BCAH Team

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Dr. Sainsbury has always known a passion and love for animals. When she was only 3 years old her mother was alarmed to find her petting her uncle’s bull while he munched on hay; seemingly enjoying the curious toddler talking to him! As a young child, she managed to convince her dad while trick or treating to take a “free puppy” from a house. This is the dog she knew as a constant companion until sadly, he was put to rest at the ripe-old-age of 16! 

She chose to open the Byron Center Animal Hospital in 2006 with the goal of providing all animals with the highest quality, most compassionate care possible. She is extremely dedicated to her patients and human care-givers and feels very strongly that like us, our pets deserve the optimum in health and happiness. She thrives on the bond she creates with both her patients and clients! 

Prior to opening the Byron Center Animal Hospital, Dr. Stephanie worked doing emergency and critical care at a 24 hour care facility. She completed her undergraduate degree from Lake Superior State University and veterinary degree from the Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, Ontario. Her hometown is in Canada, but she now lives here with her husband, Jeff, who has always called Grand Rapids home. They have one son, Zach, that they welcomed into their family in 2013. To keep him company, they have Cliff, a rescued mastiff mix, and a cat named Jack. Dr. Sainsbury loves to watch Zach giggle and play with his four-legged siblings! In her spare time, Dr. Sainsbury enjoys mountain bike racing, hiking and reading. She has always had a love of the outdoors and nature. Whenever she is able, she will gather up Zach, Cliff and Jeff and head outside! 

Dr. Phoebe Miedema joined BCAH in August 2018.  Dr. Phoebe grew up in Portage, Michigan and has always had a deep-rooted love of animals and a passion for the human-animal bond.  She grew up showing horses in 4-H, a hobby that carried over to the MSU Equestrian team during her undergraduate years.  

Dr. Phoebe and her husband Alex enjoy spending time outside together.  On the weekend, they can usually be found on the lake, hiking or in Spartan Stadium for MSU football games.  They have one dog, Bailey, a foxhound mix who knows every trick in the book!  Dr. Miedema also has a Quarter Horse gelding named Zip and enjoys trail riding in Northern Michigan.

Dr. Phoebe attended Michigan State University for both undergraduate and veterinary school.  She found her true passion in small animal medicine during her final year of clinical rotations with a special interest in behavior, and internal medicine.  Before joining the team at BCAH, she practiced at a small animal hospital in North Muskegon.  Dr. Phoebe is committed to helping your pet live a long, healthy, happy life and is excited to meet you and your four-legged companion!

Dr. Gammon is from Petoskey, Michigan and after completing a Biology degree at and running for Hope College (GO DUTCH!), she obtained her veterinary degree from Michigan State University (GO GREEN!). She returned to West Michigan and practiced for a couple years before joining the BCAH team in 2020.

Dr. Gammon’s veterinary interests include preventative medicine, surgery, and ultrasound. She is a member of the Michigan and American Veterinary Medical Associations. She enjoys partnering with Christian Veterinary Mission to provide care for animals and people around the world and loves any opportunity to practice her Spanish.

In her free time, Dr. Gammon is very active: you can find her running, biking, swimming, and cross- country skiing. She loves to swing dance and is learning to play the ukulele (although not very well). She is a part of the Grand Rapids Catholic Community. Dr. Gammon grew up with Golden Retrievers and is now fostering/training a PAWS With A Cause black lab named Ambrose. 

  Bethany joined our team in the summer of 2019 and her extensive experience in the field has further elevated the care we provide to our patients. 

Bethany became interested in veterinary medicine in high school and began college with that major. During that time, she started working as a veterinary assistant at a clinic in Hastings, Michigan, and stayed there for over four years. While at this clinic, Bethany learned her love for the nursing and laboratory aspects of the field and enrolled in Michigan State University's Veterinary Technology program. Upon graduating with her bachelor's degree in 2010, Bethany joined a clinic in Owosso as a licensed technician and stayed there for nine years. She grew professionally and came to love the clientele and patients in Owosso. 

Companion medicine and veterinary nursing are a passion of Bethany’s; however, she also loves spending time off the job on a few hobbies. When she is not caring for your furry family, she is at home with her cockapoo Benji, her cat Rosie, her husband Aaron, and their five children. Bethany’s family just recently moved back to the area and are excited to begin a new chapter of life here. Bethany and her family enjoy camping, kayaking, visiting extended family and occasionally going on road trips together. Bethany is happy to become a part of the BCAH family and looks forward to getting to know and care for your beloved pets.  

Kati joined BCAH in September of 2021. She has been in the field of Veterinary medicine for 14 years. As a little girl growing up in Brighton MI on 3 acres she was always helping whatever injured four legged creature that crossed her path. Kati graduated from Baker College in 2009 with a degree in Applied Science thereafter, completed her board exams to become an LVT.  

At work Kati's interest include surgery, client communications and building relationships over the years with pets and their owners. Kati also loves any senior pet that walks through the doors.  "I'm a sucker grey faces!"  Kati shares her home with her husband Jeremy along with her two boys, Dominic and Gavin. They have two rescues, Jackson a senior cockapoo and Piper their spunky three legged kitty.  

In her spare time she enjoys being outdoors, singing, playing piano and photography.   Kati explains, "I'm very excited to be here at BCAH. It's very refreshing to work with a group that truly understands and embraces what teamwork is all about!"   She says it's one of the reasons that drew her to our team.  Here she is photographed with Jasmine her family pet who is 17 years young!

I have always had a deep love and connection with animals. The kittens I found in the hay barn as a young child were my best friends. My childhood veterinarian was my hero. He worked with me from cleaning kennels to working my way up to veterinary assistant. 

After he retired I accepted a job that allowed me to travel all over the United States, however, I always longed to be back working in the veterinary field. Luckily, I have found that with the Byron Center Animal Hospital. From the amazing and talented doctors here to the wonderfully welcoming and patient staff who have already taught me so much! We all share in the desire to compassionately care for our clients and patients. 

I now reside in Northview Grand Rapids with my husband John and princess puppy Dorian. I have two sons Desmond and Caleb and a very sassy granddaughter Athena.