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Robert D. Knox Practice Manager
Robert D. Knox | Practice Manager

I am Dr. Kathy Knox’s husband and Dr. Alexander Knox’s father. Dr. Kathy and I met in high school in 1974 and were married in 1981. I graduated from RPI, in Troy, NY where I studied chemistry and materials engineering. I had my own business, before working at Otego Family Dental, providing information technology support to small businesses in the capital region.

We live next door to the Otego practice and we have two children, both grown and married. I love working with my wife and the great team at Otego Family Dental.

Matt Gibson – Front Office Manager
Matt Gibson | Front Office Manager

I graduated from Oneonta High School in 2008 and then served 5 years in the US Marine Corps Infantry. I learned many valuable skills, traits, and lessons during my service as a Marine and they have translated well into my civilian career.

I started my employment at Otego Family Dental in late February 2014 and consider myself lucky to be part of such a close knit team. I look forward to contributing to a successful future here.

Courtney Gibson – Scheduling Coordinator 
Courtney Gibson | Scheduling Coordinator

I graduated from Oneonta High School in 2007 and then attended SUNY Herkimer College for three years where I earned an Associate’s Degree in Travel and Tourism (Hospitality and Management) as well as a Small Business Management Certificate.

I started at Otego Family Dental in August 2011. I work each day with both a team and patients that make my work enjoyable. I am lucky to work with my husband, Matt. Outside of work I enjoy going to the movies, shopping, and traveling.

Heather Robinson Registered Dental Hygienists 
Courtney Gibson | Scheduling Coordinator

I graduated from Thousand Islands High School in 2016 where I grew up in Clayton, NY. I continued my education at St. Lawrence University before going to SUNY Broome earning an Associate’s Degree in both Dental Hygiene and Heath Studies. I started my career as a registered dental hygienist in the summer of 2021 and soon after began working at Otego Family Dental.

I am grateful to be a part of such a great team and given the opportunity to work with such wonderful patients. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my fiancé and our two dogs Nova and Denali.

Kate Whipple – Registered Dental Hygienist
Michaela Vibbard | Registered Dental Hygienist

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Amy Webb – Dental Assistant 
Courtney Gibson | Scheduling Coordinator

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Cynthia Bauer – Dental Assistant
Michaela Vibbard | Registered Dental Hygienist

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Oneonta Office

Nick Kocieniewski – Personnel Operations and Office Policy Manager

I am Dr. Alex’s husband and happy to have joined the Otego Family Dental Team in 2022 on a part time basis. I grew up in the Buffalo area and moved to Oneonta in 2014. I earned my doctorate in educational policy and leadership from the University at Albany in 2022. Full time I work as an administrator in higher education.

I enjoy swimming, taking the dogs for walks, playing video games, and seeing live theater.

Troy Thompson – Scheduling Coordinator

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Sarah Stento – Registered Dental Hygienist

I grew up in Otego and graduated from Unatego in 2013. I attended SUNY Broome after where I earned my degree in Dental Hygiene. After beginning my career in 2016 at another office, I joined Otego Family Dental in January 2022.

I have loved joining this team and getting to know all the great patients. When I’m not at work, I love spending my time with my family and exploring the outdoors during every season.

Kayla Fiorello Registered Dental Hygienist

I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Communication studies from SUNY Oneonta in 2016. I decided to go back to school in 2019 for my Associates in Dental Hygiene at SUNY Broome.

I started my career off at Otego Family Dental just a couple of months after graduating Hygiene school in 2021 and I could not have joined a better office to grow with. I enjoy working with all of our patients, and I feel lucky to be a part of a team that is like family.

Outside of the office I enjoy spending time with my family on our dairy farm and watching my son grow and explore new things.

Danielle Murphy – Registered Dental Hygienist

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Paige Brooks – Clinical Manager and Certified Dental Assistant

I grew up in New Jersey and spent summers up in the small town of Jefferson for many years. I eventually moved to Jefferson in 2010 when my family decided to open a restaurant/bar.

I graduated from Jefferson Central School in 2013 and then attended Fortis Institute and graduated in 2015 with a DANB and CDA License. I started my career as a CDA after graduation and started working at Otego Family Dental in November 2018.

I enjoy working with a great team as well as wonderful patients. When not at work, I enjoy spending time with my boyfriend, two dogs, family, shopping and seasonal activities

Desiree Verrecchia Certified Dental Assistant

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