Meet Surfside Pediatric Dentistry
Adam Hagan, DDS, FAAPD
Owner
Adam Hagan, DDS, FAAPD
Owner
Christie Sankowski, DMD, FAAPD
Owner
Christie Sankowski, DMD, FAAPD
Owner
Specialized Dental Care:
Specialized Needs/All Ages
Autism
Growth and Development
Sedation
Medically Complex
Dental Services Provided Include:
In-Office Sedation
BPA-Free Sealants
Tooth-Colored Fillings & Crowns
Tongue-Tie Treatment
Laser Dentistry
Low-Radiation Dental Technology
Jim Hagan, BA
I am from Nebraska but moved away for a career in the Air Force. I spent the majority of my service in Italy and Spain maintaining C-141’s and C-5’s. After my military retirement, I joined Ford Motor company and managed the distribution of their parts network. I retired again to be close to grandchildren and now call Tybee Island home and love living on the beach. My experience in logistics helps the Surfside team navigate the complexities of insurance reimbursement.
Andrea Fuller, RDH
I’m from Arizona, but I’ve lived in Georgia for 8 years. I’m married with 3 kids and love reading, chocolate, and letting loose with my kids on roller coasters and bungee jumping! I enjoy working with kids because of how funny they can be, it keeps my job interesting! I love working at Surfside and hope you enjoy coming here too!
Jamie Carmack
Hi my name is Jamie. Originally from Kentucky I moved to Brunswick in 2016. My boyfriend and I have 2 dogs, Cooper and Dolly. I’ve always loved being around children and as a Patient Care Coordinator I get to have a part in giving them the self confidence of having a healthy smile. After all, your smile is your best accessory!
Fun Fact: If I’m not spoiling my dogs I enjoy watching investigative shows.
Sarah Emerick, BS
I am originally from rural Pennsylvania, where I grew up on a farm. As an Army spouse, I have lived with my family in various parts of the country and relocated to Coastal Georgia. Most of my free time is spent running my boys between practices and games or coordinating events for military families. My absolute favorite thing about the opportunity to work in pediatrics is the laughter – the giggles are the greatest!
Fun Fact: I recently completed my degree in Business & Human resources and I enjoy utilizing it to enhance access to care for the children we serve!
Elizabeth Andrewes, BFA, MFA
Alexis Phillips, EFDA
Born and raised in Richmond Hill, Georgia, Alexis joined our Surfside team at the beginning of 2020 working as a Dental Assistant, and holds an EFDA certification from Savannah Technical College. Since she was a child, Alexis has always enjoyed going to the dentist, but it was after getting braces that she decided she wanted to pursue a career in dentistry.
Fun Fact: Alexis is an aunt of five!
Jennifer Herrera, RDH
Born in Beaufort SC, but raised in Georgia, I graduated from Savannah Technical College with an Associate of science degree in Dental Hygiene. I’m bilingual in Spanish and English. I love working with children because they are so full of life. During my free time I like traveling, baking and spending time with my family.
Fun fact: My favorite animal is a Great White Shark, and my dream is to go swimming with one!
Autumn Dang
decided to go into the dental field. Autumn received her Dental Hygiene Associates of Science degree at Savannah Technical College.
Fun Fact: Autumn knows how to ride a small 150cc motorcycle called a Grom, and is currently learning how to ride a 300cc bike called an R3.
Charissa Younce, RDH
Fun Fact: Charissa enjoys crafting, and spending time with her family.
Windy Carroll, RDH
Fun Fact: Windy enjoys traveling all over world and spending time with her children and granddaughters!
Genelle Usher, EFDA
Fun fact: Genelle enjoys baking desserts.
Shalina Martin, EFDA
Fun Fact: Shalina performed backup vocals and tambourine in a classic rock band.
Francene Rowland, EFDA
Fun Fact: Francene has a dog named Rice, a cat named Tama, and a Leopard Gecko named Cheech! One day, she wants to be able to save all animals (except cockroaches and mosquitoes) at her own animal sanctuary. She is terrified of flying cockroaches!
Chrissy Niver
Chrissy was born and raised in Flint, Michigan. She married her high school sweetheart of 17 years, and they have two children. In 2013, after her husband joined the Army, they moved to Germany, and seized the opportunity to travel through Europe. Then, in 2017, Chrissy and her family moved back to America and landed in Georgia. Chrissy began her career in early childhood education, and also volunteered as a coach for youth sports. She loves being around kids because they bring so much light and laughter. In combination with her interest in dentistry, Chrissy attended Savannah Dental Assistant School in Fall 2022. Her externship at Surfside Kids confirmed the direction of her career path. In her spare time, Chrissy likes to travel and make memories with her family.
Fun fact: Chrissy loves to collect crystals. She has a large collection, including gems, from all over the world.
Seth Dever
Originally from Ohio, Seth moved down to Georgia in 2011. Shortly after moving, Seth gained an affinity for orthodontics after he got braces. Seth went on to Georgia Southern to obtain his Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry and graduated in 2022. He was also published in an academic journal for his contribution on research in green chemistry, specifically on substitutes for petroleum-based plastics. Seth heard about Surfside Kids from a friend of his girlfriend and jumped at the opportunity to immerse himself in the field. He is fond of working with children because he has the opportunity to make a visit to the dentist office an enjoyable one.
Fun fact: Seth is an avid fan of golfing.
Lovell Jones
Fun Fact: Lovell wants to come back as a sea turtle in the next life!
Jasmine Barnes
Master Resilience Trainer | Patient Care Coordinator
Born in Raleigh, but raised in Selma, North Carolina, Jasmine completed her associates degree and became a Certified Medical Assistant. She began working as a Patient Care Coordinator at Surfside, and shortly thereafter, gained the new title as Master Resilience Trainer. Jasmine is currently taking a course in Positive Psychology and Resilience. One of her favorite parts about working with kids is hearing their stories, whether it is real or from their imagination. “Kids are a good reminder that it is okay to be goofy, laugh, and have fun!”
Fun fact: Jasmine loves to watch cartoons and is currently binge watching Amphibia on the Disney Channel.
Victoria Levesque
After living in Kentucky for many years (GO CATS!), Victoria is excited to move back to beautiful coastal Georgia. She and her son look forward to exploring the many beaches on our state’s extensive coastline. For the last decade, Victoria has worked in hospital settings in Kentucky and Tennessee. She gravitated toward Surfside due to its family- oriented environment and working with patients on a more personal level. When Victoria was a child, she never looked forward to visiting the dentist, so she hopes to change that for the kiddos here!
Fun Fact: Victoria loves to travel and enjoys the outdoors! However, you can also find her curled up on the couch binge-watching a good Netflix series.
Wendy Stranne
Born and raised in Florida, Wendy LOVES the beach, its’ salty water, and feeling the sand between her toes. While teaching second grade at Dayspring Christian Academy, Wendy met her husband Scott. Shortly thereafter, they moved to Savannah with their cat, Teddy, and dog, Jack. Wendy is currently working on her Medical Billing and Coding Certifications in the pursuit of expanding her career in the medical field, specifically, in administration. If she is not at the beach or Disney World, you can find Wendy and her dog, Jack, going for a walk. Wendy’s favorite things are
Dr. Pepper, the beach, and plants. She is so thankful for the opportunity to work at Surfside with such amazing people, and hopes you love it as much as she does.
Fun fact: Wendy loves video games and even gets paid for playing!
Ashlie Alvey
Born and raised in small town Indiana, Ashlie along with her two children, Lillie and Nijel, decided to trade in cornfields and cold winters for warm sand and sunshine in 2017 and have called Richmond Hill, Georgia home ever since. In her free time Ashlie enjoys creating art, writing poetry, laughing with her children, tending to her houseplants, and singing at the top of her lungs.
Fun fact: Ashlie’s dream is to author and illustrate children’s books.
Sherice Lester
Originally from Rome, Georgia, Sherice currently resides in Brunswick. Throughout Sherice’s world travels, Brunswick remains a second home to her family. Sherice has always had a heart for children and been intrigued by their imagination, which led her to open her own childcare facility in Brunswick. Now, as a patient care coordinator at Surfside, Sherice has experienced the reward of witnessing her once-students who are now in their preteen years.
Fun Fact: In her spare time, Sherice enjoys spending time with her family, and providing catering services to clients throughout Coastal Georgia.
Sue Abbott
Patient Care Coordinator
Born in Cheylan, West Virginia, Sue grew up in a military family, calling several East Coast Navy bases “home” until moving to Brunswick in 1963. She is one of five children, with two sisters and two brothers. She has two sons and six grandsons. No pink for this Nana! For the last decade, Sue has worked as an administrative assistant at the local hospital, and as a receptionist at several local medical offices. Sue loves the outdoors, especially the beach. She and her sisters take an annual trip every summer exploring new beaches. Growing up, Sue always thought she would pursue a career in teaching because of her love for children and innate desire to help people. Instead, she taught Sunday School to 7th and 8th graders for ten years!
Fun Fact: Sue has two cats, Milo and Simba, who bring her lots of joy and laughter!
Valerie Collins, BA, MA
Fun Fact: Valerie is and forever will be a sea lover at heart. Her favorite sports are fishing and crabbing!
Sara Blofsky
Originally from Maryland, Sara moved to Georgia in 2023. She earned her EFDA in Delaware in 2015 and has had a passion for dentistry and healthcare ever since. She went on to earn her Bachelors in Healthcare Administration and an Associates in Business Management. She enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking and anything in the great outdoors with her husband, two children and two dogs.
Fun fact: Sara has quite a few hobbies to include pyrography, leatherwork, and furniture restoration. You can view some of her work on her social media @TheCopperBass
Meg Ryan, EFDA
Arianna Nix, EFDA
Fun fact: I love to cook but them dishes…
Brionna Parrish
Raised in Tucson, AZ, Brionna studied holistic medicine while working for a naturopath, and later graduated summa cum laude from Grand Canyon University with a B.S. degree in addiction counseling. With an active-duty husband, Brionna and her family are hoping to stay at Fort Stewart until her children graduate from high school. In her free time, Brionna enjoys reading, playing video games, and continuing her studies. Brionna’s favorite thing about children is their imagination. “Listening to children talk about their hopes and dreams is the reminder I need that it’s okay to pursue your happiness, and nothing is impossible.”
Fun Fact: Brionna’s favorite hobby is baking and cooking. One day, she is hoping to open a food truck business, and give back to the community!
Office 912-715-SURF (7873)
Fax 912-717-9595
Email info@surfsidekids.com
Patient Hours:
Mon–Fri: 7am–2pm
Office Hours:
Mon-Thur: 8am-5pm
Fri: 8am-3pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Richmond Hill
135 Cedar Street
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
Hinesville
103 East General Stewart Way
Hinesville, GA 31313
Brunswick
4850 Altama Avenue
Brunswick, GA 31520