THE KRUPP CENTER

Courtney Schnell

Practice Manager, CMAA

Courtney has 18 years of experience establishing relationships with our patients and doctors, providing a wide range of patient care, from scheduling appointments to resolving claims and predetermining benefits with insurance plans.

In addition to managing the practice’s daily operations, Courtney coordinates Dr. Krupp’s speaking engagements and lectures when he is invited to share his expertise and knowledge nationally with colleagues.

Tricia Ray

QDA, DRT, Surgical Assistant

Tricia Ray has been an oral surgery assistant for 18 years, 6 of which have been with Dr. Krupp. Her credentials are QDA and DRT. She not only has experience in oral surgery but has spent time in the general dentistry field too.

Tricia’s comprehensive experience and perspective allow her to easily understand implants and prosthetics and how they relate to one another to explain procedures to her patients in plain language. She is a mother and grandmother and enjoys her family life and profession.

Katy Nedyalkova

FGDDS / DRT

Katy graduated from dental school in Bulgaria and practiced dentistry for several years. She then decided to make a life change and move to the United States, where she spent her first years with her family on the beautiful Island of Nantucket.

In 2007 she moved to Maryland to enjoy milder winters. She now works with Dr. Krupp in all aspects of patient care and surgical assisting, from consultations and follow-ups to planning treatment and surgical procedures. She is a BDA and ADA member, Maryland certified DRT, and an AAOMS anesthesia certified assistant. Katy states, “Working here is an amazing experience. I do believe that dentistry makes changes in people’s lives, and that is our goal – to help our patients to improve their life!”  

SAMANTHA FLEET

BBM

Samantha is a native resident of Maryland. She attended college at Wilmington University, receiving her bachelor’s degree in Business Management in 2008. She started working in the dental field while attending college and enjoyed it so much that she continued after graduation.

She has worked in the oral surgery specialty since 2011 but started her career earlier in general dentistry. She focuses primarily on insurance claims, benefits, patient finances and enjoys everyday patient communications. She is happily married and is a mom to one daughter.

TAMARA SHVETS

DRT

Born and raised in Kyiv, Ukraine, Tamara Shvets attended college at Kyiv University of Culture and Art, receiving her master’s degree in arts and education with a concentration in psychology, counseling, and social work.
In 1992, Tamara moved to the United States and, in 1993, attended Baltimore Hebrew University, where she completed a course in the foundation of modern computer culture.
Tamara then attended Baltimore City Community College, where she obtained certification in child daycare. From there, Tamara started her dental career in general dentistry and then, in 1995, transitioned to oral surgery. At that point, Tamara obtained her certification in dental radiology from Baltimore City Community College. 

DIANA FINN

QDA, DRT

Diana holds a license as a Qualified Dental Assistant and Dental Radiation Technician with over 27 years of dental experience. Her knowledge of dental procedures and excellent communication skills enable her to propose treatment options to our clients.

She works closely with referring doctors in educating their teams to help them provide the same service to their patients. She takes great pride in being part of a team that offers the best surgical and non-surgical treatment options and care for the entire Baltimore and surrounding counties.

AMANDA HALLIHAN

DRT

Amanda holds a Dental Radiation Technician license with over 18 years of experience. Her knowledge of dental procedures helps her perform her job at the Krupp Center excellently.

Her years of experience and knowledge with all parts of the office, including insurance and pre-and post-op care, gives her the ability to provide the patient with the best experience possible here at Krupp Center. She sees every day at work as an opportunity to make someone’s day a little brighter and, in most cases, lift their self-esteem.

Amanda enjoys being a mom to two wonderful boys. She likes to ride motorcycles and go to concerts in her free time.