Our Veterinarians
Our veterinarians apply their specialized knowledge, tools, and expertise to improve the health and wellness of your exotic pet. They attend veterinary conferences and obtain specialized training to maintain that expertise, and Dr. Orosz has actively taught for over 30 years. Dr. Burns is working with Dr. Orosz to complete a residency program in avian medicine through the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. Dr. Jabri’s goals include becoming board-certified in avian medicine.
Susan Orosz, PhD, DVM, Dipl ABVP (Avian), Dipl ECZM (Avian)
Dr. Orosz is an internationally known avian veterinarian and anatomist and is the owner of Bird and Exotic Pet Wellness Center. She received her PhD in human neuroanatomy from the University of Cincinnati Medical Center in 1980 and her DVM degree from The Ohio State University in 1984. She first practiced at a small animal practice in San Diego that was noted for avian and exotic animal medicine. From 1986-2000, she taught avian medicine and surgery at The University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine where she attained the rank of professor. While there, she was Section Chief for the Avian, Exotic Animal and Wildlife Medicine Service at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital which, at the time, had the largest case load of exotics in the country. She trained students, residents, and other veterinarians in the medicine and surgery of exotic animals, and continues today with a residency program. She continues to lecture in the United States and Europe about avian and exotic animal medicine. She is one of only four veterinarians from the United States who is board-certified in avian medicine both here (through the American Board of Veterinary Medicine) and in Europe (through the European College of Zoological Medicine). Board certification reflects the highest standard of knowledge and care in the profession. Dr. Orosz brings that knowledge and 35 years of experience to your pet’s care.
Dr. Orosz has authored a number of books and book chapters, as well as scientific papers on avian anatomy and medicine. She is currently working with colleagues to complete another book on fracture repair in avian patients. She is past president of the AAV and served as scientific editor for The Journal of Avian Medicine and Surgery. Dr O received the prestigious Dr TJ Lafeber Avian Practitioner Award in 2007 for her compassion and knowledge in avian medicine and the respect from her peers. She has pioneered many techniques and the use of medicines in exotic animal practice. She has also consulted with the Lafeber Company on avian and exotic animal nutrition, particularly in the development of nutritional products for sick and debilitated patients.
Dr. Orosz shares life on her farm with her husband, Eric, and a bunch of animals, including three rescue cats, two rescue dogs, two orange-winged Amazons, and 3 rescue horses.
Dr. Orosz enjoys taking her horses for sleigh rides when snowfall is adequate and also enters them in carriage driving competitions as her busy schedule allows.
Emily Jabri, DVM, Intern
Dr. Emily Jabri was born and raised in the greater Toledo area and began her internship at Bird and Exotic Pet Wellness Center in June of 2024. She attended Southview High School before continuing her studies at the University of Findlay. She graduated from UF with a Bachelor of Sciences in 2020 after double-majoring in Animal Science and Biology. In May of 2024, Emily completed her DVM as part of the inaugural class of Long Island University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Additionally, she is working on a certification in veterinary acupuncture through Chi University. Her goals include becoming board-certified in avian medicine and continuing her education in integrative veterinary medicine.
Dr. Emily enjoys riding her pony, Tinkerbelle, and caring for her betta fish and shrimp. Someday, she would love to have a flock of chicken companions. Her hobbies include reading, (especially fantasy and mystery), knitting, crocheting and shuttle-tatting.
Jordan Burns, DVM, Resident
Dr. Jordan Burns was born and raised in the great state of Missouri. She received her bachelor’s degree in 2015 from Avila University in Kansas City and went on to graduate from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in 2019. Jordan was part of the University’s raptor rehabilitation program where injured raptors from the state were treated and released.
Through the Veterinary MATCH Program in 2019, Jordan pursued a mixed animal rotating internship in Alvarado, Texas. This training encompassed one year of mixed animal medicine and surgery on many different types of animals. After working two years in mixed animal medicine, she decided to gain further experience in internal medicine and emergency and critical care by focusing on emergency medicine in Northern Texas. Jordan realized how much she missed working with multiple species, especially birds. She joined the Bird and Exotics team in August of 2024 as an avian medicine resident with the intent to further her education and ability to treat these wonderful creatures with the care and consideration they deserve.
In her free time, Dr. Jordan enjoys spending time with her two energetic dogs, agility training with her Australian Shepherd mix, CrossFit, and gardening odd vegetables.