Meet Our Team
Cindy Shaffer, Financial Coordinator/Dental Assistant
Cindy Shaffer is a dental assistant and has been with George Dental Associates since May 2001. She and her husband, Joe, live in McClellandtown, PA with their daughter Alaina.
Laura Hospodavis, Front Office Receptionist
Laura Hospodavis is the newest member of the George Dental Associates family, joining in January 2021. She and her husband Ron have three boys, Evan, Daniel, and Kyle.
Janine Collings, Dental Assistant
Janine Collings has been in the dental industry for 20+ years. She has practiced in both general dentistry and pediatric dentistry. She has been a part of the George Dental Associates, and Dr. Ashley’s assistant, for six years. She lives in Uniontown
Jessica Check, Registered Dental Hygienist
Jessica Check joined our team at George Dental Associates in 2014. She obtained her certificate in Dental Hygiene in 2002 and completed her Bachelor of Science degree in 2003 from the University of Pittsburgh. While practicing, Jessica strives to provide a comfortable and confident experience. She works with you on your dental concerns and provides the care needed for a healthy future. In her free time, she enjoys working out, being outdoors, and spending time with family and friends.
Tammie Miller, Dental Assistant
Tammie was born and raised in California. She has been in the dental field for 30+ years. Tammie has been a part of the George Dental Associates' team for over 23 years and is Dr. Mike's assistant. Tammie has two wonderful sons: Devin, who lives in Michigan with his fiancee Katie; and Brent, who lives in Uniontown with his wife, Shereece.
Whitney Kendall, Registered Dental Hygienist
Whitney Kendall was born and raised in Fairmont, West Virginia, along with her four siblings. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from West Virginia University in 2015. In her spare time she enjoys snowboarding, hiking, kayaking, traveling and hanging out with her family and friends.
Larissa Holloman, Registered Dental Hygienist
Larissa Holloman is a Uniontown native. She is a West Liberty University graduate, with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene. As a hygienist, Larissa strives to work alongside patients in a collaborative effort to help achieve not only a healthy, confident smile, but sustainable overall health. She is also very family oriented and loves to spend time with her family and fiancé Colby.
Diana Kotyuha, Dental Assistant
Diana Kotyuha joined the George Dental Family in October 2021 and is Dr. Ashley's assistant. Diana has been in the dental field since 2020. She lives in Carmichaels Pa where she helps raise ducks and chickens.