Jen is a 1999 graduate of the University of South Dakota with degrees in Nursing, Psychology and Dental Hygiene. Jen received her master’s degree in dental hygiene from the University of Minnesota in 2013. She was previously an adjunct professor of dental hygiene at the University of Minnesota where she lectured, worked hands on with…
Dr. Josie Dovidio is a long-time dentist, registered yoga teacher and certified wellness consultant. After 22 years, she made the difficult decision to sell her practice, in order to address health issues related to the prolonged physical and mental stress inherent to dentistry. She now helps dental professionals “undo” what dentistry does to the body,…
Dr. Sadie Mestman is a seasoned dentist and dedicated mentor with decades of experience in clinical practice and community health education. With strong ties to Head Start programs, Sadie is passionate about guiding individuals interested in dentistry, especially those committed to serving underserved communities. She emphasizes hiring and mentoring future dental professionals, offering them pathways…
After earning her BS in Dental Hygiene from USC, Dr. Holden found her calling in a pediatric dental office in Beverly Hills. After five years, she returned to USC to earn her DDS and a certificate in Pediatric Dentistry. She was fortunate to return to the same practice for a year as an associate before…
Mia L. Geisinger, DDS, MS is a Professor, Director of Advanced Education in Periodontology, and Acting Chair of the Department of Periodontology in the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Dr. Geisinger received her BS in Biology from Duke University, her DDS from Columbia University School of Dental Medicine, and her MS and Certificate in…
Ankur A Gupta, DDS, after completing a one-year GPR in Cleveland, started a practice from scratch in 2005. Armed with what he considered adequate dental knowledge, hand skills, and a personable demeanor, he watched as his practice floundered, finances became un-predictable, and his lower back and spirit toward his profession became worrisome. Rather than continue the trend,…
Adriana is an online fitness and nutrition coach, a full-time high school math teacher, and a mother of three. After the birth of her third child, Adriana felt lost in the demands of family life and her career. Determined to rediscover herself, she embarked on a transformative journey through healthy eating and strength training. Today,…
Dr. Kurthy has practiced in Southern California for 46 years. He graduated with highest honors from Fairleigh Dickinson University School of Dentistry in 1978 and completed a GP residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. Dr Kurthy’s 48 years of research & development include laser and surgical periodontal bone regeneration; endodontic surgery, including bone regeneration and repair of…
Dr. Layla Lohmann is a mom of 2 young kids, a wife, a dentist and the co-founder and Clinical Director of Apex Dental Partners. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Oklahoma and graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. She has served on the clinical faculty for Texas A&M College…
Victoria Ferguson is a Financial Advisor and CFP®. She earned a degree in Finance from the University of Utah and has a background in women’s wealth, holistic financial planning, and building a strong financial foundation. Victoria enjoys providing the tools and resources for clients so they can make educated financial decisions they feel good about….