Our Team of Dedicated Veterinarians
Samantha Fraysier, DVM, CERP, CVMMP
Dr. Samantha Fraysier (Dr. Sam) grew up in south central Pennsylvania, where she was an active member in the equine community. She competed in Pony Club, 4-H, and US Eventing Association events, where she developed a great understanding of the horse, and grew her passion for providing excellent care. She completed a B.S in Biology from Juniata College, and went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Tennessee in 2015, graduating as valedictorian. Dr. Sam expanded her knowledge of the sport horse by completing a year long internship at Peninsula Equine Medical Center, where she studied under two certified ISELP (International Society of Equine Locomotor Pathology) members. She spent the next eight years working with a practice well-known for their quality care before deciding to start Forward Thinking Equine Veterinary Services with Dr. Rachael. During that time, she studied to become a Certified Equine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CERP), as well as acquired her certification in Veterinary Medical Manipulation (CVMMP aka equine chiropractic)
Dr. Sam’s professional interests include care of the sport horse. In particular, she enjoys diagnostic ultrasound and ultrasound-guided injections, as well as the use of physical therapy to aid in successful recovery from injury and injury prevention.
In her free time, Dr. Sam enjoys training and competing in eventing, as well as spending time with her husband, son, and daughter.
Dr. Samantha Fraysier (Dr. Sam) grew up in south central Pennsylvania, where she was an active member in the equine community. She competed in Pony Club, 4-H, and US Eventing Association events, where she developed a great understanding of the horse, and grew her passion for providing excellent care. She completed a B.S in Biology from Juniata College, and went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Tennessee in 2015, graduating as valedictorian. Dr. Sam expanded her knowledge of the sport horse by completing a year long internship at Peninsula Equine Medical Center, where she studied under two certified ISELP (International Society of Equine Locomotor Pathology) members. She spent the next eight years working with a practice well-known for their quality care before deciding to start Forward Thinking Equine Veterinary Services with Dr. Rachael. During that time, she studied to become a Certified Equine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CERP), as well as acquired her certification in Veterinary Medical Manipulation (CVMMP aka equine chiropractic)
Dr. Sam’s professional interests include care of the sport horse. In particular, she enjoys diagnostic ultrasound and ultrasound-guided injections, as well as the use of physical therapy to aid in successful recovery from injury and injury prevention.
In her free time, Dr. Sam enjoys training and competing in eventing, as well as spending time with her husband, son, and daughter.
Rachael Levine, DVM, IVCA
Dr. Rachael Levine (Dr. Rachael) grew up in the northwestern corner of Connecticut, where she started riding with her mother before she could walk and throughout her childhood rode not only in the Pony Club, but a variety of disciplines including eventing and cutting.
After receiving her B.S. in biology from Elizabethtown College, magna cum laude and with an honors in the discipline of biology, she went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. She gained her Chiropractic Certification from the IVCS in 2015.
After working for several private practices in Pennsylvania, she went on to found Forward Thinking Equine with Dr. Sam in 2024 with the goal of providing the highest quality, practical care. Her special interests in practice include sports medicine and chiropractic, with a focus on whole horse care to maintain the equine athlete.
In addition to working as a practicing veterinarian, she donates her time serving on the Student Committee for the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP). In her free time, Dr. Rachael enjoys riding dressage, exploring the science of cooking and baking, and spending time with her family and friends.
Dr. Rachael Levine (Dr. Rachael) grew up in the northwestern corner of Connecticut, where she started riding with her mother before she could walk and throughout her childhood rode not only in the Pony Club, but a variety of disciplines including eventing and cutting.
After receiving her B.S. in biology from Elizabethtown College, magna cum laude and with an honors in the discipline of biology, she went on to earn her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. She gained her Chiropractic Certification from the IVCS in 2015.
After working for several private practices in Pennsylvania, she went on to found Forward Thinking Equine with Dr. Sam in 2024 with the goal of providing the highest quality, practical care. Her special interests in practice include sports medicine and chiropractic, with a focus on whole horse care to maintain the equine athlete.
In addition to working as a practicing veterinarian, she donates her time serving on the Student Committee for the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP). In her free time, Dr. Rachael enjoys riding dressage, exploring the science of cooking and baking, and spending time with her family and friends.
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Forward Thinking Equine Veterinary Services, PC
P.O Box 48 Green Lane, Pa 18054
Phone: 610-851-4282
Hours: By appointment