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MEET OUR TEAM

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The Village Dental Practice was opened in 2009 by Orla and is conveniently situated in the commuter town of Crossgar, between Downpatrick and Belfast.

We are committed to using the best materials for all treatment and staff regularly undertake professional development to ensure practices and procedures are correct and relevant.

DENTISTS

Get to Know Us

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DR ORLA MCCORMICK
(BDS)

Principal Dentist

Orla graduated from Glasgow University in 2002. She worked for five years in a large NHS practice in Glasgow before moving back to Northern Ireland. The next two and a half years were spent working in private practice in Donaghadee. As she is originally from Crossgar, Orla decided to return to her roots.

She gained vast experience in both NHS and private dentistry working in practices both in Glasgow and Northern Ireland. Originally from Crossgar, in July 2009 Orla opened the practice and enjoys the benefits of living and working in her local community.  Outside of working hours, Orla's time is spent enjoying her two lovely daughters.

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GDC No. 80522

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DR FIONA MCCLELLAND (BDS)

Associate Dentist

Fiona graduated from Newcastle University in 2012. Fiona worked in a large NHS practice in North Yorkshire before deciding to return home to her roots (Fiona is from Ballynahinch).

 

She has a special interest in young and nervous patients and is currently a member of SAAD (The society for the Advancement of Anaesthetic in Dentistry).

 

GDC No. 228074

DR EMILY HOWARD
(BDS Hons PGDIP)

Associate Dentist

Emily graduated with honours from Queens University, Belfast in 2022 with significant academic achievements and upon completing her foundation training remained in Northern Ireland working in a busy practice in Portadown.

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Since joining the team, Emily has gained a Diploma in Primary Care.

 

Emily is very passionate about dentistry and continues to develop her skills, continually striving to increase her knowledge and experience. 

 

GDC No. 301946

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NURSES AND SUPPORT

Receptionist

JOAN DICKSON

Joan started in 2009 and is married with three grown up children. Joan loves playing and watching golf and is a past Lady Captain of Crossgar Golf Club. She enjoys meeting up with old friends and walking her two dogs Ronnie & Tommy with her husband John. 

Nurse

SANDRA RAFFERTY - BDN GDC: 134495

Sandra qualified as a dental nurse in 2003. Originally from Cork, she joined the practice in 2009. When she is not working she enjoys walking and travelling the world with friends. She is a keen reader, animal lover and painter.

Nurse

TONI  WALKER 

Toni was welcomed to the practice in May 2022 and is progressing through her dental nurse training. 

Nurse

CATHERINE HANVEY BDN GDC: 266358

Catherine joined the practice in 2013 and qualified as a dental nurse in 2016. She has two beautiful children with whom she enjoys walking and baking. She also enjoys walking with her partner.

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