12/22/2025
✨ Staff Spotlight: Dr. Emily Olsen ✨
If you’ve been coming to Amazia for any length of time, chances are you’ve met Dr. Emily Olsen, and you’ve probably noticed her calm presence, thoughtful care, and genuine love for both her patients and their people.
Dr. Olsen has been part of the Amazia family for 6 years now (though she’ll tell you it feels like longer, in a good way). Her path to veterinary medicine came from a lifelong love of animals, science, and helping others. Fun fact: before vet school, she also considered becoming a music teacher or a sign language interpreter, proof that caring and communication have always been at the heart of what she does.
One of Dr. Olsen’s favorite parts of the day is working alongside our team and building relationships with clients. And of course, she admits it never hurts when the patients are especially cute. While she enjoys all aspects of small animal medicine, cats and dogs have a special place in her heart.
One particularly meaningful chapter of her time at Amazia was getting to work alongside Dr. Wendy before her retirement, despite the two having graduated from rival schools (Ohio State vs. Michigan State 😄). It’s moments like that that reflect what makes this clinic special.
At home, Dr. Olsen’s life is just as full of animals and love. She shares her home with three cats; Rigby, Darwin, and Lilac, and three dogs; Dash, Rowena, and Dixie. Originally from Michigan, she moved to the Pacific Northwest in 2012 and now enjoys quiet time at home with her husband, their two sons (ages 13 and 9), and their pets. When she’s not at the clinic, you’ll likely find her cooking, practicing yoga, or curled up with a good book.
What Dr. Olsen loves most about Amazia is the heart behind it. “We’re truly a mom and pop shop, family owned for over 30 years. That’s rare in veterinary medicine these days, and it means something.”
Most recently, Dr. Olsen became certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, giving her another gentle, effective way to help patients feel better and live more comfortably.
We’re incredibly grateful to have Dr. Olsen as part of our team, and we know our clients and their pets feel the same. 🐾💙