Dr. John T Mahoney, DDS - Meet the team

Meet the Team

	Chris Stroud, Office Manager / Expanded Duty Dental Assistant Chris has been with the office since March 1991. She began as the Receptionist and eventually became the Office Manager. In 1995. Chris completed the Office Manager program with Hollander Consultants in Portland, OR. She attended many management workshops, and completed other courses and symposiums with Hollanders to add to her training. As time went on she accumulated training as a dental assistant to understand all aspects of the office and better help team members and patients. Chris acquired her Dental Radiology Certificate in August 1996 from LSU School of Dentistry. In February 1997, she returned to LSU School of Dentistry for her Expanded Duty Dental Assistant Certificate. Chris’ number one past time is her faith and her family. She’s married to Darren Stroud since July 1987. They have one beautiful and precious daughter, who is truly a blessing from God, Abbey. They love to go camping with their dogs! She believes strongly in the saving faith that Christ has given to her, without that, she would not be the person she is today!
Samantha Stansbury, RDH(Registered Dental Hygienist) Sam graduated from LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans in 1998. Since 1998, she has been a member of the LDHA(Louisiana Dental Hygiene Association) and the ADDHA(Acadiana District Dental Hygiene Association). Sam is licensed to provide general anesthesia and administer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) when needed and is CPR Certified. Sam became a hygienist because she had previous dental experience in orthodontics for 7 years. She wanted to broaden her horizon and branch out into another part of dentistry. She’s a “hands on” person and loves helping others to improve their dental health. Sam volunteers throughout the year at various schools to educate children on the importance of good dental hygiene. Sam is married to Kenneth Stansbury, Jr since 1998 and is the mother of 3 children – Kaleb, Kennady and Karson. When she’s not doing dental hygiene, Sam says her life is all about her children (and a little shopping ).
	Brittney Landry, Expanded Duty Dental Assistant Brittney received her dental assisting certificate from Acadiana Area Career College in July 2003. She also receive a certificate in Dental Radiology, Universal Precautions and Infection Control. Brittney has been working with us since February 2004. Brittney is CPR certified and received her Expanded Duty Dental Assistant Certificate from LSU School of Dentistry in May of 2011. Brittney married Ty Landry in 2004 and they have 2 beautiful daughters, Hailey and Briley. Outside of the office, Brittney and her family enjoys going to the movies and spending time together with family and cooking.
Kathy Burch, Financial Coordinator/Expanded Duty Dental Assistant Kathy started with the office in May of 1995. Kathy had only basic dental knowledge and was quickly trained as a Dental Assistant by Dr. Mahoney. Kathy acquired her Dental Radiology Certificate in August of 1995 from LSU School of Dentistry. In February 1997, she returned to LSU School of Dentistry for her Expanded Duty Dental Assistant Certificate. After working in several different aspects of Dentistry, she currently serves as our Financial Coordinator and has been since 2007. She will be ther person you will meet with to go over your treatment plan and discuss your financial options. She has been married to Ellis Burch since December 1993. After 17 years of marriage, God chose to bless them with a beautiful baby boy they named Isaiah Michael. He is truly a blessing and a wonderful gift from God. Kathy enjoys worshipping God and attending church together as a family and also attending baseball and soccer games to cheer Isaiah on.
	Regina Boudreaux, Dental Assistant Gina became part of our dental family in August 2013. She graduated from high school in 2008. She received her certificate of Radiology from LSU in 2014. Gina received her training for Dental Assisting here in our office. Gina enjoys teaching dance, photography, anything outdoors, working with the elderly and working with the children and youth from her church.
Mary Boudreaux, Front Office Coordinator Mary initially started with us in July 2011. She left briefly to pursue her education in cosmetology. However the calling returned to her in September of 2017 and we pulled her back in. She received her dental x-ray certification at LSU School of Dentistry in April 2012. Patients enjoy her friendly smile and willingness to help and be compassionate. Mary is one of the smiling faces you'll see in the front office. She's always willing to lend a hand and an ear. If she doesn't know something, rest assured, she will find out. She's always the patient's advocate! Mary is happily married to Josh Boudreaux and they have 1 daughter, Annie.
	Lacy Rochon, Scheduling Coordinator Lacy Rochon is our Scheduling Coordinator. She first started working with us in July 2007. She took a break to raise her family and returned to us in September 2017. Her family includes her husband Ashley Rochon, 2 daughters Giuliana and Aurielle and 1 son - Elijah. Lacy is one of the first people you will encounter at our office. Her cheerful demeanor and experience with the office will definitely make you feel at home.
Ryean Hebert (Dental Hygienist) I was born and raised in New Iberia, Louisiana. I graduated from New Iberia Senior High in 2014 and graduated from LSU School of Dentistry on May 16, 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, as well as my dog Finn. I am getting married to my high school sweetheart in July of this year and could not be more excited! Caring for patient’s overall well being is my number one priority. I enjoy making patients feel comfortable in my chair in order for them to get the best dental experience possible.
	Bethany Florsheim, RDH (Registered Dental Hygienist) Bethany graduated Northeast Louisiana University in 1994. She is married and is the mother of 4, Payton, Isabelle, Riccardo (foster son), and Johnathan. She is a Former PTO president of Epiphany Day School, a Les Amis board member for NLE French Immersion, Former board member of the Arthritis Foundation (Acadiana Chapter), Volunteer LaMOM (Louisiana mission of Mercy) and a Special Olympics volunteer. She is licensed in the administration of nitrous oxide (laughing gas), as well as administering local anesthesia. In 2013, she graduated for Dale Carnegie Effective Communication. She brings cheerfulness and a high level of education as well as experience.