Dr. Lisa is originally from Fredericksburg, VA. She completed her Bachelor's of Science in Education from the University of Virginia in 2001 and then earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree with Distinction from the University of Kentucky. While in dental school she was actively involved in the new student selection committee, Saturday morning pediatric clinics, and invited into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society.
In 2007, Dr. Lisa completed a pediatric dental residency program at the University of Kentucky. This residency emphasized treating children with special needs, the pharmacological management of children, and how to manage their developing dentition. Dr. Lisa also had the opportunity to travel to Tiquisite, Guatemala on a mission trip to provide dental services to the underserved.
After completing her residency Dr. Lisa moved to Phoenix, AZ and began working in a large group practice where she focuses on the needs of the young pediatric patients. In 2012 Dr. Lisa became a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She is a member of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, Arizona Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and holds her PALS and ACLS certifications. In spring 2015, Dr. Lisa joined Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry where together with Dr. Olga will provide pediatric dental services to the children of West Valley, particularly cities of Goodyear and Surprise.
While away from the office, Dr. Lisa enjoys spending time with her husband Jason, daughter Kenzie (2 yrs), son Maxwell (8 months), and their two dogs Ziggy and Fonzie.