Designed for busy veterinary professionals, this course delivers 18 (RACE-approval pending) hours made up of short, actionable lessons and practical tools that save you time, reduce overwhelm, and help you confidently treat exotic patients without wasting money on CE that doesn't stick.
"It has meant a great deal to me to have one-on-one time with you and learn from your expertise as I navigate the early stages of my career in exotics. I am very lucky and grateful to have come across your course. Thank you for your kind words of encouragement and support during this first month of my dream job. It has made a big difference for me to be able to refer back to you and make sure I am practicing quality medicine for my patients and community."
The recorded content to go at one’s own pace and case review during the video calls and the history sheets for reptiles especially [were the most helpful parts of the course].
Get 18 hours of practical exotic vet med training (RACE-approval pending) covering mammals, birds, and reptiles.
Use plug-and-play tools like diagnostic flowcharts, stabilization checklists, and drug tables in your next exotic appointment.
Stop turning away cases and start enjoying the variety that makes veterinary medicine exciting again.
A small animal GP who secretly panics when a rabbit, bird or reptile shows up the schedule (even though you want to help them)
A vet who loves medicine, but feels under-trained, under-supported and overwhelmed when it comes to exotics
A little rebellious at heart and craving something more exciting, meaningful, and challenging than another itchy goldendoodle
An ER vet who can stabilize dogs and cats in your sleep, but feels unsure or even panicked when faced with an exotic patient in crisis
A clinician who worries about missing subtle signs in prey species that crash quickly
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because you'll finally know how to approach exotics cases methodically instead of scrambling for answers in the moment.
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because you'll understand the "why" behind husbandry, nutrition, diagnostics, and treatment recommendations.
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because you didn't go to vet school to treat just one or two species. Expand your skillset beyond dogs and cats and become the go-to vet in your area for exotic vet care.
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by adding variety to your caseload with exotic patients that challenge you, light you up, and remind you that vet med can be fun.
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because you'll be confidently treating exotics cases that walk through your door and won't need to refer every rabbit, lizard, and parrot to the specialty clinic an hour away.
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because you did it their way. Now it's time to do what you want. Say yes to the cases that excite you, stand out in your community, and create a career that feels like yours, not the one you were told you were supposed to have.
"Dr. Turner is an incredibly knowledgeable DVM, especially for exotic pet medicine. She stays up to date on the standard of care and ensures those she teaches learn the techniques too. She is very patient and wants to make sure the vets - and techs - she guides feel comfortable with what they’re doing and that they understand the clinical reasoning behind their decisions. Dr. Turner’s experience is invaluable and I wouldn’t be where I am today without her mentorship!"
"Thank you again for such amazing content! For some reason I felt really burned out from my job and it’s only been a year but your course has given me a second wind!"
"I really enjoyed the weekly calls to review cases and materials relevant to the weeks course load. Having an experienced exotics vet review radiographs, bloodwork, cases, etc and give feedback was invaluable."
WHAT'S INSIDE
MODULE 1
Confident, efficient care for rabbits, rodents, ferrets, and more
What you’ll learn:
This module gives you the foundations you’ve always wished you learned in school - species-safe handling, practical anatomy, nutrition basics, and the first steps for stabilizing common emergencies. Everything is designed to help you feel calm and capable with the species you’re most likely to see in general practice.
Lessons include:
Getting Started With ECM Medicine
Anatomy, Physiology, & Husbandry Essentials
Safe, Low-Stress Restraint, & Physical Exams
Preventative Care & Everyday Clinical Skills
Common Presentations & Your First 15 Minutes of Emergency Stabilization
By the end of this module, you will…
Feel confident handling, examining, and treating exotic mammals using simple, repeatable systems that remove uncertainty and guesswork.
MODULE 2
Step-by-Step Diagnostic & Treatment Skills for Herptile Patients
What you’ll learn:
In this module, you'll learn exactly how to approach herptile patients without hesitation. You'll understand how husbandry drives disease, how to choose diagnostics and treatments that make a real difference, and how to stabilize the most common emergencies.
Lessons include:
Introduction to Reptile & Amphibian Medicine
Practical Anatomy & Physiology
Husbandry & Nutrition Essentials
Restraint, Stress Reduction, & Physical Exams
Preventative Care, Diagnostic, & Treatment Techniques
Common Presentations & What to do First
By the end of this module, you will…
Recognize and address the most common reptile and amphibian problems with confidence, clarity, and a solid understanding of what works and what doesn’t.
MODULE 3
Confident Care from Beak to Tail
What you’ll learn:
Birds are some of the most intimidating patients - but they don’t have to be. This module gives you the tools to perform confident, low-stress exams, understand avian physiology in a clinically meaningful way, and stabilize emergencies with ease.
Lessons include:
Introduction to Avian Medicine
Anatomy & Physiology Essentials
Husbandry & Nutrition Done Right
Restraint & Low-stress Physical Exams
Preventative Care & Clinical Techniques
Common Presentations & Emergency Triage
By the end of this module, you will…
Approach avian patients with confidence, knowing exactly how to minimize stress, identify red flags, and take decisive, life-saving action.
And you'll get these extra bonuses (for FREE!)
$999 value
✔️ Six live 1-hour group coaching sessions with Dr. Turner. Calls will take place every other Monday starting February 2 at 12 pm CT. Replays will be available and an alternate time slot will be offered if >1/2 the participants have time conflicts
✔️ Slide PDFs of all lectures for note-taking
✔️ Audio transcripts of every lesson
✔️ Downloadable resources including history questionnaires, anatomy diagrams, diagnostic algorithms, and more!
$749 value
Available to the first 10 enrollees who enroll before December 31.
Unlock 12 weeks of exclusive Telegram access, available two days per week (9am–5pm). I'll check messages 3x/day for fast replies. Use voice messages, text, photos, or videos to walk through cases or get quick reassurance as you learn. This high-touch bonus gives you a personal mentor for three full months of clinical growth - and it’s only available for a limited time.
$49 value
Enroll by January 16 and get access to a live session where I walk you through exactly how I handle the most common exotic emergencies. This is your chance to ask questions, get clarity, and feel more prepared when it counts.
$149 value
Go behind the scenes of real exotic cases and see exactly how I work through stabilization, diagnostics, and treatment - one practical decision at a time. These short, approachable case walkthroughs bring everything you’re learning together so you can finally connect the dots and feel more prepared for the kinds of patients you’ll actually see in practice. It’s like having a guided “look over my shoulder” that builds your confidence without adding to your workload.
To sum it up...here's what you get when you enroll in Exotic Vet Med Essentials
consisting of short, digestible lessons covering the clinically relevant information you need to start seeing exotic companion mammals, herptiles, and avian species in your practice.
Get real time support, case clarity, and guidance. If you can't attend, submit questions ahead of time and watch the replay.
Videos, slide PDFs, audio transcripts, knowledge summaries, diagnostic algorithms, and more to learn the way that works best for you.
Learn practical approaches to real-world emergencies.
Walk through real cases I've treated with step-by-step reasoning and applied learning.
The first 10 enrollees before December 31 will get two days a week of voice, text, image, and video support from a board-certified exotics specialist.
You've got questions. I've got answers.
You are exactly who this course is for. You don't need a background in exotics to succeed here. The lessons are short, practical, species-specific, and designed to give you a clear, repeatable system you can use right away.
I've been there!
I built this course with busy veterinarians in mind. Lessons are 15-20 minutes long and easy to fit into your day.
You'll have access to all the modules for a year, so there's no rush to "keep up."
You can learn at your own pace, revisit modules anytime, and use the tools whenever you need them.
Most students spend 1-3 hours per week watching lessons and reviewing resources. The schedule is flexible - lessons are short enough you can watch during a lunch break (if you want to - hold those boundaries, girl!) or whenever fits your life.
The 2026 version is undergoing RACE approval for 18 hours of CE (up from 12).
Previous iterations of Essentials were fully RACE-approved, and this updated version has been designed to exceed all requirements.
The live coaching calls will take place on Mondays at 12 pm CT. If >1/2 the group can't meet at that time, I will add an additional meeting time (typically a weekday evening).
All live calls will be recorded and you'll have access to the replays. You can also submit questions ahead of time and still get the answers you need, even if you can't be there live.
If you’re one of the first 10 students to enroll before December 31, you’ll get 12 weeks of access to me on Telegram, available two non-consecutive days a week between 9 am and 5 pm. Exact days are TBD, but it will likely be either Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs. You can message me with voice notes, texts, photos, videos — whatever helps you get clarity. It’s like having an exotics mentor in your pocket as you build your confidence.
The next cohort begins January 26, 2026. We'll start the coaching calls the following week so you can settle in and get familiar with the platform.
Absolutely. I've treated exotic emergencies for over 12 years in practice and now I consult for VEG ER for Pets exotics cases. Many vets enroll in this course specifically because they feel unprepared for exotics emergencies.
You’ll get species-specific stabilization checklists, diagnostic flowcharts, and real-world case examples so you’re not guessing when a critical patient walks in.
Textbooks tell you what to do. This course tells you how to do it. You'll get step-by-step systems, quick-reference tools, case reviews, and real-time coaching so you can apply what you learn immediately, without spending hours searching through articles or notes.
Yes! What most veterinarians lack isn't hands-on skills, it's a system. This course gives you the frameworks, confidence, and decision-making clarity you need to walk into an exotics appointment without panic. The hands-on skills, like restraint or venipuncture, become much easier when you understand the "why" and the "how."
Yes! You can pay in full ($1299) or elect for 4 monthly payments of $325 each.
You will have access to video modules for 1 year from the course start date. Once downloaded, you have lifetime access to all other materials (handouts, knowledge summaries, lesson transcripts, etc).
Here's what I want you to remember...
You've simply never been given a clear, practical system that actually works in real life clinical practice.
You're a smart, capable veterinary professional who just needs the species-specific guidance vet school skimped out on.
That alone puts you miles ahead - and it's why you're even considering this step.
I’ll be here to guide you with structure, support, and real-world tools you can use immediately.
More confidence. More clarity. More excitement in your career. If you've been craving more, this is your sign to go for it.
Your career shifts the moment you decide it does. If your heart is leaning towards "yes", trust it!
You already have the foundation. I'm here to help you build a system that feels doable, sustainable, and aligned with how you already practice.
If you’re still reading this, there’s a reason.
Some part of you wants something to change - maybe in your confidence, maybe in your career, maybe in how you feel walking into an exotic appointment. And I want you to know…I get it on a level I don’t often talk about.
When I first started out, I had no real mentorship in exotics. I was expected to figure it out on the fly, to “just make it work,” even when I felt completely unprepared. That kind of pressure adds up. And for me, it eventually led to deep burnout and a level of dissatisfaction that made me question whether I even belonged in this profession.
Then came my autoimmune diagnosis. Nothing forces you to re-evaluate your life faster than realizing the way you're practicing medicine...the pace you're keeping...the pressure you're carrying...is literally hurting you. I knew I couldn’t keep running on adrenaline and sheer determination. Something had to change.
And what truly changed everything was the moment I realized I didn’t have to keep living the life or building the career I was “supposed to.”
I didn’t have to follow the traditional path. I didn’t have to grind myself into the ground. I didn’t have to pretend I was okay when I wasn’t. I could choose something different - something more aligned, more fulfilling, more me.
That realization is what led me to rebuild my career around clarity, purpose, and the kind of medicine that lights me up.
And it’s why I built Exotic Vet Med Essentials.
I built this for the veterinarians who care deeply.
For the ones who show up even when they’re scared.
For the ones who want to love this part of medicine but don’t feel like they can yet.
For the ones who know there has to be a different way - and are finally ready to take that step.
You don’t have to keep guessing.
You don’t have to keep feeling alone.
And you don’t have to burn yourself out trying to piece this together by yourself.
You already have the foundation.
Let me help you build the rest - in a way that feels supportive, sustainable, and genuinely exciting.
I’d be honored to walk alongside you inside Essentials.
You’re ready for this. And I’ve got your back.