Our Staff
Doris R. LaFaver, DVM
B.S. degree in Animal Science from the University of Maryland (1993.), DVM degree from The Ohio State University (1998).
Veterinarian/Owner
Dr. LaFaver has been an associate veterinarian with Clearview Animal Hospital since she graduated from The Ohio State University of Veterinary Medicine in 1998 (O-H...I-O). She did her undergraduate studies in Animal Sciences at the University of Maryland in College Park - Go Terps! She enjoys all aspects of her job, but especially educating clients on preventative care and performing soft tissue surgery. She loves helping all furry pets, including bunnies, guinea pigs and other "pocket pets", feel better and stay healthy. She is originally from the Reading area, but she and her family have called Hanover their home since moving from Ohio in 1998. When she is not at the clinic, Dorie enjoys spending time with her family and her own pets (a bunny named Jack and a Chihuahua named Siggy), reading, cooking/baking and doing crafts. Dr. LaFaver is very excited to have taken over ownership of Clearview Animal Hospital in April of 2021 and looks forward to many more years of working with Hanover's pets!
B.S. degree in Animal Science from the University of Maryland (1993.), DVM degree from The Ohio State University (1998).
Veterinarian/Owner
Dr. LaFaver has been an associate veterinarian with Clearview Animal Hospital since she graduated from The Ohio State University of Veterinary Medicine in 1998 (O-H...I-O). She did her undergraduate studies in Animal Sciences at the University of Maryland in College Park - Go Terps! She enjoys all aspects of her job, but especially educating clients on preventative care and performing soft tissue surgery. She loves helping all furry pets, including bunnies, guinea pigs and other "pocket pets", feel better and stay healthy. She is originally from the Reading area, but she and her family have called Hanover their home since moving from Ohio in 1998. When she is not at the clinic, Dorie enjoys spending time with her family and her own pets (a bunny named Jack and a Chihuahua named Siggy), reading, cooking/baking and doing crafts. Dr. LaFaver is very excited to have taken over ownership of Clearview Animal Hospital in April of 2021 and looks forward to many more years of working with Hanover's pets!
Elizabeth A. Hochreiter, DVM
B.S. degree in Biology from James Madison University (2008), DVM degree from Ross University of Veterinary Medicine (2013).
Associate Veteriarian
Dr. Beth Hochreiter joined Clearview Animal Hospital in the fall of 2018. She is a graduate of Ross University and completed clinical coursework at Oklahoma State University. After that, she completed an internship at the University of Missouri. Prior to working at Clearview, Dr. Hochreiter worked in private practice for several years. She has a background in both small animal and equine medicine. She enjoys most aspects of veterinary medicine, but in particular ophthalmology and senior care.
B.S. degree in Biology from James Madison University (2008), DVM degree from Ross University of Veterinary Medicine (2013).
Associate Veteriarian
Dr. Beth Hochreiter joined Clearview Animal Hospital in the fall of 2018. She is a graduate of Ross University and completed clinical coursework at Oklahoma State University. After that, she completed an internship at the University of Missouri. Prior to working at Clearview, Dr. Hochreiter worked in private practice for several years. She has a background in both small animal and equine medicine. She enjoys most aspects of veterinary medicine, but in particular ophthalmology and senior care.
Cindy Hunt, VMD
B.S Degree from Univ. of Scranton, Master's in Animal Science from Penn State, VMD degree from the University of Pennsylvania (1986)., Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Cynthia Hunt earned her Bachelor's degree of science from the University of Scranton, a Master's in Animal Science from Penn State and her veterinary degree (VMD) from the University of Pennsylvania. She moved to the Littlestown area in 1988 with her husband Phil, who is also a veterinarian, board certified in reproduction and worked on horses. (Phil is now retired). Cindy joined the Clearview staff in early 1989 and we are so happy that she has been here since! Her favorite area of interest is internal medicine.
Dr. Hunt has two sons. The furry part of the family includes Gus a very sweet labradoodle, Merlin her cat and Peggy, Parfait and Homer her 3 horses. Free time is enjoyed riding Homer, working in the barn or yard or with a good book!
B.S Degree from Univ. of Scranton, Master's in Animal Science from Penn State, VMD degree from the University of Pennsylvania (1986)., Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Cynthia Hunt earned her Bachelor's degree of science from the University of Scranton, a Master's in Animal Science from Penn State and her veterinary degree (VMD) from the University of Pennsylvania. She moved to the Littlestown area in 1988 with her husband Phil, who is also a veterinarian, board certified in reproduction and worked on horses. (Phil is now retired). Cindy joined the Clearview staff in early 1989 and we are so happy that she has been here since! Her favorite area of interest is internal medicine.
Dr. Hunt has two sons. The furry part of the family includes Gus a very sweet labradoodle, Merlin her cat and Peggy, Parfait and Homer her 3 horses. Free time is enjoyed riding Homer, working in the barn or yard or with a good book!
Crystal J. Shank, DVM
B.A. degree from Augustana College; Rock Island, Illinois (2003)., DVM degree from the University of Illinois (2007).
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Crystal Shank has moved to the Hanover area from the Midwest and has been an integral part of Clearview Animal Hospital since 2008. She has interests in small animal internal medicine and surgery. Prior to coming to work at Clearview, Dr. Shank was a mixed animal veterinarian in Northern PA.
B.A. degree from Augustana College; Rock Island, Illinois (2003)., DVM degree from the University of Illinois (2007).
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Crystal Shank has moved to the Hanover area from the Midwest and has been an integral part of Clearview Animal Hospital since 2008. She has interests in small animal internal medicine and surgery. Prior to coming to work at Clearview, Dr. Shank was a mixed animal veterinarian in Northern PA.
Courtney Strausbaugh, CVBL
Courtney is our dedicated office manager and has been a part of the Clearview Animal Hospital team since 2007. She recently received her CVBL certification (Certified Veterinary Business Leader - we are so proud!), and her favorite part of being a technician is the relationships she is able to build with the clients and their families. When not working, she enjoys spending time with her son Jayden and all of their pets.
Courtney is our dedicated office manager and has been a part of the Clearview Animal Hospital team since 2007. She recently received her CVBL certification (Certified Veterinary Business Leader - we are so proud!), and her favorite part of being a technician is the relationships she is able to build with the clients and their families. When not working, she enjoys spending time with her son Jayden and all of their pets.
Jessica Weaver, CVT
Jessica graduated from DeSales University with a major in Biology and minor in Chemistry in
2011. She went on to graduate from Wilson College in 2013 with a Bachelor of Veterinary
Medical Technology. We are so happy that she decided to become part of the Clearview family in 2011 after shadowing at the practice during 2010. Jessica lives with 2 black labs and 5 cats. In her free time, she enjoys movies, concerts, travel, and Disney.
Jessica graduated from DeSales University with a major in Biology and minor in Chemistry in
2011. She went on to graduate from Wilson College in 2013 with a Bachelor of Veterinary
Medical Technology. We are so happy that she decided to become part of the Clearview family in 2011 after shadowing at the practice during 2010. Jessica lives with 2 black labs and 5 cats. In her free time, she enjoys movies, concerts, travel, and Disney.
Tiffany Boyers, CVT
Tiffany (Tiff) has been at Clearview since 2015. She obtained her Associate Degree in veterinary technology from YTI and now is a Certified Veterinary Technician. Tiff lives in New Oxford with her husband and son and her 2 furry kids - Labradoodle Leo, and Husky Paris. In her spare time, she enjoys riding ATVs, spending time with her family, and reading. Tiff’s favorite part of her job is using the skills that she learned in school, such as drawing blood and assisting in surgery. We are proud to have Tiff on our team!
Tiffany (Tiff) has been at Clearview since 2015. She obtained her Associate Degree in veterinary technology from YTI and now is a Certified Veterinary Technician. Tiff lives in New Oxford with her husband and son and her 2 furry kids - Labradoodle Leo, and Husky Paris. In her spare time, she enjoys riding ATVs, spending time with her family, and reading. Tiff’s favorite part of her job is using the skills that she learned in school, such as drawing blood and assisting in surgery. We are proud to have Tiff on our team!
Kyle Knapke
Veterinary Assistant, "Cat Whisperer" and technology support
Hello! My name is Kyle, most people call me Carl. I love cats. I've been working with animals for the past 10 years, from shelters and sanctuaries to hospitals. I have been at Clearview since the Spring of 2020.
Go Dolphins!
Veterinary Assistant, "Cat Whisperer" and technology support
Hello! My name is Kyle, most people call me Carl. I love cats. I've been working with animals for the past 10 years, from shelters and sanctuaries to hospitals. I have been at Clearview since the Spring of 2020.
Go Dolphins!
Rebekah Bankert
Veterinary Assistant
Rebekah joined Clearview in the Spring of 2020. She is currently working towards her Veterinary Technician Degree. Rebekah’s favorite part about her job is helping animals feel well, and educating clients on their pets' health. Rebekah loves all animals, but has a soft spot for dogs. In her free time, Rebekah enjoys scrapbooking, taking walks, shopping, and taking care of her Miniature Dachshund, Lady. We are thrilled to have Rebekah on our Clearview Team!
Veterinary Assistant
Rebekah joined Clearview in the Spring of 2020. She is currently working towards her Veterinary Technician Degree. Rebekah’s favorite part about her job is helping animals feel well, and educating clients on their pets' health. Rebekah loves all animals, but has a soft spot for dogs. In her free time, Rebekah enjoys scrapbooking, taking walks, shopping, and taking care of her Miniature Dachshund, Lady. We are thrilled to have Rebekah on our Clearview Team!
Emily Myers
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Emily was born and raised near Winchester, Virginia, and relocated to Pennsylvania in 2008. She has been in the veterinary field since 2007, working with large and small animals. She obtained her veterinary assistant certification from Lord Fairfax Community College in Virginia in 2008 and is currently attending the veterinary technician program through Penn Foster. She joined the Clearview team in May of 2018 and has been an animated addition ever since! Emily lives in Hanover with her husband, Josh, their cats and one rabbit. In her spare time, she enjoys antiquing, collecting vinyl records, and traveling to Virginia to visit her family.
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Emily was born and raised near Winchester, Virginia, and relocated to Pennsylvania in 2008. She has been in the veterinary field since 2007, working with large and small animals. She obtained her veterinary assistant certification from Lord Fairfax Community College in Virginia in 2008 and is currently attending the veterinary technician program through Penn Foster. She joined the Clearview team in May of 2018 and has been an animated addition ever since! Emily lives in Hanover with her husband, Josh, their cats and one rabbit. In her spare time, she enjoys antiquing, collecting vinyl records, and traveling to Virginia to visit her family.
Jo Woodfill
Veterinary Assistant, Feline Specialist, Laboratory Equipment Support
Jo is a Hanover native and proud Army veteran. Trained as an animal care specialist at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, she was later stationed at Fort Gordon, GA. She returned there after a year-long assignment in Seoul, South Korea. She caught the eye of a fellow soldier, Woody, and after marrying, she traveled with him to Giebelstadt, Germany. There, she worked as a "civilian" in a military veterinary clinic. After returning to Fort Gordon and Woody's military retirement, they both came back home to Hanover. Her passion for the care of animals led her to various positions at Pet Valu (including store owner/operator), PetSmart, the York County SPCA, and fortunately...to Clearview, for over 15 years! We are so glad to have her on our team! Jo is an avid volunteer, an advocate for Hanover's pets, and loves crafting. Jo puts those incredible crafting talents to use creating fundraising items for animal related organizations right here in Hanover.
Veterinary Assistant, Feline Specialist, Laboratory Equipment Support
Jo is a Hanover native and proud Army veteran. Trained as an animal care specialist at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, she was later stationed at Fort Gordon, GA. She returned there after a year-long assignment in Seoul, South Korea. She caught the eye of a fellow soldier, Woody, and after marrying, she traveled with him to Giebelstadt, Germany. There, she worked as a "civilian" in a military veterinary clinic. After returning to Fort Gordon and Woody's military retirement, they both came back home to Hanover. Her passion for the care of animals led her to various positions at Pet Valu (including store owner/operator), PetSmart, the York County SPCA, and fortunately...to Clearview, for over 15 years! We are so glad to have her on our team! Jo is an avid volunteer, an advocate for Hanover's pets, and loves crafting. Jo puts those incredible crafting talents to use creating fundraising items for animal related organizations right here in Hanover.
Breanna ("Bre") McMaster
Veterinary Assistant
Breanna has been at Clearview Animal Hospital since 2020. She was hired as a veterinary assistant and is currently in the nursing program at Harrisburg Area Community College. “Bre,” as she is known by her friends and coworkers, loves all animals, and is definitely a cat lady! She always has a smile on her face and keeps everyone laughing. Bre brings a little sunshine wherever she goes and makes life at Clearview a little brighter, especially on those rough days. She lives with her dog, Miley, and four cats, Milo, Piglet, Tofu and Stinky.
Veterinary Assistant
Breanna has been at Clearview Animal Hospital since 2020. She was hired as a veterinary assistant and is currently in the nursing program at Harrisburg Area Community College. “Bre,” as she is known by her friends and coworkers, loves all animals, and is definitely a cat lady! She always has a smile on her face and keeps everyone laughing. Bre brings a little sunshine wherever she goes and makes life at Clearview a little brighter, especially on those rough days. She lives with her dog, Miley, and four cats, Milo, Piglet, Tofu and Stinky.
Deb Raubenstine, CVT
Certified Veterinary Technician
Deb is new to the field of veterinary medicine and became part of the Clearview family in September 2022. Deb is starting a second career as a Veterinary Technician after graduating in July 2022 from the YTI-Career Institute with an Associate in Specialized Technology in the curriculum of Veterinary Technician. We are so proud to have her on our team! In December 2022 Deb passed her national licensing exam to become a Certified Veterinary Technician and is celebrating this accomplishment with a new puppy, Zephyr. Most of her free time is currently consumed by this bundle of fluff, but she looks forward to him becoming her hiking/rucking partner. Deb looks forward to taking care of your pets and helping to make it a pleasant experience for them.
Certified Veterinary Technician
Deb is new to the field of veterinary medicine and became part of the Clearview family in September 2022. Deb is starting a second career as a Veterinary Technician after graduating in July 2022 from the YTI-Career Institute with an Associate in Specialized Technology in the curriculum of Veterinary Technician. We are so proud to have her on our team! In December 2022 Deb passed her national licensing exam to become a Certified Veterinary Technician and is celebrating this accomplishment with a new puppy, Zephyr. Most of her free time is currently consumed by this bundle of fluff, but she looks forward to him becoming her hiking/rucking partner. Deb looks forward to taking care of your pets and helping to make it a pleasant experience for them.
