Dr. Roy Hassoun
DVM, MVSC, BVSc, DISAMS, DSASBorn out of a fervent passion for veterinary care and a relentless pursuit of specialized knowledge, Dr. Roy Hassoun has risen to prominence in the field of veterinary surgery...
Dr. Laura Castillo
DVMDr Laura Marissi Castillo Ceballos is a veterinarian at Modern Vet JLT and has 8 years of experience practicing in the area of small animal medicine. Laura graduated with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2013 from Universidad Veracruzana.
Dr. Serhii Sadovskyi
DVMDr. Serhii was born in Kirovograd city, Ukraine. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in veterinary medicine from Bila Tserkva National Agrarian University in Ukraine in 2013.
Dr. Snezhana Pochkalina
DVMDr. Snezhana Pochkalina has been working as a Veterinarian at Modern Vet Palm for 16 years. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree in 2010 from the Kazan State Academy of Veterinary Medicine and has a current UAE veterinary license.
Dr. Artem Pavlyuchenko
DVMDr. Artem has a special interest in emergency and critical care. Dr. Artem was born in Moscow, Russia. After receiving his DVM degree from University, he began working as an emergency and critical care veterinarian.
Dr. Rowena Amador
DVMDr. Rowena was born and raised in the Philippines. Her love for animals started when she was just a little girl; this wasn’t surprising as she grew up surrounded by chickens, turtles, birds, and fish apart from the many dogs and cats that her family had as pets.
Dr. Muhammad Waseem Aslam
DVM, RVMP, GC-SAECC, EMSAVMDr. Waseem was born in Pakistan in an animal loving family with birds, poultry, cats, a dog, goats, buffalos, and cows. He obtained his early education from his hometown and then traveled to boarding school for his secondary education. Dr. Waseem received a prestigious provincial government scholarship in 2008 to study veterinary medicine at one of the top-ranked universities in Pakistan.
Dr. Krystel Tabet
DVM, MVScDr. Krystel Tabet is a senior veterinarian and general practitioner at Modern Vet's JVC location, who has worked as a veterinarian for 13 years. She graduated from the Lebanese University (DVM/MVSC) in 2013.
Dr. Patrick Jamous
DVM, MVScDr. Patrick Jamous joined Modern Vet in September 2022, bringing over a decade of veterinary expertise and a passion for delivering exceptional pet care. Originally from Lebanon, he earned his degree in Veterinary Medicine from the Lebanese University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, later enhancing his skills with a Small Animal Medicine General Practitioner certification in Cyprus.
Dr. Ramona Jazopolo
DVM, MVScDr. Ramona Jazopolo was born and raised in Beirut, Lebanon. At the young age of 13, she developed a passion for helping animals and started feeding stray dogs in the neighborhood. This passion turned into a lifelong commitment to animal welfare, and she volunteered with animal welfare NGOs for 5 years, rescuing stray animals all over the country.
Megan Taylor
BSc & PgDip.Megan Taylor is a highly trained veterinary physiotherapist based in Dubai, where she has lived and worked for the past six years. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Physiotherapy from Hanze University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands, followed by a Postgraduate Diploma in Veterinary Physiotherapy from Hartpury University in the United Kingdom.
Dr. Despina Hleiss
DVMDr. Despina was born and raised in Lebanon. She was raised in an environment at home and in her community to respect and adore all animals. Growing up, Dr. Despina had dogs, cats, and birds at home. It was her childhood dream to one day become a veterinarian in order to make a difference in the everyday lives of both pets and pet-parents.
FAQ
As a pet owner, you’ll want to ensure your pet’s vaccinations are up-to-date and that they have no health conditions. You should also bring along a list of all medications, supplements, and vitamins that your pet is taking. If possible, bring a copy of their medical records and questions about the appointment.
As a new pet owner, it can be hard to know when to make your first visit. If your dog is a puppy and has just been adopted, or if he’s older than three months, then you should probably call ahead and schedule an appointment at that time. If he gets sick while still young, it may take some time before his symptoms are severe enough for him to need a professional veterinary doctor. However, if there’s been an injury sustained during playtime with another animal (or human), this could mean that things have progressed further than expected. In both cases above: Your vet doctor for pets would probably recommend seeing them as soon as possible—but not necessarily right away!
A veterinary specialist is a veterinarian who has undergone additional training in a specific area of veterinary medicine and passed a certification examination. They work alongside your primary veterinarian to diagnose and treat complex medical conditions, offering advanced knowledge and skills for the best possible care of your pet.
A veterinarian, specifically trained in the care of dogs, is the doctor you should visit for your canine companion. They provide a wide range of services including vaccinations, wellness exams, treatment of illnesses and injuries, and guidance on nutrition and behavior to ensure your dog stays happy and healthy.
