About Us...
Dr. Yates graduated from the University of Georgia's College of Veterinary Medicine and spent his first couple of years as a veterinarian in a very rural area of north Georgia. There, his patients consisted of dogs, cats, hamsters, snakes, emus, cattle, pigs, horses, rabbits...you probably get the picture! From there, he joined the United States Army where he not only practiced veterinary medicine on the military pets, mascots, horses and working dogs, but also did a vast amount of food inspection for our troops and inspection of incoming vehicles onto military bases for potential sources of biocontamination. While in the military, Dr. Yates spent time stationed in Texas, Oklahoma and North Carolina as well as assisting in the U.S. evacuation of Panama and the occupation of Bosnia-Herzgovenia. He earned his Emergency Field Medic Badge the first year in the service. After his work with the military, Dr. Yates came to the Finger Lakes region of New York to work for Dr. Jack Wright of Phelps Veterinary Hospital where he stayed for 7 years, until Dr. Wright's death in 2009. Upon leaving Phelps Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Yates started The Country Vet at the kitchen table of his home, expanded out into his garage and then into the "Old Alexander's store" where it is currently located until the clinic outgrows the building.
Dr. Yates is experienced in many types of surgery, emergency medicine and ultrasonography as well as preventative medicine and care. He is well-known for his calm, easy-going demeanor and honesty with his clients.
When Dr. Yates is not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Janelle, and their four children, hiking, camping and "fixing" things at home!
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2291 State Rte. 21
Canandaigua, NY 14424
585-412-6055
Dr. Travis Yates & Dr. Michael Casale
Dr. Travis Yates
Nancy McMichael Gruschow, LVT
Nancy is our Licensed Veterinary Technician, and has been working in the veterinary field for 14 years. Nancy graduated from SUNY Delhi and came to The Country Vet from Lakeshore Animal Hospital in Geneva.
Nancy is in the process of remodeling her circa 1800's Rushville farmhouse with her husband, Todd. She enjoys 4 wheeling, hiking, wildlife and spending time with her family. Nancy has a daughter and 2 beautiful grandchildren who visit her often.
Dr. Michael Casale
Dr. Casale comes to the Country Vet from Canandaigua Veterinary Hospital where he worked for 9 years. Upon leaving Canandaigua Veterinary, Dr. Casale wanted to be able to practice veterinary medicine in his community without the high sales pressure of so many of today's "corporate" practices. His philosophy meshed well with the goals of The Country Vet. Dr. Casale attended Manhattan College and the Royal University of Bologna, Italy. He has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology previous to his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Casale's favorite area of veterinary medicine is dentistry.
Dr. Casale is married to Katherine, a marketing specialist, and they have three grown children, Michael, Ronni and Jenni, and a growing house-full of grandchildren. In his spare time, Dr. Casale enjoys gardening, woodworking and studying history.
Dr. Casale is married to Katherine, a marketing specialist, and they have three grown children, Michael, Ronni and Jenni, and a growing house-full of grandchildren. In his spare time, Dr. Casale enjoys gardening, woodworking and studying history.
Stephanie Coffey
Amanda Button
Amy Eagle
Stephanie is
a graduate of Red Jacket and Finger Lakes community college, with a AS in
psychology.She is currently attending
Penn Foster College majoring in Veterinary technology. Stephanie enjoys reading a great deal. Some
of her favorite authors include Jodi Picoult, Cathy Lamb, Stephenie Meyer, and
Jane Austen. She is a big fan of the New England Patriots and enjoys going to
see them play! Stephanie also likes to travel , with Boston, Reno, Vegas,
Orlando and San Francisco being some of her favorite places. She also has a
chocolate Lab named Holly and loves spending time with her niece Meredith and
her nephew Brady.
