Dr. Michael
Foran carolina oral & facial surgery
AGE: 40 HOUSEHOLD: Wife Megan;
daughter Erin; son Liam LKN TOWN: Mooresville
Michael Foran, DMD, and Michael Coleman, DDS, are two partners in the specialty practice at Carolina Oral & Facial Surgery in Cornelius. They provide services such as dental implants and wisdom tooth removal, as well as a full range of other specialized oral and maxillofacial services. Dr. Michael Coleman graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and earned his doctorate in dental science from the University of Buffalo. “After completing my residency at Virginia Commonwealth University,” he explains, “I moved to the Lake Norman area to join my uncle, Dr. Patrick Coleman, at his Cornelius practice.” Married to his college sweetheart, Shelby, the couple has three sons: 11-year-old Jack; 9-year-old Patrick; and 4-year-old Cooper. An avid Carolina Panthers fan, Dr. Coleman enjoys taking his family to games and tailgating events. Having three young sons keeps Dr. Coleman and his wife very busy. “Our boys are involved in sports,” he says, “and we spend quite a bit of time out on the lake.” His patients may be surprised to know that Dr. Coleman even gets up on a wakeboard! “I often play golf in my spare time as well,” he adds. Understanding the importance of giving back, Dr. Coleman participates in numerous community events every year. “I am proud to serve the people of Lake Norman and to be a contributing member of this amazing area we call home.” Dr. Mike Foran is a native of New York and was raised on Long Island. He attended Loyola College and Temple University’s School of Dentistry. He is married to his college sweetheart, Megan, and they have two children: 9-year-old Erin and 4-year-old Liam. Working as a dentist at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, DC, Dr. Foran was inspired by the oral and maxillofacial surgeons who treated the soldiers who were brought in with facial trauma. “When I saw what these soldiers had gone through in order to serve and protect our country,” he says, “I knew I had to help them.” Professionally, Dr. Foran is proudest of the work he is able to perform on these wounded soldiers.
DR. Michael
Coleman carolina oral & facial surgery
AGE: 43 HOUSEHOLD: Wife
Shelby; sons Jack, Patrick, and Cooper LKN TOWN: Denver
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34 LKN
| AUGUST 2018
A resident of the rural side of Mooresville, Dr. Foran takes time out for his hobby of competing in triathlons. “The training helps me to unwind and relax, and I appreciate the alone time it gives me … it’s a great time to think,” he shares. The Foran family enjoys relaxing at any beach location, but their current favorite is Corolla Beach in the Outer Banks. When asked what a perfect day looks like in his world, the doctor’s prescription is to wake up at the beach, go for a long run or bike ride, spend the day with family, and grill dinner in the evening. “It’s also important to include a good beer while grilling that dinner,” he smiles.
By: Michelle Love