Our Staff

Our priority is on making the right diagnosis, as it is only after we discover the actual cause of a disease that we are able to provide an effective, tailored treatment. The professional health services we offer draw on our specialist knowledge and expertise, and are provided with the use of modern diagnostic equipment. Partnering VetCo.org, we take part in lifelong learning opportunities for veterinarians, thus having access to the latest scientific reports and the American diagnostic and medical standards. We strive to ensure that our services are of excellent quality and every pet receives comprehensive care.

At SpecVet, our approach is to give attention to each patient individually, so that no pet or their owner is left unacknowledged.

Thank you! We do appreciate the trust you put in us!

Marcin Suszyński, DVMMPVM

Head of the Clinic, Epidemiologist

Dr. Suszyński manages and supervises the SpecVet clinic, being responsible for its marketing strategy and transfer of high-tech diagnostic and medical procedures.

In 2004, he graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) and subsequently, having completed postgraduate studies at UC Davis, earned — as the first Pole ever — the diploma of Master of Preventive Veterinary Medicine (MPVM). Furthermore, Dr. Suszyński completed  a number of training courses (including a board-certification training program) in Poland and abroad, in the field of public health protection and animal hygiene. He is an expert in epidemiology and biosecurity, as well as zoonotic diseases and the so called strategic diseases.

Earlier in his professional career, Marcin was involved in veterinary border control and avian transportation. At that point in his career, Dr. Suszyński also used to give lectures to postgraduate students at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW), and teach classes on infectious diseases to English-speaking students. Today, Marcin is dedicating his time and efforts to developing continuous education programs for veterinarians. Thanks to his international business and academic contacts, Dr. Suszyński invites eminent professors of international repute and top-class experts in various fields of veterinary medicine to give lectures and presentations in Poland.

Agnieszka Neska-Suszyńska, DVM

Chief of Staff Veterinarian, Nephrology, Urology and Endocrinology Consultant

Dr. Agnieszka Neska-Suszyńska specializes in treating patients with kidney and urinary tract diseases, as well as in diagnosing endocrine disorders. In her Reference Veterinary Practice in Ursynów (a district of Warsaw), she consults nephrology cases from all over Poland, offering modern and comprehensive diagnostics and advanced medical treatments, including renal replacement therapies, such as hemodialysis.

Agnieszka graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) in 2006. Subsequently, she set out to gain expertise and develop her skills under the supervision of the best American veterinary internists at the Animal Medical Center in New York and at UC Davis (where she assisted in pioneering clinical trials, consulted atypical nephrology and intoxication cases, and applied specialist treatments involving hemodialysis and other detoxification techniques).

Dr. Agnieszka Neska-Suszyńska’s professional interests cover detoxification techniques, renal transplantation, glomerular diseases, and renal-origin anemias.

Grzegorz Bogdański, DVM

Surgeon, Surgery and Orthopedics Consultant

Dr. Grzegorz Bogdański graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW). Having practiced for several years, in 2010, he completed a postgraduate Veterinary Surgery Training Program at the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences and became a board-certified Veterinary Surgeon. Grzegorz attended a number of prestigious international congresses featuring presentations and lectures by UC Davis experts such as Philipp Mayhew, William Culp, Tamara Grubb and Howard Seim III, as well as workshops with Rafael Lourenço (daroplasty), Frédéric Sanspoux (osteosynthesis MIPO) and Filippo Maria Martini (TTA/TPLO).

His main clinical interests cover surgery of the urinary tract, orthopedics and regenerative medicine. At SpecVet, he performs surgical treatment of ectopic ureters, cystotomy, ureterostomy, nephrectomy and ureteral stenting.

Wojciech Kowalczyk, DVM

Surgeon, Endoscopy Consultant

Kowalczyk DVM, graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at University of Life Sciences in Lublin followed by surgical specialization at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Olsztyn. He is the owner of the ENDOVET clinic in Grójec and the inventor of the first Polish veterinary startup.

He performs endoscopy — gastroscopy, rhinoscopy, bronchoscopy, colonosc¹opy, laryngoscopy, cystoscopy and otoscopy.

Since 2005 he has worked as a clinician. Therefore, his experience is supported by countless procedures performed. He is also the author of scientific articles about veterinary endoscopy and the author and organizer of training courses regarding small animals’ gastroscopy and rhinoscopy.

His passion for veterinary medicine began in childhood. Thanks to his parents, that were also veterinarians, who inspired him to work in this profession. Nowadays, Dr. Kowalczyk shares his passion with others. It is nearly impossible to count how many patients he examined and how many doctors and students he trained.

At last, but not least, in his free time Dr. Kowalczyk goes windsurfing, kitesurfing, snowboarding or skateboarding and looks after two cats.

Marta Romańska, DVM

Surgeon, Surgery Consultant, incl. oncological surgery, Small Animal Medicine Specialist

Marta Romańska graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Warsaw in 2006. In her work, she deals mainly with surgery, including oncological surgery of dogs and cats, and she has been developing in this direction for 15 years.

She is carrying out her PhD at the Department of Small Animal Surgery and Anaesthesiology at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences. She conducts classes in small animal surgery for Polish and English-speaking students of the fifth and sixth year of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Warsaw.

In 2012, she passed the state examination, obtaining the title of specialist surgeon, and in 2017, the title of specialist in diseases of dogs and cats. She participates in courses on soft tissue surgery and oncology surgery (including ESAVS courses — European School for Advanced Veterinary Studies) and numerous conferences on oncological surgery of dogs and cats. She is the author of several scientific studies, mainly in the field of small animal surgery.

In her free time she rests intensively practicing sports.

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Dagmara Majewska, DVM

Dentistry and Maxillofacial Surgery Consultant

Dr. Dagmara Majewska graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW).

She completed three internships on veterinary dentistry and maxillofacial surgery at UC Davis, Cornell University and the University of Wisconsin, the first two of which are recognized as the best veterinary schools in the world, setting direction of development in this field of veterinary medicine. In the course of those internships, she consulted complicated clinical cases, interpreted advanced imaging studies results, including cone beam computed tomography, and assisted in complex surgical procedures and scientific research projects. While still a student at the vet faculty, Dagmara completed work placements at the largest animal hospital in Europe, i.e. the Royal Veterinary College in London, where she worked at the cardiology and intensive care sections, and in the Companion Animal Hospital at the Copenhagen University in Denmark, where she was broadening her knowledge and developing her skills in treating internal diseases and interpreting diagnostic imaging.

Dagmara attended a number of international veterinary conferences held in Poland and abroad, including a BSAVA congress in Birmingham in 2015 and an EVDC congress in Ghent. She has co-authored scientific publications on veterinary dentistry.

Katarzyna Kowalczuk, DVM

Dentistry and Maxillofacial Surgery Consultant

She graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Warsaw in 2015. However, since high school she has been gaining experience through numerous apprenticeships and internships. Since the beginning of her clinical work, she has been passionate about dentistry and the diagnostics of oral cavity diseases and now for over 3 years, she has been consulting dental patients in Warsaw and the surrounding area.

She is a graduate of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd degree dentistry course of PSLWMZ recognized by ESAVS with the European Master Program. Additionally, she is a member of European Veterinary Dental Society (EVDS) and the dental section of the Polish Association of Small Animal Veterinarians.

Since 2006, she is also an active member of the Kennel Club in Poland, cooperating with breeders and spreading education on the prevention of oral diseases.

Privately, she loves spending time with her family members including her three English Setters — Pasja, Ryś and Liko and turtle, Stefan.

Anna Jaśkiewicz, DVM, PhD

Veterinary Oncology Consultant

Dr. Anna Jaśkiewicz graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) in 2016. As a student, she did a number of internships comprising clinical training, inter alia in Germany (Tierarztliche Klinik Gessertshausen), the Czech Republic (the Small Animal Clinic at the University of Veterinary and Pharmaceutical Science in Brno) and the Sultanate of Oman (the Al Qurum Veterinary Clinic). Since her university years, Anna has worked at 24-hour veterinary clinics, thus gaining experience in the field of emergency medicine. She took interest in veterinary oncology when doing her doctoral program at the Integrated Doctoral School of the Polish Leading Scientific Center (KNOW), which she completed in 2019, defending her doctoral thesis entitled “Molecular mechanism of myoprotective action of geranylgeraniol in cellular model of statin-associated myopathy”.

As a member of the European Society of Veterinary Oncology (ESVONC), Dr. Jaśkiewicz keeps developing her expertise and gaining new professional experience by attending training programs and courses, striving to ensure that her patients can benefit from cutting-edge oncological treatments and are taken care of in the best possible manner.

Veterinary oncology and molecular biology are Dr. Jaśkiewicz’s greatest passions.

Agnieszka Gecewicz, DVM

Dermatology and Cytology Consultant

Agnieszka Gecewicz graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University. She start her first steps in a profession as a student in the veterinary practice in Wilanów and there she became fascinated veterinary medicine. After graduation, she worked as an internist and spent the following years as a diagnostician. Then the world of the microscope absorbed her completely. She completed the Laboratory Diagnostics Course in Practice and soon developed her knowledge of hematology, which she studies to this day. 

Completing the Clinical Cytology Course provided by the Italian Cytologist — Dr. Francesco Carrani allowed her to discover the world of cytology and she following that direction. She started an internship at one of the Warsaw dermatology clinics, where she explored the secrets of dermatology, and then spent the next few years treating dermatological and internal medicine patients there. She completed Clinical Dermatology of Dogs and Cats Course and Clinical Pathology of Dogs and Cats.

Dr. Agnieszka currently focuses on dermatological patients. She also assessing cytological material and blood smears. He regularly participates to conferences related to Dermatology and Cytology to develop her skills and be able to offer his patients the best solutions. He is also a member of the European Society of Veterinary Dermatology (ESVD).

Privately, she looks after the feline siblings. In her free time, she reads, rides a bike, rides a sailboat in large and small waters, she saves the world from the invasion of robot machines on PS4 and she passionately cook for the joy of her loved ones.

Aleksandra Talma - anestezjologia | SpecVet

Aleksandra Talma, DVM

Internist, Intensive Care Specialist, Anesthesiologist

Dr. Aleksandra Talma is a graduate of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW). In her practice, she uses her extensive expertise in veterinary anesthesiology and inhalant anesthesia machines. Aleksandra did a number of internships, working with specialists, and attended numerous conferences and workshops on anesthesiology. She sees patients in veterinary clinics in Warsaw and supports them by sharing her experience in perioperative care. Dr. Talma is a member of the Veterinary Anaesthesia School for Technicians (VASTA) and the  Association of Veterinary Anaesthetists (AVA). She has been a consultant at SpecVet since November 2017. Aleksandra’s hobbies include, in addition to veterinary anesthesia, horseback riding and good music.

Patrycja Akszak-Okińczyc, DVM

Endoscopy, Anesthesiology, Intensive Care

Graduate from Warsaw University of Life Science in 2015. As a child she was treating all toy dogs. While studying, she took many interesting practices, for example in ZOO, where she had an opportunity to treat lions. After graduation she started working in large Warsaw 24h Vet Clinic with many works shifts as well as night duties. This job gave her experience and chance to acknowledge with the work on emergency cases. She is interested in anaesthesiology, endoscopy and working in intensive care unit, which is the reason why she was participating in many Polish and International conferences on those topics, for example EVEEC in Tallin, PSLWMZ or WSAVA. Member of VASTA. Endoscopic removal of foreign bodies is her favorite part of work.

Her biggest passion is show jumping. Also, she has 3rd place in Poland Championship in compact sporting. Endoscopic removal of foreign bodies is the best part of her job.

Kinga Kłoczko, DVM

Internist, Anesthesiologist

Kinga Anna Kłoczko graduated from the faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences in 2018. Since her early student days, she has worked at a 24-hour clinic gaining experience from countless difficult challenging cases. After her graduation she attended VASTA which is the school of anesthesia under the supervision of Peter Krohnen (VASTA founder, president of Association of Veterinary Anesthetists) . She has gained over the years tremendous knowledge in anesthesiology and from countless other specialist courses. In the field of veterinary medicine , the issues related to anesthesia, pain therapy, emergency medicine and respiratory diseases has always interested Kinga Kłoczko the most. 

Besides her expertise and passion in veterinary medicine , she is a jazz violinist , owner of energetic porcelain dog named Beat . On her recreational free time she enjoys good tea and fine wine with her friends.

Paulina Szymczak, DVM

Internist, Anesthesiologist

It was always a childhood dream of her to become a veterinarian and in 2019 that dream came true when she graduated with honors from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences.

During her studies, she gained professional experiences during various externships and internships at several clinics in Poland; dealing not only with small animals, but also farm animals and horses. After graduation, she fully devoted herself to small animal internal medicine.

In 2022, she completed a one-year course at the Swiss School of Veterinary Anesthesiology (VASTA) and thus joined the group of specialists in this field.

Thanks to the knowledge gained during the course, she is able to take care of the comfort and safety of patients even better during diagnostic and surgical procedures.

In addition to anesthesiology, she is also interested in ultrasound and X‑ray imaging diagnostics in which she is constantly expanding her knowledge and experience by partaking in numerous courses, workshops, and conferences.

In her spare time, she ride horses, enjoy traveling, and partake in agility training and frisbee with her Border Collie, Neris.

Dorota Sztechman, DVM

Cardiology Consultant, Echocardiogram Specialist

Dr. Dorota Sztechman graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW). At present, she is a Research Assistant at the Chair and Department of Experimental and Clinical Physiology of the Medical University of Warsaw, working on her PhD in cardiovascular pathophysiology. Dorota completed numerous courses and trainings in cat and dog cardiology. Based on ECG and ECHO tests, blood pressure measurements and thoracic X‑rays, she consults her small patients and builds tailor-made therapies. 

In her private life, she belongs to two Maine Coons, Tosia and Lenka. 

Małgorzata Tywoniuk, DVM

Cardiology Consultant, Echocardiogram Specialist

Małgorzata Tywoniuk specializes in veterinary cardiology. She is a member of the European Association of Veterinary Cardiology (ESVC). In 2016, she completed specialization studies at the Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, obtaining the title of specialist radiologist. She completed specialist courses in veterinary cardiology at the University of Luxembourg organized by ESAVS (European School for Advanced Veterinary Studies). She completed internships in London. She is a specialist a.o. in echocardiography and life-saving procedures. She treats cardiac patients. She gained over 15 years of experience in the profession in a 24-hour clinic, so the specificity of emergency/critical care cases is well known to her. 

Her professional interests include diagnosis of chest diseases as well as prevention and treatment of brachycephalic breeds. Running is her second passion after work.

Aleksandra Wójcik, DVM

Cardiology Consultant, Echocardiogram Specialist

Dr. Aleksandra Wójcik graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) at Warsaw on 2008 and since then she has worked a clinician. Her interests cover cardiology, anesthesiology and radiology. She also worked as a translator of professional veterinary literature. Since 2012, she has been consulting cardiology patients in and around Warsaw clinics. She is a specialist in echocardiography, ECG and Doppler blood pressure measurement. In 2020, she completed a specialization postgraduate study in “Dog and cat diseases”. She is a member of the European Society of Veterinary Cardiologists (ESVC).

Magdalena Ziółek, DVM

Radiologist, USG Consultant

Dr. Magdalena Ziółek is a graduate of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW). In 2013, she became a board-certified Veterinary Radiologist. 

Her main professional interest is ultrasound diagnostics of lung and chest diseases. Magdalena completed a number of courses and attended numerous symposia in the field of diagnostic imaging, including ones intended for human medicine doctors. Dr. Ziółek also teaches postgraduate training courses for veterinarians in the field of ultrasound examination. 

In her private life, she is a pointer owner and a running enthusiast.

Anna Banaszek, DVM

Ophthalmology Consultant

Dr. Anna Banaszek graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) in 2011. Her passion for veterinary ophthalmology began during her studies. In 2014, she completed the first degree in residential comprehensive training regarding veterinary ophthalmology at the European School for Advanced Veterinary Studies (ESAVS). Two years later she obtained the second one. Dr. Banaszek constantly broadens her expertise by attending multiple courses and conferences organized by international associations of ophthalmologists — the European Society of Veterinary Ophthalmology (ESVO) and the East European Society of Veterinary Ophthalmology (EESVO).

 

Privately, she is passionate about mountain hiking, alternative music and gardening. She looks after three dogs and three cats.

Martyna Posłuszny, DVM

Internist, Nephrology and Urology Consultant

Dr. Martyna Posłuszny is a graduate of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW). In the course of her studies, she completed an internship at the “Jaggy” hospital in Brno and at “Blue Cross” in London. As part of the “Erazmus+” program, Martyna did a two-month internship at the reference university hospital in Murcia. She also worked as a volunteer at the TailTorrox dog shelter in Spain and at a veterinary clinic in Thailand. During her university years, Martyna was an active member of the International Veterinary Students’ Association (IVSA), and studied in Germany, Great Britain and Slovakia as part of student exchange programs. 

Dr. Posłuszny joined SpecVet in 2016.

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Agnieszka Zyzda, DVM

Internist, Nephrology and Urology Consultant

Dr. Agnieszka Zyzda graduated from the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences. Agnieszka gained professional experience in Bielsko-Biała, where, under the supervision of experienced practitioners, she improved her skills in internal medicine, veterinary imaging and the basics of surgery. Dr. Zyzda keeps broadening her knowledge by participating in a variety of veterinary conferences. At the same time, she is focusing her practice on dog and cat behavior, willing to share her knowledge during consultations. When consulting her patients, Agnieszka always endeavors not only to make the right diagnosis, but also to take care of the patient’s well-being. Dr. Zyzda’s professional interests focus on internal medicine. 

In her spare time, she likes planning further journeys and hiking with friends, especially in her beloved Beskid Mountains.

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Sonia Zaleska, DVM

Internist, Gastroenterology Consultant

Dr. Sonia Zaleska graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) in 2019. In the course of her studies, she took part in internship programs at various vet clinics, as well as at the Warsaw ZOO. Sonia also completed a number of veterinary courses and attended a variety of veterinary seminars. In 2018, she volunteered for a veterinary course taught in South Africa, thus combining two of her life passions: veterinary medicine and traveling. 

In her private life, Sonia is a proud owner of three cats and a dog. Her favorite pastimes are rock climbing, traveling and skiing.

Olga Woroch

Olga Woroch, DVM

Internist, Nephrology and Urology Consultant

Dr. Olga Woroch graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Life Sciences in Lublin. During her university years, she gained professional experience through completing a number of internships at veterinary clinics in Lublin. Olga spent the last semester of her studies at the University of Frederick II in Naples, as part of the Erasmus+ program. Dr. Woroch keeps broadening her knowledge in order to offer her patients the best possible care and help. 

In her spare time, she loves playing board games and going for long walks.

Anna Kornecka — Kupczyńska, DVM

Internist, Endocrinology Consultant

Dr. Anna Kornecka-Kupczyńska graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) in 2010. She developed her knowledge and skills by working in 24h vet clinics and participating in numerous conferences and trainings. In 2017, after three years of postgraduate studies, she obtained the title of specialist in canine and feline diseases. The fields of veterinary medicine that she is most passionate about are critical care, nephrology and endocrinology.

She likes to spend her free time in nature exploring forest trails during hiking and biking tours.

Natalia Kruk, DVM

Internist, Nephrology and Urology Consultant

Natalia Kruk graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) at Warsaw.Since her early student days, she has worked at a 24-hour clinic gaining experience from countless difficult challenging cases. After graduation, she’s worked as a general practitioner as well as provided care for patients in emergency setting.

She is invested in internal medicine but her particular areas of interest evolve around emergency medicine, ultrasound diagnostics and dermatology. She is constantly expanding her knowledge by participating in conferences and training courses and reading specialist literature.

In her spare time, she enjoys reading books in the company of her beloved cat named Kota, as well as travelling and meeting friends.

Małgorzata Ponikowska, DVM

Internist, Specialist in diseases of non-domesticated animals 

She has a degree from two universities and obtained a postgraduate specialization in the field. She has gained additional experience through work at clinics and zoos, and continues to improve her skills through training and attending conferences. Her focus is on small mammals and she aims to provide the most up-to-date and safe medical solutions.

In addition to her veterinary work, she is also a published author with several scientific and popular science articles and research papers to her credit. She also has experience as a lecturer in the field of exotic animal diseases and provides training to students, veterinarians, and small mammal caretakers.

Clinically, she offers diagnostic services, preventive care, internal medicine, and conservative dentistry. She handles both chronic diseases and emergencies while prioritizing the comfort and well-being of their patients. She sees a variety of small animals including rodents, rabbits, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, raccoons, and monkeys. She is described as energetic and practical in their approach, yet provides a calm presence in life-threatening situations and serious illnesses.
The doctor’s private rat pack is already over the rainbow bridge.

Paulina Bindas, DVM

Internist, Small Mammals Cardiology Consultant

She earned her veterinary degree from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the Warsaw University of Life Sciences in 2022. She started gaining her knowledge and experience in the field of medicine of small exotic mammals from the second year of her studies, working as an assistant veterinarian and then as an internist in one of Warsaw’s clinics. During her studies, she was actively involved in the Scientific Circle of Veterinary Medicine, including as President of the Board in 2020/2021. She continues her scientific pursuits with a PhD studies in guinea pig and rabbit cardiology. She tries to constantly broaden her knowledge by participating in courses and trainings. 

Privately, she is the caretaker of a rambunctious herd of three guinea pigs — Frania, Gizmo and Bibi — and a springer spaniel named Locia.

Kaja Bohdanowicz, DVM

Radiologist, Small Mammals Ultrasound Consultant

Kaja Bohdanowicz graduated Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences in 2012. She obtained the title of veterinary radiology specialist in 2019. She is involved in ultrasound diagnostics of small mammals for 8 years. She gained professional experience both in Poland during her clinical work and during a year-long stay in Malaysia where she practised at places such as Bangsar Veterinary Clinic & Surgery in Kuala Lumpur and  LASSie Animal Shelter & Sanctuary Foundation on Langkawi Island.

Privately, she is the caretaker of a pair of chinchillas, a lover of board games, yoga and orienteering rallies.

Gosia Krasowska, DVM

Internist, Small Mammal Surgery and Orthopedics Consultant

She earned her veterinary degree from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences in 2013. Since her studies, she has been developing her interest in surgery by practicing in various Warsaw clinics. For the past 8 years, she has been exclusively treating and operating on small mammals. In addition to her excellent skills in soft surgery, she also has extensive experience related to orthopedics. She constantly expands her knowledge by attending courses, conferences and specialty studies.

Privately, she owns a dog, 2 cats and a hamster she saved from euthanasia.

Katarzyna Godzielińska, DVM

Internist, Small Mammals Ultrasound Consultant

She is a graduate of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences and the University of Liège. She completed her studies in 2013.

Since her student days, she gained experience in an internship at one of the largest veterinary clinics for dogs and cats in Warsaw. After this, she took up a job at a clinic for rabbits, rodents, ferrets, hedgehogs, staying involved in dogs and cats medicine.

Since the beginning of her career, she have been intensively developing herself in the field of diagnostic imaging, reading professional literature and attending numerous conferences and workshops — using the knowledge and skills gained in this way on an ongoing basis in practice.

Currently she’s performing ultrasound in dogs, cats and smaller mammals. She also perform biopsies and fluid collections from body cavities under ultrasound guidance.

She is not stopping in her further development — she have completed her specialization studies in Veterinary Radiology in Wroclaw and she is currently doing a course to become a certified doctor of the Veterinary Section of the Polish Ultrasound Society, for which she qualified with the best result among  dozens of applicants in Poland.

She also teach ultrasound of small companion mammals to students and other veterinarians, supplementing her training with a solid internal medicine foundation.

Years of working in 24-hour facilities, including intensive care, allow her to take a holistic approach to each patient, which translates into beneficial collaboration with the attending physician for diagnosis.

In addition to her native language, she communicate in French and English.

Previously homeless cats Moria and Belial have found refuge in her home as well as rabbits White Walker and Squirrel.

Privately, she enjoy spending time actively, exploring new places and tastes. She find peace and quiet hiking in the mountains.

Ula Łazowska

Small Mammal Veterinary Technician

She obtained the title of veterinary technician in 2018 and since then she has gained experience working with small exotic mammals. Initially, she refined her skills by helping with internal medicine appointments and caring for hospital patients. After completing a course in veterinary anesthesiology for veterinary technicians, she specializes in assisting in surgical procedures and post-operative care. She is continuously developing her knowledge by participating in courses and trainings.

Privately a guinea pig lover, she takes care of an ever-growing herd — Milka, Muffina and Tofik. In her life journey she is accompanied by her husband Maciek and beloved dog Pixel.

Jacek Wilczak, DVM, PhD 

Consultant Dietitian

Dr. Jacek Wilczak – a specialist in nutrition, diet-prophylaxis, and diet-therapy of dogs and cats diseases. Assistant professor at the Department of Biochemistry and Dietetics of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW). He conducts classes in the field of animal physiology, physiology of nutrition and dietetics for students of veterinary medicine, biology, biotechnology and zootechnics. The owner of DietaPeta, which provides professional nutritional and dietary advice for dog and cat owners, cooperates with veterinarians to choose the proper diet for sick dogs and cats. Veterinary nutritionist specializing in diet-therapy of metabolic and gastrointestinal tract diseases, geriatrics, and others.

An owner of chocolate Labrador and tri-color Cavalier King Charles Spaniel — so he knows from personal experience how important a properly balanced diet is for the proper growth and development of each dog.

Author of scientific and popular science publications in the field of dietetics, diet-prophylaxis and the use of biologically active compounds in human and animal nutrition. An important element of his research work is the study of the mechanisms responsible for the formation of diet-related diseases. An “advocate” of spreading knowledge among animal owners about responsible and conscious nutrition of their charges.

Agnieszka Cholewiak-Góralczyk

Consultant Dietitian

Agnieszka specializes in dog and cat nutrition, and in developing nutrition plans (including the BARF diet) for animals, both sick and healthy. She is the author of a book Nie dla psa (i kota) kiełbasa czyli jak zdrowo karmić swojego zwierzaka (“Sausage is too good for your dog (and cat), or how to choose healthy food for your pet”), and of articles published in trade journals for animal caretakers. Agnieszka also runs the foundation Surowe Kotki i Psy (Raw Cats and Dogs), promoting healthy nutrition for cats and dogs.

In addition to being a dietitian, Agnieszka is a professional and certified behaviorist, having completed the COAPE course in the field of animal behavior.

Berenika Niesłuchowska

Consultant Dietitian, Feline Behaviorist

Berenika specializes in dog and cat nutrition. Prepares nutritional plans for animals, both sick and healthy. Works on commercial foods and diets prepared at home (including the BARF diet). She is a certified cat behaviorist (Wyższa Szkoła Europejska im. ks. Józefa Tischnera w Krakowie). She is popularizing knowledge of animal nutrition and behavior on the website Kotuszkowo.pl. Berenika also is the author of articles published in trade journals for animal caretakers. 

Privately, the owner of 3 cats and a dog.

Anna Kuźmińska

Consultant Dietitian, Veterinary Assistant

Anna graduated with a degree in engineering and is currently in the process of completing her master’s degree at the Faculty of Animal Breeding, Bioengineering and Conservation of the Warsaw University of Life Sciences. She also obtained her Veterinary Technician degree in 2018. Ania’s special interest is animal nutrition, and it is in this direction that she plans to develop further. She has participated in numerous courses and trainings on nutrition of companion animals and keeps updating her knowledge in this area. 

Privately, she is the caretaker of Dora, a dog adopted from a shelter.

Dagmara Przybysz, MSc

Diagnostic Laboratory Manager

Dagmara graduated from the Faculty of Biology at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW), majoring in microbial biology. Her love for animals brought her to SpecVet in December 2013, and since then she has been responsible for the laboratory equipment, analyses and blood counts, and microscopic examinations. 

She owns two queens: Arya, a calico kitty, and a tricolor Lilo.

Katarzyna Skoczylas

Zoophysiotherapist, dog fitness Instructor, Veterinary Assistant

Katarzyna earned her MSc degree from the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, majoring in breeding and preservation of wild and companion animals. She completed student internships at the Rehabilitation Center for Protected Species in Przemyśl and at the Wrocław ZOO. During her studies, in 2017, she also became a small animal physiotherapist, having completed a training course at the Animal Physiotherapy Study Center in Warsaw. Katarzyna participated in an Erasmus+ international internship program, gaining professional experience at veterinary physiotherapy centers in Europe, such as Eurotierklinik in Majorca and Centro de Reabilitação Animal da Arrábida in Portugal, under the supervision of Doctor Angela Martins. She keeps improving her skills and gaining professional knowledge by attending various seminars and trainings.

In her spare time, Katarzyna is a lover of travelling, and especially of trips with a dog, and a great fan of her two black mongrels named Elmo and Kokos.

Anna Misior-Mąka

Zoophysiotherapist

She graduated from the Studium Fizjoterapii Zwierząt in Warsaw and has been dealing with animal physiotherapy for a long time. She uses the professional experience gained during numerous trainings in her work with animals. She works, among others, in the field of manual therapy, tool therapy, scar therapy. She completed training in the field of orthopedic measurements and making casts necessary for the production of prostheses and orthoses for animals. President of the Foundation for Animals Akity w Potrzebie. 

Privately, she look after two cats and dog rase Akita.

Gabriela Grądzka

Gabriela Grądzka

Veterinary Assistant

Gabriela graduated from the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Institute of Animal Sciences, in 2019. In 2020, she became a Veterinary Technician. From the very beginning of her studies, Gabriela was developing her professional and practical skills, working at veterinary clinics and taking care of companion animals. At SpecVet, she is responsible for laboratory diagnostics, takes care of  hospitalized patients and assists during consultations. 

In her spare time, Gabriela broadens her knowledge of physiotherapy of dogs, cats and horses. Her favorite pastimes include horse riding, travelling and spending time with her cat Alutka.

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Magdalena Rutkowska

Veterinary Assistant

Magdalena Rutkowska, currently a third-year veterinary medicine student, graduated from General Roman Abraham Secondary Veterinary School in Września. She gained her initial professional experience at veterinary clinics in Poznań and Luboń. Magdalena is also a prizewinner of the 41st Farming Expertise and Skills Competition of 2017. She is a member of the International Veterinary Students’ Association (IVSA) and a frequent attendee of veterinary medicine conferences. Since her childhood, Magdalena has felt she would like to be a vet one day, and at present she is doing her best to broaden her knowledge and improve her skills in this field.

Anna Borek

Veterinary Assistant

5th year student of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, who wanted to become a veterinarian since she was a child. She has gained practice in many veterinary clinics in Warsaw and in the Municipal Zoological Garden in Warsaw. Her veterinary interests include exotic animal medicine, nutrition and imaging diagnostics. She develops her knowledge by participating in many scientific conferences and webinars. From the first year of her studies, she developed scientifically, helping in the research of doctors at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, and as a member of the Scientific Society of Veterinary Medics, she develops independently. In her career, he plans to combine scientific and practical work. 

Privately, she loves to look after her plant collection, Spanish language and cuisine and trips to Masuria.

Julianna Przesmycka

Veterinary Assistant

She was studying at the University of Life Sciences in Lublin. Finished her studies in the subject of Animal Behavior. During studies, she became a Veterinary Technician. Her passion is the behavior of animals, especially dogs. She is assisting in a dog school. Constantly learns new things about the topic. 

The owner of a flat coated retriever named Tari.

Natalia Mazurek

Veterinary Assistant

Natalia is a 4th year student of Veterinary Medicine at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences. She gained experience at the animal shelter „Paluch” and in veterinary clinics in Warsaw. She did a two-month internship at the veterinary clinic and the shelter in Cyprus. She is a member of IVSA — International Veterinary Students Association. She is constantly expanding her knowledge and skills by participating in numerous conferences and trainings. 

Her main interests include dermatology, oncology, soft tissue surgery and imaging diagnostic. 

She is a fan of fantasy literature and Italian cuisine. She spends her free time travelling and meeting friends.

Liubou Sitsko

Veterinary Assistant

She’s been dreaming of becoming a veterinarian since she was a child. She started working at a clinic in Brest a long time before graduating because veterinary is her passion. Finally, in 2019, she graduated from the Vitebsk Academy of Veterinary Medicine and made her dream come true. In the near future, she’s going to confirm her diploma in Poland.
Always interested in new knowledge in veterinary medicine, take part in courses and seminars with pleasure. She is constantly developing her skills and want to be a surgeon.

In her free time, she like to ride a bike and visit new places.

Uladzislau Stsepaniak

Veterinary Assistant

Graduated from Grodno State University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in 2019.
After graduation, worked for three years as a soft tissue surgeon in clinics in Grodno. Participant of a large number of conferences and master classes. In the near future he plan to nostrify his diploma in Poland.

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Karolina Milarska

Manager

Karolina Milarska is a graduate of the University of Warsaw, Faculty of Journalism and Social Communication. After graduation she moved to Great Britain, where she gained a lot of experience in direct client service. During her stay abroad, Karolina completed several courses, including a math course (Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics), and an English course (Functional Skills Qualification in English). Her communication skills are greatly appreciated by our patients’ Polish and foreign owners.

In her private life, she is the owner of a dog named Lusia and a lover of crime and thriller books.

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Joanna Popławska

Client Service Coordinator

Joanna earned her master’s degree from the Military University of Technology, specializing in National Defense. While working at PZU as a customer service specialist, she gained a lot of professional experience on which to draw daily at SpecVet. 

In her private life, Joanna is an ailurophile and a parrot lover, but currently has two turtles.

Karolina Śmietana

Client Service Coordinator

Karolina graduated from the Center of Applied Pet Ethology. The diploma qualifies her to work as an animal behaviorist. As a professional groomer she found herself interested in pet behavior and emotions. Non-purebred dogs, their diversity and uniqueness are her biggest passion. Her aspiration in life is to socialize shelter and adopted pets. 

Karolina has two mongrels, Prazynka and Floki, with whom she spends her free time.

Aleksandra Łukasiak

Client Service Coordinator

Aleksandra graduated from the Faculties of Applied Linguistics and International Relations at the University of Warsaw. She has gained experience working in customer service and international forwarding. Aleksandra loves music, traveling and primitive dog breeds. 

She is an owner of an Akita named Whisky. 

Agata Fromberg

Client Service Coordinator

She obtained the title of engineer in animal behavior at the University of Life Sciences in Lublin. She worked as an assistant groomer, where she gained experience working with both clients and animals. She has always wanted to work in places related to animals. 

Privately, she is the owner of Mucha’s cat.

Adrianna Mikucka

Client Service Coordinator

In 2018 she graduated from the Veterinary and General School Complex No. 7 in Łomża with a diploma in a veterinary technician. After graduating from school, she started working in the pet industry where she learned about commercial pet food. For over two years she worked in 24/7 veterinary clinics in Warsaw as a veterinary technician. As a hobby, she deals with fishkeeping and terraristics. Additional areas of interest include animal dietetics and animal behavior. 

At home, she looks after her adopted 4‑year-old cat Muffin and Reja, the bearded dragon.

Karina Grigorian

Client Service Coordinator

Karina graduated from the Military University of Technology in the field of Logistics.

She gained her professional experience in the logistics industry and in customer service.

She spends her free time actively at the gym, she likes reading psychological and crime books.

An owner of two chihuahuas — Lady and Kim.