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Meet the Staff
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Peter J. Miskovich D.D.S.
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Dr. Peter completed his pre-dental studies at
St. John's University and earned his Doctor
of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Minnesota in 2004. Peter has practiced
dentistry at Miskovich Dental Clinic since 2004 and is a graduate of The Dawson Academy and the Misch International Implant Institute.
Education
- Graduate of Grand Rapids Senior High School - 1995
- B.A. Biology, St. John's University - 1999 Collegeville, MN
- D.D.S., University of Minnesota School of Dentistry - 2004 Minneapolis, MN
- Awarded Irwin A. Epstein Award for Excellence in Endodontics
- Graduate of The Dawson Academy - 2009
- Graduate of the Misch International Implant Institute - 2009
Professional Organizations
- American Dental Association
- Minnesota Dental Association
- Northeastern District Dental Society - Current member of executive council
- Itasca Dental Society - Treasurer
- Courtesy Dental Staff, Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital
Volunteer and Community Involvement
- Grand Rapids Gun Club member - Skeet League
- St. Joseph's Catholic Church - Current member of the Pastoral Council
- Grand Rapids Star of the North Lions Club
- Grand Rapids Park and Recreation Board Member
- Youth Hockey Coach
 "I enjoy all aspects of my profession and I am honored and privileged to practice in the
field of dentistry. I thoroughly value the interactions I have with my patients. I also enjoy
working with peers within our area and the local dental association. Through my continuing
education at the Dawson Center for the Advancement of Dentistry, I persist in the enhancement
of my dental skills. I am grateful to have been able to return to Grand Rapids and practice with
by dad. I consider myself very lucky.
Outside the office I am very active in continuing education. I appreciate any opportunity
to discuss and learn from others in this profession. I also enjoy spending time with my
family, fishing, hunting, and shooting with friends at the Grand Rapids Gun Club. My wife Molly
and I are proud to be members of the Grand Rapids Community."
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Mike N. Miskovich D.D.S.
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Dr. Mike completed his pre-dental studies at St. John's University and earned his Doctor
of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Minnesota in 1976. Mike has practiced
dentistry at Miskovich Dental Clinic since 1976.
Education
- Greenway High School, Coleraine MN
- St. John's University - Bachelor of Science
- University of Minnesota - Doctor of Dental Surgery
- United States Dental Institute (Study of Orthodontics)
- 800 credits in continuing education in the practice of Dentistry
Professional Organizations
- Itasca Dental Society (Past President)
- Northeast Dental Society (Past President Executive Board)
- Minnesota Dental Association (Give Kids a Smile: Committee Member)
- University of Minnesota School of Dentistry (Clinical Instructor)
- Advisory Committee, Hibbing Community College, Dental Assisting (Past)
- Courtesy Dental Staff, Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital
- Duluth Dental Forum
Community
- Present - Itasca Family YMCA board
- Present - St. Joseph's Church Finance Council
- Past Chair - St. Joseph's Parish Council
- Past Board - St. Joseph's School
- Past Director - Grand Rapids Amateur Hockey Association
- Past Coach - Junior High Football & Pony League Coach
"I truly enjoy the practice of dentistry. Dentistry is an honorable profession
that encompasses integrity and compassion. I have the privilege and joy to practice with
my son, Dr. Peter Miskovich. He possesses a wealth of information with tremendous
skills. It also is an honor to practice with our staff who dedicate themselves to the ideals
of respect and the pursuit of knowledge in order to care for people.
Finally, we have had and continue to have wonderful patients to care for.
The aspects of dentistry I enjoy the most are these relationships in which we help people
attain the health they deserve in a manner that enhances their self-esteem.
My wife Elizabeth and I grew up in Northern Minnesota. We have lived in Grand
Rapids since 1976 and have raised five children. Elizabeth has been the hospital foundation
director for 14 years. She has made time between family and work to contribute to the
success of our practice in many ways.
I enjoy the outdoors fishing, hunting, and doing yard work at home and at the
cabin. My greatest love is spending time with my family - anywhere, anytime."
Dr. Mike Miskovich was the 2007 Midwinter Guest of honor recipient for the Northeastern District Dental Society. Click Here for the full article. (pdf)
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Michael B. Miskovich D.D.S.
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Dr. Michael completed his pre-dental studies at the University of Minnesota Duluth and earned his Doctor
of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Minnesota in 2009. Michael began practicing
dentistry at Miskovich Dental Clinic in June, 2009.
Education
- Graduate of Grand Rapids Senior High School - 1998
- B.S. in Biology and Chemistry Minor, University of Minnesota Duluth - 2003 Duluth, MN
- D.D.S., University of Minnesota School of Dentistry - 2009 Minneapolis, MN
Professional Organizations
- American Dental Association
- Minnesota Dental Association
- Northeastern District Dental Society
- Itasca Dental Society
"I feel privileged to be back home and thankful for the opportunity to practice dentistry."
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Richard L. Kronzer, D.D.S. - Specialty: Endodontics
Doctor of Dental Surgery- Specialty: Endontics
Dr. Richard earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Marquette University, served a Fellowship in Endodontics with the US Navy, and completed a two year graduate program in Endodontics at Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University. Richard is a retired Navy Captain, and he and wife Terri have eight children. He has been performing endodontic treatments at Miskovich Dental Clinic since 1984, and is available for Wednesday appointments.
Education
- BA from Marquette University
- DDS from Marquette University
- Fellowship in Endodontics, US Navy
- MA in Education, Pepperdine University
- 2 Year graduate program in Endodontics, Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University
- Retired Navy Captain
Professional Organizations
- American Dental Association
- Minnesota Dental Association
- Northeastern District Dental Society
- Minnesota Association of Endodontists
- American Association of Endodontists
- Duluth Dental Forum
- Military Officers' Association of America
- Naval Reserve Association
- U.S. Naval Institute
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Kim Breiwick R.D.A.
Registered Dental Assistant
Kimberly graduated and was advisor to the Dental Assistant Program in 1985-1986. She is a graduate of the T of L School of Massage.
Originally from Buffalo, Minnesota, Kim relocated to the Grand Rapids Area 7 years ago with her husband Tom. They have four children and four grandchildren. She loves gardening and collecting antiques. | |
Vicky Cochran R.D.A.
Registered Dental Assistant
Vicky took the Nurses Aid Program in high school and after graduating in 1975 , worked as an aide in nursing homes in South Carolina and Washington State. She moved to Minnesota in 1978 and took the Dental Assistant Program at HAVTI (now known as ITCC).
Vicky has been employed at Miskovich Dental Clinic since Jan 1980. For the first seven years she worked as a dental assistant and has been our front desk coordinator for the past 20 years. This involves answering the phone, scheduling appointments, making financial arrangements, and greeting patients as they arrive.
"I continue to keep up my dental assistant license by attending education classes for credentialing. I am a people person and love the interaction with patients."
She loves the outdoors, camping and fishing, deer hunting, motorcycling and bicycling, cooking and baking, but most of all spending time with her family and friends.
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Roxann Mathews R.D.H.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Roxann graduated from Hibbing Technical
College in 1990 and has worked as a hygienist for eight years. She graduated from Superior College
in 2003 and has been employed at Miskovich Dental Clinic for four years.
She enjoys four-wheeling, camping, fishing, and spending time with her family and friends.
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Molly Miskovich
Business Manager
Molly grew up in Grand Rapids. She graduated from Hamline University in St. Paul Minnesota with a double major in Economics and Management in 1999.
She started working with Miskovich Dental Clinic in 2006. Dr. Peter is her husband and they have 2 sons - Wyatt and Ryder.
Molly divides her time between working at home and in the dental office. In her free time she enjoys reading, walking, being outdoors and spending time with her friends and family.
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Valerie Rendle R.D.A.
Registered Dental Assistant
Valerie Rendle worked in retail for 24 years before embarking on a career change when she attended the Dental Assistant Program at Hibbing Community College. She has been employed at Miskovich Dental Clinic for four years.
"My favorite part of my work is meeting and creating relationships with the patients."
Valerie grew up, and has lived in Northern Minnesota most of her life. She enjoys summers at the lake, winters watching hockey games, and always spending time with her family and friends.
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Alice Rothstein R.D.H.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Alice attended the University of Minnesota Duluth for Dental Hygiene and graduated in 1974. She worked as an RDH in Thief River Falls from 1974-1977. She has been a part of Miskovich Dental Clinic since 1977.
Alice grew up in the small town of Grygla in Northwestern Minnesota. She is married with 4 children.
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Paula Sorenson R.D.A.
Registered Dental Assistant
Paula has been a registered dental assistant for 29 years at Miskovich Dental Clinic.
She is married, and has two daughters Andrea and Melissa. In her free time she enjoys running, camping, and shopping.
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Samantha Thompson
Registered Dental Assistant
Samantha has been working for Miskovich Dental Clinic 6 years.
She has three sons - Dylan, Ezra, and Beau.
Her hobbies include: camping, 4-Wheeling, and spending time with friends & family.
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Jessica Wright R.D.A.
Registered Dental Assistant
Jessica is the newest registered dental assistant at Miskovich Dental Clinic.
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