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Christine Starer-Smith, VMD
Chief of Staff
Christine Starer-Smith is Chief of staff and has been with Banfield in 2011. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 2003 and has developed a focus in medical quality, anesthesia safety, and internal medicine. At home,she has three dogs and three horses. In her free time, she enjoys riding horses, spending time with family.
About Dr. Christine Starer-Smith
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine | Washington and Lee University, Bachelor of Science | Cape Henry Collegiate School
Years in practice
2003 - 2026
Pronouns
She / her
Personal interests
Riding horses, spending time with family, and spending time with pets.
Pets
3 dogs, 3 horses
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Pittsburgh Village East
847-816-4667
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