Meet our Team At Riverside Dental Arts

Business Administrator

Kourtney brings over 15 years of experience in administrative leadership. She is dedicated to optimizing office operations and helping patients achieve the smile of their dreams. Known for her organizational skills and ability to keep everything running smoothly, Kourtney ensures that our team has the resources they need to thrive. Kourtney is a Florida native born and raised right here in Vero Beach. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her spouse Tayler and their son Hayden, as well as their golden doodle (Louie). As a family they enjoy traveling, four wheeling, and visiting Disney world. Kourtney is committed to supporting the success of Riverside Dental Arts and its employees.

Front Office/ Insurance Coordinator

Sherrie has been providing patient smiles for 10 years, fulfilling a desire since she was little and graduating with her dental assisting degree in 2014. Further equipped in front office administration, that quickly became her new passion. Her focus is delivering a positive patient experience by overseeing a seamless office visit; her areas of expertise include a wide range of knowledge in insurance, claims, prior determinations, appointment scheduling as well as day to day front office operations. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her significant other (David), golden retriever (Koba), American Pitt (Rocky) and her Persian cat (Otto). Sherrie is an avid planter who enjoys decorating, thrifting and traveling. She looks forward to meeting and being of service to all patients and welcoming them with a big smile.

Business Assistant, CDA

Morene is a native of Vero Beach, and graduated Vero Beach Senior High School in 2000.  She completed the Dental Assisting Program at Indian River State College, becoming a Certified Dental Assistant and has worked in the dental field continuously since 2002.  She joined Riverside Dental Arts in 2015, when it was known as Riverside Family Dental.  Morene says one of the most rewarding and enjoyable aspects of her job is that every day is different, and no two procedures are the same. She enjoys helping patients overcome their fear of a visit to the dentist, and seeing their confidence increase through smile makeovers and reconstruction.

In her personal time, she enjoys spending time with her  family and friends, especially at the beach, on a boat or around the pool.

Front Office Associate

Daniel is a Business Administration graduate from Eastern Florida State College. He currently works in administration, overseeing daily operations and coordinating patient appointments. His strong organizational and communication skills ensure a smooth office environment.

Outside of work, he stays active by regularly going to the gym. He enjoys spending quality time with his wife and their Golden Doodle, often engaging in outdoor activities. This combination of fitness and family life keeps him motivated and balanced in both his personal and professional pursuits.

Front Office Associate

With a welcoming smile and a dedication to exceptional service, Jane brings invaluable support to our dental practice. She handles appointment scheduling, patient inquiries, insurance verification and essential front office operations. Jane's commitment to making each patient feel comfortable and informed ensures a seamless experience from start to finish. Her knack for organization and  passion for patient care is here to help you elevate your smile!

Jane, a native Floridian born in Fort Lauderdale  moved to Sebastian in 2012. Together with her husband Tim, they have a loving family that includes five children, a precious granddaughter, and their chihuahua, Lucy. They enjoy walks on the beach and exploring the outdoors in every way possible, from kayaking to spontaneous road trips. Jane especially loves cruising and spending quality time with family, making the most of Florida’s coastal beauty and sunshine-filled adventures.

Certified Dental Assistant

Dora joined our team in 2018 after earning her dental assistant certificate. She excels in our supportive environment, working alongside dedicated doctors and staff to ensure every patient receives exceptional care. Her passion is to help patients feel comfortable and at ease during their visit. Dora finds great fulfillment in witnessing the transformation of their smiles. In her spare time, Dora enjoys spending quality moments with her husband, two children, and family. Her hobbies include baking, cooking, gardening, and caring for animals.

Certified Dental Assistant

Kara has been a valued dental assistant at our practice since 2020, following her graduation from Fortis Institute that same year. She enjoys all ranges of procedures in general dentistry and finds it rewarding to see how happy patients are with the care they receive. Kara’s main goal as a dental assistant is to make patients feel comfortable, ensuring they have a positive experience and are motivated to return for regular visits. She takes a personal interest in each patient, fostering trust and building lasting relationships. Outside of work, Kara enjoys staying active at the gym, boating, crafting, cooking, and spending quality time with her husband, family, and friends. She truly loves her role in dental assisting and is dedicated to making every patient’s visit a great one.

Certified Dental Assistant

A Florida native with a passion for dentistry since a very young age. She graduated from Vero Beach High School and went on to earn her certification as a Dental Assistant from Fortis Institute in Port St. Lucie, FL. She brings over a decade of experience as a team member of Riverside Dental Arts. You will find that her primary goal is to make patients feel comfortable, relaxed and confident with their smiles. Outside of work Breneé enjoys fishing with her husband, as well as reading, cooking and lounging around the pool. 

Certified Dental Assistant

Halei is a Florida native who graduated from Indian River Charter High School. She knew she wanted to make a difference in people’s lives from her very first job in healthcare as a teenager. Halei continued her education through the Dental Assisting Institute of Melbourne, graduating at the top of her class in 2024, and joined Riverside Dental Arts soon after. “My absolute favorite part of my career, other than providing quality care, is seeing smiles and hearing laughs. The dentist is scary for most, and it’s very rewarding to make our patients feel comfortable in the chair. I also love working with our team!”

Outside of assisting, Halei can be found drawing, playing her favorite story games, or planning another weekend trip with her friends. She loves visiting Tampa!

Registered Dental Hygienist

Lynne is a 1980 graduate from Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists and Northeastern University.  Her first 8 years of practicing Dental hygiene were spent overseas, first in Sweden and then in Germany.  After returning back Stateside, she went to work as a Contractor for the US Military both at Camp Pendleton, CA, and Camp LeJeune, NC.  Lynne gives her utmost to each patient and her experience is certainly appreciated.

A New Englander (Massachusetts) from birth and a relative newbie to Fl, Lynne has been at the Practice since November of 2021.

She is a Mom to two adorable cats, Dublin and Lulu, loves traveling, cooking and being with family. She is happy to be in Florida enjoying the warm weather and all this area has to offer.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Born in Transylvania, Romania, and raised in Bucharest, Dana attended an art high school before moving to New York in 1982. She began dental hygiene school soon after and graduated in 1986. A proud mom of three—one daughter and two sons—and a grandmother to three wonderful grandboys.

Dana has always loved both the mountains and the ocean. She spent ten years living in Marathon in the Florida Keys before settling in Sebastian in 2003. She enjoys vacationing in the North Carolina mountains, camping, baking, and painting. Most of her family lives nearby, which makes life even sweeter.

Registered Dental Hygienist

Lauren was born in the great state of Texas but moved to Vero Beach at a very young age. Growing up with multiple family members in healthcare, Lauren knew she wanted to follow in their footsteps. She was drawn to dental hygiene after graduating from University of Central Florida with a Bachelors in Health Science. This focus on prevention to maintain a healthy smile led Lauren to Eastern Florida State College, graduating in 2018. Lauren has worked in several clinical settings and continues to emphasize preventive care at Riverside Dental Arts with a comprehensive and compassionate approach. 

On the weekends you will find Lauren enjoying the sunshine with her husband and two boys. With the hustle and bustle of work and family life Lauren relaxes by indulging in kettle popcorn and a good book.