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Meet Our Dental Faculty

Dr. Matthew Thacker

AEGD Program Director, General Dentist

Dr. Alice Chen

Associate Professor, Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Helpis Kyrillos

Assistant Professor, General Dentist

Dr. Civon Gewelber

Assistant Professor, General Dentist

Meet Our Dental Staff

Chelle Sharp

Administrative Assistant to the Program Director

Janise Arellano

Office Manager

Kalpana Bhatt

Dental Assistant

Teresita Bautista

Dental Assistant

Samantha Leonard

Patient Experience Specialist

Elizabeth Metz

Hygienist

Alma Batiz

Dental Assistant

Tammy Gibson

Dental Assistant

Neda Khosrowmanesh

Dental Assistant

Linda Doleshal

Sterilization Specialist

Ehrissa Salice

Dental Assistant

Mirafe Dela Cruz

Dental Assistant

Michelle Bautista

Hygienist

Tonielle Ferrer

Dental Assistant

Denisse Juarez

Patient Experience Specialist

Heather Wenzl

Patient Experience Specialist

Meet Our Dental Residents

Paul Asaad

Resident

Keaton Sacry

Resident

Eilkay Samadi

Resident

Roseman Dental
10894 S River Front Pkwy
South Jordan, UT 84095
Phone: 801-878-1200

Roseman Dental & Orthodontics
4 Sunset Way, Bldgs B & C
Henderson, Nevada 89014
Phone: 702-968-5222

Roseman Dental
One Breakthrough Way, Suite 3218
Las Vegas, Nevada 89135
Phone: 702-968-5222

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Dr. Matthew Thacker
AEGD Program Director, General Dentist

Dr. Matthew Thacker is the Program Director for the Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency in Henderson, Nevada. After earning his bachelor’s degree in Biology with a concentration in Integrative Physiology from UNLV, he attended UNLV’s School of Dental Medicine and received his Doctorate in Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 2018. After graduating dental school, Dr. Thacker served in the U.S. Navy as a Fleet Marine Force dental officer for 4 years aboard the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in 29 Palms, California. He continues to serve the community as a volunteer dentist for the Special Olympics, Give Kids a Smile, UNLV’s Sgt Ferrin Memorial Veteran’s Clinic, Adopt-a-Vet, Project Homeless, and Roseman University’s Empower. He is passionate about providing a broad scope of evidence-based dental care to the Las Vegas Valley community and is dedicated to training the next generation of dentists to be skilled, compassionate, and service-based healthcare providers.

Dr. Thacker is a member of the American Dental Education Association, Nevada Dental Association, Southern Nevada Dental Society, and is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry.

Dr. Thacker and his wife, Dr. Angelica Jane Bustos-Thacker are natives to Las Vegas and currently live in Summerlin with their two dogs, Puka and Boba. On his free time, Dr. Thacker enjoys playing ice hockey, graphic design, computer coding, traveling, and is an avid woodworker.

Dr. Alice Chen
Associate Professor, Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Alice Chen has joined the Roseman College of Dental Medicine as a board-certified Pediatric Dentist at our clinic in Henderson, Nevada and the Cure 4 The Kids Roseman Dental clinic in Summerlin, Nevada. Dr. Chen received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from UCLA with an emphasis in Developmental Psychology. She received her dental degree from Boston University and her specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at Temple University. Dr. Chen is an excellent clinician with a warm, caring nature. She is a strong advocate for the oral health of all children. She brings to the College of Dental Medicine extensive private practice experience with a steadfast commitment to treating every child with kindness and patience. Dr. Chen and her husband Dr. Matthew Raddue, an anesthesiologist, are enjoying life away from work with their two children.

Dr. Helpis Kyrillos
Assistant Professor, General Dentist

Dr. Kyrillos received her bachelor’s degree in Dental Surgery in 2012 from Ain Shams University, School of Dental Medicine in Cairo, Egypt. She completed a one-year internship program in the same university, then practiced in Cairo as a general dentist for two years, focusing on low-income families and educating patients on the importance of self-care, before moving to the United States. Upon completion of the board exams, she completed the international DDS program at UNLV School of Dental Medicine and has been practicing as a general dentist in Henderson, Nevada. She is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Student Dental Association (ASDA).

Alma Batiz
Dental Assistant

Alma loves working with children and making them feel comfortable at the dentist. In her spare time, she loves traveling and watching her little ones play soccer.

Tammy Gibson
Dental Assistant

Tammy Gibson joined Roseman Dental & Orthodontics in March of 2019 as a Dental Assistant and has been a Dental Assistant for over 11 years. Tammy enjoys seeing and helping our patients at Roseman Dental & Orthodontics. Tammy loves spending time with family and friends, shopping, traveling, going to local shows, and trying new restaurants.

Neda Khosrowmanesh
Dental Assistant

Neda Khosrowmanesh joined Roseman Dental & Orthodontics in April of 2019 as a Dental Assistant. Neda is from northern California and has been a dental assistant for 13 years. She loves helping patients with their teeth. Neda also loves going to the beach, hanging with my family & friends and trying new restaurants. She loves Las Vegas!

Linda Doleshal
Sterilization Specialist

Linda Doleshal became a member of the clinical staff at the Orthodontic Clinic at Roseman University in October 2012. She is working in the Orthodontic Clinic’s sterilization department and although she is very new in the dental field, she is enthusiastic about learning and gaining experience through her work in the program.

Linda was originally from Kansas City, Kansas before moving to Boulder City in 1997. During her free time, she enjoys movies, hanging out with her family and friends, walking her chocolate lab Maggie and traveling.

Rehya Corral
Patient Experience Specialist

Rehya is Vegas born and raised. She enjoys desert sunsets, long walks on the beach, and any ice cream shop within a 50-mile radius.

Dr. Paul Assad
AEGD Resident – 2024

Hometown: Ham Lake, MN
Education Dental: Missouri School of Dentistry and Oral Health at ATSU, DMD, 2021
Undergraduate: University of Minnesota, BA
Licensed to practice dentistry in: Utah, Nevada, Illinois and Texas
Hobbies: I enjoy trying new restaurants, hiking, and cooking for my family

Dr. Keaton Sacry
AEGD Resident – 2024

Hometown: Whitehall, MT
Education Dental: University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine, DMD
Undergraduate: University of Nevada, Reno, B.S. Chemistry
Licensed to practice dentistry in: Montana and Nevada
Hobbies: Skiing, biking, hunting, fishing and concerts

Dr. Eilkay Samadi
AEGD Resident – 2024

Hometown: San Diego, CA
Education Dental: University of Detroit, Mercy, DDS
Undergraduate: California State University, San Marcos, BS
Licensed to practice dentistry in: California and Nevada
Hobbies: Going to the gym, hiking, hanging out with friends, reading books

James M. Broadbent, DDS, MS
Associate Professor of Dental Medicine

Dr. James M. Broadbent joined Roseman University of Health Sciences in 2009 (the first year of orthodontic residency training) as a full-time faculty member in the Advanced Education in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics/MBA (AEODO/MBA) Residency Program. At Roseman, he is course director of several modules of learning. He serves on University faculty senate and several committees. His professional and research interests include phase I orthopedic growth modification, functional jaw orthopedics, accelerated orthodontics, facial esthetics, and air way and temporomandibular joint disorders.

Dr. Broadbent graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Zoology. Dr. Broadbent received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the Northwestern University Dental School in Chicago. He completed a dental specialties internship at the Chandler Medical Center, University of Kentucky. He then served as an Assistant Professor of Crown and Bridge at Northwestern University Dental School and practiced general dentistry prior to dental specialty training. Dr Broadbent received his Master of Science (MS) degree and Certificate in Orthodontics from Northwestern University.

Dr. Broadbent practiced orthodontics many years in Provo, Utah, and served as adjunct faculty at Utah Technical College (now Utah Valley University), American Institute of Medical Dental Technology, and Provo College. Dr. Broadbent made a significant contribution to the art and science of orthodontics in teaching numerous continuing education courses, seminars, and presentations at local, state, and national and international dental meetings, and university graduate training programs. Along the way, he was awarded the Joseph E. Johnson Outstanding Table Clinic, American Association of Orthodontists, and twice the (AAFO) J. Robert Bronson Clinician of the Year award.

Dr. Broadbent completed board certification in orthodontics, achieving the status of Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics. His interest and training in temporomandibular joint disorders and oral facial pain lead to achieving status of Diplomate, American Academy of Pain Management.

Dr. Broadbent has published many articles in several professional journals. He served as president of the Provo District Dental Society, Utah Dental Association annual program, and president of the Utah Association of Orthodontists.

Dr. Broadbent demonstrates vision and leadership in community organizations and service. He is recognized as a Kentucky Colonel, Commonwealth of Kentucky; member President’s Club, Brigham Young University; Boy Scouts of America distinguished Silver Beaver; and James E. West Fellow. For more than 20 years he served the Boy Scouts of America; Utah National Parks Council (one of the largest National BSA Councils), as Council Jamboree Chairman; National Boy Scout Jamboree, A.P. Hill Virginia (1985, 1989, 1993); and Chair of highly successful Council Events (1996, 2000) and as Utah National Parks Council Commissioner (1987-2000) and UNPC Vice President Program (2000-2003). He earned the distinguished Eagle Scout and Silver Explorer awards.

Dr. Broadbent is a member of the American Dental Association, Utah Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists, Utah Association of Orthodontists, American Association for Functional Orthodontics, International Association for Orthodontics, and the American Dental Educators Association.

Before joining Roseman University of Health Sciences, he served as attending dentist and adjunct faculty instructor of several courses of education at Salt Lake Community College, Dental Hygiene Program (South Jordan Utah Campus).

Dr. Broadbent is licensed to practice dentistry in California, Nevada, and Utah.

Personal activities include fly fishing, off-road rock crawling motor sports, over landing motor sports, and white water river running.

Prashanti Bollu, MBA, MS, DMD
Program Director, Associate Professor of Dental Medicine, AEODO/MBA Program

Dr. Prashanti Bollu received dental school training from Boston University School of Dental Medicine. She holds a Master’s degree in Health Care Administration as well as a Master’s in Business Administration. Part of the inaugural class, Dr. Bollu received her orthodontic training from the Roseman University of Health Sciences.

Dr. Bollu has received several awards for outstanding academic achievements during her undergraduate and graduate training. Her interest in research was sparked early in dental school and strengthened further during her employment at Boston University during which time she worked with many prominent researchers. She has been involved in several research projects and presented multiple posters at national conferences. Dr. Bollu has been recognized by DENTSPLY and Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society, for outstanding research.

Besides serving as a clinical and teaching faculty, Dr. Bollu was actively involved in growing the research component of the Advanced Education in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics (AEODO) /MBA Residency Program. As Director of Dental Research for College of Dental Medicine (Henderson Campus), she facilitated all resident and faculty research endeavors. Her research interests include Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), practice management issues, orthodontic insurance coverage gaps and access to orthodontic care.

Currently, Dr. Prashanti Bollu serves as the Interim Program Director for the AEODO/MBA residency program. She also practices in a few private orthodontic offices in the Las Vegas area. Dr. Bollu is a Board Certified Orthodontist and has active professional affiliations with multiple national and regional dental/orthodontic associations including American Association of Orthodontics, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, and Southern Nevada Dental Society. She has also been a member of the International Association of Dental Research as well as the American Association of Dental Research.

Meet Our Dental Faculty

Dr. Matthew Thacker

Dr. Alice Chen

Dr. Helpis Kyrillos

Dr. Civon Gewelber

Meet Our Dental Staff

Chelle Sharp

Janise Arellano

Office Manager

Kalpana Bhatt

Dental Assistant

Teresita Bautista

Dental Assistant

Samantha Leonard

Patient Experience Specialist

Elizabeth Metz

Hygienist

Alma Batiz

Tammy Gibson

Neda Khosrowmanesh

Linda Doleshal

Ehrissa Salice

Mirafe Dela Cruz

Michelle Bautista

Hygienist

Tonielle Ferrer

Dental Assistant

Denisse Juarez

Patient Experience Specialist

Heather Wenzl

Patient Experience Specialist

Meet Our Dental Residents

Paul Asaad

Resident

Keaton Sacry

Resident

Eilkay Samadi

Resident

Dr. Matthew ThackerAEGD Program Director, General Dentist

Dr. Alice ChenAssociate Professor, Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Helpis KyrillosAssistant Professor, General Dentist

Alma BatizDental Assistant

Tammy GibsonDental Assistant

Neda KhosrowmaneshDental Assistant

Linda DoleshalSterilization Specialist

Rehya CorralPatient Experience Specialist

Dr. Paul Assad AEGD Resident – 2024

Dr. Keaton SacryAEGD Resident – 2024

Dr. Eilkay SamadiAEGD Resident – 2024

James M. Broadbent, DDS, MS Associate Professor of Dental Medicine

Prashanti Bollu, MBA, MS, DMDProgram Director, Associate Professor of Dental Medicine, AEODO/MBA Program

Dr. Matthew Thacker
AEGD Program Director, General Dentist

Dr. Alice Chen
Associate Professor, Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Helpis Kyrillos
Assistant Professor, General Dentist

Alma Batiz
Dental Assistant

Tammy Gibson
Dental Assistant

Neda Khosrowmanesh
Dental Assistant

Linda Doleshal
Sterilization Specialist

Rehya Corral
Patient Experience Specialist

Dr. Paul Assad
AEGD Resident – 2024

Dr. Keaton Sacry
AEGD Resident – 2024

Dr. Eilkay Samadi
AEGD Resident – 2024

James M. Broadbent, DDS, MS
Associate Professor of Dental Medicine

Prashanti Bollu, MBA, MS, DMD
Program Director, Associate Professor of Dental Medicine, AEODO/MBA Program