That fall Dr. Jim started his training at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, and received his DDS degree. During his time at the School of Dentistry, Jim received the Donald A. Kerr award as the outstanding student in general and oral pathology and the American Academy of Dental Radiography award as the outstanding student in dental radiography. He was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon national dental honor society. Dr. Jim's student research was published in the journal, Anesthesia Progress and he was honored to present his results at the annual meeting of the International Association of Dental Research in Dallas Texas.
After dental school, Dr. Jim elected to do a one year General Practice Residency at the University of Illinois Hospital. His residency experience included a course in physical diagnosis through the University of Illinois medical school, a rotation on an internal medicine service (at the West Side VA Hospital), and a rotation on an anesthesia service doing IV sedation and general anesthesia for surgeries. It also included rotations in oral surgery and hospital dentistry, working primarily on medically compromised patients and Medicaid eligible children.
Then Dr. Jim returned to Hastings to join his father, Dr. Carl Peurach, in private practice. Jim partnered with his father for 10 years, until Dr. Carl retired. Since then, Dr. Jim has partnered with a dedicated staff to continue providing high quality care to his patients.
Over the years Jim has continued learning through continuing education courses on such subjects as dental implants, porcelain veneers, cosmetic bonding, all ceramic cosmetic restorations, chronic pain and many others. Dr. Jim is a member of the American Dental Association, the Michigan Dental Association and the West Michigan District Dental Association.
While in dental school, Dr. Jim married his high school sweetheart Peggy. They have three sons: Stephen, Jonathan and Thomas. Jim enjoys golf, tennis and outdoor recreation. He has been a parent coach for over 30 youth soccer, basketball and baseball teams.
Dr. Kim was born and raised in Holt, Michigan. She obtained a business degree from Miami University before attending the University of Louisville School of Dentistry, where she graduated cum laude. After completing dental school, Dr. Kim stayed in Louisville KY to practice while her husband completed his residency in Oral Surgery. Dr. Kim is so excited to move to Grand Rapids where most of her extended family now resides. Her special interests include preventative dentistry, crown & bridge, oral surgery and endodontics, which she continues to grow through continuing education. Dr. Kim hopes to bring her clinical experience and gentle touch to assist Dr. Jim to ensure the individual needs of all our patients are met.
I started my dental career in 1998 as a dental assistant with Dr. Peurach. I graduated from hygiene school in 2005 from Kellogg Community College. In college I served as a class officer and enjoyed participating in community outreach programs. I like to positively impact people's lives and help improve their oral health.
Jen says if she wouldn't have gotten into the Dental Hygiene program at Kellogg Community College, she would have gone for being a radiography technician or a UPS driver! She graduated from KCC in 2012.
Her hobbies include buying craft supplies such as rubber stamps, sticker, and scrapbook paper. Summer art fairs in St. Joseph and Ann Arbor are another of her interests. Jen adopted her cat Frankie in July 2020 and he has been a great source of joy. Jen also is an election volunteer!
I was born and raised a Michigander and I continue to be smitten with the mitten! I received by Certificate for Dental Assisting from Ross Medical Education Center. The dental field was the career I chose where I could combine my love for people and my skills to help bring a smile and educate our patients here at James C. Peurach Family Dentistry. I love working side by side with the team at this office because together we strive for excellence while keeping an upbeat atmosphere.
Hi, I'm Roxanne. I went to Ross Medical Education for school to become a dental assistant. I trained here with Dr. Jim. He and all the staff were so wonderful, when they offered me a position, I happily accepted. All the patients have been so great and I am excited to continue my career here!
I've been working in the dental field for over eight years. I have enjoyed getting to know the patients here at Dr. Jim's office for four years and counting. I grew up in Hastings, but left as an adult while living first in Florida, then in California, for a combined 12 years. I miss that California weather, but being back in Hastings has really been wonderful for my family.
When the sun shines you will find me outside riding bikes, long boards or jumping on the trampoline with my kids, hiking, kayaking or enjoying my back deck. In the winter, I would rather watch movies while the fireplace warms the living room. I love a good thunderstorm. And someday, I hope to travel to many of the beautiful places around the world.
My dental career began in 1992, when I graduated from Kalamazoo Valley Community College's dental hygiene program. I began working in several local dental offices while raising our two children. Shortly thereafter, I was asked to join the Dental Hygiene Advisory Board at KVCC and remained on it for more than 20 years. It was rewarding to give back to my alma mater.
I completed my bachelor's degree in Healthcare Management from Siena Heights University in 2000 to enhance my education and give myself more career choices. After 23 years in hygiene, I began to explore some of these options. Ultimately that led me to Dr. Jim's dental practice, where I am happy to be part of the dental team as one of the Financial/Scheduling Coordinators.
Outside of work, I spend my days off with my husband Ron & our cat Jazzi. Together we live in the Gun Lake area and enjoy golfing, boating, hiking and traveling. Our travels have included Hawaii, Alaska, and Italy. Our kids are grown and have given us three grandchildren, who we love to spoil. Life is good!
I graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a BBA in 1982 and graduated from Western Michigan University with an MS in Accounting in 1990. While I have worked in several different industries, most of my experience is in the area of health care; including dental offices, a podiatry clinic, andan accounts receivable department of a hospital in Chicago.
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Rating 4.7 out of 5 based on 13 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestAshlee Gunn
2 years ago
I started going to Dr. Jim about 1 1/2 years ago and I was really anxious about going to a dentist again, I had a very bad experience with my previous dentist. I choose to try Dr. Jim because of how amazing, kind, and patient his receptionist/wife Peggy was when I called. She set me at ease and reassured me that they would make me comfortable. Every single person in there office is so nice. Dr. Jim always answers my questions, gives me all of the options and makes sure I'm comfortable. I cannot thank his office enough! They have removed all of my anxiety. My smile and I are forever grateful.
Ashlee Gunn
3 years ago
I started going to Dr. Jim about 1 1/2 years ago and I was really anxious about going to a dentist again, I had a very bad experience with my previous dentist. I choose to try Dr. Jim because of how amazing, kind, and patient his receptionist/wife Peggy was when I called. She set me at ease and reassured me that they would make me comfortable. Every single person in there office is so nice. Dr. Jim always answers my questions, gives me all of the options and makes sure I'm comfortable. I cannot thank his office enough! They have removed all of my anxiety. My smile and I are forever grateful.
Jami Rhodes
3 years ago
Best dentist I've been to by far! Thank you for making each appointment (or emergency) pleasant and a priority.
Jami Rhodes
4 years ago
Best dentist I've been to by far! Thank you for making each appointment (or emergency) pleasant and a priority.
Jim Daniels
5 years ago
Dr. Jim Peurach and Dr. Angie Vredenburg were recommended to me when my wife and I moved to Hastings in 2015, and we have been going there since. Both are professional, caring and skilled. In fact, that can be said for the entire office staff. I like that the dentists take the time to explain procedures and options and to listen to any concerns I might have. The hygienists I have had were gentle yet thorough with the cleanings. Scheduling or changing appointments has been easy, and I have been seen promptly upon arriving for my appointments--no long waits in the waiting room! I recommend Dr. Peurach and Dr. Vredenburg to anyone looking for dental care.
Jim Daniels
5 years ago
Dr. Jim Peurach and Dr. Angie Vredenburg were recommended to me when my wife and I moved to Hastings in 2015, and we have been going there since. Both are professional, caring and skilled. In fact, that can be said for the entire office staff. I like that the dentists take the time to explain procedures and options and to listen to any concerns I might have. The hygienists I have had were gentle yet thorough with the cleanings. Scheduling or changing appointments has been easy, and I have been seen promptly upon arriving for my appointments--no long waits in the waiting room! I recommend Dr. Peurach and Dr. Vredenburg to anyone looking for dental care.
Raymond Kosbar
5 years ago
Dose not except Medicaid Even if you and your Family have been customers for years.
Raymond Kosbar
6 years ago
Dose not except Medicaid Even if you and your Family have been customers for years.
Missty Black
6 years ago
Dr. Peurach and his staff are friendly, welcoming and considerate about every part of your visit to their office. I recently had a visit for a long procedure and they worked with me on my schedule, were considerate of my needs for the appointment and made sure I was comfortable during the entire procedure. The entire process was painless! :) Dr. Peurach is a very talented dentist, very informative and considerate of you during the procedure....something you don't always get from a doctor. To top it all off, the entire visit cost much less than I had planned for.
Missty Black
7 years ago
Dr. Peurach and his staff are friendly, welcoming and considerate about every part of your visit to their office. I recently had a visit for a long procedure and they worked with me on my schedule, were considerate of my needs for the appointment and made sure I was comfortable during the entire procedure. The entire process was painless! :) Dr. Peurach is a very talented dentist, very informative and considerate of you during the procedure....something you don't always get from a doctor. To top it all off, the entire visit cost much less than I had planned for.
scott black
7 years ago
DR. Jim and the staff at his office make you feel like family. You are not just a patient or a number!!. I had recently switched to a dental office in Kalamazoo due to switching jobs. That was a huge mistake on my part. The people at this other office made me feel like I was inconveniencing them to be there. The girl that was cleaning my teeth spent more time on her phone than she did paying attention to me. On top of that when she finished my teeth would hurt for weeks afterwards...It didn't take me long to realize that it is worth the hour drive back up to Hastings. The girls behind the counter make you feel welcome and most of the time they know more about my dental situation than I do!!!(Especially Alicia!!) I would also like to point out that Angie is an artist when it comes to cleaning teeth. She is very meticulous and very easy to get along with it. Most important of all when she finishes my teeth feel refreshed and there is virtually NO PAIN!! I would recommend this office to anyone including my friends and family!!
Marcie Sipperley
7 years ago
My Son had an accident 3 years ago and required extensive dental surgery and dental implants. It was a traumatic experience but we were able to get through it. Dr Jim was gentle, patient and very understanding while he cared for him. Thank you, Dr Peurach for giving him the confidence and pride to smile again.
Desiree Tossava
7 years ago
Very friendly and caring staff. Both doctors take the time to give a proper diagnosis and are always in the patients best interest!
Sarah Vanallsburg
7 years ago
My daughter, who is 7 years old, was afraid of dentists. She came in to have a filling done with Dr Angie. She made her feel so comfortable and calm and my daughter did amazing. She now asks me daily when she can come back and have her next filling with Dr. Angie!!!
Erik sipperley
7 years ago
will never go to a different dentist again. Both Dr Jim and Dr Angie are excellent dentists Dr Jim did a wonderful job with my implants couldn't be any more happy with the work he did with them
Dustin M
7 years ago
There are not enough stars on the rating chart for this office! The staff is super friendly and I actually look forward to going to the Dentist Office when I go there! Dr. Jim and Dr. Angie are great dentists! I would refer anyone I know to go here!
Alicia M
7 years ago
I have been a patient since 2007 and couldn't be more pleased with the exceptional level of care I have received on a consistent basis. At my initial appointment it was discovered my morning headaches and jaw pain were being caused from clenching and grinding at night. I took the recommendation to get a bite splint made and have been waking up a much more pleasant morning person ever since. :) I appreciated how they took time to listen and how I felt valued as a person. Accepting New Patients! My two sons came into the office for their first dental appointments this week and had an exceptional visit!! They came in with smiles, but left with grins! Dr. Jim and Brooke were very gentle, patient, and informative. This visit reaffirmed why we wouldn't go anywhere else!
josh p
7 years ago
Dr. Jim is my dentist and he does fantastic work on my teeth. He is also very willing to explain things to you, and very pleasant. I also go to Angie for my cleanings and she is great. She is very gentle and my gums are not throbbing or bleeding for being overly jabbed like other hygienists I have been to at other offices. I highly recommend this office.
Marcie Sipperley
8 years ago
My Son had an accident 3 years ago and required extensive dental surgery and dental implants. It was a traumatic experience but we were able to get through it. Dr Jim was gentle, patient and very understanding while he cared for him. Thank you, Dr Peurach for giving him the confidence and pride to smile again.
Erik sipperley
8 years ago
will never go to a different dentist again. Both Dr Jim and Dr Angie are excellent dentists Dr Jim did a wonderful job with my implants couldn't be any more happy with the work he did with them
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