After earning his dental degree from the University of Tennessee, Dr. Heeren served as a military dental officer for four years in the U.S. Navy. He completed a general practice residency at the National Naval Medical Center, “The President’s Hospital.” before practicing for more than 4000 active-duty patients in support of Marine Corps units en route to their missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. During his tour with the USMC, Dr. Heeren deployed for eight months in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom where he was the sole provider of dental services in the western Iraq area of operations. Upon returning, Dr. Heeren earned his Postgraduate Certificate in Endodontics and a Master’s of Science in Dentistry at the Medical University of South Carolina. During his free time, Dr. Heeren plays the guitar, enjoys live music and a variety of sports and outdoor activities.
After earning his dental degree from the University of Tennessee, Dr. Heeren served as a military dental officer for four years in the U.S. Navy. He completed a general practice residency at the National Naval Medical Center, “The President’s Hospital.” before practicing for more than 4000 active-duty patients in support of Marine Corps units en route to their missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. During his tour with the USMC, Dr. Heeren deployed for eight months in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom where he was the sole provider of dental services in the western Iraq area of operations. Upon returning, Dr. Heeren earned his Postgraduate Certificate in Endodontics and a Master’s of Science in Dentistry at the Medical University of South Carolina. During his free time, Dr. Heeren plays the guitar, enjoys live music and a variety of sports and outdoor activities.
Raised near Denver, Colorado, Dr. Brandon Pitcher graduated Magna Cum Laude from Brigham Young University and went on to graduate Magna Cum Laude from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Dentistry. Following this, he completed a 2-yr General Practice Residency at VA-Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Center in Los Angeles, California. He then returned to the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio where he received his Endodontic certificate. During his residency, Dr. Pitcher completed research that has been published in the Journal of Endodontics. In his free time, he enjoys playing and watching a variety of sports, and traveling with his wife.
Raised near Denver, Colorado, Dr. Brandon Pitcher graduated Magna Cum Laude from Brigham Young University and went on to graduate Magna Cum Laude from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Dentistry. Following this, he completed a 2-yr General Practice Residency at VA-Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Center in Los Angeles, California. He then returned to the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio where he received his Endodontic certificate. During his residency, Dr. Pitcher completed research that has been published in the Journal of Endodontics. In his free time, he enjoys playing and watching a variety of sports, and traveling with his wife.
Dr. Katherine McKitrick grew up in Oregon. She began her healthcare journey at Oregon State University where she graduated cum laude with a Bachelor Degree in Nutrition & Food Management. She then attended Illinois State University where she earned a Master of Science degree with a focus on Nutrition. After working as a Registered Dietitian for a short time, Dr. McKitrick decided she wanted a more hands on approach to health care. She spent time shadowing dentists and physicians and quickly determined that dentistry was the path for her. Dr. McKitrick and her husband relocated to sunny Charleston, South Carolina and worked for a pediatric dentist before attending dental school at the Medical University of South Carolina.
While in dental school, Dr. McKitrick spent additional hours beyond her requirements in the specialty clinics. She found endodontics to be particularly interesting and liked the opportunity the endodontists had to have an immediate impact on patient’s quality of life by relieving pain. As a senior, Dr. McKitrick earned the South Carolina Association of Endodontists Scholarship Award. After graduation, she stayed at the Medical University of South Carolina to complete her post-graduate specialty certificate in Endodontics and Master of Science Degree in Dentistry and served as chief resident.
Dr. McKitrick and her husband, Andy, are extremely busy with their two small children. In their free time they enjoy playing at the parks, trying new restaurants, and cheering for the Green Bay Packers. When she has a moment to herself, Dr. McKitrick daydreams of visiting warm and exotic locations around the world.
Dr. Katherine McKitrick grew up in Oregon. She began her healthcare journey at Oregon State University where she graduated cum laude with a Bachelor Degree in Nutrition & Food Management. She then attended Illinois State University where she earned a Master of Science degree with a focus on Nutrition. After working as a Registered Dietitian for a short time, Dr. McKitrick decided she wanted a more hands on approach to health care. She spent time shadowing dentists and physicians and quickly determined that dentistry was the path for her. Dr. McKitrick and her husband relocated to sunny Charleston, South Carolina and worked for a pediatric dentist before attending dental school at the Medical University of South Carolina.
While in dental school, Dr. McKitrick spent additional hours beyond her requirements in the specialty clinics. She found endodontics to be particularly interesting and liked the opportunity the endodontists had to have an immediate impact on patient’s quality of life by relieving pain. As a senior, Dr. McKitrick earned the South Carolina Association of Endodontists Scholarship Award. After graduation, she stayed at the Medical University of South Carolina to complete her post-graduate specialty certificate in Endodontics and Master of Science Degree in Dentistry and served as chief resident.
Dr. McKitrick and her husband, Andy, are extremely busy with their two small children. In their free time they enjoy playing at the parks, trying new restaurants, and cheering for the Green Bay Packers. When she has a moment to herself, Dr. McKitrick daydreams of visiting warm and exotic locations around the world.
Dr. Brian Crump grew up in northern Kentucky, south of Cincinnati, OH. After graduating with cum laude honors from college, Dr. Crump moved to Nashville, TN to work in research at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. It was his time in Nashville and his time serving on several international medical/dental mission trips to Brazil, India, and Costa Rica that sparked his interest in dentistry. From there, Dr. Crump attended the University Of Louisville School Of Dentistry, graduating with the Dean’s Scholar recognition for academic achievement.
While in dental school, Dr. Crump was one of 23 students nationwide to win the National Health Service Scholarship award. He also won the AAE Student Achievement Award for being the top student at ULSD in Endodontics. After dental school, Dr. Crump moved to Columbus, OH to serve as the Dental Director at a non-profit health center for 4 years, providing care to the underserved of central OH. He then went on to earn his post-graduate specialty certificate in Endodontics and Master of Science Degree from The Ohio State University, graduating summa cum laude.
Dr. Brian Crump grew up in northern Kentucky, south of Cincinnati, OH. After graduating with cum laude honors from college, Dr. Crump moved to Nashville, TN to work in research at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. It was his time in Nashville and his time serving on several international medical/dental mission trips to Brazil, India, and Costa Rica that sparked his interest in dentistry. From there, Dr. Crump attended the University Of Louisville School Of Dentistry, graduating with the Dean’s Scholar recognition for academic achievement.
While in dental school, Dr. Crump was one of 23 students nationwide to win the National Health Service Scholarship award. He also won the AAE Student Achievement Award for being the top student at ULSD in Endodontics. After dental school, Dr. Crump moved to Columbus, OH to serve as the Dental Director at a non-profit health center for 4 years, providing care to the underserved of central OH. He then went on to earn his post-graduate specialty certificate in Endodontics and Master of Science Degree from The Ohio State University, graduating summa cum laude.
Ashley Bryant grew up in a small Kentucky town called Princeton before becoming a Hilltopper at Western Kentucky University where she studied education. Ashley has worked in the dental field for 13 years, and she uses that experience in her extensive role as Regional Manager. Outside of the office, Ashley loves spending time with her daughter, Piper, and they both enjoy boating and being outdoors.
Ashley Bryant grew up in a small Kentucky town called Princeton before becoming a Hilltopper at Western Kentucky University where she studied education. Ashley has worked in the dental field for 13 years, and she uses that experience in her extensive role as Regional Manager. Outside of the office, Ashley loves spending time with her daughter, Piper, and they both enjoy boating and being outdoors.
