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Barb Nimchuk

Office Manager

Barb is originally from Prince George, BC where she graduated with the highest clinical standing from the College of New Caledonia Dental Hygiene program. Over the last 15 years, she has worked in private practice, education, community health, and now as office manager. Her past volunteer positions with the College of Dental Hygienists and the British Columbia Dental Hygienist Association have given her valuable experiences in her profession. She currently volunteers as a fitness instructor and as a Board member for the Steveston Community Society. When not managing the office, Barb enjoys running, cycling, and spending time with her husband and three children in beautiful Steveston.

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Monica Watson

Accounts Manager

Monica was born in Vancouver and now lives in Delta with her husband Jason. She is a graduate of the British Columbia Institute of Technology dental reception program and holds a diploma from an International Studies Program. Monica’s smiling voice is the first thing you’ll hear when you phone or walk in the door. In her spare time she loves to ski, travel and decorate.

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Janice Defreitas

Treatment Coordinator

Janice is originally from Ontario and moved to British Columbia with her family in 1977. She started her career in dentistry as a dental assistant and has since changed her position to dental receptionist. Janice is happily married with two children and enjoys reading, movies, horseback riding and camping.

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Brittney Britt

Scheduling Coordinator

Brittney was born in Calgary but was raised in Richmond. She is currently a student at at Kwantlen University College studying her third year of Psychology. Brittney enjoys staying active by doing yoga, pilates, and being outdoors. Her passions are travelling and being an active volunteer at her church, St. Joseph the Worker.

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Natalie Carrier-Denis

Registered Dental Hygienist

Natalie is originally from Quebec City but has called Vancouver home since 1989.  She brings along with her sixteen years of experience and knowledge in general, periodontal and cosmetic dentistry.  In her spare time she loves to play golf and travel the world.

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Rachel Chanthaboury

Registered Dental Hygienist

Rachel was born in Abbotsford but has called Vancouver her home for the last several years. She attended the University College of the Fraser Valley before graduating from the Vancouver Community College Dental Hygiene program. She also holds a Bachelor in Dental Science from the University of British Columbia. Rachel loves to stay active and enjoys outdoor activities such as jogging, swimming and snowboarding. She also enjoys traveling the world and experiencing different cultures.

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Joanne Liang-Cheung

Registered Dental Hygienist

Joanne was born and raised in Richmond. She attended Simon Fraser University and completed her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. A couple years later, Joanne completed her Dental Hygiene diploma in Toronto and has been working at Ironwood Dental ever since. In her spare time, Joanne enjoys spending time with family and friends and staying active.

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Alyssa Liem

Registered Dental Hygienist

Born and raised in Richmond, Alyssa attended the UBC direct entry Dental Hygiene program before spending two years clinically at Vancouver Community College. She graduated top of her class both academically and clinically and is currently finishing her Bachelor’s degree in Dental Sciences at UBC. Alyssa loves to travel and spending time with friends and family. She is looking forward to joining dental humanitarian projects in the future and is always ready to learn new skills and engage in new activities.

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Lana Rudakor

Certified Dental Assistant

Lana is originally from Russia where she worked as a Mechanical Engineer. In 1995 her and her family moved to Vancouver, where she studied at Vancouver Community College to become a certfied Dental Assistant. Lana joined Ironwood Dental in 2001 and enjoys interaction with patients. Not only does she assist clinically, but she also does lots of work in the reception area as well. Lana likes to spend time with her husband and children traveling, swimming and reading.

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Katie Luxton

Certified Dental Assistant

Katie was born in Oakville, Ontario, but has lived in Richmond since she was a young child. She has completed the dental assisting program at the Vancouver Community College, as well as received training both nationally and internationally. In her spare time, Katie enjoys being with her family and friends, going to the gym, and being outdoors.

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Courtney Russell

Certified Dental Assistant

Courtney was born in Vancouver and has lived there ever since. She graduated from the Certified Dental Assisting program at Vancouver Community College in 2007. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing and travelling.

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Patricia Li

Certified Dental Assistant

Patricia was born and raised in Havana, Cuba. She graduated from CDI college in Vancouver and really enjoys being a dental assistant. When it comes to her patients, she believes in treating them with respect, tender-loving care and pampering. In her free time she likes to dance, play tennis, rollerblade and spend time with her family.

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