Meet Our Team
Leah
Registered Dental Hygienist
Meet Leah! A Sauk Rapids/Rice resident for most of her life, Leah has been in the dental field since 2001. Starting as a dental assistant, she pursued her passion for dental hygiene and graduated from the St. Cloud Technical College in 2006 with her AAS in Dental Hygiene, and later earned her bachelor of Dental Hygiene from Minnesota State University in Mankato in 2011. Leah truly enjoys building trusting relationships with her patients at River City Dental. Outside of work, Leah is a dedicated mom to her two active children. You can often find her cheering on her kids at sporting events, camping, crafting, and enjoying the outdoors with her husband, family, and friends.
Michelle
Registered Dental Hygienist
Hailing from Plymouth MN, Michelle has been in the dental field for 14 years. She was a dental assistant for 7 years before following her passion for dental hygiene, graduating from Herzing College with honors in 2006. But her thirst for knowledge didn’t end there! In 2011, Michelle earned her Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management with a focus on Dental Hygiene. Patients love her welcoming and personable demeanor, and she’s an active member of the Heartland Hygiene Study Club. When not helping patients achieve their best smile, Michelle can be found cheering on her three active children at their sporting events or curled up with a good book.
Kristine
Registered Dental Hygienist
Kristine is an accomplished Dental Hygienist with a heart for patient education. She graduated from St. Cloud Technical & Community College in 2012 and has since taken leadership roles in the Minnesota Dental Hygienists’ Association and volunteered her time to help those without access to dental care. Kristine loves to learn and frequently takes continuing education courses to stay on top of the latest dental advancements and preventative strategies. She believes in forming partnerships with her patients and empowering them to take control of their oral health goals. Kristine loves to keep herself busy even outside of work. Her hobbies include reading a good novel, getting creative with crafts and spending quality time with her husband doing outdoor activities. Kristine cherishes her role as a mother to her two energetic boys and finds great joy in watching them grow and learn.
Brianna
Licensed Dental Assistant
Meet Brianna! Originally from Cold Spring, MN, Brianna is a graduate of the Dental Assisting program at St. Cloud Technical and Community College. She’s a fun-loving, upbeat person who enjoys bringing a light-hearted atmosphere to the office. Brianna finds great satisfaction in learning new techniques and technologies in dentistry to provide the best possible care for her patients. When she’s not working, she loves spending time with her friends and family in Sauk Centre, MN, and taking care of her adorable ducks. Don’t be surprised if you hear her talking about them – she loves them like family!
Monica
Licensed Dental Assistant
Get ready to meet Monica, our amazing dental assistant from Cyrus, MN! She graduated with her Dental Assisting degree from St. Cloud Technical College in May 2017. Monica’s passion lies in providing direct patient care and creating positive and empowering experiences for her patients. When she’s not at work, Monica loves to volunteer for dental events like Give Kids a Smile (GKAS) and Minnesota Mission of Mercy (MOM). She’s also an active member of her church and runs a women’s group. Monica enjoys tackling house projects with her husband and raising their three lovely daughters. In her free time, Monica loves listening to audiobooks, playing the cello, creating resin art projects, and indulging her inner history buff – especially about WWII. We’re thrilled to have Monica as part of our team at River City Dental!
Amy
Licensed Dental Assistant
Meet Amy, our cheerful dental assistant who was born and raised in Brainerd, MN. She attended Central Lakes College and received her dental assisting license, which has led her to enjoy 24 years in the field. Amy loves being part of River City Dental because of the opportunities to grow and learn with her team. In addition to her dental assisting duties, Amy is in charge of ordering, tracking repairs, and serving as our OSHA officer. When Amy isn’t busy with the dental family, she enjoys spending time with her husband Chris and their family of five kids, two grandchildren. They love engaging in all kinds of activities together such as hockey, family vacations, traveling, and outdoor fun. We’re grateful to have Amy on our team!
Jen
Licensed Dental Assistant
Say hello to Jen, our talented dental assistant who graduated from St. Cloud Technical College with a degree in Dental Assisting. She works alongside Dr. Imdieke and is an expert in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Jen is known for her quick and efficient work and always goes the extra mile to ensure that our patients are comfortable and at ease during their visits. With 20 years of experience under her belt, she keeps our team on their toes with her high energy and contagious laughter. When she’s not at work, Jen enjoys snowmobiling, spending quality time with her loved ones at the lake, or simply relaxing at home. We’re lucky to have her on our team!
Lisa
Receptionist
Meet Lisa, one of our friendly team members who grew up in Sauk Rapids, MN. After earning her Dental Assisting degree from Lakeland Academy in Minneapolis, she fell in love with the dental field and went back to school at SCSU to finish her prerequisites for Dental Hygiene. With over 28 years of experience, Lisa has done it all but now enjoys being up front and helping out with anything that needs to be done. She feels incredibly lucky to be part of our wonderful team and loves meeting all of our patients. Outside of work, Lisa is a proud mother of three grown children and four grandchildren who keep her on her toes. She also enjoys spending time with her mother, her cat Quezo, and indulging in a variety of outdoor activities like volleyball, tennis, golf, swimming, camping, snowmobiling, and even the occasional motorcycle ride. Lisa is always up for a good musical or theater performance too!
Angie
Receptionist
Let’s introduce you to Angie, our fabulous front desk staff member who graduated with a degree in Dental Assisting from Central Lakes College in 2010. With 11 years of experience in the dental field, she’s found her calling at the front desk where she thrives in the administrative area. Angie is incredibly approachable and always ready to lend a helping hand whenever needed, and her friendly demeanor makes her a favorite among our patients. When she’s not working, Angie loves spending quality time with her husband and watching their beautiful daughter grow up. We’re lucky to have her on our team!
Sarah
Office Manager
Meet Sarah, our amazing office manager who exudes warmth and friendliness that makes everyone feel at home. She’s an integral part of our team and we’re grateful to have her. Sarah grew up in Little Falls, graduating from the local high school before pursuing her passion for dentistry at St. Cloud Technical College. With 25 years of experience as a chairside assistant and front desk staff, Sarah brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. When she’s not working, Sarah enjoys spending time with her loved ones, including her husband and two children, and indulging in fun activities such as snowmobiling, boating, and camping.