I love my job - I have the best practice with the best team and the best patients.
But when not working, I love nothing more than trail running or hill climbing with my Working Cocker Spaniels, Millie and Chunk. And now that Ross and I are empty-nesters, I have more time to devote to my other passion—reading, writing, and performing poetry.
As Clinical Director, I lead the clinical team at Anderson Dentistry. My strength lies in rehabilitating even the most damaged of mouths back to health, strength, beauty, and function. This often involves implant therapy or premier denture design.
Outside work, I am a keen trail runner, a music obsessive, and I may be Perthshire's biggest (possibly only) Minnesota Vikings fan.
Jade Mcdonald - Dental Therapist BSc
In 2020, Jade graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Oral Health Science and joined Anderson Dentistry in September 2022. She has been a fantastic addition to our team providing excellent dental treatment and hygiene care. In 2023 she travelled to Uganda with the dental charity Dentaid to provide voluntary dental treatment in rural and remote outreach centres.
Outside work, Jade enjoys being outdoors with her husband Kieran and their Cocker Spaniel, Harley.
Leanne Mckerchar - Practice Manager
Leanne joined the practice as a trainee dental nurse in March 2009 and continued going from strength to strength. Qualifying as a Dental Nurse in 2011 with additional radiography skills, Leanne achieved further qualification with the International Team of Implantology (ITI) as an Advanced Dental Implant Nurse. Although appointed Practice Manager in February 2023, Leanne maintains her clinical skills as Ross' implant coordinator.
Outside work, Leanne enjoys spending time with family and friends and watching her daughter, Amaleigh, progress with her horse riding and vaulting hobbies.
Sasha Menzies - Lead Dental Nurse
Sasha joined as a trainee dental nurse in January 2021, qualifying from the Dundee Dental Hospital in August 2022 and passing her radiography exam in 2024. Having completed the ITI Dental Implant course for dental nurses, Sasha is a skilled member of Ross' implant team.
Outside work, Sasha enjoys walks with her Lhaso Apso, Fred, and spending time with family. She is a keen supporter and follower of Scotland's national football team!
Charlotte Bateman - Trainee Dental Nurse
Charlotte joined us in June 2022 and has gone from strength to strength. Having passed her Dental Nurse exams with A grades, Charlotte graduates from the Dundee Dental Hospital in September 2024. Not only clinically skilled, Charlotte's organisational skills also make her an invaluable member of our reception team.
Outside work, Charlotte is a keen horse rider and enjoys time spent with friends at music events.
Deborah Reilly - Trainee Dental Nurse
Deborah joined us in August 2023 and we cannot imagine being without her. An invaluable team member, Deborah is an enthusiastic learner interested in all aspects of dentistry. Enrolled at Dundee Dental Hospital, we look forward to Deborah developing her skills further.
Outside work, Deborah enjoys paddle boarding on the loch and watching good movies.
Gosia Girvan - Administration
Joining our team in May 2021, Gosia welcomes all our patients with her glowing smile. As well as being fluent in five languages, Gosia has a degree in business. No wonder she makes running the reception team look effortless.
Outside work, Gosia is mum to baby Hamish and is a fearless mountain biker!
Beth Scholes - Administration
Beth joined us in December 2023, bringing years of medical administration experience with her. Always on hand to ensure our patients are cared for from the moment they step through the door to the moment they leave, Beth is a wonderful addition to our administrative team.
Outside work, Beth is a superb triathlete and competes in numerous sporting events throughout the UK and Ireland. She can often be found running the hills with her husband Neil and their three Border Collies.