Cornerstone Family Dentistry team in Morrison, Davenport, and Camanche providing comprehensive dental care, ensuring patients receive top-notch treatment and achieve optimal oral health.
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Meet Our Erie Staff

Tara R.
Business Assistant,
DA
Cornerstone Family Dentistry team in Morrison, Davenport, and Camanche providing comprehensive dental care, ensuring patients receive top-notch treatment and achieve optimal oral health.
Allison K
Business Assistant and Office Operations Coordinator
Donna S
Assistant,
RDA
Cornerstone Family Dentistry team in Morrison, Davenport, and Camanche providing comprehensive dental care, ensuring patients receive top-notch treatment and achieve optimal oral health.
Jenny P
Assistant,
RDA, Expanded Functions Level I
Cornerstone Family Dentistry team in Morrison, Davenport, and Camanche providing comprehensive dental care, ensuring patients receive top-notch treatment and achieve optimal oral health.
Tatum W
Hygienist,
RDH
Megan D
Hygienist,
RDH
Ethan R
Hygienist,
RDH
Michelle R
Business Assistant Float
Leea T
Treatment Coordinator
Cornerstone Family Dentistry team in Morrison, Davenport, and Camanche providing comprehensive dental care, ensuring patients receive top-notch treatment and achieve optimal oral health.
Alina L
Title
Heather J
Area Director
Cornerstone Family Dentistry team in Morrison, Davenport, and Camanche providing comprehensive dental care, ensuring patients receive top-notch treatment and achieve optimal oral health.
Skye H
Chief Accounts Manager,
RDA
Alyssa J
Marketing
Cornerstone Family Dentistry team in Morrison, Davenport, and Camanche providing comprehensive dental care, ensuring patients receive top-notch treatment and achieve optimal oral health.
Yogi
Our Office
Dog

Tara R.

Business Assistant

I grew up in East Moline, IL and attended United Township High School and graduated in 2001. 

I had a job opportunity as a dental assistant and wanted to give it a try. After working 10 years as an assistant, I moved up to the front office. In December 2024 Cornerstone bought the office I was currently working for. 

My husband and I were married in 2008. We have a daughter (2003) and son (2011). Our daughter got married fall of 2024. We have a pit bull, Wrigley, that is a big part of our family (since 2018). We enjoy hiking, going on family vacations, and love watching the Chicago Bears play!

Family first is my favorite Cornerstone core value. I feel like it allows me to come to work and perform at my best.

Allison K.

Business Assistant, Morrison

I have spent two years in the field of dentistry and the last several months at Cornerstone after moving to the local area. You will see me in our Morrison office working with insurance, patient accounts, and helping with various business needs.

The core value here at Cornerstone that means the most to me is Family First. A team that values my family’s well-being as much as I do makes it so much more rewarding to work for them. This team is a family in itself and we treat our patients like family too!

I was born and raised in DeKalb, IL and recently moved to the Dixon area with my boyfriend of 7 years. We rescued a 3 year old Pitbull mix, named Harold. He sure keeps us on our toes and makes life interesting! I enjoy spending my free time outdoors!

My biggest hope for our patients is that we exceed their expectations and they are excited to return for their next visit.

Jenny P.

Registered Dental Assistant, Expanded Functions Level I

I have worked in the dental field for a total of 6 years with my last two at Cornerstone. I have a wide range of experience working with dental implants and general dentistry and just love to keep busy! My favorite part of the job is making a personal connection with our patients. I know they come to our office with different fears or needs and I enjoy comforting them and knowing that they leave feeling better than they came in.

We talk about our core values at Cornerstone all the time. My favorite is The Golden Rule, to “Treat others the way you want to be treated”. I believe this is a life-changing approach that gives you the chance to seek the good while spreading positivity all around.

I’m a busy mom of three kids, married 15 years but we’ve been together for 23! We enjoy spending time together as a family with our three dogs, Zeke, Penny, and Nalah.

My hope for our patients is that they leave our office with happy, healthy smiles!

Tatum W.

Registered Dental Hygienist, AAS

I have 13 years of experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist. The last year of that has been with Cornerstone, where I plan to retire! As a care provider, the connection I make with my patients is something I love about my job! I enjoy learning about the lives and backgrounds of the people I come in contact with every day!

Our core value that means the most to me is Family First because it creates an overall better work atmosphere. Being able to put my family first with the unwavering support of my work family makes each and every day a positive experience!

I’ve been married to my husband, Joe, for ten years. We have two kiddos! Rhett is eight and Mallori, six. I was born and raised with horses, we have three! We also have two goats and a miniature schnauzer. I love camping, any outdoor activities and most sports!

I hope that all of our patients leave every visit feeling valued, heard and comfortable! I hope that the trust that I have in our doctors and staff is portrayed to our patients!

Megan D.

Hygientist, RDH

I grew up on Fenton, IL  and graduated from Erie High School in 2004.  While in high school I was a cheerleader all four years for football and basketball and was part of the competition cheer squad. I also enjoyed being in choir all four years. 

After high school I attended Carl Sandburg College in Galesburg IL and graduated in 2006. I knew as a little girl that I wanted to work in a dentist office. I enjoyed going to the dentist and was drawn to a person’s smile.  

I was fortunate to join the Cornerstone team when they bought the Erie office. 

I married my best friend and high school sweetheart in 2007. We have four children, Sydney born in 2010, Derek 2012, Josh 2013 and Lyla 2015. 

The Golden Rule is my favorite Cornerstone core value because it is what Jesus instructed in Matthew 7:12 “So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you…”



Ethan R.

Hygientist, RDH

I grew up in Fulton, IL and graduated from Fulton High School in 2021. While in high school I participated in football, wrestling, and track. After graduation I attended Carl Sandburg college and graduated as a Registered Dental Hygienist in 2025. 

I got interested in dentistry because I had a great dentist growing up who was also my neighbor. 
 
I found out about Cornerstone through a coworker. I reached out and got called in for an interview. I really enjoyed meeting everyone and am grateful to have the opportunity to be on the team.  

My dad is a retired electrician, my mom is a nurse, and my brother is pursuing a career is Cyber Security. We love to do everything together, whether that be watching football, going on jeep rides, or visiting places. 

Family first has to be my favorite Cornerstone core value because in my opinion nothing is more important than family.

Leea T.

Treatment Coordinator

I grew up in the Davenport/Bettendorf area. I’ve always loved the sense of community here. It’s been so nice to come full circle and be back in the place that feels most like home.

I graduated from Pleasant Valley High School in 2020. I’m a Covid senior! I definitely learned how to roll with the punches during such a unique senior year experience.
After graduation, I went to Scott Community College with the intention of becoming an English professor. Writing has been a consistent passion of mine! But after a few semesters, I felt the urge for adventure and decided to move to Austin, Texas on a whim! It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. 
 
While in Austin, I started working in Oral Surgery. Over time, I realized I wanted a better work/life balance while still being in a profession that helps people feel confident and cared for. When I moved back to the Quad Cities, I was lucky enough to find Cornerstone, where work/life balance is truly valued!
 
When I returned to Iowa, I quickly discovered how tough the job market could be! I spent plenty of time scrolling Indeed, hoping to find something that felt like “the one.” Once I met our office manager, Alina, I knew Cornerstone could be that perfect fit. Since joining the team February 2025, I’ve been given the freedom to use my creativity and grow within my role. I love that this position continues to evolve as I do!
 
My husband and I are coming up on two years of marriage, but we just had our official wedding celebration in September of 2025! We had the best time celebrating with our families. We don’t have pets or kids yet, but we both hope for a big family someday. I get to visit my parents often, and my little sister whenever she comes home from college. Family is such a huge part of my life, and being close to them again means so much to me!
 
It’s hard to choose a favorite Cornerstone core value, because each one spoke to me from the start. If I had to pick, I’d say The Golden Rule resonates most. No matter our differences, the Cornerstone team shows up every day with compassion and understanding. It’s comforting to know I’m surrounded by people who treat both their teammates and patients with genuine kindness and respect.

Alina L.

Chief Operating Officer, MA-PSY

I have 7 years in the dental field (all at Cornerstone) with a previous history in healthcare administration. In a nutshell, I oversee the operations for all of our practices from patient satisfaction, to human resources, to project management. Most dental offices have traditional office managers but with the demands of organizing the operations of 3 offices, we operate differently. We have incredible Business Assistants and teams at each location to serve our unique communities. My role is to help build the best teams and processes in our offices and partner with our owners to provide the best and most sustainable care we can for our patients!

My life has been completely changed by working in an environment where The Golden Rule is at the heart of what we do. I try to consider how my attitude and decisions impact those around me. I’ve found that when the focus of life can be treating others with kindness, respect, and even (a lot) of grace and humor, the rest just falls into place. I get to show up every day as the truest version of myself, surrounded by a group of genuinely amazing people!

I was born out of state but moved to IL, where I currently live with my husband of many years and my two boys. Some people have hobbies they enjoy – I enjoy just about anything – as long as I’m with my family! I love making my house a home, by the way it feels when you walk in, to the food I make for loved ones. I live my life with faith at the center and I strive to walk that faith out in my personal life and my time at the office.

I love to brighten someone’s day! Oftentimes I do this with humor (I am silly by nature). This includes our patients at times, but it ultimately starts with our team members. I truly believe that in order for our patients to have a positive experience, our team members must first feel genuinely positive about what they are doing. All of us at some time or another have background noise in our lives – it might be grief, finances, relational stress, the list goes on. As a leader in the practice, my top priority is to relate well to the team and our patients with the hope that their lives may somehow be improved by our interactions!

Skye H.

Chief Accounts Manager, Registered Dental Assistant

It’s hard to believe I have worked in dentistry for 15 years! I’ve worked in the dental field since June 2009 and joined Cornerstone in 2015. I’ve worn many hats, gaining experience as a Dental Assistant and a Business Assistant but I’m currently the Chief Accounts Manager. In my position I handle the technicalities of patient billing, and the deeper insurance claim responsibilities that must be facilitated day-to-day in order to have a successful dental practice. I oversee all accounts receivable for the offices and our Business Assistants send any tricky patient accounts or requests my way!

We have 3 values at Cornerstone: The Golden Rule, Family First, and Willing to Wash the Dishes. Without a doubt, The Golden Rule means the most to me because if you follow the Golden Rule in all areas of your life, family can be put first when needed and the willingness to wash dishes comes naturally. Nothing but good comes from the golden rule!

I’m from a smaller town in Southeast Iowa originally but I moved to Davenport with my family in 2009. I have been with my Husband, James, since 2003 and we have 2 amazing children together. My husband and I love to take short day trips together to try new food and enjoy new destinations. I always look for scenery that reminds me of something that Bob Ross would paint!!! I’m a Dachshund enthusiast but our whole family shares a general love for animals. We have just enough fur babies at home to make our hearts happy!

My hope for our patients is that we make coming to the dentist easy and we earn their trust while building long-standing relationships. I love watching our patient families grow up and knowing that we’ve positively impacted their lives.

Yogi

My name is Yogi. I was born in 2022 and adopted by my wonderful family, the Hochgesangs. My mom saw my potential at a young age and immediately enrolled me in the prestigious training program from Speak Dog where I earned a canine good citizen certificate. I applied for a job in the family business and was hired following graduation as the Director of Patient Services-animal.

When I’m not working with my mom I enjoy long walks, running, and anything that smells questionable. Through the years I have been a support to patients and co-workers with my sweet and calming demeanor. I love to rest my head in the laps of nervous patients and comfort anyone having a hard day. I also love when children (and other animal lovers) just want to say hello! The only real challenge I have on the job is the UPS guy, but I’m working with my supervisor to improve my communication in that area so I can be the best version of myself for you!

At Cornerstone we are focused on Core Values. My favorite is, ” Willing to Wash the Dishes”. I have a solid track record of doing everything I possibly can to clean up dishes left unattended- whether they are where I’m supposed to be or not!

If you love dogs as much as I love humans, request to see me in any of our three office locations! I would love to meet you!

Morrison Office

Davenport Office

Camanche Office

Morrison Office

Davenport Office

Camanche Office

Donna S.

Assistant, RDA

I grew up