Dr. Jolaine Polak was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska, where her passion for veterinary medicine began at an early age. Determined to turn her childhood dream into reality, she pursued higher education through the 2+2 University of Alaska Fairbanks and Colorado State University Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program, graduating in 2023. 

Following veterinary school, Dr. Polak completed a rotating internship at Michigan State University and a surgical internship at Nashville Veterinary Specialists before starting at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in 2025 as a Surgery House Officer. Dr. Polak aspires to become a board-certified surgeon and has a strong interest in both soft tissue and orthopedic surgery. 

Outside of the hospital, Dr. Polak enjoys spending time outdoors during the cooler months and reading and crafting when the weather turns warmer.