Welcome to Star Pediatric Dentistry, serving the littlest smiles of Manalapan, Marlboro, Morganville, Freehold, and surrounding areas of Monmouth and Ocean counties. We are committed to your childs positive early dental experiences, and we strive to treat our little patients with respect and compassion. Dr. Rishi Verma is certified as a Diplomate by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. From your babys first tooth to your teenagers wisdom teeth, Dr. Verma and his stellar team are here to give your family the tools and treatments necessary for a lifetime of healthy, radiant smiles. Our state-of-the art office is conveniently located in Manalapan.
My main practice philosophy is that every child deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion and respect, just as I would treat my own children. By providing them with a caring, supportive atmosphere at an early age, I hope my young patients will grow up to become adults with a positive view of dentistry, and a commitment to making healthy dental choices. At Star Pediatric Dentistry, my staff and I strive to make sure that all patients feel safe and comfortable from the moment they enter our doors and throughout their time in the office. We want you to feel like you are a part of our family. Our main focus is on preventive pediatric dentistry, and we work very hard to give you the tools to achieve a cavity-free bill of health. Should your child need treatment, we will be happy to discuss your options and together we will develop a dental plan to optimize your childs oral health. We invite you to visit our practice and allow us to make your child feel like a star!
Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Specialty Permit #06022 I was born and raised in Canada ( not in an igloo, eh), and completed my Honours Bachelor of Science in Biological Chemistry at the University of Toronto in 2002. Following my undergraduate studies, I ventured south of the Canadian border and obtained my Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the prestigious Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery.
After dental school, I wanted to expand my dental horizons and underwent rigorous training in a General Practice Residency at Harvard University, sharing my time between Brigham and Womens Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Dana Farber Cancer Insititute. It was during this time in Boston where I found my passion for Pediatric Dentistry. Subsequently, I obtained a Fellowship Certificate in Special Care Dentistry at Helen Hayes Hospital in Rockland, NY, where I was privileged to treat special needs patients both in the traditional dental setting and in the operating room. Following this fellowship, I spent two additional years of Pediatric training at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, NY, where I received extensive training in all aspects of pediatric dental care. During my time at Montefiore, I was elected by my colleagues and attending faculty as the Chief Resident of the Pediatric Dental program.
All of my extensive post-graduate training has enhanced my expertise in all aspects of Pediatric Dentistry, including behaviour management and guidance techniques, preventive and restorative treatment of caries, treatment of developmentally disabled children and adults, major and minor dental trauma, orthodontics, and treatment of patients under sedation and in the operating room. I am one of few pediatric dentists in the U.S. that is certified as a Diplomate by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Donohue was born and raised right here in Monmouth County, NJ. Up for the adventure, she took a quick trip down south and completed her undergraduate degree at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. She then moved to NYC for dental school and graduated from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. After dental school, she completed a General Practice Residency at Helen Hayes Hospital in Rockland County, New York, which focused on treating patients with special needs. During her time at Helen Hayes, she developed a passion for making dentistry both accessible and enjoyable for all patients, solidifying her decision to become a pediatric dentist. She went on to complete a vigorous two-year pediatric dental residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, where she served as chief resident. After spending seven years inNYC, shes excited to be back home and looking forward to creating a dental home for your children. When not at the office, you can find her browsing Pinterest planning for her upcoming wedding to her fianc Rob, traveling the world, or spoiling her French Bulldog Cameron.
Dr. Goldman was born and raised in a small town outside of Boston. She completed her undergraduate degree at Hamilton College where she graduated cum laude with a double major in Sociology and Biology. After college, Dr. Goldman attended dental school at the University of Pennsylvania. She also earned a Master of Public Health degree from SUNY-Albany where she was inducted into the Delta Omega National Public Health Honor Society. Dr. Goldman loves working with children and is passionate about providing access to quality care for all pediatric patients. She returned home to Boston to complete her pediatric dental residency at Boston Childrens Hospital-Harvard University. She is currently completing a PhD program in Social Welfare at the Wurzweiler School of Social Work where she hopes to utilize her knowledge to advocate for access to quality oral healthcare for pediatric patients. In her spare time, Dr. Goldman enjoys spending time with her husband and three furbabies.