Dr. Robin Livingston
Veterinarian
Dr. Livingston earned both her undergraduate degree and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Georgia. Originally from the Washington, D.C. area, she has called North Myrtle Beach home since her high school years. In June 1996, she founded Kind Care Animal Hospital, where she has been dedicated to providing exceptional care ever since. Dr. Livingston and her husband are proud parents to three children.
Dr. Kim Stengel
Veterinarian
Dr. Stengel, a native of Myrtle Beach, earned a Bachelor of Science in Animal Industries from Clemson University in 1992 before pursuing her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree at Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine, where she graduated in 1997. She became part of the Kind Care family in 1999.
In 2001, Dr. Stengel completed the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS) course, adding acupuncture to her skill set as a valuable treatment option for her patients. Outside of her veterinary work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, especially camping with her husband, Glenn, their two children, Jake and Abby, and their dog, Zeke.
Dr. Mike Marino
Veterinarian
Dr. Mike, a proud Pennsylvania native (Go Eagles!), earned his bachelor’s degree in biology with a concentration in Microbiology from West Chester University in 1997. After several years in research, he met his wife, Carolyn, and felt a calling to pursue a new career path. In 2005, he was accepted into Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter.
Two months before starting veterinary school, Dr. Mike and Carolyn got married and moved away from their families and friends to follow his dream. In 2009, Dr. Mike graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, fulfilling his long-time goal, and he is eager to continue his career in veterinary care. He joined the Kind Care family in July 2015.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Mike enjoys family time with Carolyn, their three children—Bethany, Tiffany, and Joshua—and their beloved pets: two cats, Chewy and Val, and two dogs, Loki and Thor.
Dr. Leslie Mucci
Veterinarian
Dr. Mucci became a part of the Kind Care Animal Hospital team in 2015 as a relief veterinarian and transitioned to a part-time role in September 2019. Originally from Greenville, SC, she earned her undergraduate degree at Clemson University before attending the College of Veterinary Medicine at Tuskegee University.
Dr. Mucci’s career took her to Las Vegas, NV, where she practiced for two years, and then to Houston, TX, for four years, before making her way back to the East Coast. In 2015, she and her husband relocated to Myrtle Beach, SC, where they now enjoy spending time together as a family, cheering on Clemson football, traveling, hiking, and surfing with their daughter.
Her family also includes three cats: Ruby, Butterfly, and Birdie, who keep things lively at home.
Dr. Adri Casagrande
Veterinarian
Dr. Adri was born in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and spent much of her childhood enjoying the best of both worlds—beach days and barn life. She pursued her undergraduate studies at the University of Findlay in Ohio before heading west to earn her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in 2015.
After graduating, Dr. Adri worked at a small animal hospital in upstate South Carolina before returning to her coastal roots and joining the Kind Care Animal Hospital team in 2020. Outside of veterinary care, Dr. Adri has a variety of interests, including watching E-sports, attending car shows, and caring for her extensive collection of pets.
Sam Maloni
Practice Manager
Sam, a proud Horry County native, has been an integral part of the Kind Care team since 2015. With a degree in Corporate Communications from the College of Charleston and prior veterinary management experience, Sam brings both creativity and expertise to her role. Her client-first mindset is at the heart of everything she does, always striving to ensure that both our clients and their pets receive the best care and attention possible.
Driven by a commitment to excellence, Sam continually brings fresh ideas to promote the KCAH family and improve our services.
Outside of work, she enjoys photography, reading, and traveling. At home, Sam is a proud “pet parent” to three beloved animals: Bentley, a Shih-Tzu mix; Shelby Ann, a Chocolate Labrador; and Milton, a mischievous orange cat (because every story needs a cat, right?).
Lauren DiTore
Assistant Manager
Lauren has been a valued member of our team since 2017. Originally from Old Bridge, New Jersey, Lauren relocated to our area in 2015 to be closer to her family. With a natural talent for building strong relationships with clients, she ensures every visit is a positive and memorable experience.
Lauren brings a wealth of management experience from the dental field and transitioned her skills into the veterinary world with a passion for providing exceptional care. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys spending quality time with her daughter, Ryleigh, and her two beloved pets—Duke, a lovable pit bull, and Arya, her spoiled cat. When she’s not at the clinic, you’ll find Lauren soaking up the sun on the beach or setting sail on cruises with her fiancé, Chris.
