Dr. Gary E. Taylor earned his Bachelor of Arts degree at Indiana University before heading to the University of Tennessee, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and orthodontic training. He has been in practice for over 40 years. Dr. Taylor stays abreast of the latest advances in orthodontics with memberships in the following organizations: American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, Virginia Dental Association, NC Dental Society, International College of Dentists, American College of Dentists, Tidewater Orthodontic Society, Portsmouth/Suffolk Study Club and the Portsmouth Assembly.

A member of Church of the Messiah in the Greenbrier section of Chesapeake, Dr. Taylor served two terms on the Virginia Board of Dentistry. In his spare time, he enjoys golf, woodworking and traveling.

Dr. Jennifer Hadra earned her Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Tulsa and then pursued a career in the medical field for many years. Having a passion for art and science, she then went on to complete her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine, and received her Master of Science degree in Orthodontics and a Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at Seton Hill University. Dr. Hadra believes you should never underestimate the power of a smile! It brings her great joy seeing the patients reaction to their new smile for the first time. When not hard at work you can find Dr. Hadra and her family enjoying various outdoor activities including boating, fishing, and lawn sports with their Great Dane and Dachshund. Dr. Hadra has a heart for volunteerism for numerous causes, and believes in treating patients like family. Her hobbies include painting, cooking, and traveling.

Dr. Glenwood E. Morris completed his undergraduate studies at Lynchburg College before earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the Medical College of Virginia. He went on to receive his orthodontic training at the State University of New York Buffalo Orthodontic Department.

In practice for over 40 years, Dr. Morris is a member of many regional and national professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, Virginia Dental Association, NC Dental Society, Tidewater Orthodontic Society, Portsmouth/Suffolk Study Club and the Portsmouth Assembly.

We are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home! We put your needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive treatment. Our staff is trained and skilled, and we strive to provide energetic and fun-loving service to each patient.

Kerri has been with Doctors Morris and Taylor for 12 years in various positions prior to becoming the office manager. Kerri enjoys working with such a close group of co-workers who feel like family to her. Kerri is a military wife who has been lucky enough to call Virginia home for 25 years. She enjoys spending time with her husband and son. Kerri enjoys reading, camping, and going to the mountains whenever possible.

Paula has been with Doctors Morris and Taylor for 6 years. She is a Texas native currently living in Camden, NC. She served in the United States Navy for 14 years. She met and married her best friend Joe. They have two children, Paige, who is currently in the Army, and their son Gabe. She received her Associates degree in Medical Office Administration in 2013 from COA. She is one of our treatment coordinators. Paula loves to work with the kids and adults and just meeting new people every day. For fun, she and her husband enjoy spending time with their kids and dogs, and swimming in the river and being outdoors.

Connie has been employed with Doctors Morris & Taylor for 21 years. She works in our Elizabeth City office. Outside of work, Connie enjoys spending time with her family, doing crafts, and she is active in her church.

Teressa has been with Doctors Morris and Taylor for 35 years. She has been an orthodontic assistant for many years. She enjoys traveling to Elizabeth City office. She also enjoys the relationships she has established with the patients over the years. In her spare time, she enjoys camping with her friends. When she is not camping, she spends all her time with her two beautiful granddaughters.

Angie is one of our orthodontic assistants. She lives in Elizabeth City and has been with the practice for 8 years. She is simply a country girl from Gates County, NC. She is married and her kids have paws! She loves to garden, read, and craft in her spare time.

Tonya has been in the orthodontic field for 15 years. She has been with our practice for 5 years. She is a mom to 3 children. Some of her favorite things are mermaids, sushi and watching her kids play ball. Her hobbies include baking, crafting, cosmetology, and being on the river.