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Veterinarians

Practice Owner and Veterinarian – Gap and Lancaster (*limited practice)

  • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Zoology (University of Maryland, College Park)
  • Veterinary Degree: attended Ross University (St. Kitts) but completed her DVM degree at the University of Illinois
  • I joined Pine Creek Animal Hospital in: May 2018
  • My areas of professional interest include: Male cat cystitis / Perineal urethrostomy (PU), Ultrasound, and complicated medical cases and work-ups
  • My favorite animal / breed is: a well-behaved dog 🙂
  • My pets include: Darlene (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel), Euchre (Vizsla), Kiki, Fuzzball, and LC (cats), plus chickens and steers
  • Outside of work, I enjoy: spending time with my family, being outside, riding reining horses, hiking, traveling, and reading.
  • I want our clients to know: that our team is always here to help you!

Partner Veterinarian and Medical Director – Lancaster

  • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Russian, with a minor in Economics (University of Pennsylvania)
  • Veterinary Degree: University of Pennsylvania
  • I joined Pine Creek Animal Hospital in: November 2020
  • My areas of professional interest include: Surgery, Giant Dog Breeds, and Client Relations
  • My professional achievements include: practicing soft palate surgeries
  • My favorite animal / breed is: a Great Dane (duh.)
  • My pets include: Brisket, Chorizo, Scrapple, and Turducken (Danes), Chowder (Boston Terrier), Orzo (Pittie Mix), Queso (Westie), and Bord, Bruce, Bart, and Rabies (cats)
  • Outside of work, I enjoy: E-A-G-L-E-S football and gardening
  • I want our clients to know: my two mantras in life are (1) “Why bother if we’re not having fun?!” and (2) “Go Team!” (but also, “Go Birds!”)

Medical Director – Gap

  • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science (University of Arizona)
  • Veterinary Degree: University of Arizona
  • I am certified in: Fear Free and Feline-Friendly
  • I joined Pine Creek Animal Hospital in: January 2025
  • My areas of professional interest include: Clinical Pathology / Cytology, Feline Medicine, and Internal Medicine
  • My professional achievements include: being a regular on an “Ask the Vet” radio segment
  • My favorite animal / breed is: a mixed breed of cats
  • My pets include: four cats
  • Outside of work, I enjoy: running, playing video games, and spending time with my family
  • I want our clients to know: that I grew up and lived in Arizona for most of my life. I am new to this part of the country and am very excited for this new chapter in my life.

Associate Veterinarian – Gap

  • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science, with a minor in Entomology (University of Florida)
  • Veterinary Degree: University of Florida
  • I joined Pine Creek Animal Hospital in: July 2022
  • My areas of professional interest include: Surgery, Dermatology, and Ultrasound
  • My professional achievements include: how much my ultrasound and surgical skills have grown since I began at Pine Creek
  • My favorite animal / breed is: a tie between labradors and hounds (“Who doesn’t love happy swimming balls of energy and floppy lips and snoots!?”)
  • My pets include: JR (my coonhound mix) and Pasquale & Pignoli (my two guinea pigs)
  • Outside of work, I enjoy: gardening, baking sourdough bread, weightlifting, running, and gaming with my friends.
  • I want our clients to know: that I am blessed to work at Pine Creek with such wonderful people. (“Oh, and that my wife is a Large Animal Veterinarian Surgical Resident.”)

Associate Veterinarian – Gap and Lancaster

  • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences, and double-minored in Biology and Wildlife and Fisheries Science (Penn State University)
  • Veterinary Degree: Tufts University
  • I joined Pine Creek Animal Hospital in: July 2023
  • My areas of professional interest include: The “other” pets we have (the ones other than farm/food animals and dogs / cats), Dentistry, Radiography, and Cytology
  • My professional achievements include: membership in the Association of Reptile & Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV), Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians (AEMV), and Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV). I also volunteer to help in the rescue/shelter world; I’ve been vetting for Eliannie Animal Rescue since it was founded.
  • My favorite animal / breed is: different all the time. (“Currently, I’m obsessed with Giant Elephant Shrews because of their prehensile noses!”)
  • My pets include: 3 dogs, 4 cats, 5 guinea pigs, 2 rabbits, 2 snakes, a bearded dragon, a parrot, and a tarantula (but no partridge in a pear tree!)
  • Outside of work, I enjoy: gardening, reading, playing video games, crafting, hiking, hunting, and playing the drums
  • I want our clients to know: I’m a loud-mouthed drummer by nature, but I promise it’s not contagious (just genetic!) 🙂

Associate Veterinarian – Lancaster

  • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, with a minor in Studio Art
  • Veterinary Degree: Louisiana State University
  • I am certified in: Fear Free, Reiki, and (*just recently!*) Certified Veterinary Acupuncture
  • I joined Pine Creek Animal Hospital in: November 2023
  • My areas of professional interest include: Behavioral cases, Internal Medicine, Emergency/Critical Care, and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine
  • My professional achievements include: being able to celebrate scared pets with anxiety and trauma be able to heal, grow, and trust again
  • My favorite animal / breed is: difficult to choose, but I’ve a particular fondness for Japanese Chins
  • My pets include: our dog, LoLo, and our cats, Bananas and Doug
  • Outside of work, I enjoy: gardening and growing orchids, playing video games (especially Zelda and Mario titles), visiting Longwood Gardens and the Baltimore Aquarium, and working on my art
  • I want our clients to know: I can be won over with a Matcha or chai latte. 🙂

Associate Veterinarian – Gap

  • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Sciences (University of Delaware)
  • Veterinary Degree: Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University
  • I joined Pine Creek Animal Hospital in: December 2023
  • My areas of professional interest include: Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Oncology
  • My professional achievements include: participating in a World Vets program in Nicaragua during veterinary school. World Vets provides veterinary services, disaster relief, and training programs to underserved areas worldwide. 
  • My favorite animal / breed is: a greyhound (“They are sweet couch potatoes and typically pristine veterinary patients!”)
  • My pets include: Kea, a greyhound
  • Outside of work, I enjoy: spending time with my family, reading, coloring, puzzles and working out
  • I want our clients to know: while I work part time, as I have two young children and cherish my work-life balance, I truly care deeply about the wellbeing of my clients and patients.

Associate Veterinarian – Gap

  • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Science Degree in Veterinary Medical Technology, with a minor in Biology (Wilson College) 
  • Veterinary Degree: St. Georges University
  • I joined Pine Creek Animal Hospital in: June 2018 (as an assistant, and continued to work over summer and winter breaks)
  • My areas of professional interest include: Pocket Pet / Companion Medicine, Diagnostic and Advanced Imaging, and Contributing to Innovation and Compassionate Care in Lancaster County
  • My professional achievements include: holding several positions throughout my continued education, including biology tutor and veterinary student advisor (at Wilson), along with being an epidemiology tutor (at St. Georges).
  • My favorite animal / breed is: a pangolin, as I care deeply for their conservation. (“These little artichokes are the poster children for poaching and trafficking awareness.”)
  • My pets include: a little island dog I brought home from Grenada. Her legal name is Pennsylvania Dutch Eggnog… but she answers to Eggy.
  • Outside of work, I enjoy: hiking, archery, fishing, and gaming
  • I want our clients to know: that I’m committed to providing the highest standard of care for every patient, while also being mindful of each family’s unique needs and concerns. I believe in open communication, collaboration, and compassion at every step.

Associate Veterinarian – Lancaster

  • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science, with a minor in Chemistry (Berry College)
  • Veterinary Degree: Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine
  • I joined Pine Creek Animal Hospital in: November 2024
  • My areas of professional interest include: Soft Tissue Surgery, Geriatric Medicine, and the “Super Fun Stuff”
  • My favorite animal / breed is: <blank> (“There’s no way I could pick just one!”)
  • Outside of work, I enjoy: hiking, cooking, baking, and reading
  • I want our clients to know: that I will always try my best for your pets!

Associate Veterinarian – Lancaster

  • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, with minors in American Literature and German (Lehigh University)
  • Veterinary Degree: University of Pennsylvania
  • I joined Pine Creek Animal Hospital in: December 2022
  • My areas of professional interest include: Internal Medicine, Soft Tissue Surgeries (especially Foreign Body Removals), and Client Education using Reputable Sources
  • My favorite animal / breed is: a pit bull terrier mix (“They’re sweet and dumb and so very affectionate!”)
  • My pets include: Nigerian Dwarf goats, cats, and a pittie for good measure
  • Outside of work, I enjoy: traveling, snorkeling, hiking, and native plant gardening
  • I want our clients to know: that I’m willing to do the research to find the best treatment options for your fur-babies.

Associate Veterinarian – Gap and Lancaster

  • Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Biotechnology & Conservation, with a minor in Psychology (Delaware Valley College)
  • Veterinary Degree: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • I joined Pine Creek Animal Hospital in: April 2023
  • My areas of professional interest include: Battling the pet overpopulation through spays and neuters, Being a Cat Whisperer, and Fear Free Training and Implementation during Appointments
  • My professional achievements include: becoming efficient with spays and neuters (“I can spay a cat in an average of 6 minutes!”)
  • My favorite animal / breed is: a cat. (“They are my people.”)
  • My pets include: 4 feline housemates
  • Outside of work, I enjoy: hiking, kayaking, creating and crafting items (jewelry, cat products, and funky décor) for my small craft business, and reading romantasy books
  • I want our clients to know: that after over a decade of veterinary experience, I pride myself on understanding a patient and client’s lifestyle in order to make informed decisions. I’m an active listener while being gentle and patient with the pets I care for.

Executive Team

Amanda, CVT
Director of Education and Development
Becky
Director of Community Relations
Lis
Director of Finance
Karen
Practice Facilitator

Management Team

April
Lead Veterinary Assistant - Lancaster
Ashley
Practice Manager - Gap
Becca
Lead Client Service Representative - Lancaster
Bree, CVIP, Elite FFCP Level 2 (Vet)
Senior Inventory Manager - Gap
Jessie, CVT
Lead Certified Veterinary Technician - Gap
Lois
Lead Client Service Representative - Gap
Ria
Inventory Manager - Lancaster
Sarah, CVT
Practice Manager - Lancaster
Tabitha
Assistant Lead Client Service Representative - Gap
Pancake
Office Supervisor and Official Greeter - Gap

Technicians and Veterinary Assistants

Allison, CVT
Gap
Briana, CVT
Gap
Brianna, CVT
Lancaster
Jennifer, CVT
Gap
Jodi, CVT
Lancaster
Kimmy, CVT
Gap
Nadine, CVT
Lead Surgery Technician - Lancaster
Shaina, CVT
Gap and Lancaster
Audrey
Lancaster
Becky
Gap
Brian
Lancaster
Calvin
Lancaster
Chloe
Gap
Denise
Gap
Jess
Lancaster
Laura
Lancaster
Lily
Lancaster
Mandy
Gap
Missy
Lancaster
Natasha
Gap
Naomi
Gap and Lancaster
Rylee
Lancaster
Seth
Gap
Brandie Kasper
In Memoriam - Gap

Client Service Representatives (CSR)

Carly
Gap
Jian
Lancaster
Lori
Gap
Sara, VRCE
Lancaster
Tara
Lancaster