MEET OUR DOCTORS
Dr. Abbie Ballard
D.C., C.A.C.C.P., CFMP
Dr. Abbie (Fox) Ballard was born and raised on a farm in Shelbyville, Illinois. Knowing that she wanted to be a doctor, she decided to get a jump on her education and took her first classes through Lake Land College when she was just 15. She continued night classes and summer school through Lake Land before enrolling in the Pre-Medicine program at SIU-Carbondale in 2003.
While earning her first Bachelor of Science degree in Carbondale, she worked as a research assistant for Dr. Michael Collard and Dr. Jodi Huggenvik, studying cancer and gene mapping in their labs. She also worked as a pharmacy technician for Wal-Mart, dispensing medications to hundreds of people each day.
It was through these experiences with medicine, and the science behind the medicine, that Dr. Ballard started to change her belief system about “healthcare” and traditional medicine. Prescribing and dispensing pills that address chronic symptoms without addressing the cause of disease and illness gave her pause.
Her search for better options to regain and maintain health and wellness lead Dr. Ballard to Logan College of Chiropractic where she earned a second Bachelor’s degree, as well as her Doctorate of Chiropractic (D.C.). During her 3 years at Logan, Dr. Ballard completed additional internships in Radiology and Rehabilitation. She also completed postgraduate certification programs in Acupuncture and as an Internal Health Specialist.
Since graduation Dr. Ballard has completed 200 hours in pediatrics to become a Certified Pediatric Chiropractor. Dr. Ballard also completed her certification in Functional Medicine, board eligible through the American Clnical Board of Nutrition, and pursuing additional education in Functional Immunology to better help patients with autoimmune disease.
Dr. Chrissy Reed
D.C.
Dr. Chrissy Reed’s story started on a farm, where she learned early the value of hard work, patience, and trusting the rhythms of life. Strong faith and interest in the innate intelligence of the human body ultimately led her to pursue a career in holistic healthcare. She earned her doctorate from Logan University, where she studied to become a chiropractic physician with a strong foundation in neurologically focused, family-centered care. Currently she is pursuing her pediatric certification.
She has two daughters, Emelia and Kellisa, born just 18 months apart, always keeping her on her toes. After experiencing two natural home births herself, Dr. Reed brings both clinical expertise and deep empathy to her care, especially when supporting pregnant mamas and brand-new babies.
She joined Dr. Ballard officially in 2025, but they have known each other for years and it became obvious over time, they were on the same mission, just in different locations. Now that she’s with BFC, she helps our patients remove the interference that gets in the way of the body’s natural ability to heal. Whether she’s adjusting a newborn, supporting a postpartum mama, or helping a whole family feel more connected, Dr. Reed is all in. She loves watching families grow—especially when she gets to help their nervous systems stay fully connected every step of the way. When she’s not at the office, you’ll likely find her wrangling her daughters, loving on her cows, or soaking up the slower, sweeter moments of motherhood.