Dr. Sabrina Jacobs is the owner and founder of the Equine Fertility Institute, Performance Equine Vets, and Performance Vet Supply.  A Texas native, she graduated from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in 2004. Dr. Jacobs has a particular interest in advanced reproductive techniques. She has performed thousands of oocyte recoveries and embryo transfers. Dr. Jacobs is proficient at performing the most complicated embryological procedures, such as Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), Embryo Biopsy for Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) and Embryo Vitrification (Embryo Freezing). Tasked with leading the team, she is passionate about optimizing every detail of the process to ensure the best possible results. Dr. Jacobs is held in high regard by colleagues and clients alike for her advanced skills, leadership and deeply caring attitude.

In her free time, Sabrina enjoys tinkering in her ever growing garden and spending time with her husband Clay and daughter Ansley. 

Ms. Jones is Clemson graduate with her bachelors degree in Equine Business. During her stay at Clemson, Ms. Jones interned with us for two summers. After graduating from Clemson, Emily accepted a position at Kansas State University where she obtained her Master’s in Equine Reproductive Physiology. After leaving Kansas, she headed out west to manage a privately owned breeding and foaling operation. Ms. Jones is excited to join us here at the Equine Fertility Institute! She brings to us extensive training in stallion management and semen preparation. Her combination of medical knowledge and professional experience has proven especially useful to our clients and patients. A warm and compassionate multi-tasker, she works to ensure each and every client and patient receive unparalleled communication and care. Ms. Jones tackles each of her numerous duties with passion, relishing the opportunity to educate clients throughout the process.  On top of everything else, Ms. Jones also assists in management of the recipient mare herd with Ms. Dragolich. 

Emily enjoys spending time relaxing at the beach and taking her dog for long hikes. She loves to cook and consistently bakes yummy treats! Although Emily has been a western girl most of her life, she has recently begun training in dressage. 

Born in Michoacan, Mexico, Jose began his career in the United States in 1991. His addiction to horses began at the racetrack Delaware Park, where he began as a groom and was promoted to the title of Assistant Trainer. After spending 15 years working at Delaware Park, Jose relocated to Aiken with his family. Jose joined the Equine Fertility Institute in 2014. He naturally became the head stallion handler with his gentle nature and calming personality, he is truly an asset to our operation.

Jose is the proud father of three wonderful children, Pepe, Heidi, and Omar. He is expecting his first granddaughter this spring. Jose enjoys managing his elaborate garden and spending time riding his horses while he is away from the hospital.

Dr. Elizabeth Suarez hails from Mexico City, where she studied Veterinary Medicine at Universidad del Valle de México. She gained valuable experience working for three years on a breeding farm in her hometown.

Dr. Suarez completed a one-year internship at the University of Saskatchewan in Canada, followed by a residency in Reproduction at the New Bolton Center, University of Pennsylvania.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her cat, Bilbo, baking, exploring the outdoors, and watching movies and series.

Karina was born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, but has spent the majority of her life in Aiken. Horses have always been a significant part of her life, and she feels that Performance Equine Vets has been a central part of her upbringing. Her father worked at Performance for some time, and as a child, Karina lived in the house next to the clinic property. Walking past the barns and paddocks on her way to primary school left her in awe of the environment.

During high school, Karina spent her summers volunteering at Performance Equine Vets. While she found hospital-related topics fascinating, her true passion was in Equine Reproduction. After recently graduating from high school, she began working full-time, where she holds the distinction of being the youngest assistant on the team.

In her free time, Karina enjoys reading, writing, and playing the guitar or piano. She also loves riding horses and spending time with her younger siblings after work.