Meet Our Staff

Front Desk Associate

Brittany moved from Florida in 2021 with her husband and their German Shepard, Gunner. She really enjoys working with people and getting to know them more. You will find her up at the front desk greeting our patients. She has loved seeing the WI seasons change but her favorite season in one that doesn’t include snow! She is loving the Madison area while exploring new places to eat and visit.

Front Desk Associate

Debbie Joined the team of Columbus Family Dental in 2024, but has been in the medical field for 27 years. She has a husband of 28 yrs and 2 grown children. Outside the office she loves to spend time with family and friends and cheering on the Badgers and Packers.

Front Desk Associate

Pa joined Prairie Lakes Dental in 2021. After living in Alaska for a few years, she recently moved back to Wisconsin. She has been in the dental field since 2014 as a Receptionist. Outside of the office Pa enjoys cooking Asian food and spending time with her friends and family.

Dental Hygienist

Becky has been a dental hygienist since 2001. She enjoys the relationships she makes with her patients. In her spare time, she enjoys exercising and watching sports.

Dental Hygienist

McKenna has been with Prairie Lakes Dental since 2019. She is currently on the wait list to further her dental career as a Dental Hygienist. Until that time comes for her to go hygiene school you will find her helping out as a hygiene assistant and much, much more throughout the office. She enjoys meeting new patients and making them feel comfortable. McKenna also enjoys boating, hiking and hanging out with her family and friends.

Dental Assistant

Amber graduated from Madison College’s Dental Assistant program in 2015, and joined Columbus Family Dental/ Prairie Lakes Dental in 2020. She loves helping people become happy with their smiles and making them comfortable with being at the dentist. In her free time, she loves spending time with family and friends, watching movies, baking and doing crafts.

Dental Assistant

Claire is currently on the wait list to further her dental career as a Dental Hygienist. For now, she is working with us as a Dental Assistant until the time comes for her to go to school. Outside of the office she loves traveling, shopping, doing anything outdoors. She also likes spending time with her boyfriend, family, friends and her dog.

Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

Emily has been working as a dental assistant with Columbus Family Dental/Prairie Lakes Dental since 2010. Emily looks forward to the variety that each day brings, and she can’t wait to help you find the smile that you’ve been waiting for. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter and 2 dogs.

Dental Assistant

Gracie grew up in Madison and attended Madison East High School. She completed the Dental Assistant Program at Madison Area Technical College in 2015. Her favorite parts about her job are building relationships with patients and learning something new every day. When she is not working, she enjoys hanging out with friends and spending time with her dog, Keva.

Dental Assistant

Jessica joined Columbus Family Dental in 2012. She worked at the Rio location before the merge with Columbus Family Dental. Jessica is very devoted and family oriented.

Dental Assistant

Kayli joined the team of Columbus Family Dental/ Prairie Lakes Dental in 2020. She has been in the dental field for a number of years. She enjoys helping patients understand their treatment needs and helping them achieve their perfect smile. In her spare time, she stays active with her son, Liam, and spending time with her family and friends.

Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

McKenzye graduated from Columbus High School and is applying to schools for dental hygiene. Until she gets into school she is getting experience in the dental field as a Dental Assistant. When she is not working she enjoys playing volleyball, hiking and playing with her animals.

Dental Assistant

I always knew I wanted a career in the dental field. It’s always something different every day. When I’m not at work, I enjoy traveling and spending time outdoors in the summer.

Dental Assistant

Shelby grew up in Monona. She joined our team in 2023. Shelby is passionate about helping others and looks forward to assisting you in perfecting your smile. Outside of the office she enjoys spending time outside, bowling, and being with friends and family.