Meet Dr. Bruce Watkins

Dr. Bruce Watkins

Welcome to our web page! I hope to meet you soon, but let me tell you a little about myself and the wonderful practice my staff and I have developed.  I graduated Dental school from Indiana University in 1998. Immediately following graduation, I was commissioned in the U.S. Naval Dental Corp. There I spent my first year finishing a General Practice Residency at Portsmouth Naval Hospital–experience in Hospital Dentistry, more exposure to dental specialty treatment, medical situations and trauma.  I was then deployed with a SeaBee battalion deploying to Puerto Rico and Okinawa.  Following my service, I came back to Indiana to a group practice in South Bend and decided that I wanted to have a more hands-on, personal practice. That is when I invested in this practice in 2002. I felt with my vast experiences in General Practice Residency, Navy and civilian training that I could build a great practice by providing quality, caring, comprehensive Elkhart dentistry.

Everyday is a chance to learn and improve. My commitment to cutting-edge is clear, but also tempered by the knowledge of what has been proven and successful. I am most proud of the positive changes that I have brought to my patients lives. We have maintained the highest level of integrity, amidst busy daily schedules and often challenging situations. I recommend the best, as I would for myself and my own family.

I am involved in every step of the dental experience. I make myself available to clients and staff, ensuring the highest level of client care. There is true joy and sense of fulfillment when a client positively embraces our treatments. It reminds me why I’ve chosen the dental profession as as life-long endeavor. The fun factor definitely kicks in and encourages my staff and I to continue our commitment to successful client relationships.

I am especially proud of our team and their commitment to you through caring attitudes and continuous,  advanced training. Our professional team wants the experience to be as comfortable and positive as it can possibly be.

Sandra

Hi, my name is Sandra (Sam). I enjoy taking care of the front desk and in doing so, will probably be the person you speak to when you call and also the first one you see when you come in for your visit. I grew up in Nappanee and still live there. I have two grown children that I am very proud of and love spending time with. In my spare time, I love getting together with my family, reading and hanging out with my husband. My favorite thing in the summer is spending time at my sister’s pool or going to the beach.

Jenny

Hi, my name is Jenny and I’m the Office Manager. I have been working for Dr. Watkins since 2002.  I’m originally from Niles, Michigan and now live here in Elkhart on the St. Joe River. I graduated from Lake Michigan College and Indiana University. I’m a Certified and Registered Dental Assistant and I also teach at the Lake Michigan College Dental Assisting program part-time. Some of my hobbies include: reading, spending time with family and friends, and kayaking.

Heather

Hi, my name is Heather. I have been practicing dental hygiene for 14 years full time until I had my first daughter, Reagan who is 6 years old. I married my husband Rich on July 7, 2007. I now have another daughter who is six months old named Delaney. I moved here from Syracuse, Indiana about 2 years ago and love the water. I love fishing and camping. I even clean my own fish. My favorite times are hanging out with my family. I love to watch stupid movies with my sisters. We all love to laugh. The best place on the planet is Vegas Baby!!!!

Becky

My name is Becky. I am a dental hygienist here. I am a graduate of Elkhart High School, attended Ball State University, and graduated from I.U.S.B. in 1976. I have been working in this practice for over 30+ years. My best vacation spot is Siesta Key Florida. My favorite activity is floating in my pool with a good book. Since I have worked in the practice for 30+ years, I guess you can say that I enjoy my job and the patients.

Renee

Hi, my name is Renee. I am a Certified Dental Assistant. I live in Osceola, IN. with my pitbull named Xena. I graduated from Penn High School and attended Lake Michigan College where I received a certificate in Dental Assisting. In my spare time I am usually at the race track watching my boyfriend race. My favorite color is pink and I enjoy hanging out with my girlfriends.