Rebecca Brown-Robinson CDA, RDA, Practice Administrator / Treatment Coordinator
Duties:
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. Got married October 13th, 2012 to Joel Robinson!! Tobin Jack Robinson.. yes my first child was born June 15, 2013.
Jodi Reece,
Remote Financial Coordinator/Web Design
Duties:
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. Working on our web site.
Native of:
South Jersey
Has lived in:
Margate since 1995
Family Members:
Charles (husband), Jeremy (son, 27) and Mathew (son, 25)
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.
Sindy Joy
Appointment Coordinator
Duties
Assists Front Office Coordinator with patient communications, patient scheduling, and interaction with patients and their families to facilitate ease within the office.
With Dr. Finkelson since:
July 1980
Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson:
HIs passion for his patients and genuine care for all he encounters.
Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics:
Watching beautiful smiles getting created while developing some life long wonderful relationships! Favorite thing about my job: Assisting a fabulous group of professionals in working toward our commom goal; which is creating a six star orthodontic experience for our patients' and their families.
Native of:
Margate, NJ
Has lived in:
Linwood, NJ since 1983
Leisure activites:
Spending time with my family, pilates, and reading .
Additional Information:
I enjoy fine foods and would love to be a wine somelier.
Renee Langfelder, COA, CDA, RDA
Orthodontic Assistant
Duties:
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!
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, 16), and Brandon (son, 20)
Leisure activities:
I enjoy running, being with my children and husband, and going to the gym.
JaLissa Pettigrew CDA,
Auxillary Clinical Assistant
Duties:
Assist staff with clinical procedures. All aspects of orthdontics. Has worked in the field of orthodontics since: 2010
With Dr. Finkelson since:
2011
Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson:
His upbeat personality and creative ability and ease at teaching orthodontics.
Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics:
The opportunity to always turn a person's frown into a smile!
Favorite thing about my job:
Meeting new people and making their experience memorable.
Native of:
Pleasantville, NJ
Has lived in:
Egg Harbor Township since 2010
Leisure activities:
I enjoy dancing, shopping and most importantly spending time with my 3 year old son and family.
Sharon Logan
Front Office Coordinator
Duties:
The coordination of patient flow throughout their experience with the practice in an effortless & seamless manner.
With Dr. Finkelson since:
2012
Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson:
His genuine care for his patients & staff.
Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics:
The transformation & process of creating happy, healthy smiles!
Favorite thing about my job:
Working in a happy, healthy, respectful environment with giving and caring professionals.
Native of:
Southern New Jersey
Has lived in:
Somers Point since 2006
Leisure activities:
Spending time with my husband Jim. Cooking, reading, walking.
Additional Information:
Since quitting smoking in October 2009, I have become much more conscious of my physical & emotional well being. I lost 65 lbs. through Weight Watchers and continue to live a healthy lifestyle. I try to encourage & motivate others who wish to make these changes in their own lives.
