Bethany Sakowski
Associate Veterinarian
Personal Hobbies and Interests
Aside from animals, Dr. Sakowski's other passion is traveling. So far, she's been to 30+ states and 5 countries. One of her fun goals in life is to visit as many national parks as she can. To date, she's been to 14, with her favorites being Kruger and Yellowstone. She's also a huge foodie and loves trying new restaurants.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Sakowski has 2 dogs of her own: Archer is a silly pit bull who always has to be laying on a fluffy blanket, and Callie is a sweet hound mix who loves car rides. Her family pets include Bronco, a grumpy old min pin mix, and 4 kitties named Celestine, Percy, Alli, and Eevee.
Why I Chose This Profession
Ever since Dr. Sakowski was old enough to answer the question "what do you want to be when you grow up?" the answer was always "a veterinarian." She attended every vet appointment with her parents, and after getting a tour of the clinic at the age of just five or six, Dr. Sakowski knew for certain that veterinary medicine was her calling. Having a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their owners has been a dream come true for Dr. Sakowski!
Education
Dr. Sakowski received her bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences from the University of South Florida and studied veterinary medicine at St. George's University.
Work History
Her journey began in high school, where Dr. Sakowski began shadowing at the same clinic where she received a tour as a child. She eventually became a veterinary assistant and worked her way up to a veterinary technician. She also volunteered with multiple rescue groups and wildlife rehab facilities.
While finishing up her final year of vet school, Dr. Sakowski saw an ad for an employment opportunity at Knoll Animal Hospital and their dedication to mentorship and fear free medicine stood out to her. After a visit to the clinic, it truly did feel like the perfect fit. She officially joined the team in August of 2024. Clinically, Dr. Sakowski enjoys the intellectual stimulation and the reward of helping pets and their families. She has a special interest in internal medicine, exotic-pet care, and diagnostic imaging.
