Meet Our Staff
Donna - Financial Coordinator
Donna started her career working for Dr. Eric’s father – Dr. Gene Dellinger. After taking time off to earn her Nursing Degree she returned to our office in 2003. She has had many job duties over the years, but she is now our Office Manager and Treatment Coordinator. There are many things that Donna loves about ELD, but her favorites are the patients and their parents. While not in the office, Donna loves to travel and read a good book. Maine is her destination of choice, but anywhere warm comes in a close second. Along with her husband Michael, she is a mother to 2 adult daughters and grandmother to 5 grandchildren. Her growing family keeps her very busy.
Melinda - Sterilization Technician
Melinda joined our team in 2012 as our Angola Office Sterilization Technician. She plays a very important part in our daily operations. Melinda is responsible for the daily operations of our sterilization. She makes sure that our instruments are properly sterilized and safe for all our patients. Melinda can also be found helping our clinical staff clean up after appointments so they can quickly move on to the next patient. This helps our busy office to run on time. Along with her husband Ryan, Melinda is mom to 3 boys, a dog, cat and iguana. She is a big fan of anything Jack Skellington and loves to spend time with her family.
Mike – Practice Manager/ Chief Financial Officer
After earning an Associate's Degree in both Physical Therapy and Business, Mike joined our office in 2012. He plays a vital role in the day-to-day operations of our office. He is the behind-the-scenes team member who wears many hats. From the ordering of needed supplies to office maintenance, he is always busy. While not at the office, Mike enjoys spending time with his wife, Lindsay, and their four children. He also likes to spend time outdoors hunting, fishing, and playing sports.
Dorothy - Clinic Technician
It brings me joy to see the smiles that have been created over the 20 years that I have been in the orthodontic field. In my spare time I like to travel with my husband, go hiking, and find new places to eat. I also have three handsome sons, a spoiled fur baby Duke, and a grandson that I adore.
Kelsey - Clinic Technician
My name is Kelsey, I am an Angola local, have 2 kiddos, 2 dogs and way too many cats. On my off time, I enjoy doing nails and ballroom dancing. I have been working at ELD since 2022 and have enjoyed watching every transformation I have been privileged to work on. Debands are my favorite appointment because I get to see the look on the patient’s face when they get to see their new smile for the first time. Can't wait to help you next!!
Natalie - Clinic Technician
Natalie came here from Ionia MI. She attended Grand Rapids Community College, where she obtained her Associate's Degree in Dental Assisting and became a board-certified Registered Dental Assistant. She loves being outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and traveling.
Shawna - Front Desk
I've worked for ELD since 2018 at the Front Desk. I enjoy working with Dr. Eric and the staff and seeing our patients every day. I am happily married with 2 daughters. We enjoy being outside as much as possible and traveling whenever we can.
Bryn - Lab Tech