Joy Wu, Veterinarian

Dr. Joy Wu spent her early years in Taiwan and moved to Nanaimo during high school. She is fluent in both English and Mandarin. She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in General Biology from the University of British Columbia and proceeded to obtain her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine through the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon. As a child, Dr. Wu grew up with several different species of pets, which ignited her passion for veterinary medicine. She has worked in the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of B.C. as well as completed a rotation at the Vancouver Aquarium. She is certified in the Fear Free Handling program and believes in low-stress visits for all her patients. In her spare time, Dr. Wu takes pleasure in computer gaming, hiking with family and friends, and cuddling with her cat, Ally, whom she rescued from the streets. She is enjoying her return to the Nanaimo community and looking forward to meeting you and your furry friends.