Alayzha Turner-Rodgers

DVM


Tell us about your career from when you graduated college up to this point:

Attended and graduated from Arizona State University before completing veterinary school at Cornell. Worked as a wildlife student technician while in veterinary school.

Why did you choose this profession?

I have interests in wildlife health and conservation. Through veterinary medicine, I hope to contribute to preserving species for years to come.

What are your personal hobbies and interests?

I enjoy dancing, working out, and spending time with my friends, family, and cats.

What veterinary school(s) did you attend?

Cornell University

2020 - 2024

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Tell us about your work history in the veterinary field?

Cornell University Janet L. Swanson Wildlife Hospital

Student Technician

Summer 2021-Spring 2023

Assisting in the care of injured or ill wildlife species native to New York.

What are some of your favorite things about veterinary care?

Working with a variety of species, ongoing learning opportunities and innovation, problem solving to overcome a challenging case, and returning patients to good health.

Certifications:

RECOVER CPR: Basic Life Support Certified

Veterinary Business Management Association Certification

Purdue University Certificate for Diversity Equity and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine