Meet the Doylestown Animal Medical Clinic Veterinarians
Meet The Caring Medical Staff of DAMC
Each and every member of our team has a deep, unwavering love for animals. While we come from different places and situations we have all been drawn to DAMC by a shared passion: the dedication of our careers to caring for the creatures who bring so much joy to all our lives. Whether we are sharing in the excitement of your new puppy or kitten or shedding tears while you say goodbye to a beloved pet, each of those moments are felt and understood with great compassion and empathy.
We are honored and humbled by every moment of your pet’s life you entrust to our care and ensure that all services rendered are delivered with the highest standard of professional care.
Practice owners Drs. Mantell and Sporer invite you to learn more about the talented staff who offer outstanding, compassionate medical care to your cherished pets and the terrific people who support them.
Practice Owners
Dale D. Mantell
Dale D. Mantell, DVM, received his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in 1974 and his veterinary degree in 1979 from Cornell University. After practicing in New York State and Warminster, Pennsylvania, he founded the Doylestown Animal Medical Clinic in 1983.
In his 30-year career, Dr. Mantell has treated a diverse range of patients. His experience includes a broad range of general medical cases and surgery. His interests include canine reproduction and challenging medical cases.
Dale's hobbies include sailing and small boat building.
He is currently enjoying life in his home in Doylestown borough.
Drew F. Sporer
Drew has been a Pennsylvania resident his whole life. Born in Northeast Philadelphia, Drew attended high school at William Tennent in Warminster and pursued his undergraduate studies at Penn State University (a die-hard Nittany Lion fan, it is rumored he bleeds blue and white).
Drew attended veterinary school at Philadelphia's University of Pennsylvania. Upon graduation in 1987, Drew joined Dr. Dale Mantell at the Doylestown Animal Medical Clinic and in partnership with Dr. Mantell has nurtured the clinic into Doylestown's largest and most progressive veterinary hospital. Dr. Sporer enjoys all aspects of small animal practice but has a special interest in orthopedic surgery.
Drew and wife Jill are proud to be blessed with two children, Brendan and Rachel. Drew's hobbies include piano, boating, and sports of all sorts but his first love is ice hockey - still actively playing despite the aches and pains inflicted by father time.
Associate Veterinarians
Lauren Celano
Dr. Lauren Celano received her undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Delaware in 2005 and graduated from the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in 2014. After graduation, she accepted a biochemist position in vaccine research at Merck and Co., Inc. While at Merck, Dr. Celano earned a Master of Science degree in molecular biology from Lehigh University.
While pursuing her veterinary education, Dr. Celano conducted research on canine anal sac gland carcinoma. She also completed a Veterinary Business Management Association certification. She was awarded the Merck Small Animal Award at the conclusion of her veterinary education. Dr. Celano completed a rotating internship in small animal medicine and emergency critical care at Hickory Veterinary Hospital in Plymouth Meeting, PA. Her areas of interest include internal medicine, dermatology, and dentistry. In her free time, Dr. Celano loves spending time with her husband, Rob, human daughter, Heather, and two fur-children, Harley and Maggie.
Lisa Van der Gaag
Bio coming soon!
Abby Worton
Bio coming soon!
Jordan Spera
Bio and picture coming soon!