Meet the Team
Our Team consists of highly trained individuals who are dedicated to making your visit to our office as comfortable as possible. From the knowledgeable administrative staff, to our caring and compassionate clinical team of hygienists and assistants, we are constantly striving to provide you with an exceptional dental experience.
Darleen – Practice Administrator
- I have two children and two grandchildren whom I adore.
- I am a diehard Oregon Ducks football fan! College football season is my favorite time of year.
- I am a music lover.
I feel blessed to work with the talented and compassionate Drs and staff here at NWOIS. This team is the BEST!

Kathy – Front Office Manager
- I love Sunday dinner with my family and friends.
- I love to quilt.
- I want to be a professional Power Washer if I ever retire.
My father was the Sports Editor where I grew up. We went to all sporting events growing up.
Even though I was born and raised in Washington and enjoy all PAC-12 teams, I am a diehard Duck fan!
Lark – executive administrative assistant
- I’m a writer
- I speak multiple languages
- I love to travel and take photos
I’ve lived in Eugene since I was little. I have lots of family in the area and enjoy spending time with them.
I have always worked because I love learning new things and being of service.
Cheryl – financial coordinator
- I love chicken heart- I could eat an entire plate of them in one sitting.
- I could make flower arrangements all day long if I was able to support myself that way.
- I would love to be outside doing yard work all day long.
I grew up on U.S. Navy bases from the East to the West Coast. I went to the mailbox every day in hopes of getting a letter from my dad.
Moving around as much as we did is why I believe I can start up a conversation so easily with a total stranger.
Mckyna – Surgical Assistant
- My guilty pleasure is watching The Bachelor/Bachelorette
- I prefer a messy bun, no makeup and sweats any chance I get
- I’m not a huge fan of breakfast food. I’d much rather be eating a burger or pizza in the morning
I’m a born and raised Oregonian! As much as I love the outdoors (especially hiking)nothing beats a day at home curled up with Netflix, listening to the rain.
I’m so blessed to live right around the corner from my 15-month-old niece, who I couldn’t adore more, she’s my world!

Deanna- public relations
- My guilty pleasure is watching Keeping up with the Kardashians
- I adore my pets and husband
- I’m very social
I grew up in San Diego and relocated to Oregon and it’s been my home ever since. I love my cruises and go on one every year.

Becky- surgical assistant
- I love wiener dogs
- I love to camp in the mountains and jet boat on the river with family and friends
- Soaking up the sunshine with a cold beverage is one of my favorite things
I love being in Oregon and enjoying the outdoors with my family. I’m a proud Oregonian who takes advantage of what it has to offer by boat or dirt bike.

Nanci- surgical assistant
- My family, friends and hometown mean the world to me
- I think that everyone should volunteer for something or someone. It builds character and heart.
- I love my flip flops
I grew up in a small town where community felt like family to me. I have been blessed with three boys who I can truly say are awesome young men.
I prefer driving a pick-up rather than a car but I prefer rock and pop to country. We are not promised tomorrow, so enjoy today!
