Meet the Staff

Aileen, Appointment Coordinator

I handle all the front office responsibilities, meeting and greeting all new patients. I have worked in the field of orthodontics with Dr. Berger since 2000. Orthodontics gives me a chance to meet great people and watch their smiles grow. I like being involved with administrating care through a patient's treatment. The thing I like about working with Dr. Berger is that he is an excellent orthodontist and takes great pride in his work. I am a native of Guam and have lived in South Bay since 1981. When I'm not at work I like to spend time with friends, my husband Eric and our son Broden and daughter Gisele.

Susana, Appointment Coordinator

I handle all office duties and patient coordination. I have worked with Dr. Berger since 1999. He is a nice guy and a great boss. The thing I like best about orthodontics is meeting people. I like that my job has a lot of variety that keeps me busy and is very rewarding. I am a native of California and have lived in South Bay since 1998. When I'm not working I like to read and watch movies.

Patricia, Insurance Coordinator

My duties include billing insurance claims and coordinating benefits. I've worked with Dr. Berger since 1997. The thing I like best about my job is working with great co-workers and patients. It is rewarding to assist with great smiles. I'm a California native and have lived in Torrance since 1959. In my spare time I like to camp, knit, create mosaics, read and go to the beach. I love babysitting my grandkids Jenna, Justin and Aaron. My husband, Larry and I travel to NASCAR races. I also travel with his band "The Vipers."

Angie, Treatment Coordinator

I have worked in the field of orthodontics since 1994 and I joined Dr. Berger in 1999. I handle new patient consultations and marketing. The thing I like best about working with Dr. Berger is that he's an excellent orthodontist and a really great guy! My favorite thing about orthodontics is making beautiful smiles and getting to meet really neat people from all walks of life. I'm a native of Birmingham, England and have lived in South Bay since 1996. When I'm not at work I travel, read or go horseback riding. My husband and I have three beautiful feline children, Tink, Demee and Frankie.

Bobbie, R.D.A.

I love the art of orthodontics and have worked in the field since 1976. I've worked with Dr. Berger since 1994. My duties include lab work and dental assisting. What I like about Dr. Berger is that he's a great person to work with and takes care of his patients like they were his family. I like to watch a crooked smile become a beautiful smile. I am a California native and have lived in South Bay forever. I have a daughter, Catherine. In my spare time I like to sing, travel and go golfing.

Christy, R.D.A.

My duties include dental assisting and helping out at the front desk. I have worked in the field of orthodontics since 1986 and joined Dr. Berger in 2001. My favorite thing about orthodontics is seeing the beautiful end results. What I like about Dr. Berger is that he cares about all his patients. My favorite thing about my job is getting to work with people. I have lived in South Bay for 36 years. When I'm not at work I enjoy being with family and friends and traveling.

Lila, R.D.A.

My duties include dental assisting, lab work and light front office work. I have been in orthodontics since 1989 and joined Dr. Berger in 1994. I like to make people happy with their beautiful new smile. What I like about working for Dr. Berger is that he is a perfectionist and cares a lot for people. I like my job because I can socialize and create a bond with patients, especially the ages I work with. I am a native of Afghanistan and have lived in South Bay since 1986. My husband Omar and I have two sons, Ahmad and Ali. In my spare time I like writing, reading and spending time with family.

Tawny, R.D.A

My duties include dental assisting and taking care of stock. I have been in the field of orthodontics since 1999 and joined Dr. Berger in 2002. What I like about working with Dr. Berger is that he gives us our independence and trusts our judgment. It's great to give people nice smiles. I like working with kids and seeing them happy. I am a native of Birmingham, Alabama and have lived in South Bay since 2000. When I'm not at work I like going shopping and watching the Lakers.

Jeffrey Berger, DMD