Paloma – Treatment Coordinator
Favorite Song: Follow the Sun by Xavier Rudd
Her Pet: Rico (chihuahua rescued in 1/2020)
Favorite Food: Sushi, brazilian feijoada
Hobby: yoga, dance, spending time with family and friends
Paloma moved her from Brazil in 2016 (to be an au pair). She speaks Portuguese and English
Lenna – Lead Clinical Assistant
Favorite Song: Dancing Queen by Abba
Favorite Food: Thai, the red curry chicken
Hobby: Tennis, gardening
Dream Goal: To travel the world to all of the tennis majors
Lenna is originally from Denmark
Monica – Clinical Assistant
Pets: Jack and Clarabelle. She rescued them from a shelter
Favorite Food: Vietnamese, sushi and Thai
Hobby: Listening to suspenseful podcasts late at night. Cooking, baking and organizing her home when she has free time
Monica lived in Mexico for 6 years and is fluent in Spanish. She has been an RDA since 1989 and an ortho assistant since 1991. She has two grown kids and a beautiful granddaughter. She loves to spend time laughing with friends and family
Annalisa – Scheduling Coordinator
Favorite Food: Anything Italian
Hobby: Dancing, running, traveling, and spending time with friends and family
Dream Goal: To become a Healthcare lawyer
Favorite Song: Currently, George Strait “Here for a Good Time”
Fun Fact: I have been on multiple Mission trips to Mexico and one to Poland
Destiny – Clinical Assistant
Favorite Food: Sushi and Tacos
Hobby: Photography, arts and crafts
Pets: 3 dogs: Kodak, Mimi and Mamba
Stephanie – Sterilization Coordinator
Favorite Food: Sushi
Hobby: Reading & scrapbooking
Favorite Song: Champagne Coast- Blood Orange
Additional info: College student currently completing AA in Science
Emma – Sterilization Coordinator
Favorite Food: Pasta
Hobby: Painting
Pets: 2 dogs, 3 cats, and 1 chicken
Favorite Song: Valerie by Amy Winehouse
Additional info: I’ve played tennis for 15 years!
Sabrina – Sterilization Coordinator
Favorite Food: Pho
Hobby: Reading, crafting, and cooking
Pets: 3 dogs
Favorite Song: Anything from the 80’s
Fun Fact: Won Axe Throwing Contest
Angel – Financial Coordinator
Favorite Food: Spaghetti
Hobby: Reading books and visiting coffee shops
Favorite Song: “Your Song” by Elton John
Additional info: I have a passion for traveling and immersing myself in diverse cultures.
Meet the heart of SHO Orthodontics, our dedicated team led by Dr. Shannon Hilgers Nissen. We are proud to offer compassionate state-of-the-Art Orthodontic Care. Each team member plays a vital role in delivering the best orthodontic care. We work together to create a comfortable, caring, and fun experience for you and your family. Whether it’s guiding you through treatment, managing your appointments, or ensuring a smooth visit, we are here to make your orthodontic journey seamless and enjoyable.
