Practice Manager

Originally from sunny Arizona, Andrea has called southeast Georgia home since 2011. In addition to being a devoted mother to three amazing children, Andrea is dedicated to keeping the day-to-day magic at our Surfside Kids locations organized and running smoothly. When she’s not working hard behind the scenes or studying to earn her MBA, you’ll likely find her curled up with a good book in one hand and a piece of dark chocolate in the other.

Fun Fact: Andrea loves the thrill of riding roller coasters, going bungee jumping, and even took the plunge on a team sky diving trip.

While being stationed with her husband and children in coastal Georgia, Sarah joined Surfside Kids in 2019. Upon her husband’s retirement from the U.S. Army, Sarah and her family relocated to a small farm in rural Pennsylvania where she continues to work remotely as the Patient Care Supervisor. With a degree in Business and Human Resources, Sarah has an innate talent for matching team members to the jobs that best fit their natural gifts and passions. In her freetime, she can often be found hiking or at the baseball field watching her boys play.

Fun Fact: Sarah’s favorite farm animal is her duck named Sparkles, a name she chose because it is impossible to say “Sparkles” without smiling.

Born and raised in small town Indiana, Ashlie along with her two children, Lillie and Nijel, traded in the cold winters and cornfields of the Midwest for the sand, sea, and sunshine of coastal Georgia in 2017. Prior to joining the Surfside Kids team, Ashlie spent over a decade in the children’s entertainment industry where she was blessed to bring joy, laughter, and imagination to her community through her art as a professional face and body painter. In her free-time, Ashlie loves putting together puzzles with her daughter, throwing the football with her son, checking off her bucket list items, and collecting an abundance of hard-to-kill houseplants.

Fun Fact: Ashlie’s dream is to one day author and illustrate children’s books.

Kaleigh was born and raised in Indiana. With a natural born talent for music and dance, she spent much of her time training to turn her passion into a career until an unfortunate ankle injury altered her plans. It was a challenge to find something to replace her love for dance until she met her husband, relocated to Georgia, and they began to grow their family. Now she enjoys weekends at the beach with her children, Elleigh and Thomas, and spending lazy nights at home snuggling on the couch in a big “family cuddle puddle.” In addition to her administrative role at Surfside Kids, Kaleigh is working toward earning her bachelor’s degree in business management and is very excited to see where the future will take her.

Fun Fact: Kaleigh has met John Krasinski (Jim from The Office).

Office Team Coordinator (Richmond Hill)

Chrissy was born and raised in Flint, Michigan. She married her high school sweetheart Ricky in 2011 and together they have two beautiful children, Evan and Emalyn. Chrissy began her career in early childhood education and also volunteers as a coach for youth sports. She loves being around children because they bring about so much light and laughter. Chrissy attended Savannah Dental Assistant School in the fall of 2022 and 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.

Fun Fact: Jen’s favorite sea creature is the Great White Shark, and she hopes to one day swim with one in the ocean!

Fun Fact: Charissa enjoys crafting, and spending time with her family.

Fun Fact: Windy enjoys traveling all over world and spending time with her children and granddaughters!

Fun Fact: Jilliana is a proud reptile enthusiast and currently has two pet snakes, Medusa and Pablo Escaboa—with future plans to expand her scaly family even more!

Fun Fact: Shalina performed backup vocals and tambourine in a classic rock band.

Originally from Ohio, Seth moved down to Georgia in 2011. Shortly after relocating, Seth gained an affinity for orthodontics after he got braces. Seth went on to study at 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. When Seth heard about Surfside Kids he jumped at the chance to immerse himself in the field. Seth is fond of working with children because he has the opportunity to make their visit to the dentist an enjoyable experience.

Fun Fact: Seth is an avid fan of golfing.

Lovell was born and raised in Brunswick Georgia, and graduated from Glynn Academy. Subsequently, she attended college-level classes. Lovell has worked in customer service and management for over fifteen years. By far, her proudest accomplishment is being a mother.

Fun Fact: Lovell wants to come back as a sea turtle in the next life!

Abby grew up in Jesup, Georgia. From a young age, she had a knack for athleticism and excelled in both dance and competitive cheerleading. She graduated from Wayne County High School in 2022 and began her journey in the dental field with Surfside Kids in 2024. Abby loves working in pediatrics because she enjoys helping young children understand the importance of proper oral hygiene. Abby is always ready for her next adventure and likes to spend her free time riding in a side-by-side, camping, and boating with her friends and family on the river.

Fun Fact: Abby is looking forward to becoming the godmother to a precious baby girl named Wrenley.

Fun Fact: Jackie has an impressive mug and cup collection!

Originally from the sunny shores of Tampa, Florida, Meagan made the move to Georgia in 2020. Her journey into dentistry began when one of her best friends (a former Surfside Kids crewmember!) introduced her to the world of tiny teeth and healthy smiles. Starting out as a sterilization technician, she quickly discovered her passion for pediatric dentistry. It wasn’t long before Meagan set her sights on earning her EFDA certification and stepping into the role of Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. Meagan loves working with children and is dedicated to creating cheerful, stress-free dental experiences that leave patients feeling confident, comfortable, and excited to return to the dental chair.

Fun Fact: When she’s not helping little ones keep their teeth shipshape, Meagan enjoys cooking and exploring cuisine from around the world!

A Jesup, GA native, Madelyn has always had a passion for working with children and a strong interest in the dental field. She graduated from Savannah Dental Assistant School in 2025 and joined Surfside Kids during her externship, quickly becoming a valued member of the team. Madelyn loves creating a fun and welcoming experience for every child who visits the office. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her son, Cohen, visiting the beach, relaxing by the river with family, or studying to further her career as a dental hygienist.

Fun Fact: Madelyn loves shopping and has an eye for uncovering hidden gems in local thrift stores.

Alison was raised in Brunswick, Georgia, and graduated from Glynn Academy in 2014. With a background in hospitality, she knows just how important it is for both kids and parents to feel welcome, comfortable, and well cared for from the moment they walk through the door. Alison quickly fell in love with the pediatric dental world after starting her journey with Surfside Kids in 2025. She especially enjoys working with children, where giggles, bright smiles, and big imaginations make every day a little more magical. Alison and her husband, Noah, share their home and hearts with two playful Labrador mixes, Zeus and Layla, who make sure there’s never a lack of laughter.

Fun Fact: When she’s not at the office, Alison loves getting lost in a good book, binge-watching new TV shows, and soaking up the sunshine!

Fun Fact: Valerie is and forever will be a sea lover at heart. Her favorite sports are fishing and crabbing!

Born and raised in Macon, Georgia, J’Mecia made the move to Savannah in 2021 with her husband and daughter, in search of a fresh change of scenery and a bit of salty sea air. Since settling in, J’Mecia and her family have been exploring everything the area has to offer—especially the delicious cuisine! Whether she is trying out new restaurants, planning her next travel adventure, casting a fishing line, or simply hanging out with family and friends, she’s all about making memories and enjoying the little things. J’Mecia is excited to greet all of our Surfside Kids patients with a warm and welcoming smile.

Fun Fact: In J’Mecia’s free time, she enjoys creating her own hair and skincare products.

Lisa was born in Savannah, Georgia, and is a proud lifelong resident of Liberty County. With many years of experience in both sales and the legal field, she brings a strong background in customer service and administration to our team of friendly Patient Care Coordinators. Lisa loves being part of the Surfside Kids family and enjoys helping create a cheerful, welcoming experience that makes our patients (and their grown-ups) feel right at home.

Fun Fact: When she’s not at the office, Lisa and her husband love heading out on camping adventures and taking road trips in their Volkswagens!