Admin Team
Dana
Receptionist & Coordinator
Dana VanderLaan founded VanderLaan Family Dentistry with her husband, Dr. VanderLaan, in April of 2012. She is versed in all administrative tasks and acts as the office manager. Before her over 12 years of experience in the dental field, Dana graduated with a BSW from Saginaw Valley State University and an MSW from the University of Michigan, School of Social Work. Dana is a self starter, and was trained in dentistry completely on the job, and continues to learn new things about running an efficient, patient-centered dental office.
Along with her work at VFD, she is mom to her children (Brooke 16, Jenna 15, AJ 11 and Nora 11), and works tirelessly to make sure all of their needs are met, and devotes her time to being their #1 supporter. She enjoys her family time, rooting on her kid’s at their various athletic events, school and church activities, traveling, walking and working out, gardening, and spending time at home.
Mikayla
Registered Dental Assistant
Mikayla, a Registered Dental Assistant, has 11 years of dental experience. She attended Grand Rapids Community College and Washtenaw Community College. Her interests include rollerblading, hammocking, and spending time with friends and family. She is technologically advanced, friendly, and puts patients at ease.
Karin
Registered Dental Assistant
Karin is a registered Dental Assistant with 6 years of experience in the dental field. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from Ferris State University in Allied Health. She enjoys traveling, spending time with family, and visiting her cottage. Karin is hardworking and friendly and exudes confidence.
Amanda
Registered Dental Assistant
Amanda is a registered Dental Assistant who graduated from Grand Rapids Community College in 2012. She has 12 years of assisting experience and prioritizes making each patient comfortable and at ease in the dental chair. Amanda enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and their Goldendoodle, Lam-chop, outside the dental office.
Jenna
Billing and Patient Care Coordinator
Jenna, the Billing, and Patient Care Coordinator has 8 years of experience in the field and an associate’s degree from Baker College in medical office administration. She enjoys spending time with her family and crafting. She is kind, caring, and detail-oriented.
Becca
Patient Care Coordinator
Becca is a Patient Care Coordinator with over 15 years of experience in dentistry. She has 10 years of experience as a dental assistant and 5 years as a patient care coordinator.
She prides herself on being friendly, helping patients with insurance, and understanding their dental treatment. She enjoys spending time with her husband and three kids. She engages in camping, gardening, and being outdoors in her spare time.
Clinical Team
Amy
Registered Dental Hygienist
Amy, a Registered Dental Hygienist, graduated from Ferris State University and has 17 years of experience in the field. She enjoys hanging out with her family and friends and spending time outdoors. She prides herself on making patients feel comfortable and well-cared for.
Taryn
Registered Dental Hygienist
Taryn is a Registered Dental Hygienist with three years of experience in the industry. She graduated from Grand Rapids Community College. She is passionate about dogs, coffee, boating, and hanging out with her family. She is also efficient, dedicated, and hardworking.
Krista
Registered Dental Hygienist
Krista is a Registered Dental Hygienist who has been in the position since 1996. She has an Associate’s Degree from Ferris State University and took three extra years of schooling at Oakland University for Pre-Dentistry. She received the Golden Scaler Award from Ferris State University. She loves spending time camping with her family and friends. She also enjoys watching her boys play lacrosse and grow into exceptional young men. She cares a great deal about her patients’ health and dental wellness.
Julie
Registered Dental Hygienist
Julie has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for over 26 years. She attended Grand Rapids Community College and graduated in 1998 with an Associate’s Degree. For the first two years of her career, she was a fill-in Hygienist in different offices in the area. She worked with adults, kids, veterans, and individuals with special needs but decided that a family dental practice would best suit her.
Julie enjoys camping, diamond painting and other crafts, cooking and experimenting with new recipes, and spending time with her family. She also enjoys volunteering for community events and festivals. Her best attributes are caring for others and making them feel better about themselves. Julie loves her co-workers and being a team player. Her goals are to continue learning through her continuing education and bring new and modern education and techniques to her patients.