The brief descriptions below are designed to familiarize you with our staff's training, professional credentials and work experience.

• James Bertini, DDS
• Peter J. Galdoni, DDS
• Shari Bertini
• Rita Spatuzza
• Shatha Droszcz
• Jenny Daleiden
• Valerie Dinglasan
• Doina Pirvu
• Leigh Ettling
• Kristine Korzun
   

James Bertini, DDS

Diploma: DDS, Loyola Dental School 1986-1990, BS, Loyola University, 1982-1986

Memberships: American Dental Association (ADA), Illinois State Dental Society (ISDS), Chicago Dental Society (CDS)

Upon graduation in 1990, I completed a 1 year general practice residency at North Chicago VA Hospital and Great Lakes Naval Base (1990-1991) Certificate received. I am married and have two children, Nicole and Danielle. I enjoy providing customized dentistry to my patients which includes dental implants. I look forward to meeting you and your family. My hobbies include hot rods and sports.
 

Peter J. Galdoni, DDS

Diploma: DDS, Loyola Dental School, BS, Marquette University

Memberships: American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Association, Chicago Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry.

I am married to Maureen and we have four boys and two dogs. My hobbies include music and sports. Professionally, my goal is to provide high quality, personalized dental care in accordance with my patients' needs and desires.
 

Shari Bertini
Office Manager

Diplomas: BA Loyola University, MA Concordia University, River Forest

My name is Shari. I have worked for Morton Grove Dental Associates since it opened in 1991, first as a Dental Assistant/Front Desk person and now as the Office Manager. I have a bachelors degree in education and a masters degree in curriculum and instruction. I taught Elementary Education for 4 years before starting our family. We have 2 girls, Nicole and Danielle. Nicole is at Northeastern Illinois University majoring in Elementary Education and Danielle is attending Maine South High School. We have lived in Park Ridge since 1999 and share our home with three dogs, Meko, Cookie and Lucy.
 

Rita Spatuzza
Dental Assistant

Diploma: Associates, Triton College

I am a certified dental assistant. I have been a dental assistant for over 16 years. I also have experience in different areas of dentistry, such as oral surgery, endodontics and periodontics. I recently received my certification in coronal polishing and sealants. I speak Spanish and Polish. I enjoy meeting new people and traveling.
 

 

Shatha Droszcz
Dental Assistant

Diploma: Medical Assisting, Robert Morris College.

I have been working as a dental assistant for 9 years. I also live in Morton Grove with my husband and our daughter and our dog. I recently received my certification for coronal polishing and sealants. I enjoy doing surgical placement of implants and restoring implants. On my time off I enjoy going to the health club with my daughter.

Jenny Daleiden
Dental Hygienist

Diploma: Kennedy-King/UIC Dental Hygiene Memberships: American Dental Hygienists Association

I earned an Associates Degree in Applies Sciences-Dental Hygiene. I am a registered Dental Hygienist with certification to administer local anesthetic and nitrous oxide. My main purpose as a dental hygienist is to instruct, educate, and guide my patients in proper oral health. Outside of the dental office, I go home to my husband, my baby boy and our dog, Shadow. When I'm not at work, I spend as much time as possible snuggling with my precious baby, learning to cook and decorating our home. I truly enjoy caring for my patients each day, and look forward to meeting new ones!

Valerie Dinglasan
Dental Hygienist

Diploma: Associates in Applied Sciences and Dental Hygiene

Member of the American Dental Hygienists Association. Certified to administer local anesthetics and nitrous oxide. As a dental hygienist my goal is to educate my patients and guide them to proper oral health. I have a wonderful husband, 2 beautiful girls and a dog. I enjoy what I do, love my patients and the people I work with.

Doina Pirvu
Dental Hygienist 

Leigh Ettling
Office Assistant

Diploma: BA, Northeastern Illinois University 2010

I first came to the office as a young patient. I am now working part-time. I graduated from Northeastern Illinois University in May 2010. I majored in health education.

Kristine Korzun
Office Assistant

I first experienced the office as a young patient. I was then hired to work full-time as a dental assistant and front desk person. Since getting married and having 2 children I now work part-time at the office. My husband and I have 2 children ages 6 and 4. We enjoy lots of time together including being in the outdoors, going fishing, and playing games.