Brilliant Bacteria
Reef Hobbyist Magazine
This article found on page 12 deals with the roles of bacteria in the Marine Ecosystem, specifically with nitrogen cycling, enzymes and colony growth. Numerous species are discussed with a biological emphasis. Bacteria relate to everything around us to sit back and enjoy the read!
https://issuu.com/reefhobbyistmagazine/docs/7d3d5bcad324d3edc08e40738e663554-q1
Laboratory Animal Science Professional (LAS Pro)
Establishment of a HEPA Filtration Positive Pressure Cleanroom to House Immunodeficient Transgenic Rabbits Shayne M. Ballou BSc, MBM, DVM, Jun Song, Ph.D., Jie Xu, Ph.D., and Patrick A. Lester, DVM, MS, DACLAM
Dr. Shayne M. Ballou
MBM DVM
Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. B is a veterinary doctor with over a decade of experience in veterinary practice, including multiple publications to his name and ownership if 2 veterinary facilities. Dr. B is dedicated to continuously improving his clinics, whether it be aesthetics or operational efficiency, and keeping clients informed on their pet’s health in terms they can understand- without having to get a DVM! In his free time, Dr. B enjoys working on old cars, scuba diving, naps with his beloved dog Skunks, and blowing up the work group chat with jokes & riddles. From providing excellent patient care for pets, to fixing his employee’s cars, or even hopping on the roof to patch a leak, Dr. B is at your service to do it all.
Dr. B’s generous & can-do attitude pushes him to always be there for pets, clients and staff alike- though his employees theorize he hasn’t had a full nights rest since taking over the clinics!
Education
- Residency, University of Michigan; Comparative Anatomy and Lab Animal Medicine (1 year completed)- 2018
- D.V.M, St. Matthews University/University of Illinois-2016
- M.B.M, Davenport University, Masters of Business Management-2016
- B.B.A, Davenport University, Bachelor of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration- 2013
- B.S.c, Michigan State University, Bachelors of Science in Zoology- 2012
Hobbies and Interests
Scuba diving, traveling, saltwater fish tanks, working on old cars (89″ Jimny, 05 L61 ecotech) Boat life! 26′ Sea ray Sundancer!
Publications
Poriferans Galore
Reef Hobbyist Magazine
Article begins on Pg. 14 and deals with Sponge physiology, reproduction and requirements for care in a captive marine setting.
https://issuu.com/reefhobbyistmagazine/docs/488b084119a1c7a4950f00706ec7ea16-ve
Diversify Now
Reef Hobbyist Magazine
Article beings on Pg. 28 and takes a deeper look at the diversity found within a captive marine setting, and makes stability recommendations based on improving diversity via ecological, chemical and physical variables.
https://issuu.com/reefhobbyistmagazine/docs/ffc58105bf6f8a91aba0fa2d99e6f106-ve
Pumping Iron
Reef Hobbyist Magazine; Print (English and Mandarin languages) and PDF online
Article begins on Pg. 12 and gives an intraspecific view on Iron limitation and overabundance in the captive marine setting and its possible implications on nuisance algal growth, when other nutrients are under strict control.
https://issuu.com/reefhobbyistmagazine/docs/a4380923dd651c195b1631af7c829187-ve
Dr. Fouad Elmiusrati
MBM DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. F is a veterinary doctor with training and experience in small animal medicine and surgery, anesthesia, radiology, equine dentistry and food animal medicine. He has completed clinical training and shadowing in multiple international veterinary institutions, including programs in Costa Rica and Ecuador, as well as clinical experience in the United States. Dr. F is passionate about veterinary medicine, animal welfare, and helping pet owners provide the best care for their animals. He is currently practicing veterinary medicine while continuing to expand his clinical knowledge and professional development.
In his free time, he enjoys archery, cooking, swimming, traveling, and spending quality time with his family. He values learning new skills and continuously working to improve both personally and professionally.
Dr. F’s patient, kind, and warm personality makes him a beloved member of our hospital by both staff and clients alike!
Meet the Team
Dr. Shayne Ballou
Owner, Veterinarian
Dr. B is a veterinary doctor with over a decade of experience in veterinary practice, including multiple publications to his name and ownership if 2 veterinary facilities. Dr. B is dedicated to continuously improving his clinics, whether it be aesthetics or operational efficiency, and keeping clients informed on their pet’s health in terms they can understand- without having to get a DVM! In his free time, Dr. B enjoys working on old cars, scuba diving, naps with his beloved dog Skunks, and blowing up the work group chat with jokes & riddles. From providing excellent patient care for pets, to fixing his employee’s cars, or even hopping on the roof to patch a leak, Dr. B is at your service to do it all.
Dr. B’s generous & can-do attitude pushes him to always be there for pets, clients and staff alike- though his employees theorize he hasn’t had a full nights rest since taking over the clinics!
Dr. Fouad Elmiusrati
Veterinarian
Dr. F is a veterinary doctor with training and experience in small animal medicine and surgery, anesthesia, radiology, equine dentistry and food animal medicine. He has completed clinical training and shadowing in multiple international veterinary institutions, including programs in Costa Rica and Ecuador, as well as clinical experience in the United States. Dr. F is passionate about veterinary medicine, animal welfare, and helping pet owners provide the best care for their animals. He is currently practicing veterinary medicine while continuing to expand his clinical knowledge and professional development.
In his free time, he enjoys archery, cooking, swimming, traveling, and spending quality time with his family. He values learning new skills and continuously working to improve both personally and professionally.
Dr. F’s patient, kind, and warm personality makes him a beloved member of our hospital by both staff and clients alike!
Dr. A
Veterinarian
Dr. F is a veterinary doctor with training and experience in small animal medicine and surgery, anesthesia, radiology, equine dentistry and food animal medicine. He has completed clinical training and shadowing in multiple international veterinary institutions, including programs in Costa Rica and Ecuador, as well as clinical experience in the United States. Dr. F is passionate about veterinary medicine, animal welfare, and helping pet owners provide the best care for their animals. He is currently practicing veterinary medicine while continuing to expand his clinical knowledge and professional development.
In his free time, he enjoys archery, cooking, swimming, traveling, and spending quality time with his family. He values learning new skills and continuously working to improve both personally and professionally.
Dr. F’s patient, kind, and warm personality makes him a beloved member of our hospital by both staff and clients alike!
Emily
Clinic Manager & Lead Veterinary Technician
Izzy
Veterinary Assistant
Shy
Veterinary Technician
Haley
Veterinary Technician
Dr. Dog & Clinic Cat
While Skunks is eager to escape to the lobby and greet patients, Mia prefers to stay in the back to keep boarding pets company and enjoy a good nap. They can most often be found relaxing in the doctors office while we’re hard at work tending to patients.
Skunks’ hobbies include escape artistry, attacking shoelaces and pestering Mia, whereas Mia’s favorite pastimes are snuggles from staff and successfully ignoring Skunks attempt’s to interrupt her naps.
