Heather Arens, DVM is the Director of Animal Health at Sedgwick County Zoo, where she has the privilege of working alongside a talented veterinary and animal care team providing care for a diverse collection of species. Originally from New York, Dr. Arens earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2012. After completing a one-year rotating internship, she began her career in zoological medicine at Sedgwick County Zoo, where she has continued to grow professionally and develop her passion for the field.
Dr. Arens loves the variety, problem-solving, and lifelong learning that come with working in a zoo environment, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. She is passionate about mentoring students and helping them discover the many possibilities within zoological science and veterinary medicine. Through the Zoo Science program, she enjoys sharing real-world experiences and helping students connect classroom learning with the animals, people, and conservation efforts they will encounter in their careers.