Meet Our Team
Meet the veterinarians and team at Pinecrest Animal Hospital! We’re pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!
Get to Know Our Team
Paul Rangi
DVM, Practice Owner
Dr. Pritpal Rangi is the owner of Pinecrest Animal Hospital and has been a practicing veterinarian for 35 years. Dr. Rangi graduated from veterinary school in 1984 and moved to the United States from India shortly after. Dr. Rangi’s passion for veterinary medicine comes from the friendships he has formed with the people in his community. He enjoys seeing long-time clients continue a relationship with Pinecrest as it grows.
After completing veterinary school Dr. Rangi completed an internship in North Carolina. From there, he went to work for three different veterinary hospitals before deciding to start his own practice here in Owosso in 1991.
Dr. Rangi grew up in India around cows, buffalo, and dogs. He says he was influenced to follow a career in veterinary medicine because of his grandfather who always loved and cared for animals in their hometown. The bond they shared during his childhood years is what inspired his decision to become a veterinarian.
Dr. Rangi and his wife, Ravi, bought Pinecrest Veterinary Hospital together in November 1991 and made it a priority to make their clients and patients feel like family. Dr. Rangi and Ravi have three children together. Their oldest daughter Puneet, who is an orthodontist, lives with her husband, daughter Zara, and son Esaan in Connecticut. Kenny, their son, is also a veterinarian here at Pinecrest. Sabrina, their youngest is in medical school studying to become a doctor.
Dr. Rangi shares Leo, a pit bull who loves to check the counter for any snacks and give endless amounts of hugs and kisses, and Lucy with their son Dr. Kenny.
When Dr. Rangi is not treating animals at Pinecrest, he loves to play with his pets, watch movies, and spend quality time with his friends and family.
Ravi Rangi
Senior Office Manager/Registered Nurse (RN)
Ravi has been raising Pinecrest Animal Hospital with her husband, Dr. Pritpal Rangi, since 1991. She sees this hospital as one of her children that she dedicated all of her time and emotions to. Ravi worked 6 and sometimes even 7 days a week to help any animals they could in the beginning. She remembers taking in emergencies and going into emergency surgeries constantly. Her love for Pinecrest has only grown as she has watched her son take on the family business. When Ravi and Dr. Rangi had just bought Pinecrest, Ravi was a registered nurse at Memorial Hospital here in Owosso where she worked from 1991 to 2010. Ravi would spend her days working at the hospital and evenings and weekends working at Pinecrest.
Ravi was born and raised in India; she grew up on a farm and always had dogs, cows, and buffalo around her. She is very genuine in the care she gives and has a gentle touch with all of our patients.
Ravi shares Leo and Lucy with their son Dr. Kenny.
When Ravi is not taking care of the girls here at Pinecrest she enjoys cooking, shopping, and most of all spending time with her kids. Ravi and Dr. Rangi share 3 kids together: Kenny, Sabrina, and Puneet. They have three grandchildren and love being grandparents.
Kenny Rangi
DVM, Administrator/Senior Veterinarian
Dr. Kenny has been a doctor at Pinecrest since May 2017. He is the son of Dr. Pritpal Rangi. Dr. Kenny graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences from Purdue University in 2013. Continuing at Purdue, he received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2017. Dr. Kenny grew up in Owosso and graduated from Owosso High School in 2009, which gives him a deep connection to our community.
Dr. Kenny was inspired to follow in his father’s footsteps fulfilling his passion to help humans through their pets’ health and well-being. He has always admired the profession and all that comes with it; being a veterinarian allows him to solidify the human-animal bond between his patients and clients. Dr. Kenny says his “obsessive-compulsive personality allows him to strive for providing the best care for my patients” driving his passion for veterinary medicine. Dr. Kenny is very talented and really enjoys performing soft tissue surgeries, dental procedures, and internal medicine. He has also quickly become the go-to guy for allergies and dermatology here at Pinecrest. Dr. Kenny is constantly striving to continue learning new medicine so he can provide the best possible care to his patients.
Dr. Kenny has two American Bullies, Lucy and Leo. Leo is a ball of energy and his favorite things include giving kisses, eating, and sleeping. He’s also good at keeping Dr. Kenny up by snoring all night. Dr. Kenny and his wife welcomed their first child, Zoya, in October 2023.
When Dr. Kenny is not caring for animals at Pinecrest, he enjoys working out at the gym, spending summer weekends jet skiing up north, riding his road “gravel” bike, and spending time with his friends and family. Dr. Kenny is also what you consider a “foodie” and loves trying new restaurants and breweries.
Angela Phinney
Dr. Angela Phinney joined as a veterinarian at Pinecrest Animal Hospital in April 2023. Dr. Angela grew up in Ralph, a small town in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Growing up, Dr. Angela was surrounded by animals, and this is where her passion for caring for animals began. Dr. Angela attended Michigan State University as an undergrad and graduated with a degree in Medical Technology. She then went on to attend MSU’s veterinary school and graduated in 2006. Dr. Angela believes in developing and maintaining the human-animal bond and treating patients like family so she can help them enjoy long and healthy lives.
Dr. Angela has two pets of her own: Shelby, a Pitbull mix who enjoys playing fetch and chasing rabbits, and Paisley, a Pug who enjoys catching balls and snuggling with her sister.
When Dr. Angela is not caring for her patients at Pinecrest, she enjoys swimming, reading, traveling, and playing volleyball. She also enjoys volunteering, mentoring, and teaching veterinary students by providing hands-on learning experiences.
Tori Burzynski
Dr. Tori Burzynski joined as a veterinarian at Pinecrest Animal Hospital in June 2023. Growing up, Dr. Tori always felt a drive and passion to help animals, and that same drive got stronger as she got older and began her career. Dr. Tori attended Michigan State University’s veterinary school and graduated in 2022. Dr. Tori enjoys learning and seeing new techniques that she can bring aboard to the team.
Dr. Tori has two pets of her own: Reya, a Labrador Retriever who enjoys playing fetch, playing with her sibling, and going on walks, and Trout, a Labrador Retriever who enjoys playing with his sibling, walks, and eating all the treats!
When Dr. Tori is not caring for her patients at Pinecrest, she enjoys swimming, kayaking, disc golfing, reading, hiking, and traveling.
John Gumbs
Dr. Gumbs has been traveling and performing orthopedic surgeries in Southeastern Michigan since 1997. Dr. Gumbs graduated from Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1982 and then completed a one-year internship. Following the internship Dr. Gumbs completed his residency at Michigan State University in 1985.
Dr. Gumbs was inspired by his father, a doctor, and it was always his childhood dream to become a veterinarian. Dr. Gumbs has 8 Leonbergers, 2 horses, and 2 birds. When Dr. Gumbs is not caring for his patients, he enjoys golfing, reading, and driving his Tesla.
Amanda
Practice Manager
Amanda has been with Pinecrest Animal Hospital since November 2018. Amanda loves taking continuing education courses and is currently enrolled in school to further her knowledge within the field and keep up with the newest techniques.
Amanda has had a passion for animals since she was a young girl and decided to turn that passion into a career. “I absolutely love what I do and would not change that for the world.”
Amanda and her husband have three pets of their own. Ike is a German Shepherd and a retired police canine who enjoys napping on the couch and playing with his toys. Legend is a Dutch Shepherd and an active police canine. When Legend is at work, he is all business but at home, he enjoys playing with his toys. Liberty and Reptar are cool cats that enjoy midnight mischief and snuggles.
When Amanda is not caring for the animals at Pinecrest, she enjoys spending time with her husband Daniel, their fur babies, and their families. Amanda enjoys spending time outdoors, soaking up the sun, kayaking, and gardening. Amanda is also a crafty person who finds ideas on Pinterest and brings them to life in her home.
Kayla
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Kayla has been with Pinecrest Animal Hospital since August 2021. Kayla has a Bachelor’s in Veterinary Technology that was obtained through Michigan State University in 2021. Kayla is also Fear Free certified. Kayla has had a passion for animals since she was a young girl and decided to turn that passion into a career. “Being their voice and being able to help them through hard or scary times” is what drives her passion.
Kayla and her husband have three pets of their own: Dot is a laid-back kitty who enjoys bird watching, Kiara is a special needs rescue kitty who enjoys cuddling, and Oscar is a Bearded Dragon, who enjoys sleeping most of the time. When Kayla does not care for the animals at Pinecrest, she enjoys spending time outdoors, camping and hiking. Kayla also enjoys spending time with her cats.
Lia
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Lia has been with Pinecrest Animal Hospital since March 2022. Lia graduated from Baker College with a degree in Veterinary Technology in May 2022. Lia’s passion for Veterinary Medicine is driven by her overall love of animals. Lia enjoys being the voice for her patients and being able to help their owners as well.
Lia has two pets of her own; Finnigan is a Tuxedo Cat who enjoys playing hide’n’seek, and Griffen is a feisty cat that loves to snuggle.
When Lia is not treating patients at Pinecrest Animal Hospital, she enjoys raising Monarch Butterflies.
Emma
Veterinary Technician
Emma has been with Pinecrest Animal Hospital since September 2021. While Emma attended high school, she participated in a vocational Veterinary Assistant program and became a certified Veterinary Assistant. Emma is currently enrolled in college to obtain an Associate’s degree in Applied Science for Veterinary Technology.
Emma has one fur baby of her own: Diamond, a laid-back kind of cat. She enjoys sleeping in the sun and snuggling.
Chelsea
Chelsea joined the Pinecrest Animal Hospital team in September 2024. Chelsea’s passion for Veterinary Medicine is driven by being able to be an advocate for animals and being able to gain knowledge by learning new things.
Chelsea has three pets of her own; Tucker is a Pitbull Mix, who enjoys eating and playing outside. Beans is a Chihuahua Mix, who enjoys sleeping. Walter is a cat, who enjoys sleeping and eating.
When Chelsea is not caring for patients at Pinecrest Animal Hospital she enjoys reading, painting, and traveling.
When Emma is not caring for the animals at Pinecrest, she enjoys making goat cheese.
Zoey
Zoey joined the Pinecrest Animal Hospital team in September 2024. Zoey’s passion for Veterinary Medicine is driven by her overall love of animals. Zoey enjoys being the voice for her patients and being able to communicate with pet parents.
Zoey has three pets of her own; Oreo is a cat, who enjoys swatting at lego flowers and napping. Ivy is a cat, who enjoys sleeping, snacking, and playing with her mouse. Lila is a German Shepherd, who enjoys looking out the window and cuddles.
When Zoey is not caring for patients at Pinecrest Animal Hospital she enjoys photography and showing her horse.
Haylee
Veterinary Technician
Haylee joined the Pinecrest Animal Hospital team in February 2024. Haylee graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Animal Science and is currently applying to go back to school to further pursue her career goals within veterinary medicine. Haylee enjoys the happiness that her patients bring to her and being able to help them when in need.
Haylee has four pets of her own. Montana is a mixed breed who enjoys sleeping and receiving belly rubs. Wrangler is a Golden Retriever who enjoys the outdoors and making friends. Hogan is a Yorkshire Terrier who enjoys sleeping. Haylee also has a mini pot belly pig. When Haylee is not caring for patients at Pinecrest, she enjoys cooking, baking, crocheting, gardening, spending time outdoors, and visiting aquariums with her husband.
Katlyn
Veterinary Technician in Training
Katlyn has been with Pinecrest Animal Hospital since January 2023.
Her love of Veterinary Medicine is what brought her to the field. Katlyn is currently enrolled at Michigan State University. Katlyn enjoys the one-on-one experience with our patients.
Katlyn has 2 fur babies of her own: Bear, a Corgi, who enjoys car rides, and Cooper, a cat who enjoys drinking from the sink.
When Katlyn is not caring for the animals at Pinecrest, she enjoys camping and raising/showing lambs.
Liza
Liza has been a kennel technician with Pinecrest since April 2018. Liza is always a helping hand around the hospital and her work ethic is untouchable. Liza has 26 years of experience working with large animals. Prior to joining the Pinecrest, team she studied technical agriculture and zoo technique production.
Liza has a heartfelt passion for helping animals that started while she lived in Peru. She enjoyed working with llamas and alpacas so she worked with them for 18 years in the Peruvian mountains, she taught about the importance of quality breeding of llamas and alpacas in rural and indigenous communities to improve the lives of these animals. Liza says what drives her passion for veterinary medicine is “to help animals in any way possible.”
Liza has five pets of her own; two dogs and three cats. Maya is a German Shepherd who loves winter and playing with her chicken toy. Ernie is a Chihuahua who loves to munch on chicken and sleeping. Then her cats, Batychica, Rainbow, and Schatzi; these three love to eat and play with their toys.
When Liza isn’t helping animals at Pinecrest, she enjoys art. She is interested in wood and leather pyrography; she also shares a passion for photography and landscaping. She mostly enjoys taking photos of llamas and alpacas. When Liza is not focusing on the arts, she is at home spending time with her animals and friends.
Mason
Mason has been with Pinecrest Animal Hospital since June 2022. Mason loves being able to see our patients get better and knowing that our team works their hardest to achieve that.
Mason has two fur babies of his own: Lorenzo, an Australian Shepherd who enjoys playing frisbee, and Blu, a Ragdoll who enjoys sleeping the day away and snuggling.
When Mason is not caring for the animals at Pinecrest, he enjoys kayaking and camping.
Amy
Amy graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Technology in 2001. Amy received her certificate of completion for soft tissue ultrasound in 2018. In 2020 she completed her certificate program for echocardiography. When Amy is not caring for patients, she enjoys spending time with her fur babies and camping.
Abigail
Veterinary Assistant
Abigail has been with Pinecrest Animal Hospital since April 2024.
Abigail is currently enrolled at Michigan State University in the pre-veterinary program. Abigail has had a love for animals since she was a child and plans to turn that love into a career.
Abigail has five fur babies of her own: Cooper, a Miniature Poodle who enjoys people watching and cuddles; Luna, a Desert Lynx who enjoys playing fetch with her favorite toy; Nash, a Desert Lynx who enjoys playing with rope toys and affection; Khione, a Domestic Shorthair who enjoys cuddles; and Voldemont, a Domestic Shorthair who enjoys causing chaos.
When Abigail is not caring for the animals at Pinecrest, she enjoys spending time outdoors climbing and studying local plants.
Amber
Veterinary Assistant
Amber has been with Pinecrest Animal Hospital since May 2024.
Amber plans to enroll in a Veterinary Technician program this upcoming summer. Amber is always eager to learn and enjoying helping in any way that she can.
Amber has two fur babies of her own. Chewy, a Chinchilla, is an energetic little lady who enjoys jumping off the walls, running on her wheels, and chewing. Talia, her second Chinchilla, is more of a laid-back kind of girl who enjoys cuddles.
When Amber is not caring for the animals at Pinecrest, she enjoys music, art, and traveling.
Shanda
Client Service Representative
Shanda has been with Pinecrest since December of 2019 but had been a client with her own pets since she was a child. Shanda’s passion for Veterinary Medicine is driven by her overall love of animals. Shanda particularly enjoys seeing the joy on pet owners’ faces when their pet who was ill is feeling better again.
Shanda has two pets of her own: Frisky, a laid-back cat who enjoys lounging at home, and Nordell, the newest edition at home who enjoys doing zoomies around the house and playing with her brother.
When Shanda is not helping clients at Pinecrest Animal Hospital she enjoys gardening, drawing, and camping.
Stacey
Client Service Representative
Stacey has been with Pinecrest Animal Hospital since August 2021. Stacey’s passion for Veterinary Medicine is driven by her overall love of animals.
Stacey has two pets of her own: Mikey, a Yorkshire Terrie Mix who enjoys herding chickens and snuggling, and Piper, a Blue Heeler who enjoys chasing the cows and birds in the yard.
When Stacey is not helping clients at Pinecrest Animal Hospital, she enjoys spending time with her family and cheering on her kids at their sporting events and livestock shows.
Aubrie
Client Service Representative
Aubrie has been with Pinecrest Animal Hospital since October 2023. Aubrie’s passion for Veterinary Medicine is driven by her overall love of animals. Aubrie enjoys seeing our patients grow and our clients’ love for their pets.
When Aubrie is not helping clients at Pinecrest Animal Hospital, she enjoys being a boy mom; they love to read and craft together.
Cammylle
Cammylle joined the Pinecrest Animal Hospital team in September 2024. Cammylle’s passion for Veterinary Medicine is driven by her overall love of animals. Cammylle is currently enrolled at Baker College’s Veterinary Technician program.
Cammylle has three pets of her own; Valentine an American Bully who enjoys cuddling. Gracie a Staffordshire Terrier Mix, who enjoys being outdoors. Chloe a Shi-Shon, who enjoys playing outside with her sisters.
When Cammylle is not helping clients at Pinecrest Animal Hospital she enjoys traveling and spending time with her son. Cammylle also enjoys learning about zoology and aquatic life.