Our Staff
Our Administrative Staff
Darlene
Title: Dental Administration
- Duties: Helping patients with scheduling appointments, treatment planning, their dental benefits, financial arrangements, etc.
- Have worked in the field of dentistry since graduating as a Registered Dental Assistant Level II in 1995
- Have worked with Dr. Chotowetz since March 2002
- Favourite thing about the practice of dentistry: Making people smile - helping them
- Favourite thing about working with Dr. Chotowetz: He is a perfectionist, and takes great care of his patients
- Favourite things about your job: Meeting all the people, helping them, working in a great office with great people
- Native of Cranbrook, BC
- Have lived in Calgary since 1989
- Non-work activities include: Yoga, reading, hanging out with my family - driving kids to their activities
Nicole
Title: RDA/Admin
- Duties: Administration and Reception for Dr. Hubbard, ordering/inventory, some dental assisting for Dr. Hubbard
- Have worked in the field of dentistry since 1997
- Have worked with Dr. Hubbard since April 2005
- Favourite thing about the practice of dentistry: Connecting with our patients, making a difference in people's lives
- Favourite thing about working with Dr. Hubbard: His commitment and dedication to providing the highest standard of care to his patients and staff
- Favourite things about your job: getting to know my patients and working with such talented friendly people
- Native of BC
- Have lived in Calgary since December 2004
- Non-work activities include: children's activities, yoga, reading, volleyball
Jackie
Born and raised in Wilkie, Saskatchewan, on the family farm. Jackie joined the Summit Dental Team in 2007 and has enjoyed the opportunity to meet new and current patients. Married, with 2 boys that are active basketball players which has made Jackie a fan of the game. During the winter months she has been an active curler for 25 years.
Our Dental Assistants
Roxanne
Hi, my name is Roxanne. I was born here in Calgary and raised in the surrounding area. I am married and have two wonderful girls. I have been a registered dental assistant since 2000 and have been employed by Summit Dental for my entire dental career. I graduated from Columbia College here in Calgary. What I enjoy most about the dental field is the relationships that I establish with the patients and the ability to educate them to make them feel more comfortable. I enjoy working with Dr. Chotowetz and Dr Hubbard as they both take pride in their work and care about their patients' needs. Outside of work I enjoy being active with the kids, spending time with family and friends, and working out.
Kim
I have been a Registered Dental Assistant since 1993 and have been here at Summit Dental since 2003. I took the Dental Assisting Program at NAIT and I expanded my duties by taking the Preventative Dentistry Module in 2007. I enjoy working with others, educating my patients and providing the best possible care. I have a 7-year-old son and 5-year-old twin girls and an 11-year-old Black Lab who keep me very busy. I enjoy running, hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing and pretty much anything outdoors in reasonable temperatures.
Andie
Title: Dental Assistant
- Duties: Chairside Assisting for Dr. Chotowetz
- Have worked in the field of dentistry since 2005
- Have worked with Dr. Chotowetz since July 2005
- Favourite thing about the practice of dentistry: I enjoy patient interaction and being introduced to new levels of education and technology to help provide a better environment for our patients.
- Favourite thing about working with Dr. Chotowetz: The unlimited attention, loyalty, care and education that Dr. Chotowetz provides, not only for patients but staff as well.
- Favourite things about your job: knowing that as an individual, or as a team, we continuously, everyday, give the attention and dedication deserved to every patient we see!
- Native of Calgary.
- Have lived in Calgary all my life
Gigi
Hi! My name is Gisela, but everyone calls me "Gigi". I was born and raised in Manizales, Colombia, and got my degree there as a Dentist in 1999. I left my country in 2001, and have lived in Canada since 2004. I am currently one of the RDA Level II here at Summit Dental, and started working for Dr. Chotowetz in September 2007. It is very rewarding to be part of this team. Everyday, I have the opportunity to learn from the Doctors and keep myself up to date in diagnosis, treatments and materials. I am a people person and enjoy interacting with patients. My favourite aspect about working for Dr. Chotowetz is the highest degree of quality and care of our patients. I have been happily married since 2001, and I like to spend my free time watching movies, eating out, working out, and defeating my husband in tennis.
Ange
Hi ! My name is Ange. Was born in Milk River, Alberta and moved to Calgary when I was 3. I have worked in the dental field since 2007. I started as a Dental Lab Technician and now enjoy working as a Sterilization Assistant. Both my mom and my sister work in dentistry in Calgary as well. I have been at Summit Dental since the summer of 2008, first part time then joining the team full time. I enjoy my job and the opportunity to learn all the new things happening in dentistry. I love working with the staff and doctors at Summit Dental. In my off work time I love to hang out with my fiancé, Dave and my dog, Bronx.
Carla
I am thrilled to be working at Summit Dental as Dr. Hubbard’s Registered Dental Assistant. Being a native of Saskatchewan, like Dr. Hubbard, I believe we have the same sense of patient care and quality of dentistry. The whole feel of the office to me is relaxed and caring. After working in dentistry since 1997 I finally feel like I have found my perfect fit here at Summit Dental. I enjoy all out patients, especially the kids. I really enjoy working with Dr. Hubbard, first and foremost he is a fabulous person and as a dentist his attention to detail, exceptional professionalism and his report with patients make him wonderful to work along side.
Outside the office I have a wonderful partner, Dan, whom I adore and who has three gorgeous children Madison, Megan and Devin. I too have a beautiful son named Brock who fills my life and keeps me on my toes! With 4 kids we do lots of entertaining! I love to cook and having lots of people to feed makes it fun. We are busy with the hustle and bustle of life and have taken on renovating a small home in the country.
Andrea
Hi my name is Andrea and I am enjoy working at Summit Dental as a member of Dr Chotowetz’s team. I have been a dental assistant since 2006 and graduated from KDM Dental College. I was born and raised in Edmonton, moved here in 1997 and consider Calgary as my home. Being an RDA can be challenging but is very rewarding as well, I am dedicated in providing the best quality care for all patients and I especially enjoy working with children. At Summit Dental, our team is some of the most professional, hard working group of people I know and working with them has helped me improve in all aspects of my job, as I am constantly learning something new. Away from work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.
Our Dental Hygienists
Valerie
Title: Dental Hygienist
- Duties: Diagnosis (through probing and x-rays) and treatment of periodontal disease and diagnosis of oral health
- Have worked in the field of dentistry since 1986. I graduated from the U of A. An excellent Dental Hygiene program
- Have worked with Dr. K. Chotowetz and Dr. J. Hubbard since 2004
- Favourite thing about the practice of dentistry: I love working with people, getting to know them and helping them improve their oral health. I enjoy sharing what I know about health and wellness.
- Favourite thing about working with Dr. Chotowetz and Dr. Hubbard: Both doctors are very caring and conscientious about their work. They go the extra distance to help people. They are very focused on providing the best service to each and every one. They also encourage all the staff to go over and above to provide excellent care for our patients.
- Favourite things about your job: I love cleaning teeth (sounds weird but I do). I love the challenge each and every day to provide excellent care because every person has different concerns. I enjoy educating people on how to improve their health through better home care and dental visits. I enjoy going to Continuing Education courses to learn more about periodontal disease and the new and latest methods of treatment.
- Native of Northern Alberta.
- Have lived in Okotoks and area (current location) over 20 years
- Non-work activities include: I enjoy running (I did the Melissa's Run in Banff), love hockey ("Hockey Mom" to my 10-year-old son) and love the Flames Hockey. I enjoy red wine and relaxing at my cabin in the summer. I enjoy also being a "Soccer Mom" for my 2 teenage girls.
Mark
Hello, my name is Mark and I have been a dental hygienist (RDH) here at Summit Dental since 2005. I graduating from Dalhousie University in 1995, I have been working in the field ever since. I truly enjoy the close knit team atmosphere the profession provides and the opportunity for continued education. Away from the office I enjoy many interests, with friends and family at the top of the list, followed by a passion for "adrenalin sports".
Sarah
I have worked in the dental field since 2003 and as a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2006. I grew up on Vancouver Island in Campbell River, British Columbia, and moved to Calgary in 2006. I started working at Summit Dental in 2007. I attended Cambrian College in Sudbury, Ontario, for my schooling as a Dental Hygienist and the University of Alberta to complete my Local Anesthetic. I enjoy working for Summit Dental because it is a fun, professional team environment where every staff member provides optimal health care to their patients. Out of the office I like to spend time with family and friends, travel and enjoy the outdoors.
Donna
I joined Summit Dental in July 2009 and every day I enjoy working with such a dedicated team providing such great care. I enjoy working with patients, getting to know them and helping them to achieve a clean, healthy mouth. I graduated from the University Of Alberta in 1994, and got married the same year. My husband and I were both born and raised in Calgary and we have two wonderful daughters. When I am not at work, you can find me doing Mom things as well as scrapbooking, boating in the summers and travelling.
Sommer
Hello, my name is Sommer and I have worked at Summit Dental since 2009. I grew up in Thunder Bay Ontario and wanted to work in a dental office since I was 10 years old. I started my career in the dental field in 2003 as a Registered Dental Assistant and as my passion for oral health grew, I pursued Dental Hygiene. I attended Confederation College in Thunder Bay, Ontario and graduated in 2008. I love teeth and the ever-growing changes of dentistry in creating healthy beautiful smiles. While not at work, I enjoy spending time with friends and family as well as traveling. As one of the newest members to Summit, I am proud to be a part of a wonderful team who are all dedicated to providing the best client care possible.