“I chose a career in health care, specifically oral and maxillofacial surgery, because it involves a challenging combination of medicine, surgery and artistic vision. In addition, it gives me the ability to help patients gain freedom from painful dental conditions and improve the appearance and function of their smiles. To do this, I’ve made sure that I have the educational background and up-to-date training to give my patients the best care possible. This includes residency training in oral and maxillofacial surgery. I also complete many hours of continuing education each year and maintain membership in many professional organizations.

“I believe the best care means treating patients with empathy and compassion. I like to spend time with my patients, answering their questions and thoroughly explaining any recommended treatment. I find that educating my patients can help alleviate any fears they may have, plus it makes for better overall treatment.”

• Diplomate: American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Fellow: American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
• Residency: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Naval Hospital, Portsmouth, VA
• Residency: Comprehensive Dentistry, National Naval Dental Center, National Naval Dental Center, Naval Hospital, Bethesda, MD
• Internship: General Practice, Naval Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
• DDS: West Virginia University School of Dentistry, Morgantown, WV
• Member: American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, American College of Oral Implantology, American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, American Society of Osseointegration, Academy of Laser Dentistry, American Dental Association
• Hospital affiliations: Oak Hill Hospital, Helen Ellis Memorial Hospital, Spring Hill Regional Hospital, Mease Health Care