Dr. Jyl Rubin

Dr. Jyl has owned and operated a mobile and stationary, boutique integrative veterinary practice since 1999. She is an entrepreneur who possesses a strong business ethic. Her passions are practicing veterinary medicine and educating the world about preventive and holistic care for animals of all species. Her veterinary practice offers ozone therapy, acupuncture, blue light therapy and cold laser therapy, shock wave therapy, Digatherm®, PEMF therapy, hyperthermia, Chinese herbal and food therapy, Mistletoe therapy, and Prolozone.

Dr. Jyl has been practicing ozone therapy since 2015 and is a member of the American Academy of Ozone Therapy, American Holistic Veterinary Association, and the American Veterinary Medical Association. She officially started RegenO3one Vet the first veterinary owned ozone therapy company in 2023 dedicated to educating veterinarians, their staff and pet parents in ozone therapy and equipment. ​

She has a special approach to practicing veterinary medicine, which includes taking time to inform and educate clients about their pets’ health conditions and treatment options. This approach has consistently led to a higher overall quality of care, pet health, and pet and client happiness. She is continually searching for new holistic medical treatments to enhance and improve the overall quality of animals’ lives. She is passionate about veterinary medicine and about educating and training other veterinarians and their staff about holistic medicine, and she is dedicated to educating and enhancing the relationship between people and animals. Dr. Jyl has been a veterinary news educator for over 20 years and has been featured on Animal Planet, Disney Radio, CBS, and Fox TV. 

In 2005, Dr. Jyl founded Veterinary After Rescue Kare (VARK), a non-profit organization that provides unwanted animals of all species and breeds another chance at life by helping to fund their medical care through rescue organizations. 

Dr. Jyl lives with her husband, four dogs, two cats, a cockatiel, seven desert tortoises, two alpacas, one llama, one goat, one pig, and one 150-pound Sulcata tortoise. Her hobbies are gardening, scuba diving, and traveling.

Dr. Eva DeCozio

Dr Eva DeCozio is a native of Michigan, but moved to Europe during school when her dad’s job was relocated. She graduated from the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna, Austria in 1995, and then completed a mixed animal internship in Europe. She then moved back to the U.S. and took part in a Small Animal Internship at Mesa Veterinary Hospital in Mesa, AZ. After her Internship, Dr. DeCozio completed a 2 year residency in  Equine Pathobiology at the University of Pennsylvania, New Bolton Center in 1999; she received her ECFVG Certification from Oklahoma State University during her residency. She  returned to Arizona in 1999 and  joined VCA Apache Junction Animal Hospital  as an associate veterinarian, then advanced to Medical Director in 2004. In December 2020, Dr. DeCozio and her husband, David Bush, relocated to Williamson County, Tennessee. 

Dr. DeCozio has been practicing veterinary acupuncture since 2003, and is a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist. In addition to this certification, Dr. DeCozio also holds a Graduate Diploma in Traditional  Chinese Herbal Medicine and is certified in Equine Rehab and Performance Medicine.  She has been certified in PennHip since 2000, and Stem Cell Therapy since  2004.  Dr. DeCozio pursued her love for Yoga and became a Certified Yoga Teacher in 2018, and has integrated her Yoga teachings to include animals,  mostly dogs, in the form of Doga classes. She has completed advanced courses in Integrative Neurology and Oncology . She is in the process of completing the Chinese Food Therapy Certification. 

In 2009, Dr. DeCozio founded the Panacea Animal Wellness Sanctuary, a charitable organization to end senseless euthanasia in Arizona and educate the public on the importance of preventative care. Her organization saved the lives of over 1300 dogs, cats, several horses, and a few farm animals. She has received numerous awards for her public service, the most notable being the inaugural Hero Vet Award from the American Humane Association, awarded in 2014; Dr. DeCozio also served on the Arizona Cardinals Community Quarterback Awards Committee from 2010 to 2018. 

Dr. Priya Bhatt, DVM

Dr Bhatt in an integrative veterinarian who received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2009 from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. She became Certified in Acupuncture (CVA) through the Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. She is also certified in Level II Reiki and Chiropractic / Manipulation. In addition, Dr. Bhatt sits on the Board of Directors for Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association.

Dr. Bhatt strongly believes in empowering individuals through education and communication, stating, ”In order for people to help their pets, they must know how. Many people are unaware of how advanced veterinary is and all the various healing options out there. Knowledge is power and can open doors to many healing pathways. I am passionate about what I do and love engaging with clients/patients.  I truly believe in a team based approach to treating a patient. Multiple minds are better than one.  Integrate. Educate. Communicate. Heal.”

Titles, Education and Accomplishments

• Active member of Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association
• Past-President for Chicago Veterinary Medical Association
• Guest Educator at University of Illinois, College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (Dr) - University of Illinois, Class of 2009
• Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (CVA) - Chi Institute, School of Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture, Class of 2013 > Advanced Certification 2016
• Certified Veterinary Medical Manipulator (CVMMP) - Integrative Veterinary Medical Institute, Class of 2017
• Certified Veterinary Food Therapist (CVFT) - Chi Institute, Class of 2020
• Master of Science in Equine Physiology - Summa Cum Laude - California State Polytechnic Institute (Cal Poly Pomona), Class of 2005
• Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology - UCLA, Class of 2002
• Creator and CEO of Arya Animal Acupuncture - Specialty Integrative Veterinary Medicine - Established in 2015
• Opened Doors to "Arya Animal Acupuncture - Specialty Integrative Veterinary Medicine in Glenview - Established in 2022.

Dr PJ Broadfoot, DVM

Dr. Paula Jo ( PJ ) Broadfoot graduated from Kansas State in 1981, married her classmate Jeff, and they have 4 children – Brannon, Barrett, Burke, and Brea, and 7 grandchildren. She started her own practice in Van Buren Arkansas in 1982, and developed an interest in complementary medicine, with a very diverse and eclectic collection of therapeutics.

PJ served as a veterinary consultant for Heel. Board Member American Society of Bioregulatory Medicine (ASBRM), Registration of Alternative and Integrative Veterinary Education (RAIVE)  board member. And has served as an Instructor in the College of Integrative Veterinary Technologies (CIVT) an international online college.  She has also lectured internationally for the Vetri-Science Company.

She is a member of the AVMA, the Arkansas VMA, and the AHVMA, and has had articles published in the U.S. and Europe, and was interviewed for The Truth About Pet Cancer 2018 online series with Ty Bollinger. She has co-written books, including Integrating Complementary Medicine into Veterinary Practice, and The Efficacy of Velvet Antler in Veterinary Practice. Her current focus is on promoting wellness in pets.

Dr. Tanya Higgins was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and grew up in Kingston, Jamaica. She attended the University of Georgia, where she received her B. Sc. (Ag) in Animal Health/Poultry Science. She obtained her DVM from the Atlantic Veterinary College, at the University of Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Upon graduation, she immediately plunged into the exciting world of small animal emergency medicine for three years. Then Dr. Higgins headed into general, family veterinary practice but with a “twist.”  This twist was “crossing over,” as one of her mentors constantly teases her, to the other-side, alternative medicine, specializing in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine.

Dr. Judy McBeth, DVM, CVA

Dr. Judy McBeth graduated from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine.  She trained in Acupuncture and received her Certification in Veterinary Acupuncture at the Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine.

Dr. Judy enjoys Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Acupuncture Laser Therapy and Holistic Medicine.  She has 3 cats and enjoys gardening and scrap booking in her free time.  

Check out her resume on LinkedIn for more information!

Dr. Francelis Rodríguez, DVM

Dr. Rodriguez graduated from Universidad Central de Venezuela in 2009 and practiced veterinary medicine in Venezuela for four years before relocating to the United States. In 2017, she became certified by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and obtained a veterinary license in Florida.

Initially focused on reproductive medicine and ultrasound, Dr. Rodriguez's passion evolved toward integrative and holistic veterinary care. With a deepened understanding of disease origins and the significance of natural diets, she now specializes in holistic cancer therapies, including mistletoe, vitamin C, and ozone treatments. She is exploring new fields such as fecal matter transplants and microbiome health.

Currently, Dr. Rodriguez is particularly interested in the animal’s energy system. She is enrolled in a course on animal healing touch to further enhance her expertise. This holistic approach supports an animal's energetic balance, which is crucial for maintaining physical and mental health. She is focused on assessing the animal’s energy system and applying specific techniques—such as touch, near-touch, aromatherapy, and sound therapy—to clear, balance, and strengthen this energy system.

In her spare time, Dr. Rodriguez enjoys spending time outdoors and at the beach with her partner and their 8-year-old Pomeranian, Lolita.

Dr. Claudia Costa, DVM

COSTA graduated at the University of São Paulo in 1991. She owns CIAVET - Integrated Veterinary Clinic. She studied HOMEOPATHY, IRIDOLOGY, ACUPUNCTURE, TIBETAN REIKI USHUI, ANTHROPOSOPHY, GERMAN MEDICINE. She has a Master's Degree in Veterinary Clinic (Infectious diseases). In 2019 she published VETERINARY IRIDOLOGY – VERTEBRATES. Since 2020 she studies VETERINARY SYSTEMIC FAMILY CONSTELLATION, METAGENEALOGY and GESTATIONAL CONSTELLATION. She works as consultant for HELIXOR representative pharmacy in Brazil and trained more than 150 veterinarians on HOW TO USE MISTLETOE. In 2023 she published MISTLETOE in SMALL ANIMAL VETERINARY MEDICINE. Currently she studies Integrative Oncology, writes a book about Multispecies Familiar Constelation and promotes experiential retreats in Systemic Veterinary Medicine for professionals, people and their pets.

She actively participates in the holding of important congresses in Brazil, having been a member of the Scientific Committee of CONPAVEPA from 2000 to 2012, General Secretary of CONPAVEPA 2011 and 2012, General Secretary of the SPMV SPECIALTIES CONGRESS OF PAULISTA in 2014 and President of the Scientific Committee of the PAULISTA CONGRESS OF SPMV SPECIALTIES in 2015.

Since 2005, after completing the Master's degree, she has been giving lectures in the area of Integrative Medicine (Homeopathy, Iridology, Integrative Medicine, Use of Mistletoe in Veterinary Medicine, etc.) in various educational institutions, associations, congresses and specialization courses. Since 2008 she has worked with ANTHROPOSOPHIC MEDICINE and MISTLETOE. She has trained more than 180 veterinarians to prescribe Mistletoe.

Dr. Steven Johnson

Dr. Steven Johnson finished his residency in internal medicine at the University of Massachusetts affiliated hospitals, in Worcester in 1996 as Co-Chief Resident of Internal Medicine. He has lectured frequently in Europe and the U.S. on integrative medicine and oncology, with a focus on mistletoe therapies, and anthroposophic, biological and nutritional modalities.

Dr. Johnson directed one of the first major integrative medicine clinics in the U.S., bringing together a multi-disciplinary team with extensive conventional and holistic modalities of care. He has spent the majority of his career deeply immersed in clinical practice helping patients across the country. He has a deep appreciation for nature and the study of medicinal botany and natural medicine.

Dr. Johnson has written numerous magazine articles, has been a guest on several radio shows and will soon co-release a book on Mistletoe Therapy and Integrative Medicine. Recently, he served as the director of the first European Mistletoe/integrative medicine training program and currently serves as a mentor to clinicians across the U.S. He is the president of the Physicians Association for Anthroposophic Medicine and of the Foundation for Health Creation. Presently, he works part time in private practice in upstate New York and serves as a medical consultant.