Front Office
Shelley
My name is Travina! I have worked for McKenzie River Dental as a Dental Assistant since September of 2022. I truly enjoy the team I get to work with here in our office. I also love the patients I have the opportunity to work with everyday as well.
One of my favorite parts about my position is I get that first few minutes with the patient and get a chance to know them and have the opportunity to make them feel a little more comfortable in our chair!
A little about me is I'm a mom and wife with two large dogs at home. I like to hike with my friends when the opportunity is there. My most favorite thing to do though on my weekends is to be a slight introvert and snuggle up on the couch with my son, watch movies, and eat popcorn!
Insurance Coordinator
Mindi
Mindi recently joined our practice, but has long background in dentistry. She started as a dental assistant 30 years go, then made the transition to the front office specializing in dental insurance for the last 10 years. Mindi loves helping patients utilize all their dental benefits to achieve that healthy smile!
Outside of the office Mindi's first love is her 5 year old granddaughter, Cathryn! Besides that she enjoys time with her 2 black German Sheppard pups. She and her husband are collectors of glass art mainly from the Oregon Coast. She enjoys gardening, interior design & baking. She simply loves time at the beautiful Oregon Coast!
Hygienist
Zoe
Zoe has worked in dentistry for over 30 years and at McKenzie River Dental since 2010. She loves getting to know each patient individually, being able to help people achieve good health and comfort with their teeth and gums. Building relationships with patients is what she loves most about her job.
A proud mom, Zoe spends time with friends and family and her favorite hobbies include pottery, gardening, hiking, swimming and biking.
Hygienist
Lorri
Lorri has been working in the dental field since 1979. She loves teaching her patients how to have happy, healthy mouths. Lorri considers her patients part of her extended family. She enjoys watching their families grow, generation after generation. Lorri loves being a Hygienist and it shows in how she cares for her patients.
Lorri is happily married with two grown sons and a grandson, and she loves to travel and spend time with family and friends.
Hygienist
Cinda
Cinda started her dental career in 1981. With over three decades of experience, Cinda brings a wealth of knowledge to our office. She loves the positive impact she has on her patients and vice versa.
Cinda and her husband have lived in Springfield since 1991. Cinda has three grown boys and loves gardening and spending time with family. On her time away from the office she stays busy gardening, playing games with her family and being on water.
Hygienist
Kristi
Kristi graduated in 1987 from Lane Community College Hygiene School. Kristi was hired at this location right after graduation and has worked here ever since.
A young, fun grandma, she loves interacting with her coworkers and patients on a daily basis and prides herself on a caring, compassionate touch. Perky and energetic, one of Kristi’s favorite activities is dancing of all kinds, especially Ballroom Dancing.
Dental Assistant
Travina
My name is Travina! I have worked for McKenzie River Dental as a Dental Assistant since September of 2022. I truly enjoy the team I get to work with here in our office. I also love the patients I have the opportunity to work with everyday as well.
One of my favorite parts about my position is I get that first few minutes with the patient and get a chance to know them and have the opportunity to make them feel a little more comfortable in our chair!
A little about me is I'm a mom and wife with two large dogs at home. I like to hike with my friends when the opportunity is there. My most favorite thing to do though on my weekends is to be a slight introvert and snuggle up on the couch with my son, watch movies, and eat popcorn!
Sterile Tech
Jill
Photo and bio coming soon!
Sterile Tech
Katrina
Photo and bio coming soon!
Dental Assistant
Fritz
Fritz graduated from Lane Community College Dental Assisting Program in 2013. He Enjoys helping people and making people comfortable.
Prior to dental assisting, Fritz 1st career was a helicopter mechanic for 24 years in the US Navy and has worked with Dr. Welch for over 5 years
In free time, Fritz can be found driving his Harley or mustang, spending time with his grandchildren, volunteering with Vital Villages in Cottage Grove, and supporting the Oregon State Beavers