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Rebecca Brown CDA, RDA, Practice Administrator /
 Treatment CoordinatorDuties: Treatment presentations, clinical assisting, community projects, and assisting Dr. Finkelson with administrative tasks. With Dr. Finkelson since: 1999 Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson: He is a constant mentor and gives sound guidance. Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: The energetic and upbeat atmosphere. Favorite thing about my job: The daily interaction with many different types of people. Native of: Port Republic, NJ Has lived in: Absecon, NJ since 2005 Leisure activities: I enjoy many water-based activities such as riding my Sea-Doo, waterskiing, fishing, boating and going to the beach. In addition to outdoor fun, I enjoy shopping, movies and most of all laughing with friends and family.  Joy Mackell Carideo, Appointment Coordinator Interacting with patients and their families with superior customer service, assuring appointments are scheduled and kept in an appropriate manner. Joy also keeps our patient data current and helps to provide a fun, warm experience for our patients and their families throughout their orthodontic experience. Has worked in the field of orthodontics since: 1999 With Dr. Finkelson since: 2005 Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson: Dr. Finkelson is very honest and accessible to his staff. Our office is fun and we laugh a lot. Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: Transforming a patient's life. At the conclusion of treatment we have created a great smile! Favorite thing about my job: Meeting our patients and observing their confidence and self-esteem grow during their treatment. Native of: Ocean City, NJ Has lived in: Ocean City since 1968 Family Members: Lisa (daughter), Joey (son), Chris (son), Kelly (daughter), Christa (granddaughter), and Gabriella (granddaughter) Leisure activities: Summer days at the beach, boating, fishing. Spending quality time with my family, especially my granddaughters Christa and Gabriella. I also enjoy traveling.  Jodi Reece,Remote Financial Coordinator Insurance verifications, patient appointment tracking, inventory control, school bonds and other promotional programs, and patient account finances. OrthoSesame/Website Guru. Has worked in the field of orthodontics since: 1999 With Dr. Finkelson since: 1999 Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson: His concern for our patients/families. Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: Transformation of lives and smiles! Favorite thing about my job: Interacting with patients and families. Assisting patients/families in the utilization of their benefit programs. Native of: South Jersey Has lived in: Margate since 1995 Family Members: Charles (husband), Jeremy (son, 24) and Mathew (son, 22) Leisure activities: Playing Mah Jong, reading, exercising ,golf and spending time at the beach. Additional Information: I have been in the Human Resources/Personnel area for over 30 years, and have an extensive background in employee benefits. I also have a double major in business and psychology from Marietta College. _______________________________________________________________  Renee Langfelder, COA, CDA, RDAOrthodontic Assistant All aspects of orthodontics, chairside assisting and related responsibilities. Has worked in the field of orthodontics since: 1985 With Dr. Finkelson since: 1993 Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson: Professional, fun, pleasant. Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: Seeing a finished smile that I helped create! Favorite thing about my job: The mechanical aspect of orthodontics, and laughing with my coworkers. Native of: Philadelphia, PA Has lived in: Galloway, NJ since 1991 Family Members: Keith (husband, 49) and Keith Thomas (son, 20) Leisure activities: Going to the beach, walking, quilting, shopping, and visiting with friends and family. Additional Information: I love designing things, quilting, collecting small old toys, you can always find me in a bookstore looking for "How to" books! Tracy Digiacomo, CDA, RDA  Orthodontic Assistant Duties: Assisting Dr. Finkelson with all aspect of patient care including placing and removing Orthodontic appliances and braces, doing adjustments at patient's appointments, giving instructions on how to use and care for appliances and braces. With Dr. Finkelson since: April 2009 Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson: His genuine concern for the patient as a person. He cares about more than just their teeth and takes the time to get to know them and their interests. Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: It is fun to watch a patient's treatment plan play out and see them get a great smile in the end. I also love getting to meet and know so many people. Favortie thing about my job: Meeting peope and getting to know a little about their lives. Native of: Westmonet, NJ Has lived in: New Jersey, Pennsylvannia, New York Family Members: Husband of 22 years, John: daughters, Melanie (21), Alison (20), and Kaylie (18); 4 goats, 10 chickens, 2 pet rats, and a dog and a cat. Leisure Activities: I love the oudoors where I spend my time cycling, canoeing,camping, surfing,skiiing, and gardening. I also enjoy scrapbooking and embroidery. Additional information: I home schooled all three of my kids through high school. I can (still) ride a unicycle! ____________________________________________________________________  Debbie Weiner, Sterilization Tech Duties: Sterilization of all instruments utilized in practice, and maintaining orderliness of clinical area. Has worked in the field of orthodontics since: 2004 With Dr. Finkelson since: 2004 Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson: Easy-going, fun, and respects his employees. Favorite thing about my job: The people I work with. Native of: Margate, NJ Has lived in: Margate since 1980 Family Members: Ron (husband, 52), Ashley (daughter, 14), and Brandon (son, 18) Leisure activities: I enjoy running, being with my children and husband, and going to the gym.  Liza Ledford, Professional Community Relations Coordinator Duties: Finding opportunities to promote orthodontic education as well as sponsor and promote positive community programs and events. With Dr. Finkelson since: Spring 2008 Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson: His genuine concern for his patients as well as his sense of humor. He understands the orthodontic experience and is therefore reassuring and comforting. Favortie thing about my job: Spreading Dr. Finkelson's commitment to his community into the community. Native of: Chicago, IL Has lived in: Maryland, Boston, and Los Angeles. Family Members: Mark (husband), Mason (son, 7), Alice (daughter, 5), plus dog Sofi and cat Sammy. Leisure Activities: The beach, biking and tennis. Additional Information: Write short stories and screenplays in my spare time! Back to Top |
