Meet Our Staff

	Fran Van Dekken Position: Practice Administrator Certifications: Many Continuing Ed Courses in leadership and management over my 30 years experience in the dental field. Days in office: Monday-Thursday How long have you been with WSPD? 6 years Hobbies/Likes: A great passion for interior design, dentistry, shopping and great movies.

	Joanie Barberic Position: Accounts Receivable Manager Days in office: Monday-Friday How long have you been with WSPD? Levin and Houghtaling 8 years, WSPD 6 years. Hobbies/Likes: Spending time with my husband and children, walking, reading, and bicycling. Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? " I enjoy helping the children and their parents attain dental health with my fellow co-workers in a friendly, kind and professional atmosphere. There is nothing better than seeing the bright smiling faces of the children everyday."

	Victoria Alba Position: Receptionist/Tooth Fairy Days in office: Monday- Friday How long have you been with WSPD? 3 years Hobbies/Likes: I love spending time with my 6 children and 5 grandchildren. I like biking, walking, dancing, and music. Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "My favorite part is seeing how happy the children are to come to the Dentist. Also, I work with a wonderful group of people."

	Wende Turton Position: Account/Insurance Representative Days in office: Monday- Friday How long have you been with WSPD? 3 years Hobbies/Likes: Walking/hiking, live music, paranormal investigations, and spending time with my two daughters. Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "I enjoy working here because the whole staff understands the importance of giving kids the best first impression of a dental visit. The doctors are all here for the right reasons."

	Cindy Smith Position: Schedule Coordinator Days in office: Monday-Wednesday How long have you been with WSPD? 3 years Hobbies/Likes: I like spending time with my family and friends. I enjoy reading, wine tasting, walking, and playing with my grandchildren! Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "My co-workers are alot of fun to be around. It is a very fun, relaxing environment."

	Andrea Huber Position: Appointment/Treatment Coordinator Days in office: Monday-Friday How long have you been with WSPD? 1 year Hobbies/Likes: Running, country music, spending time with my newborn! Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "I enjoy working with children and I love the people I work with. Winning Smiles is a family work environment!"

	Lee Ann Dotzler Position: Registered Dental Hygienist/ Clinical Manager Certifications: CPR, and infection control Days in office: Monday-Friday How long have you been with WSPD? Levin & Houghtaling office 23 years, WSPD 6 years Hobbies/Likes: Married for 30 years with 2 grown sons. I enjoy gardening, biking, and yoga. Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "The patients are great and the opportunity to learn and grow is on-going."

	Mary Wiegand Position: Registered Dental Hygienist Certifications: CPR and infection control Days in office: Monday-Friday How long have you been with WSPD? Levin & Houghtaling office previously, WSPD 6 years Hobbies/Likes: Cooking, gardening, reading, golf, traveling with my husband Bob. Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "Every day is an adventure. I love watching the children grow!"

	Marcia Skrzeczkowski Position: Dental Hygienist/OSHA Coordinator Certifications: CPR and infection control Days in office: Monday- Friday How long have you been with WSPD? 6 years Hobbies/Likes: Spending time with my 3 daughters and granddaughter , shopping, biking, walking, and Buffalo Bills football! Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "I enjoy working with the kids, they make me smile! My Job is very rewarding, I love making their dental visits a positive experience!"

	Sally Sprada Position: Dental Hygienist How long have you been with WSPD? 30 years with Levin and Houghtaling, WSPD for 6 years Hobbies: Going on walks, gourmet cooking, gardening, concerts and performances, and volunteering at Shea’s Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? “I love the kids and seeing them grow. Great to work with the latest dental technology!”

	Sarah Schumacher Position: Dental Hygienist Certifications: CPR and infection control Days in office: Monday-Friday How long have you been with WSPD? 3 years Hobbies/Likes: Being around my friends, going on outdoor adventures, astrology and arts and crafts. Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "I love watching the kids mature and impress themselves as they become more confident and independent."

	Lindsy Yeager Position: Dental Assistant Certifications: NYS Board Certified, CPR, currently enrolled in the ADAPT program at UB for license. Days in office: Monday-Friday How long have you been with WSPD? 5 years Hobbies/ Likes: Love to hangout with my kids, two dogs and cat. When not working, I enjoy camping, listening to live music, and gardening. Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "I enjoy interacting with kids. It's rewarding when you can give the kids an enjoyable experience and build a relationship with them that effects their dental health for a lifetime."

	Jennifer Reid Position: Dental Assistant Certifications: CPR and Infection Control Days in office: Monday-Friday How long have you been with WSPD? 1 year Hobbies/Likes: Dancing, reading, and spending time with my two daughters, Ally and Cameron. Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "I enjoy making the kids' trip to the Dentist a positive experience."

	Rachelle Zelasko Position: Dental Hygienist Days in office: Monday-Friday How long have you been with WSPD? New hire 2012! Hobbies/Likes: Cooking, reading, and spending time with friends, family, and her two dogs! Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "The staff makes going to the dentist fun with an enjoyable environment. I enjoy working with the kids and I look forward to gaining a relationship with them as well as the parents."

	Chelsea Merlo Position: Professional Relations Coordinator Days in office: Monday-Friday How long have you been with WSPD? New hire 2012! Hobbies/Likes: Cooking, ballet, playing bass and trombone with my bands, and working on my house. Why do you enjoy working for WSPD? "Everyone at Winning Smiles has been so welcoming and helpful. I'm looking forward to getting to know our patients and their families!"