Dr. Bern grew up in North Carolina, and is a 1997 graduate of North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He also has a Master’s in Ethology from the University of Tennessee. He moved to Georgia in 2006, and now considers Northern Georgia his home. Though well versed in all aspects of small animal medicine, he has special interests in behavior, soft tissue surgery, and exotic pets. Teaching and client education are also passions of his. He shares his home with his wife, two children, three dogs, and three cats. Outside of being a vet, he participates in local community theatre, is a Disney aficionado, and has strong interest in comic books, science fiction, and fantasy genres. He and his wife also dress in costume for sci-fi conventions and renaissance fairs.