Meet Your Team

Jeff Wyard, Office Manager

Jeff served four years in the United States Marine Corps as an Explosive Ordinance & Disposal Technician. After completing his four-year tour in Okinawa, Japan, he moved to Indianapolis where he started his dental career as an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant.

After living on Long Island for a time, Jeff decided to make the move to New York City. He enjoys the reverse commute and living the "big city" lifestyle. He also loves traveling and spending time outdoors…biking, mountain climbing, and snowboarding.

Debbie Cardillo, Dental Hygienist

Debbie has worked for Dr. Paschkes since graduating as a Dental Hygienist from State University of New York at Farmingdale. She went on to earn her Bachelor of Science degree, and she continues to attend continuing education in dentistry. She is certified to administer and monitor local infiltration anesthesia and nitrous oxide in our practice.

Debbie and her husband, Charlie, have six sons — Chris, Craig, Chad, Curt, Connor, and Casey. Debbie enjoys attending her sons' sporting events, jogging, baking, and reading.

Kirsten Switter, Dental Hygienist

Kirsten was born in New York and raised in Liberia until age 10. She graduated with honors from State University of New York at Farmingdale and joined our team shortly thereafter. She is certified to administer and monitor local infiltration anesthesia and nitrous oxide in our practice.

Outside of the office, Kirsten enjoys her summers at the beach.

Kathleen Amodeo, Dental Hygienist

Kathleen received her Associate's Degree from New York City Technical College in Brooklyn, New York. Her experience in a periodontal office and her extensive training in dental implant surgery is invaluable to our team. She is certified to administer and monitor local infiltration anesthesia and nitrous oxide in our practice.

Kathleen is a "soccer mom" to daughter, Nicolette. She enjoys dancing, reading, and spending time with her daughter and friends.

Marybeth Lott, Scheduling Coordinator

Marybeth brings extensive dental experience to our team, having practiced in the Five Towns area as a dental business administrator. She is ready to answer any patients' questions about planning for their dental care and fitting it into their lives.

Recently moving to Massapequa, Marybeth enjoys the beach, reading a good book, sunsets, and dining in fine restaurants. Then, there is Lola...her cute and cuddly English bulldog.

Keri McCarthy, Scheduling Coordinator

Born and raised on Long Island, Keri graduated from State University of New York at Stony Brook. She has experience as a dental assistant and a scheduling coordinator and is skilled at helping you fit your dental treatment into your busy life.

Keri currently lives in Farmingdale with her son, Thomas. She enjoys music, movies, and taking photographs. When she's not working, Keri loves spending time with her son and extended family.

Angela Fucito, Scheduling Coordinator

Angela has experience as both a chair side dental assistant and as a business administrator. Her experience and knowledge is key in helping patients understand and schedule their dental treatments.

Angela grew up in Ozone Park and just recently moved out east on Long Island. She and her husband, Joe, enjoy spending time with their daughter, Valentina, and playing with their yorkie, Cheech.

Suzy Mourad, Scheduling Coordinator

Suzy graduated with a Bachelors degree in Biology from Queens College. Already possessing both clinical and administrative experience in dentistry, she immediately began her career. Her smile and friendly demeanor make patients feel at home when they enter the office.

Suzy currently lives in Roslyn Heights. When not working, she enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending all of her summer days at the beach.

Michelle Y. Munoz, Dental Assistant

Michelle was born in the Bronx and moved to West Hempstead, ultimately graduating from West Hempstead High School. She received her training in dental assisting from Nassau Tech B.O.C.E.S. before joining our dental team.

Michelle enjoys spending every minute of spare time with her family and long summer days at the beach.

Michelle Grieci, Dental Assistant

Michelle grew up in Oceanside, New York and graduated from Baldwin High School. As a Dental Assistant, she enjoys providing patients of all ages with advanced treatments that transform both their smiles and their lives!

Michelle enjoys dinners out with her husband, Angelo, Broadway shows, aquariums, and rollerblading.

Marie Ryan, Dental Assistant

Marie brings significant experience in dental assisting to our team. In fact, she was once trusted to make customized mouth guards for the New York Islanders. As a Dental Assistant, Marie works with the doctors to provide our patients with advanced, comfortable dental treatments.

Denise Garcia, Dental Assistant

Denise's genuine interest in people and dentistry led her to a career as a Dental Assistant. Denise grew up near Washington, D.C. and has lived in San Francisco and Costa Rica. An avid dog lover, Denise has two min-pins named Red and Bambi. When she's not keeping up with her high-energy pets, she enjoys shopping, shoes, sushi, and spending time with friends.

Patti Witzgall, Dental Assistant

Patti's years of experience in working closely with patients makes her a calming influence, as well as a wonderful information source during dental treatments.

Patti was born and raised on Long Island and lives in West Islip with her husband and two young children, Jessica and Gavin. Always busy with school activities and work, they enjoy their time together biking, beaching, hiking, and being outdoors.