🦷Dr. Manuel Chavez🦷
Originally from the city of San Fernando just north of Los Angeles, Dr. Manuel Chavez attended The Bishop of Alemany Catholic High School. After graduation he entered California State University, Northridge majoring in Computer Science / Engineering. Upon deciding a career in health care was his future, he changed his major to pre-med science and graduated with a degree in biology.
Dr. Chavez applied to dental school and was accepted to the University of California at San Francisco. After receiving his Doctorate, Dr. Chavez was chosen for a General Practice Residency in Fresno at Valley Medical Center, now Central Regional Medical Center. Upon completion of his Residency, Dr. Chavez entered private practice in Visalia and Clovis, ultimately purchasing a practice in Fresno where he has been for the last 30 years.
Dr. Chavez is married to his high school sweetheart Rossanne, and together they have three boys; Nathan, Samuel, Thomas and grandson Jaxon. As a family, they love to attend sporting events, car shows, travelling to the coast, reading, going to the movies, and just relaxing at home.
Dr. Chavez is and has been a member of:
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry
American Academy of Implantology
American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
Fresno-Madera Dental Society
UCSF Dental Alumni Association
Front Office
🦷Sheri Lambrecht🦷
🦷Sheri Lambrecht🦷
🦷Sheri Lambrecht🦷
Sheri is one of the first faces patients see when they walk through our door. She has been with the practice 43 plus years. She has seen patients since they were young children and now they are bringing their young children in. Sheri attended Reedley College where she achieved her Dental Assisting Degree. When she joined the practice in 1974 she worked as a dental assistant for several years. She moved to the front desk when her two daughters started school. She enjoys spending time with her husband, daughters and their families. Especially her 4 grandchildren. She also enjoys baking and doing crafts.
🦷Tracie Bachman🦷
🦷Sheri Lambrecht🦷
🦷Sheri Lambrecht🦷
Tracie is happy to rejoin Dr. Chavez as Business Coordinator. She was previously employed with Dr. Chavez before she moved to the Bay Area. Tracie has returned to her hometown to spend time with her daughter and grandchildren. Tracie loves live music and entertaining.
🦷Nycea Apok🦷
🦷Sheri Lambrecht🦷
🦷Nycea Apok🦷
Nycea is from Fresno, CA. She has been working in the Dental field for 5 years now and loves it. She enjoys connecting with the patients and ensuring everyone is happy when they come in. On her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends and Kitties.
Back Office
🦷Jose Lopez, RDA🦷
Jose is from Fresno has been in the dental field for 9 years. He graduated from Kaplan college in 2015. Jose really enjoys the dental field and prides himself on making sure our patients receive the best care. On his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children.
Hygiene
🦷Judy Nesper, RDH🦷
🦷Judy Nesper, RDH🦷
🦷Judy Nesper, RDH🦷
Judy studied at Cabrillo College she graduated in 1970. Judy has been with Dr. Chavez since 1996. She enjoys being a Dental Hygienist and prides herself in being gentle yet thorough. She loves to spend her weekends with her husband and 5 grandchildren.
🦷Kim Morita, RDH🦷
🦷Judy Nesper, RDH🦷
🦷Judy Nesper, RDH🦷
Kim studied to be a dental assistant at Reedley College. After earning her RDA license she continued her education at Fresno City College, becoming a Hygienist in 1987. She has been a Hygienist for Dr. Chavez since 1996. Behind Kim’s smile is a person who enjoys getting to know her patients. Allowing her to give personal, quality care and attention. In her spare time, Kim enjoys many different types of art and crafts and playing her flute in several different musical groups. She also enjoys her weekend get aways with her husband Michael.
🦷Jadira Moreno, RDH🦷
🦷Jadira Moreno, RDH🦷
🦷Jadira Moreno, RDH🦷
Jadira was born and raised in Clovis , CA. She graduated from FCC's Dental Hygiene Program in 2018. Her favorite thing about being a Dental Hygienist is the connections she makes with her patients. Jadira grew up coming to Dr. Chavez and is happy to now be a Hygienist here.
🦷Nikki Vue, RDH🦷
🦷Jadira Moreno, RDH🦷
🦷Jadira Moreno, RDH🦷
Nikki is from Fresno, California. She attended Fresno State where she received a bachelor’s degree in Health Science in 2021. Soon after, she started the dental hygiene program at Fresno City College and graduated in 2023. She is happy to be a part of this office and enjoys helping her patients achieve optimal oral health through empowerment and education.
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