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Dr. Natalie Whitaker graduated UNC Dental School in 2004 and has loved the privilege of taking care of those in her home town ever since. Dr. Whitaker is an aspiring author who is passionate about all things related to health, wellness and mindset. In her spare time she enjoys reading, cooking and playing basketball with her husband and their 2 children.
Natalie Whitaker, DDS
General Dentist
Steven Sudderth, DDS
General Dentist
Saryn Hedrick, DDS
General Dentist
Dr. Saryn Hedrick is one of the newest members of our Dental Team at Whitaker Dental Associates, and she is extremely excited to have found her dental home in Morganton. Saryn and her husband, Edward, grew up in the foothills of NC and are glad to be back in the area and closer to their families. Saryn graduated as a top student in her class at the UNC School of Dentistry, and she previously graduated from Lenoir-Rhyne University with a degree in biology. In her free time, you might find Saryn experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, cheering on the Tar Heels basketball team, traveling, tending to her garden, or playing with her miniature poodle, Emmett.
Donna Coffey
Patient Care Coordinator
Donna started with Dr. Sudderth day one, 40 plus years ago and has continued her love of patient care with Whitaker Dental Associates. She has experience as a chairside dental assistant and patient care coordinator. Her hobbies include walking, singing in her church choir, porch sitting in the mountains and spending time with family!
Brittney Pritchard
Patient Care/ Insurance Coordinator
Brittney has been in the dental field since 2008. She joined the Whitaker Dental Associates team in 2013. She has experience as a dental assistant as well as patient care and insurance coordination. Brittney has 2 wonderful children, Maleah and Malaki. She loves spending time with her family and making memories with her children. Brittney enjoys doing her part to help people smile!
Lori Clark
Registered Dental Hygienist
Lori graduated from UNC in 1998 with a bachelor of science degree in dental hygiene. She joined our team in 2011. She was also a past clinical instructor at CVCC- dental hygiene department. Lori loves getting to know all of her patients and educating them to help maintain a beautiful smile. Lori enjoys spending time with her 2 beautiful daughters, and their 2 dogs.
Sarah Leonard
Registered Dental Hygienist
Sarah has been apart of Whitaker Dental Associates since 2009 when she graduated from the Dental Hygiene Program a CPCC with an associates degree in applied science of Dental Hygiene. Sarah Graduated with CITA status and is SPICE certified. Sarah worked previously as a dental assistant and has over 10 years experience in the dental field. Sarah is married with two sons, Jace and Jackson and their dog Addy. Sarah enjoys spending all her spare time with her family. They enjoy traveling and playing outside. Sarah's goal is to utilize her knowledge of clinical, educational, and therapeutic skills in supporting total health through the promotion of optimal oral health.
Cassie Carter
Registered Dental Hygienist
Cassie is a Lenior native, but attended York Technical College in Rock Hill, SC. After graduation, she returned to her hometown and has been practicing dental hygiene since 2011. Cassie is happily married to her husband, Neal and they have 2 boys and 3 dogs that keep them very busy! Cassie enjoys riding motorcycles with her husband, shopping, hiking, trying new eateries, church activities and vacationing to the Outer Banks. Her passion is helping others.
Andrea Frye
Registered Dental Hygienist
Andrea joined the Whitaker Dental Associates team in 2018. She has been apart of this community her entire life, she graduated from Freedom High School in 1994. She then finished her DA II at AB tech in 1999, and her dental hygiene degree and BS at Mars Hill University in 2001. Andrea is married and has 2 spirited children. She loves this community and her church. She enjoys camping with her family and being apart of the great outdoors. Andrea's job is truly one she loves and is blessed to do. Seeing people smile brings her joy! We are so glad she is apart of this wonderful team!
Teresa Causby
Dental Assistant II
Teresa has been a dental assistant with Whitaker Dental Associates for 40 plus years- beginning in 1978 with Dr. Steven Sudderth. She is an organist and choir director at her church. Teresa loves to read and spend time doing adult coloring ( too much time according to her husband, Randy) Teresa and her husband work out together 3 mornings a week before work and enjoy working in their yard on the weekends. Just being outdoors, doing anything, makes her happy!
Heather Smith
Dental Assistant II
Heather has been with Whitaker Dental Associates since she graduated dental assisting school in 2011. She graduated with honors and SPICE certification. Heather considers her patients family. Heather is engaged with one son, Lyrik. In her spare time she loves to play with her son and spend time with family and friends.
Hannah Shumate
Dental Assistant II
Hannah has been with Whitaker Dental Associates since 2013. She grew up in Vale, NC where she graduated from Fred T. Foard in 2006. She later wandered to Morganton to pursue a job as a dental assistant in 2009. Her and her husband Matthew, met in 2011 and were married on St. Patrick's Day 2012. Hannah has one Fur baby named Razor. Hannah loves meeting and interacting with all of our patients. Hannah loves working out, hunting, and riding four wheelers in wild & wonderful West Virginia!
Pamela Williams
Dental Assistant II
Pamela joined our team in 2018. She graduated the dental assisting program at WPCC in 2013 and began her dental assisting career in a local pediatric office. She loves to make people smile. She has a special fur baby named Crookshanks. Her hobbies include cross stitching, baking, spending time with her family, and gardening.