About Us

 Dr. Garner obtained his DVM degree from Washington State University in 1987. He  practiced four years in a companion/exotic animal clinic prior to  entering a pathology residency at the University of Florida. After  becoming board-certified, Dr. Garner founded Northwest ZooPath in 1994.  Mike has authored or co-authored several articles on the pathology and  medicine of non-domestic species. He is a member of  AAZV, AAV, WDA,  ARAV, Am. Assoc. of Avian Path., Am Assoc. for Lab. Anim. Sci., Am.  Fisheries Soc., Internat. Assoc. Aquat. Anim.. Med, and Am. Assoc. of  Vet. Lab. Diagnosticians. Mike is also an adjunct associate professor of  pathology in the College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State  University. 

 Dr. Iredale earned her bachelor’s and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees from Washington State University. Following her clinical internship at a private specialty hospital, Dr. Iredale was admitted to the Anatomic Pathology residency program at the University of Florida. After obtaining her board certification, Dr. Iredale pursued a master’s degree in Entomology from the University of Florida. Dr. Iredale is passionate about wildlife conservation and preserving zoo and exotic animal species. 

 Dr.  LaDouceur received her veterinary and pathology residency  training at Tufts University and UC Davis respectively.  She was  mentored by Dr. Garner during veterinary school and residency and will continue to work closely with him as an a associate at Northwest ZooPath.  She is well published in zoo, exotic and wildlife pathology literature and has a special interest in invertebrate pathology.

At Northwest ZooPath Laboratory, our mission is to advance scientific research and discovery through innovative technology and cutting-edge methodologies. We are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality data and analysis, while maintaining the highest standards of ethical practice.