Location:International District
English, Cantonese
2003
Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
I enjoy working in the culturally diverse environment at ICHS and serving the community in a meaningful way.
Treat patients in a caring and respectful manner.
Shoreline Clinic
English and Korean
2008
Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of Michigan School of Dentistry
I work at ICHS because its mission and vision beat in sync with mine. I love and enjoy treating patients of all ages, races and genders. But I have a special place in my heart for the population we serve at ICHS. I work here to be part of that movement and will continue to advocate for excellent health care for people in need.
Prevention is key: Prevent oral cavity and infection from spreading with early intervention and education. Knowledge is power: Empower patients with education and tools to fight and prevent oral disease. Power of compassion: Listen and hear their pain not just their complaints. Heal the person, not just the body.
I enjoy listening to various types of music and sometimes I can’t stop humming or whistling a tune.
Work Location:Shoreline Dental Clinic
Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene
BLS Professional CPR, Registered Dental Hygienist
When I got out of Dental Hygiene School, I have always wanted to serve at a community clinic. The reason is quite simple: I wanted to serve a diverse community as well those who could not afford and not have access to dental care.
My greatest belief is that everything should start out with educating patients about their oral health and that patients should be given the options that are available for them. I want to treat patients the way I would wanted to be treated: respect, care, and as an individual.
I was born on Guam which is always a great story to tell because I am Guamanian but with Japanese ancestry. I also have a twin. My hobbies are taking long walks around the parks and home cooking.
Location:International District
English, Vietnamese
2009
Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of Southern California Ostrow School of Dentistry
ICHS makes patient care the focus of our practice. That’s why I enjoy being part of this team.
I enjoy working with patients to resolve current dental concerns and help prevent future dental complications.
Location: International District
English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Toisanese
2007
AAS
Registered Dental Hygienist License
I am grateful for the opportunity to further my learning and work experience in a culturally-rich environment. In my ongoing nine years working as a registered dental hygienist, I strive to maintain meticulous attention to detail and initiative to ensure the standard in quality of my work. I thrive on new challenges. I am convinced that my commitment to excellence and diverse clinical experiences will help contribute to shaping a healthier community.
When treating symptoms alone, I can help alleviate temporary pain. By working with a patient, I can have a lifelong professional relationship.
Work Location:International District
English, Mandarin
2015
DDS
Texas A&M Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, TX
I enjoy encountering patients from around the world. This is a wonderful health care facility founded with the mission to serve an international community of people from so many diverse backgrounds. I have a passion for community health, and ICHS allows me to realize my passion and use my culture and language to serve our patients.
Prevention and education are the first line of defense in healthcare, and I want to empower our patients with the knowledge they need for their optimal health. I work to ensure patients know their options and help to guide them in making their own health care decisions.
During my time off, I volunteer once a week at the Seattle Aquarium. I am a huge fan of the underwater world!! I am a certified scuba diver, and every time I dive, I can’t help but be in awe of the world beneath the surface.
Location:Holly Park Clinic
English and Vietnamese
2006
Doctor of Dental Medicine
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
I enjoy working with all the ICHS dental staff members and taking care of patients. ICHS has created a supportive teamwork environment and a well-established dental operation where employees provide quality care. I strongly identify with the mission, values and vision of International Community Health Services.
I appreciate the opportunity to work at the ICHS dental clinics. This position allows me to use my skills and training to help people with their oral health. I want to continue the ICHS mission of providing “…culturally-relevant, accessible, affordable and quality primary healthcare to Asian/Pacific islanders and other members in the community.”
During my free time, I love to play tennis and badminton. I also enjoy hiking.
Location:Holly Park Clinic
English, Vietnamese and Chinese (Cantonese and some Mandarin)
2006 (medical records staff member) and 2009 (dental hygienist)
Associate of Art and Science, Associate of Dental Hygiene
ICHS is a place for clients to access for affordable and quality health care. It is a good place for me to practice and use my language skills for clients in need.
Working in a diverse community, I believe it is important to provide individualized, evidence-based and quality care. My goal is to promote wellness, prevent and control oral disease and encourage active client participation and collaboration.
Location:Holly Park Clinic
English, Vietnamese
2014
AA, Wichita State University-Kansas
Registered Dental Hygienist
ICHS proudly serves all people without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender or sexual orientation, and regardless of income.
As a dental hygienist, I strive to provide every patient with specialized treatment and to adhere to the highest standard of care. I would like to enhance people’s dental care experience while providing them with a friendship build upon trust, honesty and respect for privacy.
In my spare time I love to cook and spend quality time with my four boys.