The team
The people that make it all happen
The Dentists
Dr Michael Malouf
Dentist and owner
Dr Malouf graduated from the Faculté de médecine dentaire at the Université de Montréal in 2011. In addition to his full-time practice at the Griffin Dental Centre, Dr. Malouf has worked at the Université de Montréal Dental Clinic since 2012.
Early on in his training, he developed a particular interest for oral surgery. He received a number of awards during his studies, including the André Charest prize from the Association des spécialistes en chirurgie buccale et maxillo-faciale du Québec, as well as the award for clinical excellence in periodontal surgery from the prestigious publisher Quintessance Publishing. Law 25: Dr. Malouf is designated responsible for the protection of personal information held by the Centre Dentaire Griffin.
Dr Malouf is an active member of the:
- Ordre des dentistes du Québec (ODQ);
- Association des chirurgiens-dentistes du Québec (ACDQ); and the
- U.S. Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).
Dr Kelsey Vaughan
Dentist
Dr Kelsey Vaughan graduated from the Faculté de médecine dentaire at Université Laval in 2017 and has worked at the clinic since.She enjoys contact with patients, and is committed to providing them with service that meets the highest standards in dentistry. She takes care to listen to everyone’s needs and adapt her practice accordingly. She also devotes part of her practice to teaching as a clinical assistant at the University of Montreal.
Her passion for general dentistry leads her to constantly seek to improve her knowledge and skills in all areas of her profession.
Dr Vaughan is an active member of the
- Ordre des dentistes du Québec (ODQ);
- Association des chirurgiens-dentistes du Québec (ACDQ);
Dr Olivier Marceau
Dentist
Dr Olivier Marceau earned his dental degree from the Faculty of Dentistry at Laval University in Quebec in 2017. He then pursued a residency program for an additional year in a hospital based dental clinic at the Montreal General Hospital, affiliated with McGill University. There, he gained experience performing periodontal surgeries, surgical extractions, retreatments and molar endodontic treatments, orthodontics, complicated prosthodontic cases, dental traumas and much more.
Dynamic, professional and passionate about his work, Dr. Marceau main goal is to listen to his patients needs and provide the best care possible. Always looking to perfect his work, he regularly attends training courses in all the spheres of dentistry.
Dr Marceau is an active member of the
- Ordre des dentistes du Québec (ODQ);
- Association des chirurgiens-dentistes du Québec (ACDQ);
Dr Sophie Robert
Dentist
Dr Robert graduated in 2019 with a doctorate in Dental Medicine from l’Université de Montréal. In 2019, she received Le Prix du Directeur des Cliniques recognizing her leadership skills and team spirit. She was also nominated for Le Prix des 5e Décernés for Integrity, Politeness and Courtesy. In addition to her work in private clinics, Dr. Robert is a lecturer at the University of Montreal in the department of restorative dentistry for preclinical students. Her warm, dynamic, and perfectionist personality, as well as her concern for others, make her a valued dentist and colleague.
She prioritizes the satisfaction of her patients above all and listens to their concerns with genuine respect and kindness.
Dr Robert is an active member of:
- Ordre des dentistes du Québec (ODQ);
- Association des chirurgiens-dentistes du Québec (ACDQ);
The Hygienists and Assistants
Emilie
Dental Hygienist
Emilie graduated in May 2020 from the Cégep de Saint-Hyacinthe. She moved to the Montreal area at the end of her studies to begin her career as a dental hygienist.
Passionate about her work, she is a gentle and caring hygienist always ready to share her knowledge with patients.
Emilie is an active member of:
- l’Ordre des hygiénistes dentaires du Québec (OHDQ)
Eve
Dental assistant and secretary
Eve obtained her dental assistant diploma at the École de formation professionnelle de Châteauguay in 2016. She then moved to pediatric dentistry where she was able to showcase her patience, sense of comfort and sweetness.
Always looking for new challenges and variety, Eve joined the Griffin Dental Center team as a dental assistant and dental secretary. Passionate about the dental field, her primary goal is the comfort of the patient and his complete satisfaction.
Katherine
Dental Hygienist
Katherine is a graduate of Maisonneuve College having obtained her DEC in Dental Hygiene in May 2019. She joined the team at Centre Dentaire Griffin in November of that same year.
Passionate and knowledgeable, she hopes to teach you how to best care for your oral health all while assuring your utmost comfort during your appointments.
Katherine is an active member of:
- l’Ordre des hygiénistes dentaires du Québec (OHDQ)
Christina
Dental Hygienist
We are pleased to have Christina, this smiling, passionate and perfectionist young woman, graduating from Cégep Edouard-Montpetit in Longueuil in December 2018.
She is keen and loyal and takes the health and well-being of her patients to heart. Her role is to share her knowledge and to improve your oral health. The health of your teeth is her priority.
Christina is an active member of the
- l’Ordre des hygiénistes dentaires du Québec (OHDQ)
Vanessa
Dental Assistant
Vanessa graduated in December 2018 with a diploma in Dental Assistance from École des métiers des Faubourgs-de-Montréal. She immediately joined the Centre Dentaire Griffin team with ease due to her passion for both team and dental work.
Vanessa’s priority is the well-being of her patients. Thanks to her great patience and gentle touch she puts both children and adults alike at ease during their appointments.
Rosalie
Dental assistant
In May 2019, Rosalie graduated from École des métiers des Faubourgs-de-Montréal with a diploma in dental assistance.
She later joined the Centre Dentaire Griffin team. Given that this is her first experience working in the field she finds that she continues to learn and improve her work every day. She has numerous qualities that ser her apart namely her kind and attentive nature as well as her calm demeanour.
Narjiss
Dental Assistant
Narjiss graduated as a dental assistant from the Professional Training Center for health professions in Kirkland in December 2020. She joined the Centre Dentaire Griffin as her first experience and has been there ever since.
Thanks to these many years of experience in customer service and her passion for the dental field, she has developed a very good sense of listening to our patients.
She continues to improve these skills and is always curious to learn more.
The Secretaries
Mélissa S.
Dental manager
Mélissa obtained her dental assistant diploma at the École de formation professionnelle de Châteauguay in 2011. After working as a dental assistant for five years, during which time she gained extensive experience with patients, she shifted to administration so as to be able to do even more for her clients. The knowledge she has acquired over the past five years makes her a reliable reference source who can answer all our questions.
Mélissa joined the Griffin Dental Centre in 2014. Her positive energy and vitality make her an effective team player.
Mélissa L.
Dental Secretary
Passionate about both dentistry and customer care, Mélissa completed her degree in Dental Reception at Cégep Garneau in 2019. In 2020, she moved from Quebec City to Montreal to join the team at Centre Dentaire Griffin.
Always ready to lend a sympathetic ear, she’ll be sure to offer you a friendly and warm welcome at each visit to our clinic thanks to her smile and energy.
Morgandy
Dental Secretary
On the lookout for a new challenge, Morgandy joined the team at Centre Dentaire Griffin in the summer of 2020. She doesn’t have the most traditional background for a secretary having graduated from Concordia University with a degree in Theatre Production and Classical Studies.
However, thanks to her experience both in customer service and as a stage manager, she is an attentive secretary who puts the needs of the patients first. She stands out thanks to her pink hair, ability to mix multiple patterns in the same outfit, and sunny disposition.
