Meet Our Staff

Dr. Barbara Powers has practiced in San Antonio since she graduated from Veterinary College at Texas A&M in 1983. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, American Animal Hospital Association, Association of Feline Practitioners, American Association of Avian Veterinarians, and is an Exotic DVM. Dr. Powers believes every animal deserves a loving home. 

Dr. Powers also helps with homeless pets through Stray Cat Adoption of Texas (SCAT), San Antonio Doberman Rescue and Weimeraner Rescue of Texas.

She lives with her husband, Joseph, and has two adult children. Her pet family includes Miss Rue (Doberman); Penelope (Feline) and Hermione (Tortoise).

Rosie is Dr. Powers’ African Grey Congo parrot. She is 25 years old. Rosie ran into a problem faced by many large parrots — they are acquired by well-meaning individuals who are attracted to larger parrots, but who don’t realize the time and commitment these wonderful non-domesticated animals need. Happily, she was surrendered to Dr. Powers in her first year of life.

Not much of a talker, Rosie loves to imitate electronic noises and her favorite toy is a roll of adding paper. Be sure and say “hello” to Rosie at your next visit to Ten West! BUT keep your fingers out of her cage!

Georgia has been working at Ten West Bird and Animal Hospital since March 2003. Her interest in the animal field started at a very young age. Growing up, Georgia had multiple pets, including 21 birds (variety of breeds). Georgia has been working in the veterinary field since 1989 and says, "It just keeps getting better!" She had the pleasure of working with Dr. Powers from 1991-1994 at another veterinary hospital and, when the opportunity came to work for her, she was excited to join her team. Georgia is currently the office manager and welcomes all the challenges and rewarding experiences the position has to offer. Along with her 3 dogs, Daisy, Macy, and Lucy (crazy but fun additions), Georgia enjoys spending family time with her husband and son.