Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Su-Young Jane Choi, DDS, is an experienced dentist serving patients at WA Dental in Federal Way, Washington.
Dr. Choi was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and raised in South Korea in a family of two children. She graduated cum laude in 2014 with a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington. After graduation, Dr. Choi moved to New York and received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the New York University College of Dentistry in New York City, New York.
Throughout dental school, she developed a deep commitment and appreciation for caring for the underserved by participating in dental mission trips. As a member of a nonprofit Christian organization named SOMA, Dr. Choi treated numerous underprivileged patients in Oaxaca, Mexico.
When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Choi enjoys listening to music, watching movies, cooking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. She also enjoys outdoor activities, like hiking, running, and camping.
Dr. Choi looks forward to serving new and current patients at WA Dental.
Junkyung Lee, DMD, is a compassionate general dentist at University Place Smiles in University Place, Washington. After graduating from a competitive dental school in the Northwest, she moved to Washington to be close to her family and friends.
Dr. Lee chose to work in the field of dentistry to transform the lives of patients and provide superior oral health care for communities in need. She loves educating her patients about preventive dentistry and oral hygiene, as well as giving them the healthy, gorgeous smiles of their dreams.
Dr. Lee maintains her dental credentials with continuing education classes, as she has a ravenous appetite for knowledge related to the newest technologies in her field. She enjoys taking advantage of opportunities for lifelong learning and uses the most advanced dental procedures and technologies available.
When she’s not at the University Place Smiles office practicing dentistry, Dr. Lee enjoys singing and dancing.
She welcomes new and existing patients to University Place Smiles and looks forward to maximizing their oral health and well-being.
“Dr. Lee of UPSmiles has taken care of me and my entire family for the last 3 years. She’s definitely an expert and skilled in her field of work. She also connects with us in a personal way that makes us comfortable and confident knowing that she cares - the reason that we don’t go anywhere else. ”
Hanbit Chi, DDS, is a skilled general dentist at University Place Smiles in University Place, Washington. He has a professional background in pharmacy, in addition to dentistry, as well as many years of experience caring for patients of all ages.
After earning his bachelor’s degree, Dr. Chi received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in Loma Linda, California. He maintains his advanced dental credentials with continuing education to ensure his patients receive the most up-to-date care and procedures available.
Dr. Chi chose to work in the field of dentistry after participating in mission trips. He has traveled to numerous areas worldwide on such trips, including Mexico, the Philippines, Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Uganda.
Dr. Chi enjoys completing volunteer services that include free dental days and feeding homeless members of his community. He loves helping other people, especially those in need, with love and compassion.
Dr. Chi warmly welcomes new and existing patients to University Place Smiles and looks forward to giving them the smiles of their dreams.
“Dentist was not concerned as to why I came in and the cleaning of my teeth I have not had in a year you would think they would have do e a deep cleaning but they didn't, I'm looking for another Dentist any recommendations??”
Brian Han, DMD, is a skilled dentist at South Hill Family Dentistry in Puyallup, Washington. He practices dentistry with a strong emphasis on patient well-being.
After graduating at the top of his class from Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry in Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Han moved to Alaska to serve those in need. During his four-year stay in Alaska, he has treated thousands of underserved patients through his office and volunteer services. This invaluable experience allowed him to gain insight into treating patients from different socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. It also exposed him to patients needing a breadth of complex and challenging procedures, all along with regular checkups and routine cleanings.
Dr. Han continues to hone his skills and stays up to date on the latest in the dental field. He provides all aspects of general dentistry, including complex surgical procedures. His advanced training in IV sedation and advanced airway management allows him to offer different sedation options to achieve the best result in the most comfortable setting for his patients. Dr. Han’s team utilizes advanced equipment and techniques to diagnose and plan treatment for complex cases. He collaborates with in-house specialists to provide comprehensive care in a comfortable and professional environment.
Dr. Han is a proud member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon and the American Dental Association.
Returning to the PNW after a decade on the east coast, Dr. Sarah Jeon is a welcome addition to our practice here at South Hill Family Dentistry. Dr. Jeon works with our team to ensure our patients achieve healthier, more beautiful smiles. She values making meaningful connections to provide a positive experience for every patient.
Born in Korea and raised in Vancouver, B.C., she earned her Bachelor of Science degree from McGill University in 2016. She went on to receive her degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery from New York University, College of Dentistry.
She hit the ground running for her residency at Woodhull Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. During her residency, Dr. Jeon was able to treat patients of all ages with various dental needs and complexity. She’s volunteered on multiple mission trips to underserved communities in Oaxaca, Mexico, and the Philippines. Dr. Jeon is a member of the American Dental Association. Dr. Jeon enjoys her free time playing the piano, hiking, playing tennis, and cafe hopping.
“Dr. Jeon was so nice and thourough with me. She made me feel so comfortable. This was actually the best experience I've ever had at a dental appointment. Thank you!”
Phong Dang, DDS, practices general dentistry at Smile Forever Dental in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Dang is an expert dentist and dental hygienist who strives to provide quality dentistry to patients of all ages. Dr. Dang moved to the state of Washington from Vietnam when he was just four years old. After graduating high school, he attended the University of Washington, where heearned both his Bachelor of Science degree and Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Because of his strong passion for helping people, Dr. Dang decided to open his own practice, Smile Forever Dental, in the Puget Sound area of Tacoma, Washington.
Dr. Dang believes that good oral health and prevention of common dental problems is key. His approach to dentistry is conservative, and he provides his patients with gentle and comprehensive oral care.
In addition to his caring approach to preventive dentistry, Dr. Dang also provides free dental days for veterans in need of dental treatment. He offers his experienced services free of charge for veterans without dental insurance. Dr. Dang also volunteers at Vietnam Health Clinic in an effort to give back to the country he called home.
With a goal of increasing the longevity of patient’s teeth and overall health, Dr. Dang is proud to serve the Tacoma community.
As the owner of Denture Services Northwest Inc. in Lakewood, Washington, David Hill, DPD, BA has developed an expertise in designing, constructing, fitting, and adjusting complete and removable partial dentures for a broad client base.
Before becoming a licensed denturist in 1996, David served 16 years in the United States Navy as a dental technician. Subsequently, he earned a bachelor’s degree in human services from Ashford University.
Through his practice at Denture Services Northwest, David gives back to the community by reaching out to the less fortunate through several state programs and charities to donate his talents to those who can’t afford dentures.
David has been a denturist since 1996 and an active member of the Washington Denturist Association, but he goes far beyond that occupation. David is also a licensed interfaith minister who enjoys volunteering his time and emotional and spiritual support to those seeking guidance.
When he’s not working at Denture Services Northwest or participating in volunteer programs, David enjoys art and photography as well as spending time with his six children and eight grandchildren.
Joseph (JB) Kimmel, RDA, LD combines his vast technical skills with compassionate and personalized care to produce long-lasting, natural-looking smiles for his patients at Denture Services Northwest Inc. in Lakewood, Washington.
A licensed denturist, JB fulfilled a passion he recognized in his early years when he entered the field of dentistry, beginning as a dental assistant in 2007. After working in community health care, JB worked as a dental assistant for the State of Washington for more than six years.
JB then was accepted to the Bates Denturist Program. During his third quarter at Bates, he started interning at Denture Services Northwest. Before completing an externship at Denture Services Northwest, JB passed his state boards in April 2017 and is now an associate licensed denturist at the practice.
JB enjoys challenging cases and loves nothing more than seeing the positive results he produces for his patients. A Puget Sound native, JB lives with his wife, Sarah, in Olympia. In his spare time, he enjoys snowboarding, golf, and spending time with friends and family.
Seung Jae (David) Juong, DMD, is a skilled dentist offering a range of treatments and services to families in Graham, Washington. At Frontier Family Dental, Dr. Juong encourages patients to make their oral health a priority, starting with routine dental examinations in a warm and welcoming office.
Dr. Juong attended Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, Illinois, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biology. He then attended dental school at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania, where he also completed an advanced education in general dentistry residency. Early in his career, he practiced at Jefferson Dental Clinics in Lewisville, Texas, as well as at Arte Dental in McKinney, Texas.
At Frontier Family Dental, Dr. Juong enjoys seeing his patients’ oral health thrive. He routinely provides treatments like root canal therapy and fillings in addition to more complex restorations involving implants, crowns, and bridges.
Dr. Juong displays a clear passion for his career in everyday practice at Frontier Family Dental. In the past, he has attended missionary trips in the Philippines to provide free oral health care to underserved populations.
“My son has never liked going to previous dentist because when they do the X-rays on his mouth he says it makes him choke and it hurts. By the time he was done seeing Dr. Joung he was so happy and said it didn’t hurt when they took pictures. The whole experience there was amazing ”
Dr. Khatkar received her Bachelor Degree of Phychology at the University of Washington, She later got her Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Washington School of Dentistry.
She worked in Southern Oregon for a year right after dental school. After that year, she returned to the south puget sound area and has been here ever since. She chose the field of dentistry becasue she wanted a career where she could help people and in a way build a relationship with them. She also enjoys working with her hands and being able to create a plan for each patient and any needs they require.
When Dr. Khatkar is not in the office, she enjoys staying active by working out, traveling and exploring the PNW by trying new local restraunts.
Bachelor of Science – University of British Columbia
Masters in Science, material chemistry – Simon Fraser University
Doctor of Dental Surgery – New York University College of Dentistry
Awards / Honors:
Member of Golden Key Honor Society
David B. Kriser Award for Compassion – Presented to a fourth-year student who has best exemplified the ideals of compassion and empathy in their interactions with patients
Dr. Kim always thrived in working with hands and had a great interest in all fields of science. One day, he realized that dentistry requires a combination of both hand skills and science. Since then, dentistry has been where my passion lies.
He enjoys movies either at home or at the theater. You may find me at the nearest movie theater.
Dr. Sarah earned her Bachelor of Science degree from McGill University in 2016.
Returning to the PNW after a decade on the east coast, Dr. Jeon now works with our Access Dental team to ensure our patients achieve healthier, more beautiful smiles. She values making meaningful connections to provide a positive experience for every patient.
Born in Korea and raised in Vancouver, B.C., she earned her Bachelor of Science degree from McGill University in 2016. She went on to receive her degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery from New York University, College of Dentistry.
She hit the ground running for her residency at Woodhull Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. During her residency, Dr. Jeon was able to treat patients of all ages with various dental needs and complexity. She’s volunteered on multiple mission trips to underserved communities in Oaxaca, Mexico, and the Philippines. Dr. Jeon is a member of the American Dental Association.
Dr. Jeon enjoys her free time playing the piano, hiking, playing tennis, and cafe hopping.
“Dr. Sarah was super nice and helpful when it came to extracting my bottom wisdom teeth. There have been no complications and the procedure went super quick with very little pain. ”
Residency- and fellowship-trained in TMJ, orofacial pain disorders, and dental sleep medicine, Jason Pehling, DDS, MS, has a dental practice limited to the treatment of TMD, facial pain and dental sleep medicine at the TMJ Orofacial Disorders Center in Seattle. He specializes in temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), orofacial pain, and dental sleep medicine.
Dr. Pehling is a Northwest native and attended the Bellevue Christian School where he was a two-time state wrestling champion. Dr. Pehling obtained an athletic scholarship and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Oregon. Additionally he received a Bachelor of Science and a Doctor of Dental Surgery from the prestigious University of California, San Francisco. Following that, he completed a Master of Science, an NIH sponsored Postdoctoral Pain Fellowship, and a residency in TMJ and orofacial pain from the University of Minnesota.
Dr. Pehling is board-certified by the American Board of Craniofacial Pain and the American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Pehling is a featured expert in the local and national media. Dr. Pehling was the first dentist in the Northwest trained in the use of the Biomet Ultrathin TMJ Arthroscope and the use of Botox® injections for the treatment of bruxism and jaw and facial pain. In his over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Pehling has placed over 6000 functional oral appliances.
Dr. Pehling has had numerous publications, research grants and awards, including multiple years as the Best Dentist Seattle Magazine Award, and the Best Dentist Seattle Metropolitan Magazine Award.
Active in his field, Dr. Pehling is a fellow of several prestigious organizations, such as the American Academy of Orofacial Pain and the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain. He is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, the American Dental Association, the Washington Dental Association, and the Seattle-King County Dental Association. He is on the board of Directors for theAmerican Board of Craniofacial Pain.
Away from the dental office, Dr. Pehling enjoys active outdoor activities with his family, such as stand-up paddle boarding, waterskiing, snow skiing, and mountaineering.
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