BARBARA

I am Barbara and I have been Dr. Meyerding's Office Manager since 2002. I love the people I work with, patients and staff.  I am here to help you in any way I can!  I know dental appointments may not be top on your list of fun, but at least the staff will be!

My prior career was in the Medical field where I worked with the well known neurosurgeon James E. Dunn II, MD for 25 years until he retired in 2002.  I am proud of my involvement in the development of the Pacific Spine and Pain Center in Ashland, which helped many people in the Rogue Valley with chronic and acute back and neck problems. 

I grew up traveling around the world.  My father graduated from West Point in 1943.  Our family of 8 lived in 7 different states and 4 countries (Japan, England, France and Germany) while I was growing up.  I received my Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Florida.  Go GATORS!!  I have continued taking classes at SOU and love it. 

I moved here to the Rogue Valley in 1976 where I raised a beautiful family on our 16 acre ranch off Wagner Creek. My girls, their families and my 6 grandchildren (how did that happen??) live here in the Rogue Valley. In 2002 my husband and I moved into Medford. Now when I am not at work, I am snow skiing, sailing, traveling or riding my Quarter Horse Clark!  My husband and I share our home with our 2 Jack Russells, Bailey and Rita.

 
SHANNON

My name is Shannon.  I have been Dr. Meyerding's full time Dental Hygienist since 2001. I received  a B.S. in Dental Hygiene in 2001 from the Oregon Institue of Technology.  I have worked in the field of dentistry for 14 years, the last 8 as a Dental Hygienist. 

In my free time, I enjoy riding and showing my Paint horse Cooper, walking my 2 greyhounds, Trudi & Bull, and my Jack Russell, Chief, doing Jazzercise, and spending time with my wonderful husband, Jeremy.  We also enjoy our 2 tortoises, Huey & J.T., and our parrot Cha Cha.

 
VICKI

I  am the dental hygienist who only comes once a month from the Klamath Falls area.  I have had the pleasure of working with Dr. Meyerding since March of 2001.  I am retired, but Dr. Meyerding and Barbara sweet talk me to work two days a month.  I must admit the great patients and wonderful staff makes it hard for me to hang up my scalers. 

Our family moved to Klamath Falls in 1985 when my husband transfered from Nevada (Reno) to the Oregon Air National Guard and retired in January 2007 after 37 years of service.  I had been a pharmacy technician and continued doing that career after we moved.  I went back to school at Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) receiving a Dental Hygiene Bachelor of Science degree in 1994.  My experience working with a periodontist in Klamath Falls for 9 ½ years along with teaching at OIT for 3 years led me to focus on periodontitis. Helping patients problem solve to regain healthy oral hygiene in their busy lives has become my goal.

We are very blessed to have a son, daughter whom has just received her degree in dental hygiene and two dogs.  When I am not at the office, we travel and spend time in the outdoors.  I treasure time with family and friends for making lasting memories.

 
MICHELLE

I am Michelle.  I have been Dr. Meyerding's Dental Assistant since 2005.  While working here, I have received my EFDA (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant) Certification through Deb Silva's dental assisting classes. 

I am originally from Southern California and moved to Medford 12 years ago.

When I am not working I enjoy spending time at home with my boyfriend James and our two cats Shasta and Molly.  I also enjoy going to Jazzercise, long walks, going to the coast, relaxing with a movie, shopping, cooking and spending time with friends and family.  And let us not forget Wii fun time!

 
TIFFANY

My name is Tiffany.  I am a Dental Assistant at the office.  I have worked in the dental field for a little over a year and have been employed by Dr. Meyerding since January 2009.  I received my dental assisting education at SODAE, a local dental assisting school which is taught by Deb Silva.  I received my EFDA certification in December 2009. 

Prior to working in the dental field, I worked as a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) in various health care settings for 6 1/2 years.  I feel a great deal of satisfaction working with the public in the health care field as I feel it gives my life meaning and a purpose.

When I am not working, I am usually engaged in some sort of family activity with my children.  My interests include: shopping, road trips, comedy, music, shoes, movies, friends and family.

 
MARIE

My name is Marie and I am the newest addition to Dr. Meyerding's staff. I am probably the first person you will see when you walk into the office.  I have been working as the office receptionist since the beginning of July, after I moved back to Southern Oregon from Portland. I have been in the dental field for over two years.

I enjoy traveling, and have been to thirteen foreign countries so far, including my year-long study abroad in Poitiers, France.  I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree in English and French in 2005 from Southern Oregon University, and I received my Master's in Arts Degree in Writing from Portland State University in 2009.

In my free time, I enjoy hiking, biking, running, as well as my many craft projects and spending time with my husband, Ben. We were married in September, 2009!