Colleen Roman
Owner/DVM
AnimALL Mobile Veterinary Service
Small Bodies Big Skills: Technician Clinical Foundations for Exotic Mammal Care
Dr. Colleen Roman, DVM, RVT, is the founder and owner of AnimALL Mobile Veterinary Service, a
concierge in-home practice serving dogs, cats, and exotic companion animals throughout North Metro
Atlanta. She also serves as Vice President of the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians
(AEMV), where she is dedicated to advancing education, mentorship, and leadership in exotic animal
medicine. With a background as both a registered veterinary technician and veterinarian, Dr. Roman
is passionate about client education, species-specific care, and creating a more personalized,
relationship-centered veterinary experience. Her professional interests include exotic animal
medicine, mobile practice innovation, and strengthening the human-animal bond through compassionate
care delivered in the home.
Owner/DVM
AnimALL Mobile Veterinary Service
Small Bodies Big Skills: Technician Clinical Foundations for Exotic Mammal Care
Dr. Colleen Roman, DVM, RVT, is the founder and owner of AnimALL Mobile Veterinary Service, a
concierge in-home practice serving dogs, cats, and exotic companion animals throughout North Metro
Atlanta. She also serves as Vice President of the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians
(AEMV), where she is dedicated to advancing education, mentorship, and leadership in exotic animal
medicine. With a background as both a registered veterinary technician and veterinarian, Dr. Roman
is passionate about client education, species-specific care, and creating a more personalized,
relationship-centered veterinary experience. Her professional interests include exotic animal
medicine, mobile practice innovation, and strengthening the human-animal bond through compassionate
care delivered in the home.
Alexandra Sack
Veterinarian Epidemiologist
The Carter Center
Pilot study evaluating the palatability of Fortetropin® in domestic rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus)
Dr. Alexandra (Lexi) Sack helps support research partners and national Guinea Worm Eradication Programs to apply One Health practices during day-to-day operations and in research with both domestic and wild animals. She also works with national programs to collect and analyze data with the goal of accelerating Guinea worm eradication. Dr. Sack received her PhD in Clinical and Translational Science from Tufts University, a Master of Public Health in Global Health from Harvard Chan School of Public Health, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from North Carolina State University, and her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Birmingham-Southern College. She received further postdoctoral training at Duke University and at Notre Dame University.
Veterinarian Epidemiologist
The Carter Center
Pilot study evaluating the palatability of Fortetropin® in domestic rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus)
Dr. Alexandra (Lexi) Sack helps support research partners and national Guinea Worm Eradication Programs to apply One Health practices during day-to-day operations and in research with both domestic and wild animals. She also works with national programs to collect and analyze data with the goal of accelerating Guinea worm eradication. Dr. Sack received her PhD in Clinical and Translational Science from Tufts University, a Master of Public Health in Global Health from Harvard Chan School of Public Health, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from North Carolina State University, and her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Birmingham-Southern College. She received further postdoctoral training at Duke University and at Notre Dame University.
Miranda Sadar
Associate Professor
Colorado State University
Plasma levels and pharmacodynamics of IV and OTM methadone in rabbits
Dr. Miranda Sadar is a graduate of Colorado State University. She completed a one-year specialty internship at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. After finishing a two-year fellowship at the Wildlife Center of Virginia, she completed a zoological residency at the University of California, Davis. Dr. Sadar worked at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine for two years prior to moving back to Colorado State University, where she is an Associate Professor.
Associate Professor
Colorado State University
Plasma levels and pharmacodynamics of IV and OTM methadone in rabbits
Dr. Miranda Sadar is a graduate of Colorado State University. She completed a one-year specialty internship at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. After finishing a two-year fellowship at the Wildlife Center of Virginia, she completed a zoological residency at the University of California, Davis. Dr. Sadar worked at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine for two years prior to moving back to Colorado State University, where she is an Associate Professor.
Andrea Sanchez
Ontario Veterinary College
Anticholinergic effects on conscious and sedated Sonoran Desert toad (Incilius alvarius) heart rates
Anesthesiologist at Ontario Veterinary College
Ontario Veterinary College
Anticholinergic effects on conscious and sedated Sonoran Desert toad (Incilius alvarius) heart rates
Anesthesiologist at Ontario Veterinary College
David Sanchez-Milgallon Guzman
Professor
UC Davis
Clinical and pathological findings of six rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) with esophageal disorders.
Computed Tomographic Findings of Nasal and Paranasal Disease in Domestic Rabbits
Surgical Treatment of a Carapacial Osteosarcoma in a Desert Tortoise (Gopherus agassizii)
Professor
UC Davis
Clinical and pathological findings of six rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) with esophageal disorders.
Computed Tomographic Findings of Nasal and Paranasal Disease in Domestic Rabbits
Surgical Treatment of a Carapacial Osteosarcoma in a Desert Tortoise (Gopherus agassizii)
Jessie Sanders
Owner/Chief Veterinarian
Aquatic Veterinary Services
Clinical Pearls in Koi Health: Lessons Not Yet in Print
Go With the Flow--or Change It: Pivoting Your Veterinary Career
Ornamental Fish Neoplasia: Diagnosis, Treatment and Outcomes
The Untapped Market: Promoting the Value of Exotic & Aquatic Veterinary Practice
Whale of a Koi: Moby & Her Neoplasms
Dr. Jessie Sanders is the founder and owner of Aquatic Veterinary Services, where she provides
specialized mobile veterinary care for ornamental fish and aquatic inhabitants. As one of the few
board-certified fish practitioners in the country, she has pioneered comprehensive medical and
surgical treatments for pet fish, ranging from advanced diagnostics to complex life-saving
procedures. Dr. Sanders is a prolific educator and author, known for her dedication to improving
the standard of aquatic animal welfare through both professional mentorship and public outreach.
Her expertise and passion have made her a leading voice in the international aquatic veterinary
community, ensuring that even the smallest patients receive world-class care.
Owner/Chief Veterinarian
Aquatic Veterinary Services
Clinical Pearls in Koi Health: Lessons Not Yet in Print
Go With the Flow--or Change It: Pivoting Your Veterinary Career
Ornamental Fish Neoplasia: Diagnosis, Treatment and Outcomes
The Untapped Market: Promoting the Value of Exotic & Aquatic Veterinary Practice
Whale of a Koi: Moby & Her Neoplasms
Dr. Jessie Sanders is the founder and owner of Aquatic Veterinary Services, where she provides
specialized mobile veterinary care for ornamental fish and aquatic inhabitants. As one of the few
board-certified fish practitioners in the country, she has pioneered comprehensive medical and
surgical treatments for pet fish, ranging from advanced diagnostics to complex life-saving
procedures. Dr. Sanders is a prolific educator and author, known for her dedication to improving
the standard of aquatic animal welfare through both professional mentorship and public outreach.
Her expertise and passion have made her a leading voice in the international aquatic veterinary
community, ensuring that even the smallest patients receive world-class care.
Alison Savo
Parathyroid Hormone, Ionized Calcium, and Total Calcium Concentrations in the Domestic Rabbit
(Alison) Paige Savo graduated from NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. She
worked in small animal medicine for a few years in Colorado before moving to New Jersey and
starting her career at Nautilus Avian and Exotics Veterinary Specialists. Dr. Savo has been an
associate veterinarian at Nautilus for 5 years. She acts as the internship director in addition to
managing primary and referral cases for over 200 species of avian, small mammals, reptiles,
invertebrates, and fish. Dr. Savo plans to sit for ACZM boards in 2027.
Parathyroid Hormone, Ionized Calcium, and Total Calcium Concentrations in the Domestic Rabbit
(Alison) Paige Savo graduated from NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. She
worked in small animal medicine for a few years in Colorado before moving to New Jersey and
starting her career at Nautilus Avian and Exotics Veterinary Specialists. Dr. Savo has been an
associate veterinarian at Nautilus for 5 years. She acts as the internship director in addition to
managing primary and referral cases for over 200 species of avian, small mammals, reptiles,
invertebrates, and fish. Dr. Savo plans to sit for ACZM boards in 2027.
Alison Savo
Associate Veterinarian
Nautilus Avian and Exotics Veterinary Specialists
RABBIT AND RODENT DENTISTRY LAB
Successful Medical Management of Liver Lobe Torsion in Domestic Rabbits: A Case Series
(Alison) Paige Savo graduated from NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. She
worked in small animal medicine for a few years in Colorado before moving to New Jersey and
starting her career at Nautilus Avian and Exotics Veterinary Specialists. Dr. Savo has been an
associate veterinarian at Nautilus for 5 years. She acts as the internship director in addition to
managing primary and referral cases for over 200 species of avian, small mammals, reptiles,
invertebrates, and fish. Dr. Savo plans to sit for ACZM boards in 2027.
Associate Veterinarian
Nautilus Avian and Exotics Veterinary Specialists
RABBIT AND RODENT DENTISTRY LAB
Successful Medical Management of Liver Lobe Torsion in Domestic Rabbits: A Case Series
(Alison) Paige Savo graduated from NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2018. She
worked in small animal medicine for a few years in Colorado before moving to New Jersey and
starting her career at Nautilus Avian and Exotics Veterinary Specialists. Dr. Savo has been an
associate veterinarian at Nautilus for 5 years. She acts as the internship director in addition to
managing primary and referral cases for over 200 species of avian, small mammals, reptiles,
invertebrates, and fish. Dr. Savo plans to sit for ACZM boards in 2027.
Meryl Schimek
Associate Veterinarian
Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital
Characterization of oral bacterial isolates in chinchillas with and without periodontal disease
Dr. Schimek graduated from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine in 2018 and
worked in private practice until completing a residency at Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital in the
Dallas area. She achieved board certification in exotic companion mammal medicine and surgery from
ABVP in 2025. Her interests lie in small mammal dentistry and soft tissue surgery.
Associate Veterinarian
Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital
Characterization of oral bacterial isolates in chinchillas with and without periodontal disease
Dr. Schimek graduated from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine in 2018 and
worked in private practice until completing a residency at Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital in the
Dallas area. She achieved board certification in exotic companion mammal medicine and surgery from
ABVP in 2025. Her interests lie in small mammal dentistry and soft tissue surgery.
Justin Scott
Comparison of two methods for analysis of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in turtle plasma
Justin is the Laboratory Director & Principal Ecotoxicologist at Cove Environmental LLC.
Comparison of two methods for analysis of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in turtle plasma
Justin is the Laboratory Director & Principal Ecotoxicologist at Cove Environmental LLC.