Administrative Team

Jennifer – Practice Manager

Jennifer has been with the practice since 2007.  She began her oral surgery career as the practice relations coordinator, learning many aspects of the practice.  Jennifer moved into the very important role of practice manager.  She oversees all the business operations, employee relations and communications on a day-to-day basis.  Jennifer ensures all 3 offices are running smoothly.  She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business with a concentration in Marketing, from Columbia College in Chicago.  She is certified in CPR through the American Heart Association.  In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family.

Cara – Implant Treatment Coordinator

Cara began her oral surgery career with our practice in 1996 as a surgical assistant.  Her knowledge of oral surgery procedures and dedication moved her into the important role as Implant Treatment Coordinator.  She handles the communication of treatment planning and scheduling for our implant cases and beyond.  She received her Anesthesia Assistants Certification through AAOMS, is CPR certified through the American Heart Association, and completed course training through AAOMS for CDT, CPT and ICD-10CM medical/dental billing procedures.  In her free time, Cara enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her family and friends.

Jill – Scheduling Coordinator

Jill has been with our practice since 2002.  She coordinates the schedule for all 3 of our offices.  She does a wonderful job greeting patients in person and on the phone while keeping our front end running smoothly.  Jill is CPR certified through the American Heart Association.  In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and fur babies.

Diane – Scheduling/Treatment Plan Coordinator

Diane has been with our office since 2011.  Diane came to us with 22 years of oral surgery treatment planning and scheduling experience.  Dr. Kalant purchased Dr. Edmiston’s Oral Surgery practice in Joliet in 2011, where Diane worked for 22 years.  We are happy she stayed on to become a member of our team.    Diane has extensive knowledge in ICD-10 coding for Oral & Maxillofacial surgery and is CPR certified through the American Heart Association.  When Diane isn’t helping patients, she enjoys spending time with her family.

Megan – Billing Specialist        

Megan joined our team in 2012.  She brings with her previous medical billing experience within a medical specialty (OB-GYN).  Megan holds an Associate Degree in Business Administration from Lewis University, Medical Billing Certification from the American Academy of Professional Coders.  She is certified in CPR through the American Heart Association.  Megan volunteers by serving as a board member on her Homeowner’s Association.  Megan enjoys reading, watching the Cubs, cooking and spending quality time with her family and friends.