Dr. Alyssa Scagnelli – Exotic Pet Medicine
About Alyssa Scagnelli, DVM
Dr. Alyssa Scagnelli received her DVM from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in 2015. After graduation, she completed companion animal and zoological internships at the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine. From 2017-2024, Dr. Scagnelli was an associate veterinarian at the Avian and Exotic Animal Clinic in Mesa, Arizona. During this time, she provided care to zoological companion animals and native wildlife. She was also adjunct faculty at Midwestern University School of Veterinary Medicine in Glendale, Arizona. As adjunct, her predominant focus was on clinical research as it pertained to exotic animal medicine. She is currently faculty at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine. She enjoys teaching and clinical research and is most passionate about reptile and aquatic animal medicine. In her spare time, Dr. Scagnelli can be found outdoors – rock climbing, hiking, kayaking and gardening are her favorite activities. She also loves to travel with her husband and explore the oceans via SCUBA diving. She is mom to numerous fish, reptiles, birds, and two dogs as well.
Presentation Synopsis
1. Beyond the Bulb: Advanced Reptile Husbandry
2. Updates on Reptilian Infectious Disease
3. Rabbit Abdominal Emergencies
4. “Hold the Sweets!”: Updates on Sugar Glider Nutrition and Disease
5. Veterinary Mythology: Eminence-Based vs. Evidence-Based Medicine
6. Are You Flocking Kidding Me? (Backyard Chicken Medicine)
7. Winged Partners: Falconry and the Art of Raptor Medicine