Izi graduated from the University of Sydney in 2007 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Hons I). After working in both exotics and general practices for several years, Izi completed a rotating internship at Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) and then joined Sydney Exotics and Rabbit Vets as an associate. She also obtained a Master of Veterinary Studies from Murdoch University. In 2017, Izi completed a three-year zoological medicine residency, with a focus on exotic pets, at the University of Georgia, USA. She became a Diplomate of the American College of Zoological Medicine in 2017, passing the sub-specialty examination in zoological companion animals. Izi is currently the only veterinarian in Australia to hold this qualification and is a registered specialist in zoological medicine in both Australia and USA. Izi has owned exotic pets for most of her life and is committed to equal care of all pets. Izi has published numerous journal articles and book chapters, undertaken various research projects, and regularly presents at conferences. Izi is the owner of the Avian & Exotics Service (AVES), an exotics-only vet hospital in Sydney.