Customer service is our main goal. Dr. Mike and Dr. Sarah are very proud of their staff and are confident that you will be pleased with the degree of professionalism and helpfulness delivered to you in a kind and friendly manner. We want you to feel comfortable during your visit with us.
The staff attends a number of seminars throughout the year to improve communications and learn of dental advancements.
Please feel free to contact us (info@doctorgallagher.com) if you have any questions or suggestions.
Cher Doty
Business Manager
My first professional dental experience was as a dental assistant many years ago. In addition to raising my three children, I continued my education and then progressed through tax preparation and administration of CPA offices. The combination of dental, tax and business made for a nice transition into Dental Management in 1997. I have been with Drs. Mike and Sarah since 1999.
Working with many wonderful patients and seeing the positive influence we have in their lives is the best part of my job. We are fortunate to have so many good referrals.
Outside of the office, my passions include traveling, turkey hunting, gardening, nutrition and fitness. “Live like there is no tomorrow; Love like you have never been hurt; Dance like no one is watching!”
Jodie Puncochar
Assistant
My dental career started in 1987 after graduating from the Mpls. Institute of Medical and Dental Careers as a Dental Assistant. I have been with Gallagher Dentistry since 2004. In this field I like being able to help people and make them smile. I have been fortunate to meet a lot of nice people and hear about their lives as well as their families.
My favorite past time is spending time with my husband, Rob; our two girls, Cassie and Tina; and our son-in-law, Joe. We enjoy going up north to our place to visit with friends and fish. We also like to spend time with our families and friends around home. I enjoy walks, reading, traveling, interior decorating, and watching movies.
Rocio Pearson
Receptionist
I have worked in customer service positions since 1994. My dental career began in 2003, as a dental assistant in Austin, TX. I moved to Minnesota in March 2008 with my husband, Dustin and our two dogs, Scruffy and Maximus. I grew up an Army Brat, so I am used to moving and enjoy meeting new people.
Outside of work, Dustin and I play golf, bicycle and take Scruffy and Max for walks on the trails. I also enjoy movies, baking, puzzle games and will jump at the chance to visit my family.
Carrie Owens
Hygienist
Since 1989, I have been working in the Dental field, both as a Dental Assitant and a Dental Hygienist. I completed all my education and training in Ontario, Canada prior to moving to Minnesota in 2005. I live here with my husband, Collin, and am now happy to call Minnesota my ‘home’.
I have been fortunate to work at Gallagher Cosmetic and Family Dentistry with Dr. Mike and Dr. Sarah since 2005. They have a great professional staff and wonderful patients, which make it an enjoyable office to work in and be a part of.
My interests include going up north to our cabin, golfing, fishing, cooking and going to baseball games…sorry I am not a hockey fan, eh!
It is my pleasure to offer my experience in the Hygiene field to our patients, and look forward to many more years as part of the Gallagher Dentistry Team.
Brandi Kennedy
Hygienist
I started in the dental field in 1998, as a dental assistant, graduating from Minnesota School of Business and working at Gallagher Cosmetic and Family Dentistry. I enjoyed this so much I returned to school and graduated from Century College in 2005, as a dental hygienist. I worked at a couple different offices before returning to Dr. Gallagher’s office as a hygienist. It’s great to be back!
I enjoy the challenges of maintaining oral health care for my patients. I like that our office is up to date with all the newest technology, making your experience the best ever. This also provides me opportunity to give you the best care possible.
I enjoy traveling, camping, snowboarding, and spending time with friends and family.
Lisa Koziol
Hygienist
I graduated from Herzing College in Crystal, in late 2007 where I found a passion for dental hygiene and helping patients love their smiles. Shortly after, in April of 2008, I started working for Gallagher Dentistry. I have had an amazing time here, and I love getting to know our patients, as well as their families.
When I’m not practicing hygiene, I love to spend time with my family and friends where we go out on the lake, wakeboard, swim and ride motorcycles.