Meet the Team
Instructors & Doctors
The best education comes from having the best teachers.
We know a thing or two about dentistry. The dental assisting school was founded by Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics (CPDO), formed by a group of dentists with the mission to provide quality dental care. They, along with a several other general and pediatric dentists, come from all walks of life to bring you the best dental knowledge and discipline you’ll find in Tennessee.
However, being a great instructor comes with its own set of skills. Our teachers have worked and gathered experience from a variety of dental practices, and have trained and instructed many other dental assistants. They have trained some of the best in the field, and now they’re ready to teach you!
Jack Stalker, DDS
Clinical Director, Partner
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Jack Stalker is a native Tennessean raised in Knoxville. After four years of college at Carson Newman College in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, Dr. Jack attended dental school at the University of Tennessee, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Realizing his enjoyment of working with children, he elected to train for two additional years in pediatric dentistry. He holds a certificate in pediatric dentistry and a master’s degree in science from the University of Texas. Dr Jack worked in a large group practice in Atlanta before moving to Nashville and becoming a co-founder of Cumberland in 2012.
Dr. Jack received advanced training in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral disease, as well as the treatment of children under general anesthesia, oral conscious sedation, and use of nitrous oxide. He has received certification in PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), and CPR. Dr Jack is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the Tennessee Dental Association. In his spare time, Dr Jack cheers for both the Tennessee Vols and Tennessee Titans. He also enjoys flying, cooking, and spending time with his wife Ginny and their family.
Lori Hoge
Clinical Instructor
Dental Assistant
“l am a mom or two very busy, sports-loving boys and I have been married to my wonderfully supportive husband for 13 years in August. In our free time we love to get outdoors and attend just about any sports event (roll tide!).
With nearly 20 years experience in the field of dental, my passion for all thing dentistry has only grown. Having worked in most dental specialties, I have come to realize that I love the role of instructor the most. Working in the classroom not only allows me the opportunity to share my enthusiasm with the next generation of dental experts, but to also stay up to date on the most recent advances in this amazing field.”
Who You Will Also Meet...
Dr. Brent Miller, DDS
Dr. Pete Wojtkiewicz, DMD
Dr. Jennifer House, DMD
Dr. Jack Stalker, DDS
Dr. Felix Vincent, DDS
Dr. Chastity Rucker, DDS
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