Dental Support Team
Michelle Burklow—Dental Assistant
Michelle became a Certified Dental Assistant in 1993. She “truly loves her career and seeing the difference dentistry makes in
the lives of dental patients.” Michelle wished to extend her duties as an assistant so she went through the training to become an
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. This has allowed her more hands on interaction with the patients, which she enjoys. Michelle
may be the one who places your filling! Michelle is married with two daughters and two stepsons and loves to spend time with her
family and friends.
Tana Henon Drake—Dental Assistant
Tana has been a Certified Dental Assistant since 1987 and has worked with Dr. William Funk for 24 years. Together they practice general dentistry with an emphasis
on cosmetics, full mouth reconstruction, and the treatment of TMJ disorders. Tana's passion is cosmetic dentistry and making her patients' smiles perfect. She and Dr.
Funk joined BGOHC in May 2009. Tana is married and has two handsome boys. In her spare time she enjoys family, bike riding, and exercising.
Debbie Gooch—Dental Assistant
Debbie has been in the field of dentistry since 1985 but joined Bluegrass Oral Health Center in June 2007. As an
expanded duties assistant, she has a strong background in orthodontics, but enjoys working within general dentistry. Seeing
peoples smiles change and happy with their dental work is what Debbie enjoys most about her job. “Sometimes dental work
can really impact a person’s outlook!” She is married with one son and her latest interest is jewelry making.
Melinda Porter—Dental Assistant
Melinda joined our team in April 2008. Compassionate and gentle, Melinda will make your dental visit a wonderful experience. Melinda attended WKU and majored
in Sociology. She developed customer care expertise managing a Sonic restaurant for many years, and her past experience in an orthodontic office makes her a valuable addition
to our team. Melinda completed the EDDA course in 2009, which gives her the opportunity to more directly with patients. When Melinda is not at the office, she loves
spending time with her husband and son, attending concerts, and going to Predators Hockey games.
Kelley Price—Dental Assistant
Kelley became a Certified Dental Assistant in 1993. She started her career in pediatric dentistry
with the late Dr. John Smith, where she worked for a total of eight years. She joined Dr. Funk's office in April 2004 and along with Dr. Funk
and other staff members joined BGOHC in May 2009. Kelley is part of our traveling staff to our Morgantown office to which she travels twice a
week. She is married with two children (a son and daughter). In Kelley's spare time, she enjoys to travel and spend time with her family
and friends.
Holly Reaume—Dental Assistant
Holly joined BGOHC in 2004. She attended Western Kentucky University, graduating in 2009 with a Bachelor
of Science degree and is currently preparing to attend a University of Dentistry in the state of Kentucky. Holly makes it her goal to ensure every
patients experience in the office is relaxing and enjoyable. When she is not taking care of patients, she enjoys traveling, attending concerts, movies,
and reading. She is enjoying this chapter of her life, but looks forward to what is to come.
Katrinka Bewley—Treatment Coordinator
Katrinka, known as “Kat” to her friends and family, joined the office in January 2007. A
graduate of Bowling Green Vocational School in 1994 as a Certified Dental Assistant, she worked as an assistant for
twelve years in Scottsville, KY. Kat is our treatment coordinator and enjoys the opportunity to meet everyone
who visits the office. When she is not making friends behind the desk, Kat enjoys spending time with her husband,
whom she's been married to since 1984. They reside in Scottsville. Kat is proud of her two children and three
grandchildren. She cites the most life changing moment of her life was when two of her grandchildren were born one hour and twenty minutes apart, despite being due one month apart. Life does come at you fast!
Veronica Railey—Office Receptionist
Veronica joined the staff in January 2010. She graduated from Bowling Green Vocational school in 1993 as a Certified Dental Assistant and worked at
a dental office that specialized in oral surgery. Veronica is married with two children; a daughter who is a nursing student at WKU, and a son who is
in the 8th grade at JEBMS in Scottsville. Her favorite past-time hobby is playing with her Shih-tzu, Zoey and her Yorkie, Zack, and spending time with
her family.
Martha Smith—Practice Administrator
Martha has worked within the field of dentistry since 1980. Her experience in just about every position within a dental office from expanded
duties assistant to receptionist has made her more than qualified as our practice administrator. At Bluegrass Oral Health Center, Martha will answer
all your insurance and financial questions. She will work with you to find the best solution to any concern you may have. In her spare time,
Martha enjoys watching her daughter play softball for Georgetown College and being with her family.
Sherry Hall—Office Manager
Sherry has worked within the field of dentistry since 1975 in the same office and has felt privileged to work with several different
dentist throughout the years. Sherry started out as a Dental Assistant and over time became the Office Manager of BGOHC in Morgantown.
Sherry can answer all of your insurance questions, schedule appointments, and explain financial options. She loves to talk to people one on
one about their dental needs. She resides in Morgantown on a cattle farm with her husband and son. Sherry enjoys walking, playing golf, going
to football games, and spending time with family.
Deborah Alexander—Dental Hygienist
Deb came to BGOHC in January 2009 with over 15 years of dental hygiene experience. As a graduate of WKU's dental hygiene program, Deb's focus is
treating her patients like family--getting to know their preferences, likes and dislikes, and working with them to achieve optimal oral health. Deb is married
and lives in Glasgow. She and her husband raised two great kids and enjoy spending time with their grandson, Weston. When not helping patients, Deb enjoys her
family, college basketball, reading, and time at the beach.
June Brown—Dental Hygienist
June joined BGOHC in July 2009. She graduated from WKU and has over 20 years of experience as a Dental Hygienist.
June's focus is educating her patients about the importance of good oral care in relation to their overall well being. Everyone knows that good oral hygiene
contributes to keeping your teeth longer however, there are systemic benefits as well! It is important to her to educate patients on current health issues.
June and her husband live in Franklin and have two grown children who are also graduates of WKU. When June in not treating patients she enjoys family, bike
riding, quilting, and gardening.
Suzanne Lehring—Dental Hygienist
Suzanne has been a Dental Hygienist since 1984. She received her bachelors degree from the University of Louisville and has been
practicing in Bowling Green and Morgantown since 1986. In 2008 she was incorporated into the BGOHC family along with others at the
Morgantown office and enjoys being a part of their team. Suzanne and her husband, Doug, have two children, a son Kent and daughter
Micah. She enjoys spending time with her family and relaxing at her family's farm.
Kasey Mizell—Dental Hygienist
Kasey is a graduate of Western Kentucky University and joined our team in July of 2009. She has a passion for dental hygiene and
strives to create a positive and relaxing experience while you're in her dental chair. Her goal is to educate and provide information
so you can improve your oral health. She looks forward to working with you to achieve the healthy smile you have always wanted.
Kasey married her husband, Lance, in June of 2009 and resides in Glasgow along with their three year-old Yorkinese, Serena. When not
practicing hygiene, she enjoys spending time with Lance, playing with Serena, and keeping her niece and nephew, Paisley and Zac. Her
interests include attending movies and concerts, UK basketball, shopping, exercising, and traveling.