Penny Belke was born and grew up in Oak Park, IL with her parents and four siblings. After attending Oak Park High School, Penny studied to become a hygienist at Northwestern University. She worked in a dental office for the next ten years while she studied at Loyola for both her bachelor and dental degrees. While in dental school, Dr. Belke was involved in three honor societies: Sigma Phi Alpha, Delta Sigma Delta and Omicron Kappa Upsilon. In addition, she received the CN Johnson Award for her incredible talent in the field of gold work. Dr. Belkes excellence in dental school carried over to her current practice which is recognized by Top Doc and Checkbook as one of the best dental practices in Dupage County.
While attending school at Loyola, Dr. Belke met John Borello who was studying to become a Periodontist. The Doctors married in 1980 and had four children. Their oldest son, Steven, is a priest at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Claredon Hills. Kathy followed in her parents footsteps and practices dentistry with Dr. Belke. Nancy, Kathys twin, taught English at Wheeling High School for a few years prior to staying at home with her two sons, Kyle and Connor. The baby of the family, Jackie, is currently studying at Northern Illinois to obtain her degree in business.
In addition to raising four wonderful children and maintaining a dental practice, Dr. Belke is very active in the community. She is currently a member of the Glen Ellyn Rotary Club and has previously served on its board in a variety of leadership roles including president. In addition, she serves on the board of directors for both the B.R. Ryall YMCA and Community Bank of Wheaton/Glen Ellyn. The Glen Ellyn Character Coalition and St. James the Apostle Church are two other organizations that Dr. Belke enjoys giving back to and works with on a consistent basis.
Doctor Katherine Kathy Borello is a third generation dentist. Her paternal grandfather, Dominic Borello, practiced dentistry in River Forest, IL for 45 years. Kathys father followed in her Grandfathers footsteps, and Dr. John Borello M.S., D.D.S. graduated from Loyola Dental School in 1980. While attending school, John Borello met Kathys mother, Penny Belke, D.D.S, and the two married in 1980.
Prior to dental school, Kathy studied Criminal Justice and Pre-Dentistry at the University of Chicago. These degrees were both achieved Cum Laude and with college honors. Kathy completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry.
Doctor Kathy has distinguished herself as both a clinician and academician. At graduation, she received the distinction of the Dr. Adalbert L. Vlazny Award in honor of excellence in operative dentistry and clinical skills. She also received the Samuel J. Cascio, DDS Award in honor of excellent academic standing.
Dr. Kathy is an active member of the dental profession. She is currently a member in the following organizations: Chicago Dental Society, American Dental Association, and Illinois State Dental Association. Dr. Kathy values the importance of Continuing Education and maintains up to date techniques and materials with an emphasis on cosmetic dentistry, implants, endodontics, and is Invisalign and Lumineers certified.
When she is not in the office she spends her time as the vice-president of the Glen Ellyn Rotary Club, Active advocate for CASA and a director of the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce. She enjoys spending time with her family, barbequing, and golfing.