Zoran Djordjevich, DVM – Chief of Surgery

Dr. Zoran Djordjevich, fondly known as “Dr. George” by clients and staff, hails from Yugoslavia. His veterinary aspirations sprouted during his childhood on a farm. Dr. Djordjevich earned his veterinary medical degree from the University of Belgrade in 1990 and underwent further training at the Royal Veterinary College in London, England. He is renowned for his innovative approaches and techniques, significantly enhancing veterinary surgery.

Dr. Djordjevich is particularly recognized for being the first veterinarian in the U.S. to implant the Helica Total Hip Replacement (THR) Systems’ smallest acetabular 24 mm screw cup implant in June 2010, now the nationally accepted standard for the Helica procedure. Since joining Mohnacky Animal Hospital (MAH) of Carlsbad in 1998, he has consistently supported animal rescue groups and other animal welfare organizations. His interests outside work include soccer, tennis, and table tennis. He is a member of the AVMA, CVMA, and SDCVMA with a special interest in orthopedic surgery and natural approaches to veterinary medicine.

Carly Bulliard, DVM

Originally from Louisiana, Dr. Carly Bulliard joined the MAH team on October 15, 2012. She holds a DVM from St. George’s University and completed her clinical rotations at Murdoch University in Perth, Australia. Dr. Bulliard is passionate about client service and satisfaction, always striving to instill confidence in her clients about their pets’ care. In her leisure time, she enjoys exploring the outdoors, hiking, camping, and fishing.

Samantha Souther, DVM, DACT

Dr. Samantha Souther, DVM, DACT is a board-certified small animal theriogenologist with a special interest in reducing genetic disease prevalence in pets. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from Union College, New York, and graduated with honors from Western University of Health Science in Pomona for her DVM. In her free time, Dr. Souther enjoys hiking, skiing, and rock climbing.