Our Specialists
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Dr. Jill Narak - DVM, MS, DACVIM
Board-certified veterinary neurologist and neurosurgeon, Dr. Narak brings extensive experience from academia and specialty practice to her teaching and clinical work. A former faculty member at Auburn and Tennessee, she has trained thousands of students, interns, and residents, published widely in leading journals, and advanced expertise in neurosurgery, neuropathic pain, and Chiari-like malformation.
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Dr. Rebecca Manley - DVM, DACVR
Board-certified veterinary radiologist and faculty member, Dr. Manley is dedicated to advancing student learning in diagnostic imaging. She has developed and delivered radiology instruction to students and residents across multiple U.S. veterinary schools, drawing on her experience in referral practice, mobile ultrasound, and global teleradiology to connect advanced imaging with real-world application.
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Dr. Copper Aitken-Palmer - DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACZM
A board-certified specialist in zoological medicine, Dr. Copper Aitken-Palmer brings global expertise in exotic, zoo, and wildlife health to her teaching and clinical work with VetEd Teaching Solutions. She currently serves as Senior Veterinarian at Brookfield Zoo Chicago and leads Pandas and Pangolins Consulting, contributing to research and training in conservation medicine and exotic species care. Dr. Aitken-Palmer has held leadership roles in giant panda conservation and wildlife health research, offers international teleconsultation, and serves on scientific advisory and specialist groups advancing evidence-based practice in zoological medicine.
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Dr. Rebecca Quinn - DVM, DACVIM
Dual-boarded in cardiology and internal medicine, Dr. Quinn brings immense experience as a faculty instructor, mentor, and author. She has trained countless students, interns, and residents while publishing extensively in leading veterinary journals, advancing knowledge in cardiac disease, chronic illness, and geriatric patient care.
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Dr. Lisa Ebner - DVM, MS, CVA, DACVAA
Board-certified anesthesiologist and a Clinical Professor with over a decade of experience teaching at multiple veterinary institutions, Dr. Lisa Ebner brings deep expertise in anesthesia, clinical skills, and veterinary education. She completed her DVM and anesthesia internship at the University of Georgia, followed by a rotating internship and an MS/residency at The Ohio State University. An ACVAA Diplomate since 2013, she remains active in leadership roles with ACVAA and NAVAS. Her academic interests include pharmacokinetics, acupuncture, and the role of wellness in the human-animal bond.