Orthodontist in Northfield, Marmora, and Margate, NJ (New Jersey) Mathew D. Finkelson, DMD, MMSc, Finkelson Orthodontics

Rebecca Brown CDA, RDA, Practice Administrator / Treatment Coordinator

Duties:
Treatment presentations, clinical assisting, community projects, and assisting Dr. Finkelson with administrative tasks.

With Dr. Finkelson since:
1999

Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson:
He is a constant mentor and gives sound guidance.

Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics:
The energetic and upbeat atmosphere.

Favorite thing about my job:
The daily interaction with many different types of people.

Native of:
Port Republic, NJ

Has lived in:
Absecon, NJ since 2005

Leisure activities:
I enjoy many water-based activities such as riding my Sea-Doo, waterskiing, fishing,
boating and going to the beach. In addition to outdoor fun, I enjoy shopping, movies and
most of all laughing with friends and family.

Duties:
Appointment coordination, preparation of charts and contracts, accounts receivable, various administrative functions and providing superior service to our patients and families.

With Dr. Finkelson since:
2002

Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson:
Dr. Finkelson provides a fun atmosphere for the staff and patients, and is a very genuine, caring person.

Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics:
The relationships between our patients and ourselves that grow during treatment and last far after.

Favorite thing about my job:
Meeting new patients and watching their self-esteem and confidence grow as their
beautiful new smiles develop.

Native of:
Reading, PA

Has lived in:
South Jersey since 1974 and Mays Landing since 2004.

Family Members:
Danielle (daughter, 23) and Bill (son, 17)

Leisure activities:
Retired racing greyhound rescue, gardening, fishing, music, traveling, reading, and
caring for my 10 dogs, 2 cats and lovebird. I also enjoy everything and anything to do
with my children.

Additional Information:
Adoption Representative for Greyhound Friends, Inc.

Duties:
Interacting with patients and their families with superior customer service, assuring appointments are scheduled and kept in an appropriate manner. Joy also keeps our patient data current and helps to provide a fun, warm experience for our patients and their families throughout their orthodontic experience.

Has worked in the field of orthodontics since:
1999

With Dr. Finkelson since:
2005

Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson:
Dr. Finkelson is very honest and accessible to his staff. Our office is fun and we laugh a lot.

Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics:
Transforming a patient's life. At the conclusion of treatment we have created a
great smile!

Favorite thing about my job:
Meeting our patients and observing their confidence and self-esteem grow during
their treatment.

Native of:
Ocean City, NJ

Has lived in:
Ocean City since 1968

Family Members:
Lisa (daughter), Joey (son), Chris (son), Kelly (daughter), Christa (granddaughter),
and Gabriella (granddaughter)

Leisure activities:
Summer days at the beach, boating, fishing. Spending quality time with my family,
especially my granddaughters Christa and Gabriella. I also enjoy traveling.

Duties:
Insurance verifications, patient appointment tracking, inventory control, school bonds and other promotional programs, and patient account finances.

Has worked in the field of orthodontics since:
1999

With Dr. Finkelson since:
1999

Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson:
His concern for our patients/families.

Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics:
Transformation of lives and smiles!

Favorite thing about my job:
Interacting with patients and families. Assisting patients/families in the utilization
of their benefit programs.

Native of:
South Jersey

Has lived in:
Margate since 1995

Family Members:
Charles (husband), Jeremy (son, 22) and Mathew (son, 20)

Leisure activities:
Playing Mah Jong, reading, exercising ,golf and spending time at the beach.

Additional Information:
I have been in the Human Resources/Personnel area for over 30 years, and have an
extensive background in employee benefits. I also have a double major in business and
psychology from Marietta College.

Duties:
All aspects of orthodontics, chairside assisting and related responsibilities.

Has worked in the field of orthodontics since:
2002

With Dr. Finkelson since:
2002

Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson:
His wit, humor, patience and enthusiasm.

Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics:
Interesting cases and getting to know patients.

Favorite thing about my job:
Having a great team to work with and a great doctor as well. I also enjoy being able to
talk with patients and get to know their lives.

Native of:
Williamstown, NJ

Has lived in:
Egg Harbor Township since 2002

Family Members:
Bill (husband, 49), Shawn (son, 24), Jason (son, 21) and Drew (son, 18)

Leisure activities:
Gardening, working out/exercise, crafts (painting, sewing, etc), baking, cooking.

Duties:
All aspects of orthodontics, chairside assisting and related responsibilities.

Has worked in the field of orthodontics since:
1985

With Dr. Finkelson since:
1993

Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson:
Professional, fun, pleasant.

Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics:
Seeing a finished smile that I helped create!

Favorite thing about my job:
The mechanical aspect of orthodontics, and laughing with my coworkers.

Native of:
Philadelphia, PA

Has lived in:
Galloway, NJ since 1991

Family Members:
Keith (husband, 49) and Keith Thomas (son, 20)

Leisure activities:
Going to the beach, walking, quilting, shopping, and visiting with friends and family.

Additional Information:
I love designing things, quilting, collecting small old toys, you can always find me in a
bookstore looking for "How to" books!

Duties:
Sterilization of all instruments utilized in practice, and maintaining orderliness of clinical area.

Has worked in the field of orthodontics since:
2004

With Dr. Finkelson since:
2004

Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson:
Easy-going, fun, and respects his employees.

Favorite thing about my job:
The people I work with.

Native of:
Margate, NJ

Has lived in:
Margate since 1980

Family Members:
Ron (husband, 52), Ashley (daughter, 14), and Brandon (son, 18)

Leisure activities:
I enjoy running, being with my children and husband, and going to the gym.

Finding opportunities to promote orthodontic
education as well as sponsor and promote
positive community programs and events.

With Dr. Finkelson since:
Spring 2008

Favorite thing about Dr. Finkelson:
His genuine concern for his patients as well
as his sense of humor. He understands
the orthodontic experience and is therefore
reassuring and comforting.

Favortie thing about my job:
Spreading Dr. Finkelson's commitment
to his community into the community.

Native of:
Chicago, IL

Has lived in:
Maryland, Boston, and Los Angeles.

Family Members:
Mark (husband), Mason (son, 7), Alice (daughter, 5), plus dog Sofi and
cat Sammy.

Leisure Activities:
The beach, biking and tennis.

Additional Information:
Write short stories and screenplays in my spare time!

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