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Meet the Team
From dentists and dental assistants to our sterilization tech and office staff, we show that the best customer experience comes from a genuine care and concern. Our goal is to ensure every appointment is comfortable, relieves any discomfort, and gives you the smile you've always wanted!
Dr. Derek Cohlmia, DDS
Derek Cohlmia, DDS is a third generation dentist dedicated to his patients' overall health needs. Born and raised in OKC, Dr. Cohlmia began his dental career at the University of Oklahoma for his undergraduate degree. From there he earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry.
Throughout his time in college and dental school, Dr. Cohlmia served within his community and and across the world through mission trips. He is a member of both the American Dental Association and Oklahoma Dental Association.
As an educator, his dental assisting school provides accelerated, hands-on training for individuals seeking a career in dentistry. Students look forward to an active learning environment for a comprehensive and dynamic learning experience.
When he's not creating smiles, Dr. Cohlmia enjoys traveling, playing tennis, and attending OKC Thunder basketball games.
Dr. Brandon Cohlmia, DDS
Brandon Cohlmia, DDS is an Oklahoma native. He graduated from Heritage Hall High School and is an Eagle Scout. Brandon received his undergraduate education at the University of Oklahoma. He was then accepted into the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry Class of 2019. As a third generation dentist with a grandfather, father, and brother in the same field; his dedication to serving the community is strong.
Dr. Cohlmia loves spending time with family, friends, and his chocolate lab named Bailey. He enjoys cooking nutritious meals and he is an outdoor enthusiast. Some of his favorite activities include tennis, biking, snow skiing, and rock climbing. He is a spirited fan of professional tennis, Thunder basketball and college football.
Dr. Cohlmia volunteers at Oklahoma Mission of Mercy and at the Good Shepherd Ministries free extraction clinic. He has helped educate and train dental assistants and his mission is to improve Oklahoma smiles to encourage the self-confidence needed to pursue the things they love.
Melissa Steele, EFDA Director of Operations|Dental Assisting Director
Melissa has an unwavering desire to serve others while fostering a patient-first environment. Melissa has served as an expanded function dental assistant, practice manager, and educator since 2002.
She volunteers annually with Remote Area Medical, Oklahoma Mission of Mercy, and Dentistry from the Heart. She is a member of the ADAA and devotes herself to continuing education.
As an educator, Melissa believes in providing every student the opportunity to achieve their own success and devotes herself to facilitate this pursuit with high ethical standards of both integrity and excellence each day. Sharing with students the value of putting patients’ needs first is what fuels Melissa to continue training dental assistants.
When she is not serving students or patients, Melissa can be found traveling with her family or shopping with her teen daughters!
Ronda Stone, RDA Insurance Coordinator
Ronda has a true servants heart! She enjoys meeting new people and the opportunity to build lasting relationships while ensuring all patients have a positive experience. Ronda has extensive dental knowledge as both a clinical professional and front office administration. When not serving patients, Ronda can be found spending time with her family or driving her convertible VW “slug-bug." Be sure to ask about her ducks!
Sherry Cohlmia Scheduling Coordinator
Sherry has more than 20 years experience understanding the importance of first impressions. She loves welcoming our patients each day and always has a smile on her face! When she's not serving up smiles, she can be found on the tennis court or spending quality time with her family.
Duke Johnson, RDA Clinical Dental Team
Duke is a graduate of our accelerated dental assisting school and a pre-dental student. Born and raised here in OKC, he loves the communities and diversity of Oklahoma! He has a passion for serving others and ensuring our patients have the best experience possible. When he's not prepping for dental school, Duke enjoys playing the guitar, travelling, and spending time with his wife, Cassidy.