Team

Cheryl

Administration/Certified Dental Assistant

Cheryl is one of the first people you will meet at the Advance Dental Group. She has worked in dentistry since 1987 as a Certified Dental Assistant and office administrator.

Cheryl’s friendly manner helps patients feel at ease with all their dental needs. She takes time to explain treatments, answer patients’ questions, and to encourage them to practice good dental hygiene. Cheryl really enjoys her job and the opportunity of getting to know the clients.

Cheryl has worked with Dr. Macdonnell since 2004 and really appreciates being part of the office team. She finds it very rewarding to see Dr Macdonnells completed treatments and the smiles that come with it!
Cheryl is married and has two very active boys. After work and on weekends, you can often find her at the hockey rink, soccer field or golf course. In her spare time Cheryl likes to walk, golf, and spend time with family and friends.

Teresa

Administration/Reception

Teresa has over 15 years of experience as a dental administrator and has worked with Dr Macdonnell at the Advance Dental Group since 2005. Teresa is a wealth of knowledge and can answer all your questions concerning dental insurance and other administrative issues. Teresa loves to read, bike, camp and spend time with her growing family. She enjoys touring the many wineries the valley has to offer, sipping wine and taking in the many vistas that the Okanagan Valley has to offer.

Sajra

Hygiene Co-Ordinator/Reception

Sajra was born and raised in Bosnia Hercegovina until she was the age of 4 and immigrated to Canada due to the conflict in 1993. She lived in Saskatoon, sk for over 23 years. Recently new to Kelowna, Sajra enjoys touring the many winery’s and fruit stands and spending the summer with her family and friends at Skaha lake.

Maria

Administration

Maria grew up in Kelowna and graduated from the C.D.A. program at Okanagan College in 1988. She spent 6 years working in pediatric dentistry, general practice and ortho in Vancouver. Upon moving back to the sunny Okanagan, she assumed the position of Hygiene Co-ordinator and office administrator. Married to Dr. Macdonnell since 1994, they have 4 sons. When she’s not in the office, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing, volunteering in the community and travelling. Maria brings energy, enthusiasm and experience to the team at Advance Dental Group.

Jasmine

Patient Engagement Co-Ordinator

Born and raised in Manitoba, she began her post secondary education in Calgary where she studied dental assisting. After a summer vacation in the Okanagan it was obvious this is where she wanted to be. Jasmine enjoy's spending time at the lake with friends boating as well as touring the countryside in her Jeep.

Kamal

Certified Dental Assistant

Kamal is a new addition at Advance Dental Group. She was born and raised in Punjab, India and came to Canada as an international student in 2012. While here she completed a post graduate diploma in information technology. In her heart, she’s always wanted to do something in the medical science field. She completed her certification in dental assisting from the College of New Caledonia in Prince George in 2020. After visiting family here in Kelowna, she knew she wanted to relocate here with her young family after seeing the beauty of the orchards and lake. She is a mother of two adorable kids and when she’s not at work she enjoys hanging out with her family swimming and skating. She is passionate about her job and giving back to others.

Brittany

Certified Dental Assistant

Brittany graduated from the Certified Dental Assistant program at Okanagan College in 2022. Being a new CDA she is eager to grow her knowledge in the field of dentistry and takes every opportunity to do so. Brittany loves getting to know new and old patients at Advance Dental Group. Born and raised in Kelowna, she couldn’t imagine calling anywhere else home. Outside of work she loves the outdoors, riding horses, and spending time with friends and family.

Taylor

Certified Dental Assistant

Taylor graduated from the Certified Dental Assisting program at the Okanagan College in 2009 and has been with Dr. Macdonnell and the Advance Dental Group ever since! Taylor is one of the friendly faces that you will see assisting during your appointment with Dr. Macdonnell. Her professionalism and kind manner puts patients at ease. Taylor enjoys the diversity of her job and the opportunity to meet so many interesting people. Taylor loves outdoor activities such as dirt biking, camping, hiking and snowboarding. She also enjoys playing guitar and reading.

Montana

Certified Dental Assistant

Montana is the newest member of our team, and one of our fabulous certified dental assistants. She was born and raised in Kelowna and is a recent graduate of the CDA program at Okanagan College. In her spare time, she enjoys being outdoors sitting around the bonfire, camping and 4x4’ing with her friends and dog.

Rachael

Registered Dental Hygienist

Rachael graduated from the Okanagan College Certified Dental Assisting program in 2019 and worked as a CDA at our office for 3 years before returning to school to obtain her Dental Hygiene Degree! She as returned as a hygienist and looks forward to seeing her old patients and establishing relationships with new patients. Born and raised in Kelowna, she has a passion for the beautiful Okanagan. Outside of work you will find her playing golf, spending weekends at her family lake house or surfing lake Okanagan. Rachael is known for her bubbly and easy going personality which makes her very approachable and a great asset to our team here at Advance Dental Group!

Ciara

Registered Dental Hygienist

Ciara was born and raised in Kelowna and completed her dental hygiene degree in Prince George. She is married to her husband who shares her love of motorcycles and spontaneous summer getaways. Her goal as a hygienist is to be your friendly oral health professional and educator leaving you with a positive dental experience!