Kennett Square Veterinarian Team

Carla Andrews, DVM

Dr. Andrews graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Delaware in 1984. In 1988, Dr. Andrews graduated from the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Andrews practiced in South Carolina, Maryland and Delaware before opening Longwood Veterinary Center with Dr. Strine in 1998. As a key member of our veterinarian team, Dr. Andrews has special interests in behavior, internal medicine, dentistry, pocket pets, and Fear Free handling. She resides in Wilmington, DE with her husband, Frank. She has two grown children who are excelling in their careers. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, competitive dog agility, and spending time with her family.

Laurie Strine, VMD

Dr. Strine completed her undergraduate degree in Chemistry at Bucknell University in 1985. Dr. Strine graduated magna cum laude from the University Of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1990. After graduation, Dr. Strine completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. After her internship, she worked at a small animal hospital in Newark, DE until opening Longwood Veterinary Center with Dr. Andrews in 1998. As an essential part of our veterinarian team, Dr. Strine brings expertise in surgery, orthopedics, and feline medicine. Dr. Strine and her husband, David, live in Chadds Ford. and beloved cats. Their oldest daughter is currently enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine while her other daughters are both in college and doing well. In her spare time, Laurie enjoys traveling with her family and spending time at the beach.

Wendy Freeman, VMD

Dr. Freeman graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1985. After graduation, Dr. Freeman completed an internship in ambulatory medicine and surgery at New Bolton Center. Wendy joined the faculty at New Bolton Center and became Assistant Professor of Medicine and Field Service in 1992, where she worked on developing and directing the small ruminant program. As a valued member of our veterinarian team, Dr. Freeman is one of the most experienced small ruminant specialists in the United States. She enjoys practicing small animal medicine and has special interests in oncology, behavior, and certification for pet travel. Dr. Freeman is also an avid scuba diver.

Kimberly Knipe, VMD

Dr. Knipe received her bachelor’s degree in 1991 from Hamilton College, where she majored in Biology. She then graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1995. After graduation she spent seven years practicing medicine and surgery in Alexandria, VA. Since October 2003, she has been a dedicated member of the veterinarian team at Longwood Veterinary Center. Dr. Knipe enjoys all aspects of small animal medicine and surgery, with a special interest in diagnostic imaging. She lives in West Chester, PA with her husband, pets and daughter. Her two older boys are enjoying college. In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and staying fit playing tennis on a competitive local team.

Beatrice McCabe, VMD

Dr. McCabe has been a valued member of the Longwood Veterinary Center team since 2008, providing compassionate, comprehensive care as a general practitioner.

A proud Penn State alumna ("WE ARE!"), she earned her VMD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1995. Dr. McCabe’s professional interests include dentistry, preventative medicine, and improving quality of life for senior pets.

She especially values the long-term relationships she’s built with clients and their pets over the years, while always enjoying the opportunity to meet new patients and their families. At LVC, Dr. McCabe is passionate about helping puppies and kittens get the best start possible - supporting them as they grow into happy, healthy members of the Sliver Paws Club.

Lexie Hanna, VMD

Dr. Hanna graduated from University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine in 2004and obtained her certification in Veterinary Acupuncture from Colorado State University thatsummer. Her ties to Longwood Veterinary Center go back to 1999 when she helped out as anassistant prior to Vet School. In addition to general medicine, Dr. Hanna offers acupuncturethrough Peaceful Pet, LLC. She believes that Veterinary Medicine is much more than justscience. She combines science, healing arts, spirituality and mindfulness to create acompassionate and peaceful experience for her patients and their owners. In her free time,Lexie enjoys teaching, horseback riding, going to the beach, and watching her boys playsports. She and her husband, Thomas, live in Greenville, Delaware with their 3 sons, 2 dogsand a handful of chickens.