About Us & Our History of Extensive Practice
Dr. Gary Cook founded this practice in 1981. He went to the University of Michigan and received his general dental degree and his specialty degree in pediatric dentistry. He gained privileges with an active staff membership at Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids. Dr. Cook and Dr. LaDue met in 2011, and shortly after meeting, they practiced together for just under a year. After thirty-three years of practicing in pediatrics, Dr. Cook sold his practice to Dr. LaDue in 2012.
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Dr. LaDue
Dr. LaDue was born and raised in Grandville. He attended Grandville high school, where he graduated in 1986. He attended several universities, including The University of Michigan, Texas Tech University, and the University of Minnesota.
He obtained degrees in chemical engineering from the University of Michigan and Texas Tech University. He received his dental degree from the University of Michigan and specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry from the University of Minnesota.
He is a member of the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Michigan Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, and the Michigan Dental Association.
Staff Directory
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Dr. LaDue
Dentist DDS
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Alexa
Dental Hygienist
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Jaynie
Dental Hygienist
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Julie
Hospital Coordinator
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Laura
Receptionist
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Lorena
Receptionist
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Alisha
Dental Assistant
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Sefika
Dental Assistant
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Kaitlyn
Dental Assistant