Elizabeth A. Tarpley, D.D.S.
Dr. Tarpley received her Bachelor’s Degree from William
and Mary in 1971 and her DDS from the Medical College of Virginia
in 1982. She has been practicing since graduation and established
her practice in 1986. She specializes in Family Dentistry with
an emphasis on Cosmetics. She attended the prestigious Pankey
Institute, is a member of the American Academy of General Dentistry,
the Implant Society of Northern Virginia, and The American Dental
Association. Dr. Tarpley enjoys golf, cycling, gardening and
cooking.
Steven C. Fisher, D.D.S. M.S.
Dr. Fisher is originally from Charlotte, North Carolina. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1975 with a bachelor’s degree in Zoology and in 1978 received a Master’s Degree in Entomology from North Carolina State University. He then returned to Chapel Hill and received his D.D.S. in 1982.
After three years in private practice in Charlotte, NC Dr. Fisher joined the U.S. Navy in 1985 as a general dentist. He was selected and began specialty training in 1996 while still on active duty. Dr. Fisher received his Certificate in Periodontics and a Master of Science in Health Science from the Navy Postgraduate Dental School in Bethesda, Maryland in 1999. Dr. Fisher retired as a Captain in 2006 after 22 years of military service. Dr. Fisher is a Board Certified Periodontist.
When not in our office at Lake Ridge Dental Care, he is enjoying life trying “to get a run in” and still keep up with Matthew, Virginia, Patrick, Margaret and the family German Shepherd, “Gunnar”.
Norma Gutierrez, D.D.S. (bilingual - Spanish)
Born and raised in Venezuela with a Cuban background, Dr. Gutierrez earned her bachelor’s degree and Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) in 1992 at the University Del Zulia, Maracaibo,
Venezuela. Upon completion of her studies, Dr. Gutierrez worked in her private practice, where she treated her patients with compassion and care for almost 5 years, and then she continued
her education at the University to receive her Master's Degree in Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Gutierrez relocated to the United States and attended Nova Southeastern University in Florida,
where she graduated within two years with an Advanced Education in General Dentistry, the last year she was treating patients with SPECIAL NEEDS. She comes to us from Florida and we can’t wait to introduce her to you! Dr. Gutierrez enjoys boating and reading a good dental article in her spare time.
Jennifer Maher, M.D. – Anesthesiologist
Dr. Maher attended medical school at West Virginia University.
She did her internship and residency at Georgetown University. She
works with several
dentists throughout Virginia. We are thrilled to have Dr. Maher
available to our patients.
Brooke Francisco - RDH
Brooke joined our team as one of our hygienists in April of 2010. She has a wonderful calm manner and a peaceful
spirit which will put you at ease as soon as you meet her. Brooke is as thorough as she is gentle so you will leave
with that clean smile feeling! She graduated in 2005 from Northern Virginia Community College with an Associates of
Applied Science. Brooke loves reading a good book at the beach and enjoys her family time! We are excited to have
Brooke on our wonderful team of hygienists and look forward to you meeting her soon!
Mary Anne Kolb - RDH
Mary Anne joined us in April of 2010 as a hygienist. You will feel immediately comfortable with Mary Anne as she greets you with her soothing manner and sweet disposition. Her attention to detail along with her gentle touch will leave your smile feeling clean and shiny! Mary Anne graduated from University of MD Baltimore City in 2003 with a B.A. in psychology. She then continued on to Wayne Community College in North Carolina where she received her Associates of Applied Science. Mary Anne enjoys playing classical piano and singing. She took some classes in opera when she was at the University of MD. Have her sing you a melody! Also, ask her about her cats – Puzzle and Nicodemus.
Mindy Jahner - Office Manager
Mindy joined us in 2009. Mindy is our Office Manager. She has worked in the dental field for over 25 years. Mindy’s warm, sunny smile will put you right at ease! Mindy loves spending time entertaining (she’s a great cook!), traveling and spending time with her husband and her three children.
Susan Savage - Administrative Team Leader
Susan has been part of our team since spring 2000. She is our Administrative Team Leader
as well as our Head Financial Administrator. While not at work Susan enjoys watching
her daughter and son play soccer as well as playing on a coed soccer team with her husband.
She is also a big Jimmy Buffett fan and has not missed a concert in over 12 years!!!
Brooke Earehart - Dental Assistant / Clinical Team Leader
Brooke joined our team in October of 2007 as one of our dental assistants. Brooke has been
in the dental field since 1998. Brooke’s wonderful sense of humor will put you instantly
at ease! Brooke was born and raised in Williamsburg and joined us here in Northern Virginia
in 2000. When Brooke isn’t with us she enjoys romping through the local dog parks with her
furry friend, Conan. The only fault we have found with Brooke thus far is her love for the
Dallas Cowboys.
Diana Chevalier - Patient Affairs Administrator
Diana became part of the team in 1998 as our Patient Affairs Administrator and is now our Marketing
Director. Stop by and say hello – she is residing across from the Hygiene ops in an office
we affectionately call the ‘Bat Cave’. Diana recently found out that she is going to be
a Grandma! She and her husband love taking off on the Harley for a long ride down a picturesque
country road. Diana is looking for a side car that will fit their goldendoodle, Aslan and Sunny the bichon!
Michelle White - Dental Assistant
Michelle became part of our team in 1999. She is an assistant
to both doctors as well as our implant coordinator. Michelle’s warm
chairside manner and soothing disposition certainly puts our
patients at ease. While not with us, Michelle enjoys spending
time with her 3 boys and her husband. She also enjoys watching
her sons play baseball.
Elizabeth Delgado (bilingual - Spanish)
Elizabeth joined our team in 2009 as our Treatment Plan Coordinator. With Elizabeth’s knack for numbers she will walk you through your financial journey to make sure you are well
assisted in getting the treatment you desire. Elizabeth hails from Cuba! She loves spending time with her children when she isn’t here with us!
Vanezza Figueroa (bilingual – Spanish)
Vanezza became a part of our team in 2010. She is one of Dr. Gutierrez’s assistants. Her compassionate and kind qualities will put you at ease immediately.
Vanezza enjoys spending time with her two children.
She is a talented poetry writer and enjoys a nice long run to stay in shape.
Briana Foster
Briana came to us from the West Coast in 2011! She is the proud wife of a U.S. Marine and participates in welcoming new military to our area.
Briana will greet you as you enter our practice and assist you with scheduling your future appointments when you leave. Briana loves to cook new
and different foods and entertain her friends with her delicious creations.
Leigh Ann Hafner
Leigh Ann came from the same neighborhood as Mindy in North Dakota. She is our Sterilization Specialist taking extra care of all our instruments
and making them sparkle! We are glad that she found her way to our practice. Leigh Ann is quite talented and supplies our local cheerleading squads
with bows, cups and other spirit items. She and her husband are enjoying their recent empty nest!
Berlyn Thomas
Berlyn assists Dr. Gutierrez in delivering gentle, exceptional dental care to all her patients. His calm and friendly demeanor will make you
feel comfortable right away. He has been in the dental field since 2001. He is originally from Jackson, North Carolina. In his hay day Berlyn
played football for The UNC Tar Heels and then for The Elizabeth City State University Vikings. He went on to play International Pro Football
in Germany. He now enjoying coaching little league football.
