Meet the team at mydentist, myorthodontist, Effingham Square, Rotherham
Your practice team
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Hayley Purden
Practice Manager
GDC No: 241554
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Carly Smith
Treatment Co-ordinator
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Stacey Roddy
Treatment Co-ordinator
GDC No: 319368
Your clinicians
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Caroline McCarthy Orthodontist
Qualified from: MFDS Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2001 BDS University of Sheffield 1997
GDC No: 73283
Dr. Caroline McCarthy is a Specialist Orthodontist with us at Brinsworth and Rotherham. She is also a Orthodontic Consultant at Charles Clifford Dental Hospital. Alongside this she was also a consultant in Doncaster for 14 years. Caroline qualified in 1997 and worked in general and children’s dentistry. She then became a member of the Faculty of Dental Surgery and obtained her first Master’s degree in Oral Surgery in 2000. With continuing progression, she then undertook specialist training in 2003 at the Royal London Hospital and Essex County Hospital where she achieved her second Masters in Orthodontics. In 2004 she gained Membership in Orthodontics, from the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Caroline is dedicated to ensuring the best patient outcomes and experiences for her patients. She covers all aspects of teeth straightening, including, fixed metal braces, tooth coloured braces, Invisalign, retention, functional appliances and other fixed and removable braces. Here at our Rotherham practices we ensure that a happy smile is available for everyone and we offer payment plans including interest free braces. Outside of work Caroline enjoys spending time with her two children, golf, and walking her dog Billy. We look forward to welcoming you to our practice.
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Tania Murphy Orthodontist
Qualified from: FDS(Orth) Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2005 MOrth 2003 MFDS Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2000 MMedSci University of Sheffield 2000 BDS University of Sheffield 1996
GDC No: 71901
Dr. Tania Murphy is a Specialist Orthodontist covering our, Rotherham centre, Brinsworth and Scunthorpe practices. Tania qualified as a Dentist in 1996 from the University of Sheffield, she continued to develop her expertise and obtained her first Master’s degree in Oral Surgery in 1999. She then became a member of the Faculty of Dental Surgery in 2000. This was quickly followed by the achievement of her second Masters degree in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons, England. In 2005 she then achieved the Fellowship in Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of England for Orthodontics. After 16 years working as an NHS Orthodontic Consultant Tania stepped down from this role. Tania specialises in all aspects of teeth straightening, from fixed metal braces, tooth coloured braces, Invisalign, retention, functional appliances and other fixed and removable braces. She prides herself on working with the best orthodontic systems on the market to ensure exceptional treatment outcomes. Treatments with Tania are available on payment plans, including interest free finance options to cover the cost of braces. Outside of work Tania enjoys spending time with her two children, attending live music events, food and travel.
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Abigail Ram Orthodontic Therapist
Qualified from: Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2022 Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2015
GDC No: 261384
Abigail first qualified as a dental nurse in 2015 and progressed onto a Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy at the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2022. Abigail works across Yorkshire at our Scunthorpe, Rotherham and Sheffield practices ensuring the best quality care for children and adults with braces. She thoroughly enjoys working with our Orthodontic patients, whether they have, Invisalign, fixed metal braces, ceramic tooth coloured braces and many more. She loves seeing the beautiful smiles our team have worked hard together to make happen. In her space time she loves to travel and spending time with her friends. Abigail looks forward to welcoming you to our practice.
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Alexandra Barker Orthodontic Therapist
Qualified from: Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2023 National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2013
GDC No: 246283
Alex began her career as a dental nurse qualifying in 2013. In the following years she furthered her expertise by completing her radiography in 2014, Oral health in 2015 and her Orthodontic nursing in 2017. Alex’s commitment to delivering perfect smiles continued and she progressed onto a Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy with the Royal College of Surgeons of England which she accomplished in 2023. Alex joined our Brinsworth, Rotherham and Sheffield practices in 2020. Covering all aspects of teeth straightening Alex works with NHS and private patients, fixed braces, ceramic, Invisalign and retention. Alex prides herself on her exceptional precision and thoroughness with our patients. She works alongside our highly credentialed orthodontists leaving no stone unturned. Alex has an appreciation for fine cuisine and enjoys sampling from diverse menus, she also takes joy in heading outdoors and playing golf. Alex looks forward to welcoming you to our practice soon.
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Kim Butler Orthodontic Therapist
Qualified from: Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2024 National Certificate NEBDN 2001
GDC No: 113161
Kim began dental nursing in January 1999, and gained her Dental Nurse qualification in 2001, and Dental Radiography in 2007. Kim then moved to a specialist orthodontic practice in Beverley where she worked towards her Orthodontic Nursing qualification and then eventually progressing on to Orthodontic Therapy. Kim qualified as an Orthodontic Therapist in 2024 with The Royal College of Surgeons England. Kim joined {my}orthodontist Scunthorpe in July 2024 and also works in Rotherham and {my}dentist Scunthorpe.Kim enjoys talking to her patients, and watching them as they progress through their orthodontic journey.In her spare time, Kim spends time with her 2 sons and family, watching football, going for walk and baking the occasional cake.
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Megan Fearn Orthodontic Therapist
GDC No: 275591
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