OUR Team
DR. HOLLANDER
Dentist
After graduating from Baylor University with a BA in Biology, Dr. Hollander received his DDS degree from
the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston. He has since accrued hundreds of hours of continuing
education in all aspects of cosmetic, general and sleep dentistry.
Following Dental School, Dr. Hollander moved to Kathmandu, Nepal, where his uncle was a dentist.
While in Nepal, he worked at the American Embassy Dental Clinic and volunteered his time weekly at
the Sechen Buddhist Monastery. His volunteer work continues to this day with annual commitments to
the Texas Mission of Mercy and the THEO Dental Van. He has also been on volunteer dental missions to
Honduras and Mexico.
Dr. Hollander has been very active in the Capital Area Dental Society. His duties have included New
Dentist Committee Chairman, Membership Chairman, Peer Review Committee, Treasurer, Secretary,
President-Elect and President. For 9 years, Dr. Hollander participated in the judicial committee for the
Capital Area Dental Society. He has also been a delegate for the Texas Dental Association.
Capital Area Dental Society awarded Dr. Hollander the New Dentist of the Year award in 2006. He was
also honored in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 with awards for outstanding leadership and service.
He was voted 2010-2011 Dentist of the Year by his peers at the Capital Area Dental Society. He was a
nominee for 2011 Texas Dentist of the Year by the Texas Academy of General Dentistry. In 2021, Dr.
Hollander was nominated by the University of Texas School of Dentistry for the distinguished alumnus of
the year award.
With two very active boys playing football and his wife Shelley's work as a wildlife rehabilitator, there is
never a dull moment in their household.
KIM
Office Manager
Originally from Canada, Kim moved to Austin to attend the University of Texas. Her passion for dentistry
started in high school when she worked part-time for a dental office. She started with our office in 2004
and became office manager in 2011. Kim enjoys traveling the world, visiting with her family and friends,
and watching just about every sport you can name. Kim is married to Eddy and they have two children,
Evan and Katie.
SHANNON
Financial Coordinator
With an extensive background in veterinary services, Shannon brings her years of customer service
expertise to our office. Her family settled in Austin when she was 6. She loves outdoor activities with her
family and also really enjoys spending time with friends. Shannon and her husband, Jeff, have two
daughters, Hayden and Harper. Their house is made complete with their puppies Lucy, Kelly and Waylon
along with their cat Willy.
Dr. Marino
Dentist
Dr. Marino was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. He graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a degree in microbiology. He then returned to Dallas where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Texas A&M University College of Dentistry. Following graduation, Dr. Marino completed a two-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry. There, he received additional training in various complex oral rehabilitation services, including cosmetic and restorative dentistry, microscope-facilitated root canal treatment, IV sedation, dentoalveolar surgery, and implant reconstruction.
Dr. Marino is dedicated to continuing education, attending nearly 800 hours of coursework after dental school. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Society of Anesthesiology and Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society.
Dr. Marino was inspired to pursue a career in dentistry by his childhood dentists, Dr. Brian Collins and Dr. Jim Berry. Their kind and gentle demeaner made dental visits a stress-free, enjoyable experience. Dr. Marino strives to provide this same level of care and compassion to his patients. “I chose to become a dentist because this profession allows me to make a positive impact on another person’s life on a daily
basis. To be able to take away pain and help a person feel confident with their smile is a privilege.”
Outside of the office, Dr. Marino can be found playing in soccer leagues, jamming on his drum kit, and trying to make the perfect latte with his home espresso machine. He and his girlfriend Reena love going to concerts and trying all the great restaurants around Austin together.
KATHI
Hygienist
With 50 years of dental experience, Kathi has been a hygienist with us for over 20 years. We benefit
from her constant positive attitude and extensive knowledge of all areas of dentistry. Kathi attended
Stephen F. Austin University and achieved her dental hygiene certification from the University of Texas
Hygiene School. She knew that dentistry was in her future after realizing what an impact she could have
on others through the dental hygiene profession following positive dental experiences as a child. Kathi
enjoys spending her time outside of work with her husband, Dan, her four sons, four daughters-in-law,
and her extended family. Kathi is so proud to now be a grandma of two boys, Dane and Nolan, and three
girls, Ella, Victoria and Madison. She is very active in Bible Study and is passionate about traveling and
cooking.
CHRISTINA
Dental Assistant
Hailing from El Paso, Christina was excited to move to Austin in 2016 to experience all it has to offer. She
joined our team in early 2017 with experience in all aspects of dental assisting after obtaining her RDA in
2010. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and loves being outdoors. Christina
shares three children, Bella, Karmela, and Brenham with her husband Kevin.
BRITTANY
Dental Assistant
Locally raised, Brittany came to us in 2022 with over 10 years of experience including being a dental
assisting instructor for 2 years. With such a considerable background in dentistry, we have enjoyed
Brittany sharing her knowledge with us and with our patients. Her two boys, Caden and Colton, keep her
very busy outside of work. She also enjoys camping, dirt bike riding and her motorcycle.
JESS
Hygienist
Jess has been a Dental Hygienist since 2017, but started off her dental career in 2010 as a Dental
Assistant. Jess is a proud graduate of the ACC Dental Hygiene program and was the president of her
class TDHA. She also went to dental assisting school in El Paso with our very own assistant, Christina!
Jess is originally from El Paso but has lived in Austin long enough now to call it her home. As a native
Texan she loves to be outside and in the sun. When she isn't at work or chasing her two young boys,
Jackson and Jonah, you will find her in her garden raising veggies and flowers or tending to her 6 crazy
chickens. Her heart belongs to her husband Justin who she will be celebrating 10 years of marriage with
this year! At home you will never find her without her senior German short haired pointer, Gunner
stuck to her side. Jess is passionate about dental hygiene and is happy to help you work to make your
smile the best it can be!
