Douglas Wright graduated from the University of Maryland Pharmacy School in 1981. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Maryland in 1985. While in school he completed externship training at John Hopkins Hospital, the University of Maryland Hospital, and the National Institutes of Health, Baltimore Cancer Research Center. After graduation, Dr. Wright joined the US Navy. There, he received advanced training in a wide variety of dental subjects, including oral diagnosis, periodontics (gum disease), endodontics (root canals), oral surgery, surgical anesthesia, advanced cardiac life support, and advanced traumatic life support. He was assigned to a US Navy warship and served in combat the Persian Gulf in 1988. Dr. Wright's military decorations include two Navy Commendation Medals, two Navy Achievement medals, the Combat Action Ribbon, and the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal. After four years of active duty, transferred to the Naval reserves. He continued to serve in the Naval Reserves for an additional 17 years. During that time, he often provided care at Bethesda Naval Hospital. After working in a private practice for 10 years, Dr. Wright accepted a position at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Washington DC. In addition to treating dental patients, he served on the hospital's Infection Control Committee and was a member of the Medical Center's Chemical and Biological Decontamination team. Today, Dr. Wright has been working in dentistry for over 35 years! He is a member of the American Dental Association. He has published articles in the Journal of Academy of General Dentistry, Navy Medicine Magazine, Implant Practice US, Proceedings of the Naval Institute and Dental Economics magazine. Dr. Wright and his wife Karen live in Harrisonburg, Virginia. They have three children named Nicholas, Julia, and Rosemary. Dr. Wright enjoys playing in a soft rock band, where he handles rhythm guitar and vocals. He also enjoys shooting sporting clays and writing opinion essays for the Daily News Record in Harrisonburg, Virginia.

Brandy had an early interest in dentistry. She started working as a dental assistant in 2008. In 2011 she graduated from Wytheville Community College, earning her degree in dental hygiene and has been a dedicated dental hygienist ever since. In addition to her work in general dental practices, Brandy has experience in the specialty disciplines of pediatric, and periodontal dentistry. At our practice, Brandy evaluates the oral health of our patients and educates them on ways that they can improve their oral hygiene. Her goal is to help each patient work toward maintaining their oral health. Of course she believes each of her patients should have a great smile as well. Outside of work, Brandy enjoys spending time with her husband, Jason, two young children, Annistyn and Kemper and two boxers, Zola and June!

Meg started working in dentistry in 2012 after completing the Dental Assistant program at Valley Vocational and Technical School in Fishersville. She grew up in Fishersville and graduated from Wilson Memorial High School. Meg and her husband Max enjoy spending time with their nieces and nephews, and their three adopted hound dogs Ceva, Harvey and Smokey - yes hounds, and they are house pets believe it or not. They have a 2 year old son Knox and just welcomed their second healthy baby boy Landry in December 2023. Meg's training and skills allows her to be multi functional in our office. Meg works along side Brandy in our hygiene department, presents cases one on one with new patients and oversees the administrative side of things. Meg handles these responsibilities with professionalism and great attention-to-detail.

Amber grew up in Waynesboro and started in the dental field in 2019. Prior to dental, she worked in Physical Therapy. Her desire for helping people is what makes her such a great additional to our team. She is passionate about getting to know each of our patients individually all while making sure they receive the quality service and attention from our front office. Amber will probably be the first person you speak with when you call our office. After just one conversation you will see our practice focuses on you and your dental needs in a friendly and caring atmosphere. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband Ricky and their two daughters, Nickole and Karsyn.

Tara grew up in Fishersville and started working in the dental field in 2014 after completing the Dental Assistant program at Valley Vocational and Technical School in Fishersville. Her clinical experience and passion to help others achieve their oral health goals is what sets her apart! When Tara is not working alongside Dr. Wright and Dr. Kennedy, you will find her ordering all implant, denture and office supplies to ensure our office has what we need for each case. Her bubbly personality and calming demeanor makes our patients comfortable during each visit. Tara married her high school sweetheart Tyler in 2016, they welcomed their first baby girl Audra in 2022. When she is not at the office she is spending time with her family and their German Shepherd, Rocko.