1990 - Present

PAYNE DENTAL ASSOCIATES, Bellingham, WA

Owner-General Practice

·     Purchased large dental practice through a leveraged buy-out.

·     Determined and successfully implemented long-term growth strategies.

·     Supervised a staff consisting of two other dentists and six support personnel.

·     Provided comprehensive care for over 2000 patients.

·     Lead the office in steadily increasing production and revenues.

·     Updated practice and computerized equipment.

·     Presently facilitating transition of practice to new owner.

1988 - 1990

SEATTLE UNIVERSITY DENTAL SCHOOL, Seattle, WA

Clinical Instructor and Assistant Dental Clinic Director

·     Supervised clinic with rotating groups of dental students and support personnel

·     Evaluated student performance via videotape voice-overs and written reports.

·     Annually analyzed financial viability of clinic, instituted regularly revised plans to increase profitability, and managed business related activities.

1986 - 1988

UNIFIED DENTAL CENTERS, Moses Lake, WA

Dentist

·     Provided comprehensive dental care and trained staff members.

·     Developed marketing plan, established and allocated marketing budget, and oversaw business operations of practice composed of one dentist, one hygienist, and one support professional.

1981 - 1986

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON, Seattle, WA

Instructor of Clinical Periodontics

·     Supervised small groups of students during their first contact with patients.

·     Developed lessons, demonstrated periodontal procedures, and evaluated students.

1981

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY, Seattle, WA 

Doctor of Dental Surgery

·     Completed comprehensive studies, including 2000 hours of clinical experience

·     Graduated 10th in a class of 400.

·     Served as Mentor for 1st and 2nd Year Students.

1977

SEATTLE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, Seattle, WA 

Bachelor of Science Degree, Biology