Meet Our Team

Dr. Chong Shao was born and raised in Beijing, China and immigrated to the United States with his parents in 1998. He grew up in Iowa City, Iowa supporting the Iowa Hawkeyes and eventually completed his undergraduate and graduate education at the University of Iowa. Read more >

Dr. Katie Nagel was born and raised in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She graduated from Xavier High School and went on to Mount Mercy College, where she graduated with a degree in Biology. Read more >

Tasha was born and raised in Anamosa and it’s where she and her husband, Ross, are raising their two daughters: Lexah and Olivia. She attended Kirkwood Community College in 1997 where she received her Associate degree in dental assisting. She later attended NICC where she received her dental assisting expanded function certificate.
Tasha began working for Shao Family Dental as a dental assistant in 1999 (then called Warner Family Dentistry) before applying her knowledge and skills and transitioning to the front office.
When not working Tasha enjoys cheering on the Anamosa Raiders and Iowa Hawkeyes. She and her family can often be found golfing at Fawn Creek Country Club. Tasha enjoys being able to form long lasting relationships with patients and helping them have excellent dental experiences.

Beth graduated from Kirkwood Community College in 1998 with an associate degree in dental assisting and received her dental assisting expanded function certificate from NICC in 2005. She enjoys helping patients understand and utilize their dental insurance. Her main goal is to make sure our patients receive a positive dental experience.

Beth has lived in Monticello her entire life. She and her husband, Dean, have 3 kids: Kelsey, Reese and Kyle. Dean and Beth co-own two local businesses: Kardes and The Jitney. She enjoys kayaking on the Maquoketa River, hiking on all the local trails and spending time with her family.

Braidee is a proud Anamosa native with a strong connection to community and the outdoors. A graduate of Anamosa High School, she brings a grounded, hard-working attitude to everything she does. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending summer days outside in her garden and going to all the county fairs, making the most of Iowa’s warm months.

Braidee shares her life with her fiancé, her dog Ace, and a flock of backyard chickens—adding joy and a little adventure to everyday life. With a strong sense of balance between work and personal passions, she brings authenticity, reliability, and a down-to-earth perspective to every endeavor.

Taylor was born and raised in Anamosa. She graduated from Kirkwood Community College in 2021 with an Associates in Liberal Arts. She is currently working on getting her Bachelors in Business Administration. Outside of here, you can usually find Taylor working at Prairie Moon on Main, side-by-siding through the trails, golfing, or spending time with her big crew of family and friends—usually with a drink in hand and a good story to share. She’s all about fun, connection, and making the most of every moment.

Heather was born and raised in Dubuque, Iowa. She graduated from Kirkwood Community College with an associate degree in dental hygiene and has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2016. Heather enjoys educating her patients in the importance of oral hygiene and loves getting to know her patients on a personal level.

Heather lives in Cascade, Iowa with her husband, Curt, their daughter Savannah and their puppy, Moo Moo. She enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Lynsey grew up on a farm north of Mechanicsville, Iowa. She graduated from Kirkwood Community College with associate of applied science degrees in dental assisting and dental hygiene. She has been a registered dental hygienist since 2015. She loves helping our patients improve their oral health and enjoys making a personal connection with patients.

Lynsey lives in Amber, Iowa with her husband, Tony, and their three boys: Donovan, Colt and AJ. She enjoys spending time with family, friends and her two Boston Terriers, Scout and Jersey.

Holly has been a licensed dental hygienist with over 15 years of experience, dedicated to helping patients feel comfortable and confident in their oral health. Holly graduated from dental hygiene school in 2009 and have been passionate about providing gentle, thorough care ever since. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with my family and keeping life balanced and grounded.

Taylor graduated with an associate degree of applied science in dental hygiene from Hawkeye Community College.  She has been a registered dental hygienist since 2017.  She loves helping patients improve their dental health and achieve a smile they can wear with confidence.  Taylor and her husband Tyler both grew up in the Strawberry Point area and currently reside in Manchester with their young daughter and beloved senior dog.  She enjoys reading, tv & films, watching hockey, nature walks, and spending time with family.

Molly grew up in Mt.Pleasant,Ia.  Graduated Dental Hygiene from Hawkeye Community College.  She returned to Mt. Pleasant to work for 2 years before moving up to the Cedar Rapids area.

She and her husband Kyle live in Marion, they have 3 children, Drew (20), Maria (18)and Jack(17).  Also one dog- Toby.

Kyle is employed at Collins Aerospace.

Molly enjoys being active.  Riding bikes, walking her dog.  She cheers for the Iowa Hawkeyes!!  When free she’s spending time with family, friends and neighbors. 

Colleen was born and raised in Anamosa. She graduated from Kirkwood Community College with her associate degree in dental assisting in 2001 and her expanded function certificate in 2016. Colleen enjoys working alongside the doctors to provide education and great dental care to all our patients.

Colleen and her husband, Kyle, raise their two children, Ashtyn and Ryker, along with their two dogs, Copper and Lacy, in Anamosa, Iowa. In her free time Colleen enjoys watching her daughter dance with KM Dance Company, golfing and doing home improvement projects.

Emily graduated from Kirkwood Community College with her associates degree in dental assisting in 2014 and her dental assisting expanded function certificate in 2020. She loves dentistry because it is a profession which helps people stay healthy and feel good about themselves.

Her free time is spent with her husband, Tyler, their three children, Adriana, Kellan and Elaina and their two dogs. In the summertime she enjoys taking her children to the park, swimming and boating.

Hi, I’m Ellie! I was born and raised in Anamosa. After graduating high school I attended Minnesota State University, where I obtained a bachelor’s degree in Public Health and also played four years of softball. Now, I am the varsity softball coach for Anamosa High School. Coaching in my hometown is something I am passionate about, and enjoy giving back to the community that helped shape me. Outside of coaching and my professional interests, I’m a proud aunt of two nephews and one niece.