Get to Know Some of Durham's Health care and wellness Providers The past year has proven that health care is vitally important to a community, and ours is no exception. Often referred to as the City of Medicine, Durham is home to a vast number of providers and wellness organizations who stand out for multiple reasons. Meet some of the caregivers close to home from our local health care and wellness world, including dentists, retirement communities and beyond.
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r. Martha Ann Keels has been in practice in Durham for more than 25 years. In 1990, she started the first pediatric dental clinical at Duke Hospital and provided dental care for children at Lenox Baker’s Children Hospital. In 2001, Dr. Keels relocated the pediatric dental clinic to 2711 N. Duke St. Her goal is to provide the best evidence-based care for her patients and help families develop successful strategies to keep their children’s teeth healthy. While receiving her MS in pediatric dentistry at UNC – Chapel Hill, Dr. Erica Brecher completed her master’s thesis with Dr. Keels. Their research on emergency dental care was
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nationally recognized by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Brecher cares deeply about the connection between oral health and overall health, and the importance of developing long-lasting relationships with her patients. After practicing for three years in the Triangle, Dr. Gentry Byrd joined the team in July. Dr. Byrd received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery and completed her residency in pediatric dentistry under Dr. Keels. As a Master’s of Public Health, Dr. Byrd brings to Duke Street a strong scientific and research background in addition to excellent clinical skills. The entire team looks forward to providing the best oral healthcare for your children in a fun environment.