease process and treatment options. My goal is to empower clients with knowledge so they feel more confident and less stressed when facing similar problems in the future.

I focus on minimizing stress for both pets and their owners through gentle handling, a calm environment, and clear communication.

Yes, my specific interests within veterinary medicine include preventive care, the management of chronic diseases, and soft tissue surgery.

I find cases especially rewarding when clients are actively engaged in their pet’s recovery—seeing their understanding grow, their confidence increase, and their pet’s health improve makes the work deeply fulfilling.

I use a clear, step-by-step approach: explain the condition in simple terms, demonstrate each home-care task, have owners practice (teach-back), and provide written checklists and follow-ups so they feel confident and independent.

The advice I most often give to pet owners is to do their research before bringing a new pet into their home. Understanding a species’ needs—nutrition, housing, behavior, and medical care—greatly reduces preventable health issues and unnecessary stress. When owners know what they are doing from the start, pets live healthier lives and vet visits can focus on preventive care rather than emergency problems.