Dr. Hare says that the best thing about being a dentist is forming long-lasting relationships with his patients. Nothing makes him happier than seeing someones health and appearance improve over time thanks to a customized treatment plan he designed to meet their unique needs and goals.
My dad is an orthodontist, and growing up, I was able to witness his passion for his patients and his commitment to his work. Throughout the years, I grew more and more interested in dentistry and developed the same passion, which is what led me to dental school and eventually Grand Dental. Today, Im happy to practice in the same field as my dad while forging my own path. - Dr. William Hare
Dr. Hare earned both his undergraduate and Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Since graduating, he has completed advanced training focused on cosmetic dentistry, full mouth rehabilitation, occlusion (bite alignment), dental implants, and endodontics (root canals). He maintains active memberships in both the American Dental Association and SPEAR Education.
Dr. Hare loves spending time with his wife and baby daughter as well as with his extended family, a modern-day Brady Bunch, with five siblings and nine nieces and nephews. Fun fact: Dr. Hare was a competitive swimmer at Lockport High School and a record holder in the 100-yard backstroke at UIC. A big football fan, youll find him cheering on the Bears at every opportunity.
Dr. Katy Correa has been practicing dentistry for nearly 20 years, and she loves helping patients get out of pain and achieve new smiles that boost their confidence. She comes from a family of doctors, and shes proud to carry on the tradition here at Grand Dental.
My two older sisters are doctors (a cardiologist and dermatologist), and when it was time for me to decide what to study, I remember them being so passionate about their careers. So, I started to look for an option that would give me the same kind of satisfaction in the healthcare area. As a dentist, providing care to my patients in need of my services gives me the satisfaction I was looking for every single day. - Dr. Katy Correa
Dr. Katy earned her Master in Comprehensive Dentistry at Benemerita Universidad Autnoma de Puebla and practiced dentistry for 7 years in Mexico. After moving to the United States with her husband, Luis, she competed the Advanced Standing Program for Foreign Trained Doctors at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Finishing at the top of her class, she was inducted into the prestigious National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon. She stays on top of the latest techniques and technology in dentistry thanks to her memberships in the American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society, and Academy of General Dentistry.
At home, Dr. Katy mostly likes to relax with her husband and their two cats. An animal lover, she supports both local and international animal rescue organizations. She plays volleyball in an adult league, and youll often find her reading a good book on the weekends.
Our new pediatric dentist, Dr. Shuran Liang, goes by Dr. Shu with his young patients. Dr. Shu loves helping patients establish a healthy relationship with oral care from the start. He is passionate about Infant Well Baby Visits and recommends that new parents bring their children in for their first dental check-up around the age of one. From babies to teens the best part of his job, is having fun with his patients and watching them grow.
Dr. Shus parents enrolled him in art classes when he was very young, sparking a creative flame that he has maintained throughout his life. He developed an interest in medicine and science growing up the child of two medical professionals; his mother was a cardiologist, and his father an orthodontist. The field of dentistry turned out to be a perfect fit combining his passion for science with his creative ability.
Dr. Shu completed his dental doctorate at the NYU College of Dentistry. Afterwards, he pursued a two-year pediatric residency at NYU Langone Dental Medicines San Diego, CA site, working closely with health providers at Rady Childrens Hospital. During his residency, he became a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist by the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. Today, he is a member of the American Dental Association, Illinois Dental Association, and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
Continuing the theme of creativity, Dr. Shu loves hip hop and urban dance. He began breakdancing in high school and continued through college; today, he prefers to watch dance competitions instead of participating himself. He also enjoys playing video games, binge watching Netflix/Crunchyroll shows, and taking his dog, Vivi, to local dog parks.