Member Spotlight: Get to know Dr. Hannah Draver, Team Dentist of the Milwaukee Admirals

Tell us about yourself! What is your background and how did you get into dentistry? I am a lifelong Milwaukee resident and Marquette fan! I grew up in Shorewood, WI, just a few blocks from the practice I now own. I went to high school at Divine Savior Holy Angels in Milwaukee, then attended University… Continue Reading Member Spotlight: Get to know Dr. Hannah Draver, Team Dentist of the Milwaukee Admirals

Finding opportunity and fulfillment in rural and tribal dentistry

Growing up in a small town in western North Dakota, Dr. Matt Charging found working as a dentist in a rural area to be a natural fit. Since graduating from dental school at the University of Minnesota in 2015, Dr. Charging has been serving as an Indian Health Service (IHS) dentist at the Menominee Tribal… Continue Reading Finding opportunity and fulfillment in rural and tribal dentistry

Member spotlight: Dr. Peter Sheild (Oconomowoc)

When Dr. Peter Sheild (Oconomowoc) retired from his general dentistry practice in 2016, his plans included muskie fishing and snowmobiling in Vilas County, as well as continuing to volunteer, exercise, and spend time with his wife and family in Oconomowoc. Six years later, he’s a published author, with two books and a second career as… Continue Reading Member spotlight: Dr. Peter Sheild (Oconomowoc)

Giving back in a wild way

A recently retired general dentist from Wauwatosa, Dr. John Scheels has been a Wisconsin Dental Association member for 48 years. If you know him, then you probably know that for over 40 years of his career, he has been serving as the primary dental consultant for the animals at the Milwaukee County Zoo.      Dr.… Continue Reading Giving back in a wild way

Member spotlight: Dr. Jay Banez (Delavan, Whitewater)

Chair, WDA Communications Committee (Committee member since 2018) 1. You are starting your first year as Chair of the WDA Communications Committee. What are you most looking forward to in this new role? It’s an honor to represent my peers and colleagues and serve in the capacity as Chair of the Communications Committee. I most… Continue Reading Member spotlight: Dr. Jay Banez (Delavan, Whitewater)

Editorial Advisory Board member spotlight: Carrey Spencer, RDH, BSDH (Oconomowoc)

Editorial Advisory Board member since November 2020 Who/what has inspired you in your career? I have been a dental hygienist for over 23 years. My sister-in-law introduced me to dental hygiene and I have never looked back. I cannot imagine doing anything else. A volunteer experience at the Tri-County Dental Clinic changed my path. It… Continue Reading Editorial Advisory Board member spotlight: Carrey Spencer, RDH, BSDH (Oconomowoc)

Olympic-level sailing, skiing, painting, music and more part of Racine dentist’s busy lifestyle

Growing up, Dr. Gary Chu (Racine) loved his ortho­dontist, Dr. Peter Syndroy. Not only was his friend­ly and personable chairside manner a trait that Dr. Chu wanted to emulate in his own career one day, but Dr. Syndroy’s lifestyle outside of work also sparked interest. “Due to his patient schedule, he was able to go… Continue Reading Olympic-level sailing, skiing, painting, music and more part of Racine dentist’s busy lifestyle

Member spotlight: Dr. Cate Brumm (Madison)

Editorial Advisory Board member since 2017 1.   Who/what has inspired you in your career? My best friend’s dad was my childhood dentist. He’s been a phenomenal inspiration and mentor. Also, my favorite dental school faculty member, Dr. Rajaram Gopalakrishnan, for his amazing advice. 2.    What has been the greatest challenge in your career? Student loan… Continue Reading Member spotlight: Dr. Cate Brumm (Madison)