Dr. Katie Spellman has been with University Dental Group for 10+ years. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry. Before joining University Dental Group, she practiced in Perry, Iowa, and her hometown of Poplar Bluff, Missouri. She and her husband, Andy, have two school-aged children, Will and Caroline. When time allows, she loves to travel anywhere and everywhere with her family and friends, cooking, reading, and walking around town with her dog, Henry. Dr. Spellmans most loved aspect of dentistry is meeting new people and hearing their stories. She enjoys working with the amazing team at University Dental Group and the fantastic dental environment that the staff and patients have created over the years.
Dr. Patrick is thrilled to join Drs. Elsner and Spellman, her longtime mentors at University Dental. Dr. Lauren Patrick attended Drake University for her undergraduate education and obtained her doctorate at the Creighton University School of Dentistry. With a focus on comprehensive care and treatment, Dr. Patrick enjoys working with patients of all ages and backgrounds. Her primary goal is to create positive experiences through patient education and an engaging team.
A native of Chicago, Dr. Patrick is excited to be a part of the Des Moines community, along with her husband, Kevin, and daughter, Kennedy. Outside of the office, she enjoys exercise, cooking and quality time with family and friends. She is currently a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry and the Iowa Dental Association.
Dr. Katherine Elsner has recently retired, she was in dental practice for over 40 years. She graduated from Ohio State University College of Dentistry and completed a General Practice Residency at Mt. Sinai Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio. The past twenty years she has been involved in dental sleep medicine by treating patient referrals for obstructive sleep apnea with dental devices. Dr. Elsner pioneered a free dental program for the women currently at House of Mercy. This organization is dedicated to serving women recovering from addiction. The entire office feels a sense of fulfillment that comes with the sharing and caring of others. She enjoys working with patients of all ages.
My name is Shannon , I have been with University Dental group for 27 years. I am married and have 2 boys, we enjoy boating, spending time with family and friends. What I love most about my job is the connections and relationships I have made through the years.
My name is Tracey and I have been a registered dental hygienist at University Dental Group since 1999! I am a Des Moines native and I love my job and my community- I feel so lucky to work with my friends at University Dental Group, and I am passionate about oral healthcare.
My name is Cat and I have been a registered dental hygienist for 20 years. Ive always had an interest in oral health since I was a child growing up in Ankeny. I love to travel with my husband and spend time with my 2 fur babies. I also enjoy reading a good murder mystery in my free time.
Jaime joined our Team in July 2020 and she has 15+ years of dental office management experience. Jaime and her husband have 2 school-aged children. They enjoy kayaking, fishing, cooking and playing table tennis together. Jaime and her dog Nalla are lifelong avid runners and run all year round! Among Jaimes favorite things about managing dental offices is the patient care and education and developing lifelong friendships.
I have been apart of the dental industry for 10 years now, always on the front office side. I absolutely love what I do and getting to know our patients and building relationships is such a huge part of it for me. When not at work youll find me enjoying the outdoors in my garden, kayaking on the lake or out for a ride with my husband on our tandem bike.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 353 reviews
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a year ago
Best dentist in DesMoines!
Elizabeth Coleman
a year ago
The dentist was very friendly and took time to answer my questions. The staff at University Dental Group is warm and very professional. I really liked the University Dental Group and will definitely recommend them.
Dorothy Matthews
a year ago
Professional and friendly staff.
Alice Wicker
a year ago
I always have a good experience at university dental
Kristen Fajen Schooley
a year ago
The staff was very kind and welcoming. I saw Dr Lauren and she was very informative about the procedure I was having done. I appreciated her professionalism and enjoyed her fun personality!
Anna Valdez
a year ago
Helpful, generous and kind
Jimmie Cameron Sr
a year ago
I was thoroughly satisfied. I have never had a Dentist to be as detailed in my treatment. I learned a very important fact regarding my medication that was never even considered in my previous treatment. I am very grateful. Ms Juanita
Patricia Evans
a year ago
I love University Dental Group, my hygienist has a very soft hand and does a wonderful job cleaning my teeth. Great job Tracy.
Timothy O'Hern
a year ago
Great visit - thanks!
Daniel Baldi
a year ago
always professionals. a most pleasant experience. Prompt smooth getting into and out of the office. Very clean
Yvonne Walker
a year ago
I felt very comfortable with my decision to come from the time I walked in the door. My intuition was right on point from beginning to end! Thank you Universal Dental Group, Yvonne Walker
Fred Maharry
a year ago
I had my usual great experience. Dr. Spellman and her staff were very professional and helpful!!
Joel Hanson
a year ago
Wonderful and knowledgeable group! Been going here for a few years now and will keep doing so. In my life I have been to many different dental practices but this is the first where I actually feel comfortable and have trust in their capabilities and genuineness as to quality of care and quality of personalities. I no longer have "white coat syndrome" when it comes to going to the dentist, and if you knew me you would know that says a lot about my trust and fondness for the great people at University Dental.
Chrissy Helbling
2 years ago
Always eggicient and friendly
Scott Johnson
2 years ago
Employees were professional yet kind and personable. I am satisfied with the work done. I know inflation is driving up prices because it was more expensive than in the past.
Pamela Duffy
2 years ago
Dr. Patrick and Dr. Spellman are outstanding dentists, and I receive preventive care and exams every 6 months without fail. I've been a patient of this practice, with Dr. Elsner, now retired, for over 35 years. I can't recommend them highly enough.
Matt DePhillips
2 years ago
Fantastic as always. Super friendly and knowledgeable. No more no need to dread the dentist.
Bruce Weber
2 years ago
As usual, since my first visit, always great.
Samantha Hunt
2 years ago
I always have a great experience here.
Lorrie Jagiello
2 years ago
Always professional and friendly! Most importantly they do not shame you when you may not have seen a dentist in years or skipped a few checkups. I have trusted them to take care of me and my families teeth for over 14 years!
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