Meet the Team
Ann – Winner of the 2009 Burning Rubber Award
NTFOS proudly welcomed Ann to the practice in 2008. You’ll notice that Ann has many talents – honed through previous experience as an office manager in the healthcare field – that include smoothly guiding you through the financial aspects of reaching your treatment goals. Ann’s genius for explaining complex information in a clear manner is a boon for patients and staff alike. Outside of work, Ann enjoys playing games and relaxing with her husband James; daughters Angel, Kristian, and Faith; and son Matthew. She also enjoys working out and reading.
Brie
Always upbeat, Brie immediately places patients at ease while performing her duties as a surgical assistant. Her love of people and commitment to healthcare is evidenced by her previous careers which included working as an audiology tech, nurse tech, and martial arts instructor. The special people in Brie’s life include her parents, siblings, nephew Vincent, and husband John. She is a black belt in martial arts, enjoys finger-painting, and is very involved with church activities and community outreach programs.
Carrie
Carrie brings twelve years of executive assistant/office management experience to NTFOS. She uses this experience and her training in insurance billing and coding to help patients complete their treatment while maximizing their insurance savings. Carrie spends her free time with her family, friends, and pet cat Cali. She also enjoys volunteering at church and CCA, as well as traveling wherever there’s a beach. She would love to live in Hawaii!
Christina – Winner of the 2010 Rising Star Award
As a CPR-certified Registered Dental Assistant, Christina is a skillful member of the NTFOS surgical team who previously worked in retail while attending school full time. Christina energetically optimizes patient care by being with patients from the moment they walk in the door until they complete their treatment in the office or hospital. Outside of work, Christina loves vacationing with her family (and dogs Rascal and Kane) in the Colorado Mountains, helping at her Grandpa’s ranch, horseback riding, and playing on 4-wheelers. Close to her family and good with her hands, Christina also enjoys helping her Dad “do mechanic work” on trucks.
Christina
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Faushia – Winner of the 2007 Megaphone Award
Faushia has many years of experience in healthcare and insurance industries, which she puts to good use by making each patient’s visit a delight. Her career interest and training in customer service are her way of life. Faushia’s free time is spent with her beautiful daughter Grace, extended family, friends, and their adorable cat Minxi. She also enjoys spin classes, shoe shopping, walking for fundraisers, and events at her church.
Frances
Frances’ relationship with NTFOS began as a patient, where she says “everyone was very kind and always willing to help in any way”. Before joining the team, she worked as an assistant manager for Walgreens and as a teller in the banking industry. She graduated from Colleyville Heritage as a Texas Scholar and continued her education at North Lake. In her free time, Frances enjoys various outdoor activities, movies, baking, reading, and shopping with family and friends. She and Bryan, dog lovers, have three dogs named Bru, Jax, and Shay. Frances loves to travel and looks forward to visiting Europe one day.
Jalah – Winner of the 2009 High Jump Award
Jalah graciously delivers good old-fashioned Texas hospitality as she helps patients attend to the scheduling and financial details of completing their treatment. Her genuine love of life touches many people, including those from her previous careers in related industries. Jalah has a passion for shopping, traveling, and outdoor activities, including watching sports. When not spending time with her family (parents David and Bernice and boyfriend Steve), she dotes on her two cats, Boudreaux and Petite. Jalah, who works in our Keller office, enthusiastically looks forward to serving your needs.
Jamie -Winner of the 2011 Happy To Do It Award.
Jamie is an experienced surgical assistant who has worked in oral surgery since 2005. Education is a priority for Jamie, who is a Registered Dental Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, and CPR and nitrous oxide certified. Jamie enjoys spending time with her nieces Kaley and Katelyn, as well as her talented husband, Josh, who is pursuing a career as a vocalist. Aside from expanding her frog collection, Jamie loves to work out, go on bike rides, shop, and spend time with her extended family and close friends. Jamie is the winner of the 2011 Happy To Do It Award.
Jeanneth
Jeanneth says that she loves coming to work every day because it’s like working with family. She is a Registered Dental Assistant who previously worked as a vet tech, where she deepened her love of human teeth. Jeanneth loves hosting parties and dinners for family and friends and spending time with her two younger sisters, Sandy and Ashley, and her three small dogs. She loves her Filipino heritage and has been to the Philippines several times. Jeanneth says “A goal I live by is to try to make everyone I meet laugh once; you never know how it can change their life.
Jill – Winner of the 2011 Building It Bigger Award
When Jill, a Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Assistant, joined NTFOS in 1995, she was already enjoying a successful career in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Among her notable achievements include certifications in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and nitrous oxide monitoring. Jill has also completed the AAOMS anesthesia assisting program. Jill’s special interest in dental implants makes her a great source of information for patients who wish to achieve their smile goals utilizing implants. When not working, Jill enjoys reading and spending time with her husband, Ray, daughter, Ashley, and family pet, Bandit.
Kathy – Winner of the 2009 Harmony Award
Kathy moved to Texas in 1985 after graduating from Hawkeye Institute in Iowa and completing an internship in oral surgery assisting. She has been passionately helping oral surgery patients for 30 years! Kathy is certified in basic life support and is an AAOMS Certified Anesthesia Assistant. Away from work, Kathy enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her husband Randy and their beautiful daughter Whitney.
Katie
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Kelley
Kelley, a Registered Dental Assistant, has been a valuable part of the NTFOS family since February 2005. After she and her husband Doug welcomed Kylie, their Miracle Baby Blessing from God, Kelley returned and has been helping renew patient smiles through her position as Implant Treatment Coordinator. Kelley also touches people’s lives away from work by leading worship music at her church. She writes music and will soon release a Christian contemporary CD. Obviously Kelley is very busy, but she can sometimes make time to mountain bike, shop, and travel.
Lindy
Lindy brings great experience to the NTFOS team after working in prosthodontics and general dentistry for a number of years. She says she loves working with everyone at NTFOS and especially appreciates the continued training. “I know what it feels like to be a patient; so I make it my goal to put patients at ease and to make their experience as enjoyable as possible” says Lindy. She is an RDA, and has certifications in DAANCE, nitrous oxide monitoring and CPR. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family (husband Chris and son Braden), reading, working out, cooking, and music. And let’s not forget Clowning!
Lisa
Lisa joined NTFOS in 1996 and has earned numerous career milestones since then. She is a Registered Dental Assistant and is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life support, and nitrous oxide monitoring. She also completed the AAOMS anesthesia assistant training program. Lisa uses her extensive training to help patients achieve their dental implant goals. When not at work, Lisa and her husband Bear treasure spending time with their sweet little blessing Kayli.
Liz – Winner of the 2010 Beautiful Blossom Award
Having spent many years in the mortgage and credit industry, Elizabeth (Liz) is talented at helping patients navigate their financial options. Patients love the way she clarifies insurance information so that it’s easy to make informed decisions. Elizabeth has a passion for singing, writing songs, watching movies, and spending time with family (including children Bianca and Christian) and friends. She frequently volunteers at her church’s bookstore. The next time you’re in Grapevine, ask Liz about the relaxed beach lifestyle she enjoyed during her five years in Guam.
Lizeth
Lizeth brings a total of 12 years industry experience to our patients and she puts that experience to work for patients seen in the Keller office. She and her family love baseball (her husband plays) and the Texas Rangers. When not helping patients, Lizeth enjoys spending time with her family, including daughters Cassandra, Melanie and Giulianna (named after hubby Julian). Lizeth says that she “loves the people she works with and the excellent customer service skills” at NTFOS.
Sharon – Winner of the 2011 Sweetie Pie Award
Sharon joined NTFOS in 2000 after over eleven years as an administrative secretary with Baylor, where she honed her skills in guest relations. She continues her love of customer service by working with our patients and referring offices to make certain their oral and maxillofacial surgery needs are met. Sharon’s passions include reading/writing and volunteering at her church. In her free time, Sharon loves spending time with her children and granddaughter and keeping up with their many activities. Sharon is famous for her Granddad’s dip. Ask her for the recipe!
Stephanie – Winner of the 2010 Smooth Sailing Award
Stephanie honed her first-class customer service skills while working in her family’s business. Patients notice her friendliness and hospitality, which puts them at ease the moment they walk through the door. Stephanie loves spending time with her niece Macy and nephews Jamie, Drue, and Gabe. Her other interests include reading good books (which keep her awake at night), wakeboarding, getting pedicures, and crocheting soon-to-be family heirlooms.
Susan
Susan has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Southern Mississippi and her MBA from Texas Woman’s University. She has spent her entire career in healthcare management and has been with NTFOS since 2000. Susan believes in unabashedly serving people and is delighted to help and support NTFOS’s patients, referring doctors, surgeons, and team members. When not working or furthering her education, Susan spends her time volunteering, enjoying the arts, relaxing with her family, gardening, and traveling.
Tiffany
Tiffany has been in healthcare for five years and says “Northern Texas Facial and Oral surgery is a great place to work because I love how we make sure our patients have the best experience possible. I also enjoy all the friendly and positive people”. She looks forward to continuing her education by pursuing a degree in business. During their free time, Tiffany, husband Jose, and daughter Layla enjoy spending time together and look forward to their newest family member who is due to arrive in April. Tiffany also likes Zumba, which gives her an excuse to dance! She looks forward to one day visiting Spain and Italy.
Trish
Trish joined the NTFOS Team in 2011 after working for five years in oral surgery as a Registered Dental Assistant. Trish has a servant’s heart and displays this by her kindness and compassion toward our patients. She also volunteers at a local soup kitchen and shows her “creative side” by knitting scarves for the homeless to hand out on Thanksgiving Day. Trish loves to spend her free time with her two daughters Rylie & Emylie, working on crafts and taking walks with the family dogs Oz and Auntie Em. I bet you can guess what her favorite movie is!
Wendy – Winner of the 2008 Rose To The Occasion Award
Wendy joined the NTFOS team as an insurance specialist after a distinguished career in the mortgage banking industry. Patients appreciate Wendy’s attention to detail as she helps them maximize their insurance benefits. She and her husband Charles enjoy spending time with their two daughters Lauren and Kaylea as well as their mini dachshunds Maggie and Macy. Wendy also enjoys decorating, shopping, and working with the children at her church.
