Veterinary TeamMeet Our Team
Meet the veterinarians and team at Cross Lanes Veterinary Hospital. We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!
Get to know Our Team
Our Veterinarians
Allan McNeel, DVM
Dr. McNeel received his DVM from the University of Georgia in 1985. He began working at CLVH in March 1993. He lives in Winfield with his wife. They have a dog (Stone) and a cat (Rocky). He enjoys woodworking, gardening, and hiking. Dr. McNeel excels in orthopedics (such as the TTA and TPLO) and soft tissue surgeries.
West Virginia Veterinary Medical Association’s 2024 West Virginia Veterinarian of the Year
Julie Starcher, DVM
Dr. Starcher began working at CLVH in July of 1995 after graduating from Ohio State University with her DVM. She lives in Cross Lanes with her three sons. They share their lives with their dog (Bella) and cat (Spot). She enjoys spending time with her children and photography. Dr. Starcher excels in ultrasound, soft tissue surgery, and internal medicine.
Allison Dascoli, DVM
Dr. Dascoli received her DVM from Tuskegee University in 1998 and began working at CLVH in June of that year. She and her husband live in Charleston with their two daughters. They share their lives with their dogs (Choco & Jewels) and their four cats. She enjoys ballet, spending time with her kids, and cooking. Dr. Dascoli excels in dentistry, preventive medicine, and internal medicine.
Dr. Dascoli is a certified Cat Friendly Veterinarian.
Stacey Leadmon, DVM
Dr. Leadmon graduated with honors from the University of Georgia in 1992. She began working at CLVH on July 5, 2000. She lives in a Hurricane with her husband. Her son attends WVU and her daughter practices law in NC. They share their lives with their four dogs (Evee, Murphy, Burt, and Bonnie). She loves shopping, traveling, and spending time with her family. Dr. Leadmon excels in dermatology, internal medicine, and infectious diseases.
Kim Smith, DVM
Dr. Smith received her DVM from Auburn University and joined the CLVH team in June 2004. She lives in Charleston with her family. They share their lives with their dogs (Derby, Julep, & Woodford). She enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with her family. Dr. Smith excels in ultrasound, endoscopy, and soft-tissue surgery.
Dr. Smith is a certified Cat-Friendly Veterinarian.
Chelsea Hantke, DVM
Dr. Chelsea joined our team in June of 2019. She received her degree from the University of Georgia in 2015. She lives in Hurricane with her husband, two sons, and cat (Zazu). Dr. Chelsea excels in soft-tissue surgery, internal medicine, and ultrasound.
Our Staff
Tony
Tony joined our team in 2002. He works as a veterinary assistant in surgery. He lives in Dunbar with his wife (Sherrie) and son. He has two dogs (Bronx and Willie) and a cat (Pecia). He enjoys hiking, traveling, and sports.
Christina
Mollie
Mollie started with CLVH in April 2007. She graduated from Carver Career Center with a degree in Veterinary Technology in May 2009. She shares her life with her dogs (Drax, Capri, Zena, and Jackson). She enjoys walking her dogs and boating.
Mollie is a registered veterinary technician.
Sherrie
Sherrie has worked at CLVH since August 2007. She works as a veterinary assistant in treatment. She lives with her husband (Tony) and son. She has two grown boys as well. She has two dogs (Bronx and Willie) and a cat (Pecia). She enjoys relaxing, watching TV, and spending time with friends and family.
Andi
Rachel
Rachel started working with us in September 2012. She works in treatment and dental. She currently lives in St. Albans with her dogs (Jowie, Hamilton, and Frankie). She enjoys hiking, watching movies, and playing video games.
Sarah
Kayla
Kayla joined our team in 2015. She loves working out and has a love of reptiles. She has her dogs (Mia, Gimli, Kaiser, and Baron) and 4 snakes.
Kayla is a registered veterinary technician and a certified pet nutrition coach.
Amanda M.
Amanda started at CLVH in 2016. She loves hiking with her dogs (Junebug, Flash, and Ellie) and spending time with her sister. She currently lives in South Charleston with her dogs and cats (Remington and Elmer).
Amanda M. is a registered veterinary technician and a certified canine rehabilitation professional (CCRP).
Alex
Alex joined our team in January 2017. She works as a veterinary assistant in the lab. She lives in Cross Lanes with her husband, dogs (Daisy, Princess, Bently, Opi, and Mina), and cats (Lily and Liam). She likes fishing, camping, and anything outdoors.
Amanda P.
Amanda started working with us in April 2017. She works in rooms as a veterinary assistant. She lives with her husband, cats (Roxy, Hoss, and Shelby), and dog (Dobby). She enjoys swimming, playing video games, and relaxing.
Katie P.
Katie worked with us from 2011-2014 and then started back with us in 2017. She works in reception. She lives with her husband and cats (Nippet, Greedo, Myrtle, and Seven). She likes antiquing and thrifting.
Katie H.
Asia
Asia started working at CLVH in September of 2018 as a receptionist. She lives in Dunbar with her husband, daughter, dogs (Frenchie, Major, Cali, Deuce, and Buddy), and her niece and nephew. She likes to spend time with her baby and crafting.
Karissa
Karissa started working with us in April of 2019. She works as an assistant in rooms, lab, and surgery. She lives in Hurricane with her husband and dogs (Ruger, Athena, Ashes, and Otis). She likes to coupon, kayak, and fish.
Gina
Gina joined our team in 2019 as a receptionist. She lives with her fiancé, son, and daughters. She has two dogs (Beau and Oreo) and four cats (Omni, Ozzy, Trigger, and Izzie). She enjoys spending time with her family.
Lea
Amy B.
Amy started working with us in July 2019. She works in treatment and surgery. She lives in Cross Lanes with her husband, sons, daughter, dogs (King, Piper, and Ruggie), and cat (Mustachio). She likes going to WV football games and outdoor activities.
Leigh Ann
Harley
Harley started working with us in 2019. She works in treatment and surgery. Harley enjoys hiking and kayaking. She lives with her cats (Kase and Bronson) and dogs (Zuri, Buddy, and Piper).
Crystal
Heather
Heather joined our team in August 2020. She works as a veterinary assistant in treatment and surgery. She lives in Elkview with her family and dogs (Beau, Zena, and Izzy). She enjoys traveling and spending time with her friends and family.
Cheyenne
Cheyenne joined our team in November of 2020. She lives in Nitro with her fiancé, cats (Alex, Tux, and Hazelnut), and dogs (Nico and Indiana). She enjoys reading and kayaking.
Mandy
Mandy joined our team in March 2021. She has two bachelor’s degrees from Marshall (Environmental Science and Natural Resource and Recreation Management). She is now pursuing a degree as a registered veterinary technician. She lives with her husband, dogs (Kona, Shiro, and Jäger), and cats (Schnapps, Calypso, and Lavinia). She has one stepchild and enjoys attending concerts, playing video games, and traveling. She works as a veterinary assistant in our treatment area and surgery.
Caitlyn
Caitlyn started working with us in December 2021. She attended Carver Career Center for Veterinary Technology and graduated in the Spring of 2021. She works in treatment and rooms. She lives in Cross Lanes with her cats (Jaspurr and Coopurr), dogs (Taz, Iggy, and Presley), and fiancé. She enjoys riding her horse (Jade), hiking, and traveling.
Brooke
Brooke is a registered veterinary technician.
Amy M.
Jimetta
Jimetta joined our team in 2023. She works as a veterinary assistant in rooms. She has two cats (Luna and Londy) and her family Pekingese (Kobee). She enjoys traveling, fashion, food, and music.
Madison
Madison started at CLVH in 2023. She works as a veterinary assistant in rooms. She lives in St. Albans with her dogs (Ranger, Daisy, and Abel) and cat (Eve).