About Us
Animal Medical Center of Pennsylvania, LLC was established in 1998 by Dr. Christina Livingston as the Animal Medical Center of Central PA, located at 218 North Grove Street, Lock Haven. Within a few years, the practice outgrew this facility and expanded operations to the current location, 7996 Nittany Valley Drive, Mill Hall under the name, Animal Medical Center of Nittany Valley.
Animal Medical Center of Nittany Valley is now owned by Dr. Lance Kramer, VMD. In July 2022, after three years as an associate veterinarian, “Dr. Lance” purchased the practice from longtime owner, Dr. Christina Livingston. Dr. Lance is grateful to continue the tradition of quality care and compassionate veterinary care at Animal Medical Center of Nittany Valley.
Meet Our Staff
Dr. Lance Kramer, VMD, Veterinarian/Owner
Dr. Lance Kramer, VMD is a 2017 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. In July 2022, after three years as an associate veterinarian, he purchased Animal Medical Center of Nittany Valley from longtime owner, Dr. Christina Livingston. Dr. Lance is a native of Mill Hall, PA and a 2007 graduate of Central Mountain High School. Prior to joining the AMC staff, he was a mixed species veterinarian at Big Valley Animal Hospital in Reedsville, PA for two years. Dr. Lance earned his bachelor’s degree in animal science from The Pennsylvania State University (2011) and an associates degree in computer and electrical engineering from The Pennsylvania College of Technology (2009). Dr. Lance is married to Anna (Antram) Kramer. The Kramers have two children, Leah and Owen, and three dogs. An avid outdoorsman, Dr. Lance enjoys tending to his many fruit trees, hunting and spending time in nature with his family. The Kramers currently reside in Bellefonte, PA.
Associate Veterinarian
Christina Livingston, DVM, is a 1995 graduate of Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine and the founder of Animal Medical Center of Nittany Valley. Dr. Livingston graduated from Bald Eagle Nittany High School in 1979 and from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1983 with a bachelor’s degree in music. After a short stint teaching music for the Northern Tioga School District, she returned to college at Mansfield University to complete the prerequisites for veterinary college. Taking the “long way around” has never been a regret for her. She was employed by the Wellsboro Small Animal Hospital as an associate veterinarian before returning to Clinton County to start Animal Medical Center of Central Pennsylvania, originally on Grove Street in Lock Haven, PA. Dr. Livingston’s pet family includes: Pejjo, a retired Army IED canine, German Shepherd, Asher, Golden Retriever mix, Kiki, Yorkshire Terrier who adores her husband and Brownie, a truly brown cat who earned himself a spot indoors after going missing for 10 days one winter
Carrie Peters, Office Manager
Carrie has been employed at AMC since 2006, first as a veterinary assistant and now as the office manager. When not keeping things running smoothly as AMC, Carrie enjoys hiking, driving through the mountains and camping at her favorite park, R.B. Winter. Carrie has one daughter and lives with her husband and two energetic Labrador Retrievers in the countryside.
Shelly Hoover, Certified Veterinary Technician
Shelly graduated from Manor College in 2003 with an associate degree in veterinary technology. After two years in a referral practice, Shelly joined AMC in 2003. When not lending her excellent skills to her patients and coworkers, Shelly enjoys being outdoors, reading and caring for her own dogs and cats.
Jamie Simcox, Veterinary Assistant
Jamie first joined the AMC staff in 1999! When not sharing her 22+ years of knowledge and care with clients and patients, Jamie can be found gardening and cooking. Jamie enjoys spending time with her family and caring for her chickens, cats and dogs at home.
Kayla Rhinehart, Veterinary Assistant
Kayla joined AMC in 2014 as a veterinary assistant and is employed full time with AMC. Kayla is a source of leadership and knowledge on the team! When not at work, she enjoys movies, the outdoors and caring for own cats.
Rosie Hopkins, Veterinary Assistant
Rosie is employed as a full time veterinary assistant. After some time away from the practice, Rosie rejoined the AMC staff in 2021. When not supporting her coworkers and clients at AMC, Rosie enjoys spending time with her family and own pets at home.
Mackenzie Craven, Veterinary Assistant
Mackenzie joined the AMC team in 2021 and is employed full time as a veterinary assistant. Mackenzie brings a fun spirit to the office and is a true animal lover!
Taryn Kimball, Veterinary Assistant /Kennel Attendant
Taryn began with AMC in 2018 as a part time veterinary assistant and kennel attendant. When not supporting AMC as a true team player, Taryn keeps busy studying for a degree in Psychology from Lock Haven University.
Debby Snow, Reception
Debby joined the team in 2021 as a part time receptionist. Rejoining the workforce after retirement, Debby betters AMC with kindness and lots of homemade treats to share with her coworkers. Debby has three grown children and two dogs: “Buddy, our black labrador and my husband’s “Best Buddy” and Giles, a pug, and my ever constant shadow”
Bria Pacella, Veterinary Assistant
Bria is a 2022 graduate of Bellefonte Area High School and now attends The Pennsylvania State University. Bria aspires to a career in veterinary medicine. When not working or studying, Bria enjoys competitive horseback riding with her horse, McCoy. Bria has many pets at home, but her horse McCoy, german shepherd, Giana, and cat, Nyx, are truly hers.
Anna Kramer, Business Administration
Anna provides business administration support to AMC. Anna, the wife of Dr. Lance Kramer, is new to the world of veterinary medicine, as she is primarily employed as a social worker. Anna is a 2007 graduate of Central Mountain High School and is also a graduate of Slippery Rock University (2010) and Widener University (Master of Social Work, 2013). Anna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and works as a school social worker, primarily in Centre county. More than anything, Anna enjoys spending time with Dr. Lance and their children: Leah and Owen!