Our Team of seven dental professionals has over 120 years of combined dental experience in this office and is exceptionally qualified to provide expertise in each department within the practice. All of our dental assistants and hygienists are licensed professionals who pride themselves on staying on the cutting edge of dentistry and patient communication.

We love what we do, and it shows on our faces—it seems we’re always smiling around here. You’ll find our staff is friendly and up-beat and we’ll do our best to make your visit comfortable, and even fun. And all the while we’ll be providing you with the highest quality dental care. Don’t be surprised if it’s the best time you’ve had at a dental office.

Biographies: 

ERIN PEAK, RDA - Erin is originally from Shreveport, LA. She moved here with her parents and brother in 2001 from northeast GA. She graduated from Habersham Central High School and attended DSU and Southeast Tech for Dental Assisting. Erin lives in Madison, SD and enjoys reading, travel, and spending time with family and friends. Erin has been with Dr. Elpert’s office for 4 years.

BARB KIPP, RDA - Barb is a native of Winfred, SD and attended Howard High School. Barb and her husband, Jerome, have 4 children, Kristi, Justin, Sarah, Isaac, and one granddaughter Braylee. They live on a farm near Montrose. Barb enjoys spending time with her family and attending their children’s activities. Barb has been with Dr. Elpert’s office for 21 years.
  
DEBBIE SCHEIER, RDH - Debbie graduated from Illinois Central College with an Associate degree in Dental Hygiene. Deb and her husband, John, have two children, Joseph and Jillian. Joseph is attending Iowa State and Jillian is a junior at McCook Central High School. Debbie enjoys going to her children’s sport events and gardening. Debbie has been with Dr. Elpert’s office for 28 years.
   
JENNIFER RIEDEL, RDA - Jennifer is a native of Oldham. She attended Oldham-Ramona High School and graduated from Lake Area Vo-Tech in Watertown, School of Dental Assisting. Jennifer and her husband, Brandon, have two children, Collin and Brookelyn. Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family and outdoor activities. Jennifer has been with Dr. Elpert’s office 10 years. 
    
KATHY ERICKSON, RDA - Kathy is a native of Winfred, SD. She attended school in Madison and graduated from Lake Area Vo-Tech in Watertown, School of Dental Assisting. Kathy and her husband Doug live in Madison. Kathy enjoys bowling, bike riding, and camping with her husband. Kathy has been with Dr. Elpert’s office for 29 years. 

KATE BAUER- Kate is originally from Madison, SD. She attended Chester High School. She graduated in 2004 and went on to DSU. Kate is planning to start Southeast Tech for Dental Assisting in the fall of 2009. Kate enjoys reading, swimming, and outdoor activities. She also enjoys spending time with family and friends. Kate has been with our office for 7 months.