Kaelin, a graduate of the University of Minnesota, has been practicing dentistry since 2003. He is a proud member of the ADA, AAID, MDA and the GSDS. Outside of dentistry, Kaelin spends his time with his three sons, Donovan, Drew and Daniel, and his wife, Teresa. Kaelin is also an avid runner, bicyclist, and swimmer.

With his experience and dedication, it is no surprise that 417 Magazine has voted Dr. Kaelin “Top Dentist” for several years.

With over 35 years invested in the business of catering to cowards, it's safe to say Dr. Ker knows his profession. From his graduate work at St.Louis University, to a three year stint with the Navy in Vietnam, this smile saver knew back then what he wanted... his own practice. Dr. Ker's love for dentistry is widely apparent throughout his offices; however, this father of two doesn't spend all of his time telling patients to bite and spit.  An avid outdoorsman, Dr. Ker also loves water skiing, boating and hunting.

Dr. Anderson comes to us all the way from North Dakota and has been an outstanding addition to our practice.  Practicing dentistry since 1998, an ex-Marine, he is a graduate of Marquette University School of Dentistry. In his spare time Dr. Anderson enjoys playing the piano, golfing and swimming.

Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, Dr. Patel moved to Springfield after completing dental school at Creighton University—along with more than a year of experience in the dental field. During his undergrad studies, he realized he wanted to practice dentistry, and now he continues his career at Northside Dental Clinic and James River Dental. When Dr. Patel isn’t working, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Anjali.

Hyunah, a member of the American Dental Hygiene Association,  grew up in Springfield, MO. She graduated from UMKC with a BS in Dental Hygiene.  She loves working in the dental field and being able to build a rapport with her patients to help improve their oral health. Hyunah enjoys scrapbooking and spending time with her family and friends

Laura grew up in Ozark, MO. She completed her Dental Hygiene education at OTC and received her Bachelor of Health Science from Missouri Southern State University, Joplin in 2006. Laura practiced hygiene in Rolla for one year before moving to Springfield where she joined the Northside Dental team. She is very happy to be back in Southwest, MO with her family and friends. Laura loves her patients and likes being on the preventive side of the dental field. She enjoys being outdoors, boating, swimming, gardening, and playing Frisbee with her dog, Shadow.

Lori grew up in Missouri but moved all over the country before she decided to come back home to the Ozarks. She has worked in the healthcare field, in some capacity, since 2004. Lori is a graduate of the OTC Dental Hygiene Program and loves the gratification of helping others.

An RDA Graduate from Vatterott College in 2001, Margarett is a mother of two great kids and she loves her job.

Crystal graduated from Vatterott College as an R.D.A. in 2005. She enjoys spending time with her son, and in her spare time she enjoys floating, camping and spending time with her dog, Jack.

Emily graduated from Vatterott College as a R.D.A. in 2008. She received her Expanded Functions training in 2009. She enjoys spicy, salty snacks and spending time with her friends, family and her pets.

Michelle got her start at Omar Gibson Vo-Tech and has been working as a dental assistant since 1992.

Shana is a Certified Dental Assistant with expanded functions. She began working with Dr. Kaelin in 2005 after completing her Dental Assisting education at OTC. She enjoys spending time with her family, reading and taking pictures.

Joni brings immeasurable experience to Dr. Ker's staff. She got her start in the tropics at the College of the Virgin Islands, and has been working with Dr. Ker since 1986. This mother of three also enjoys sailing and spending time with her grandchildren.

Amy is originally from Wichita, Kansas. She gratuated as an RDA from Vatterott in 2010 and has one child, Wyatt. Amy loves being outside, swimming and going to the lake.

Michele is a Missouri State University graduate of Accountancy & Business. She loves supporting the dedicated professionals who provide awesome dental care to the patients of Northside Dental Clinic and James River Dental. She enjoys spending her free time with her family.

Sheri, or "Lemmie" to her friends, was an optician before going into dentistry in 2000. She loves the dental field and says she has never regretted the change. Sheri "wears many hats" around the office; she handles all patient accounts and insurance issues, as well as all public relations and coordinating of special events for both locations. Sheri loves staying busy and spending time with her fiance and two daughters.

Josie grew up in Republic, MO and graduated from Vatterott College in 2007. She enjoys movies and going on walks.

After working in the banking and real estate industries, Amber has made a move to the dental field and loves seeing people smile! She is known as the "coupon queen" and is always searching for her next bargain.

Kyleigh grew up in Sparta, MO. Outside of work, she spends her time with her husband, Kyles, and her daughter, Adeline. She enjoys sewing and making things for her daugther and her home.

Ed has been a lab technician since 1989. He got his training through Swissedent in Chicago, Illinois. In his spare time he enjoys riding four-wheelers, hunting, fishing, and camping.