Dr. Jordan Eizenberg Weinger, DVM
Dr. Jordan grew up in South Florida. He earned his BS in zoology at the University of Wisconsin. He grew up surrounded by dogs, cats and birds and knew from an early age that he wanted to become a veterinarian. Naturally, after college, he headed to St. George’s University to attend veterinary school. There he met his future husband and honed his craft in veterinary medicine. After spending his clinical year at Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Jordan graduated and began to sharpen his skills in companion animal medicine.
Veterinary Medicine has changed drastically in recent years to include stress reducing, fear free, species specific handling techniques. Dr. Jordan’s dream is to teach and show his community how we can truly help our furry friends and ensure they are well taken care of. His goal is to see each of his patients happy and comfortable when coming to see him. As such, he has designed an entire hospital to accommodate for such an aspiration.
Dr. Jordan has a special interest in small animal medicine. He also has completed hundreds of international health certificates and has become an expert on international travel of dogs and cats. He is an active member of the AVMA, FVMA and is USDA accredited. During his time away from the clinic, he enjoys cooking, movies, museums, bike riding and exploring Miami. But most of all he enjoys spending time with his husband Ori and sons Lev and Eli.
Dr. Ori Eizenberg Weinger, DVM
Dr. Ori always knew he wanted to be a veterinarian. Even while growing up he would dedicate his weekends to work at his parents’ friends’ pet store. Once, he even lied about his age (🤫🤫🤫) in order to get into a teen’s veterinarian program at the local zoo (he was 11 and the program required you to be 12).
Dr. Ori was born and raised in Israel. He moved to the States with his family to finish high school and attend college. After he finished his Business degree at the University of Florida (Go Gators!) he moved to Grenada to study veterinary medicine, at St. George’s University. Dr. Ori finished his clinical training at the University of Minnesota (Go Gophers!) and in 2020 he became a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist.
After moving from one place to another, Dr. Ori and his husband, Dr. Jordan, decided to set deep roots in Miami. In his spare time, Dr. Ori loves playing piano, riding bikes, spending time with his husband and son Lev, playing with his kitty cat Mitzi (crazy cat guy alert here), and expanding on his veterinary knowledge as much as he can. His medical passions include surgery, dermatology, and traditional Chinese veterinary medicine. Dr. Ori truly believes in the power of teaching. As such, he takes every opportunity he gets to pass on the vast knowledge in veterinary medicine to his clients and his medical team. If you ever wonder, the true way into Dr. Ori’s heart is through dessert and episodes of the Golden Girls.
Dr. Laura Sanchez, DVM
Ever since Dr. Laura was a little girl she dreamt of becoming a veterinarian. A city-based girl who loved and enjoyed more than anything going to the countryside with her family to see all kinds of animals and landscapes. From a young age, she learned from her mom and developed the interest of taking good care of the environment and the animals.
Born and raised in Bogotá, Colombia. From the very beginning of Vet school she was a volunteer at the center of wildlife rescue. Her passion to learn from all kinds of species drove her to work with all kinds of animals, including zoo animals and wildlife while finishing her studies. Dr. Laura graduated from National University of Colombia and, soon after moving to Miami she enrolled in the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG) certification program to get her license in the United States. While doing an externship in an animal specialty hospital in Coral Springs her passion for small animals set down roots and she acquired a special interest in internal medicine.
Dr. Laura enjoys being outdoors, dancing, exercising and playing all kinds of sports. Her favorite being rollerblading! She loves birds, and great horned owls have a special place in her heart.
Stephany Egas – Office Manager
Ever since Stephany was little her dream was to work with animals. A few years ago she rekindled her passion for taking care of animals in need when she adopted a kitten with severe burns and nursed him back to health with the help of Dr. Ori. Stephany enjoyed every step of the way and decided to pursue a career doing what she loves. For the last 8 years, she has worked in grooming, animal care & customer service in the industry. Now, with the opportunity to work alongside the doctor that saved her kitten’s life , as well as his husband Dr. Jordan and Dr. Laura. She is working towards becoming a veterinarian herself to make the same impact for others. Outside of work, some of her hobbies are painting, dancing, traveling and spending quality time with her pets: King, Guitar, Cloud and Azula.
Emily Alvarado – Veterinary Assistant
Emily has always been fascinated by animals since she was young. Growing up, instead of watching cartoons, she would stay watching Animal Planet for hours on end and read up on different animals in her free time just to share her newfound knowledge with her family. Since then, her drive and love to help animals has only grown immensely. Emily would go on to be in the veterinary program in her high school and on weekends she would volunteer at a veterinary clinic to gain hands on experience with different small animals. She has been a veterinary assistant since 2019 and has recently obtained her B.S in Biology from Florida International University. She plans to attend vet school in the future to pursue her dream of becoming a veterinarian. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, working out, exploring Miami, or spending time with her sweet doggie Yoshi.
Luisa Gaitan – Veterinary Assistant
Luisa knew she wanted to work with animals since she was young. After having pets she wished she was able to cure all animals and keep them forever. It was also quite obvious as she was always that one person spending more time with the pets than with anyone else at family gatherings. She could never really see herself doing anything other than being around animals.
Luisa grew up in miami, and moved back to her home country Colombia to attended veterinary school. Her goal is to become certified in the US, while she works as a veterinary technician. She loves working with anything ranging from dogs and cats to zoo animals and wildlife. She also has a great passion for conservation and research.
In Luisa’s free time she enjoys dancing and going to the beach. She also loves going to coffee shops with friends and just hanging out.
Mercy Hernandez – Client Service Representative
Mercy has always had a strong desire to help animals. She grew up being known as the child who brought in all the strays in her family. Her love for animals started at a very young age since she helped take care of her parent’s small farm in Cuba. She spent her time in high school volunteering at the animal shelter making sure every dog and cat got the love they deserved before getting adopted. She has owned and taken care of many animals including monkeys! Mercy is enrolling in school to be a Veterinary Technician to pursue her passion for caring for all kinds of animals. During her free time, she likes to explore new areas of Miami and spending time with her two pets, Fifi and Chloe!
Laura Escobar – Client Service Representative
Laura is originally from Ecuador and she holds a Bachelor degree in Graphic Design. In 2006, Laura moved to Miami in order to help a friend with a doggie daycare business. It was at that moment she knew she had true love for animals. Since then, Laura has developed her skills in the Veterinary profession. Today, she is one of the most caring Client Service Coordinators our field has ever known. In her free time, she enjoys serving at her church, cooking for friends, and making true artistic cakes. She lives for her son Alejandro and her furry friends. Laura truly understands the passion required to be in our profession. She is the “Mom” of our team and this is reflected in her care and love for our clients and their pets.
Gabriela Rodriguez – Veterinary Assistant
Gabriela was born and raised in Cuba, where her love for animals began at an early age. She spent her summers at her grandparents’ countryside home, helping care for their many cats, their dog, and other animals. Those early experiences shaped her deep appreciation for animal care and rural life. Growing up, she always had pets of her own — her beloved dogs Nacho and Andy, birds, a fish tank, and even a tiny turtle — which further strengthened her desire to work in veterinary medicine.
She is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Biology at Florida International University, with plans to continue on to veterinary school in the future. As a veterinary assistant, Gabriela is passionate about learning, growing in her skills, and providing compassionate care to every patient she meets. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, attending concerts, cooking, spending time at the beach, and being outdoors. She hopes one day to own a cottage with farm animals and continue building a life centered around animals and nature.
Lissette Cruz – Client Service Representative
Born and raised in Miami, Lissette’s love for animals began long before her career in veterinary medicine. Inspired by Steve Irwin’s enthusiasm and dedication to wildlife, she grew up wanting to give animals a voice—and frequently brought home stray cats and kittens who needed a little extra love.
That compassion led her to volunteer with her local Humane Society during high school and eventually pursue a career in veterinary care. With more than 15 years of experience, Lissette has worked in roles ranging from kennel technician to veterinary assistant and now Client Service Representative at Wags Animal Hospital. Her hands-on background gives her a well-rounded understanding of hospital life and the questions and concerns families have about their pets’ care. She strives to make every client feel welcomed, heard, and supported, whether they’re celebrating a new addition or navigating a difficult moment.
Outside of Wags, Lissette is a proud mom to an amazing son who shares her love for animals. She enjoys spending time with her family and pets and being involved in her son’s school community. For Lissette, the most rewarding part of veterinary medicine is building relationships with the people who love their pets just as much as she loves hers.
Ocean Johnson – Veterinary Assistant
Ocean grew up in North Florida and received her B.S. in Biology in 2026 from the University of Florida (Go Gators!), where she first realized her desire to work in the veterinary field. She served on the board for UF’s Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club and volunteered with the FVMA, as well as a local shelter. She is passionate about wildlife conservation and is actively working on a research project studying vehicular trauma in the North American river otter. She plans to continue working as a Veterinary Assistant until she applies to veterinary school. She is excited to continue developing her technical skills while also providing empathetic care to all creatures that she encounters. There is a special place in her heart for Boston Terriers, which were her family’s favorite breed growing up. She recently lost sweet Jarvis, who was her 13-year old Boston Terrier that never failed to bring a smile to her face. In her free time she enjoys reading, sewing, baking, and spending time with her fiancé, Jaden.
Heather Hernandez – Veterinary Assistant
Heather Rose was born and raised in Miami and comes from a proud Cuban family. She graduated from St. Thomas University with a B.S. in Health Science Pre Professionals (Go Bobcats!).
Heather has devoted much of her life to pursuing her dream of becoming a veterinarian. Her journey has included volunteering in the clinical area at Miami-Dade Animal Services and gaining hands-on experience at Pelican Harbor Seabird Station. She may have a fear of birds, but that never stopped her from stepping outside of her comfort zone to care for an animal in need! Her experiences have only strengthened her passion for veterinary medicine and her commitment to helping every animal that crosses her path.
Outside of work, Heather’s world revolves around her four-legged family. She has two amazing French Bulldogs, Thor and Stitch, who are her absolute world, along with Tony, a Jack Russell mix, and Milo, a Dachshund mix. While she has love for animals of all shapes and sizes. She has a special place in her heart for any and every bulldog breed. Having grown up surrounded by dogs her entire life, her love for animals has always been a huge part of who she is.
Heather continues to work toward her lifelong goal of becoming a veterinarian and hopes to dedicate her career to caring for animals and the people who love them. 🐾
Elisama Ramos – Veterinary Assistant
Since she was 4, Elisama has been surrounded by animals of all kinds thanks to her mothers work at jungle island and her family ranch in Nicaragua. It wasn’t until she was 16, when she helped her brothers dog recover from a car accident, that she discovered her true passion for veterinary medicine.
She graduated from Penn State (We Are!) in 2024 with a B.s in veterinary and biomedical science in hopes of one day becoming a veterinarian.
Elisama has a special place in her heart for cats, especially after losing her beloved 15-year-old cat to cancer. She enjoys fostering kittens and sick cats in need and hopes to one day open her own cat-only veterinary clinic. Outside of work, she loves baking, annoying her two dogs, Goofy and Leia, going to the beach, and sleeping in whenever she gets the chance.
Steven Roman Roman – Veterinary Assistant
Meet Steven!
Steven has loved science and animals ever since he was a kid. Growing up, he spent his time exploring nature, catching baby iguanas, playing with stray animals, and fishing in the creek near his home. His interest in science really took off after watching Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey, which inspired him to learn more about the world around him.
Almost ten years later, that same curiosity and passion are still going strong! Steven feels grateful to work as a Veterinary Assistant, doing something he genuinely loves and helping care for pets and their families every day.
When he’s not at work, you can usually find Steven at the beach, paddle-boarding, working on his surfing skills, working out or trying something new. He especially loves exploring different foods and discovering new experiences. Whether he’s in nature, learning something new, or spending time around animals, Steven is always up for an adventure!
Paloma Virella – Client Service Representative
Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Paloma has been surrounded by animals for as long as she can remember. From a young age, she helped her parents rescue animals and find them loving, forever homes — although sometimes, those forever homes ended up being their own! Growing up this way shaped her compassion for animals and inspired her desire to make a difference in their lives.
Paloma holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, and over time, she has realized just how much she wants to help both pets and their families in every way possible. She believes every animal deserves compassionate care, patience, and understanding, and she strives to make each patient’s experience as comfortable and positive as possible while supporting pet parents throughout their pets’ healthcare journeys.
Looking toward the future, Paloma hopes to one day pursue opportunities working with exotic animals. Growing up watching Steve Irwin inspired her fascination with wildlife and showed her the importance of protecting and advocating for animals of all kinds. For now, she is excited to continue growing in veterinary medicine, strengthening her skills, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of the pets and families she encounters.
Outside of work, Paloma enjoys playing video games, reading, and thrifting. Whether she is discovering a new book, finding a unique secondhand treasure, or enjoying her favorite games, she loves finding little ways to make the most of her free time.
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