Laura Wade

About the Author

Dr. Wade graduated from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1997 and completed a residency in avian and exotic medicine and surgery at the Animal Medical Center in New York City in 2003. That same year, she obtained board certification in avian practice through the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. In 2012, Dr. Wade opened Specialized Care for Avian & Exotic Pets, the only practice in western New York state exclusively devoted to the care of birds, small mammals, reptiles/amphibians, and fish. She lives with her husband Eric, daughter Sydney, and pets, which include a dog, 3 Poicephalus parrots, a mouse, 4 Madagascar hissing cockroaches, and assorted fish. In her free time, she enjoys singing and playing the piano and has recently taken up the Native American flute.