Dr. Tomlinson graduated from Howard University School of Dentistry in 1986. She was a Captain in the Air Force from 1987-1990. She has over 30 years of experience in the dental field. Dr. Tomlinson is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, National Dental Association, Tampa Bay Area Dental Association, American Dental Association, Hillsborough County Dental Association, the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU), and a Dawson Academy Alumni. She was born and raised in the reggae capital of the world, the sun-drenched tropical island of Jamaica. She is married to her husband Richard. Dr. Tomlinson has a son who is a financial analyst and a daughter who has followed in her footsteps, and is a dentist in the practice.
Dr. Tomlinson enjoys tennis, music, and art. She also enjoys playing the piano and the saxophone. She is keen on providing the utmost dental care to her patients. She has an engaging personality that puts her patients at ease. Dr. Tomlinson is constantly keeping up with the latest technologies in the dental field. Her passion for dentistry is evident in the level of commitment she has towards her patients.
Dr. Lorraine Tomlinson received her dental degree from Howard University College of Dentistry in Washington, DC. After working a short time in Northern Virginia and Maryland, she relocated to Tampa, her native city. Dr. L is passionate about helping her patients. She keeps up-to-date by attending courses that teach the best methods and techniques in the industry. Dr. L is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, National Dental Association, Tampa Bay Area Dental Association, and American Dental Association.
Dr. McDonald-Chang graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy in 1995. She completed a one year residency prior to joining Tomlinson Dental in 1996. She has over 20 years of experience in the dental field. She also has a Masters in Public Health.
Dr. McDonald-Chang is a fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and an alumni of the Dawson Academy . She is also a member of the National Dental Association, the American Dental Association, Tampa Bay Area Dental Association, Hillsborough County Dental Association, and Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU). Dr. McDonald-Chang and her husband Wayne are from Jamaica, and have two sons. She loves watching movies, basketball and soccer. She enjoys travelling to new places and learning about different cultures and foods. Dr. McDonald-Chang volunteers at the Homeless Empowerment Project Inc. (HEP) and is continually increasing her dental knowledge by taking continuing education courses.
She is highly commended for her gentle touch by patients. Aside from her professional skill, she is always upbeat and driven. Brenda raised two daughters and one adopted dog named Chico. (You can follow him on Instagram! Brenda resides in Riverview, FL and enjoys volunteering, yoga, puzzles, reading, traveling and spending quality time with family. Brenda also habla espaol.
Jairo also enjoys fitness, having won 1st place in teenage bodybuilding at the age of 17. He is additionally passionate about soccer. His favorite teams are Real Madrid (Spain) and the Brazil National Football Team. If he is not painting or working out, he enjoys the outdoors - whether biking, hiking or swimming. He loves motorcycles and his favorite food is whatever his mom makes for him.
Millie was born in Antigua and raised in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands. She attended the Laurel School of Medical and Dental Assistant in Phoenix, Arizona where she received her expanded functions certification. Millie has been a dental assistant for over thirty years. Her calm and light-hearted demeanor makes patients feel at home. She is the mother of two beautiful daughters. Her hobbies include going to the movies and enjoying herself at amusement parks.
Richard hails from Jamaica, but grew up in the windy city of Chicago. After graduation he took over the family business for over 32 years. He moved to Tampa in 2006 and opened up Ginja Bay Restaurant for over 8 years. He is currently the operations manager for Tomlinson Dental and enjoys assisting patients finance their dental treatment. Richard's hobbies include traveling, swimming, bike riding and cooking.
Sita was born on the beautiful Island of Trinidad in the West Indies. She is married with three children. After high school she completed course accounting and computers, working in the bank for over 15 years. After moving to Florida, she worked in retail for 9 years; December 2013 Sita changed careers and started at Tomlinson Dental. Her hobbies include playing cricket and most outdoor activities, being at the seaside as well as cooking all types of foods especially West Indian food.
Sandra was born on the beautiful tropical island of Jamaica. She is a warm, caring person. She brought with her a wealth of knowledge from the corporate world especially in the area of customer service. She worked in banking for over 19 years. She is now in dentistry, another step along her journey of personal growth and development. She is a mother of two adult children; son Cleon and daughter Camille. She enjoys cooking, baking, and gardening. If music is playing, guaranteed she is dancing.
She brings several years of high-level customer service experience to Tomlinson Dental. Keisha is very driven - a true go-getter; literally seizing the Patient Coordinator opportunity in pursuit of a new career journey. Our running joke is that Keisha actually hired herself! Additionally, her optimistic outlook and can-do attitude have both made her transition into dentistry seamless. She is the eldest of 6 children and enjoys dancing and listening to dancehall music, having danced professionally and competitively before migrating to the United States.
Henry, Jr. has been the office mascot for 3 years, following in the foot steps of his parents - the late Henrietta and Henry, Sr. He was born on the office grounds during a record breaking Tampa winter - the lone survivor of his brood of 11.
When he's not crowing, *ahem* cheering at the office team upon arrival and departure, you can find him supervising operatories through the rear entrance, inspecting the parking lot for cleanliness, or eating snacks with Dr. T, Mr. Stewart and Bonnie. He is also an early riser, retiring to his tree at 6pm in preparation for the next work day.