About Peter S. Sakas -

Peter S. Sakas received his BA in biology from Northwestern University in 1974, his MS in Zoology-Entomology from Auburn University in 1979 and DVM from the University of Illinois, College of Veterinary Medicine in 1983. While at Auburn, he studied the immune response of dogs with canine heartworm disease and developed a test for the detection of occult heartworm disease in dogs and cats. He served on the faculty at Auburn University as a lecture instructor in Animal Biology in 1979. Dr. Sakas has been involved in avian practice since 1980 when he began working summers as a student extern at Niles Animal Hospital ( Niles, IL) under the direction of the noted avian veterinarian Dr. T.J. Lafeber.

Dr. Sakas became a staff veterinarian upon graduation in 1983 and bought the practice in 1985. The hospital has a staff of over 35 employees, including four full time and one part time veterinarian. The hospital has a four year accreditation (the highest level) from the American Animal Hospital Association. He lectures frequently to veterinary associations, veterinary colleges, bird clubs, wildlife organizations and avicultural groups.

Dr. Sakas has written numerous articles related to avian medicine and pet bird care. He has authored the avian section of American Animal Hospital Association’s publication, Exotic Formulary. (A book of drug dosages for exotic pets). He is also the author of book, “Essentials of Avian Medicine. A Guide for Practitioners” second edition, also published by AAHA. He has contributed to other avian books as well. He has served (and is still serving) on the boards of several veterinary organizations and has held directorships for various humane and wildlife associations. He is on the advisory board for Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity at Northwestern University and is the editor of the alumni newsletter. He is active in various community activities, including serving as a Little League Manager for several years…..and still doing so.