Meet the Team
Dentist
Dr. Goshtasbi
Dr. Goshtasbi and his staff are residents of San Diego, CA. They are seasoned dental professionals who take pride in bringing you gentle and friendly dentistry. Dr. G (as he is known) lives with his wonderful wife Katy and their two dogs in Scripps Ranch, California.
Dr. G is a native San Diegan who graduated from Torrey Pines High School and received his undergraduate degree in biology from San Diego State University. He comes from a family of dentists and physicians, including his father, sister and all his cousins. Watching his sister in dental school inspired him to become a dentist himself. He went on to pursue this lifelong dream of becoming a dentist and obtained his Doctor of Dental Degree from New York University, where he excelled in clinical dentistry.
Dr. G spends a considerable amount of his free time continuing his education in dentistry. His goal is to provide optimum care for his patients in the most relaxing setting. He genuinely cares for his patients and it shows. He is always looking at technology that will bring comfort to his patients. When Dr. G. introduces new techniques or technology. He only introduces those advances that offer substantial improvements in quality of care or experience. Dr. G takes pride in the products that he uses in his office. Every product used on his patients has been thoroughly researched and even tried by him.
If you were to ask Dr. G what he is about, he would say that he wants what is best for his patients. He sees himself as someone who can relate to his patients. He prides himself on being economically friendly, drives a Hybrid, and supports alternate energy. Dr. G has many hobbies many of which involve creating artistic things with his hands. Some of his hobbies include carving fishing lures from wood, making things such as exotic bowls and pouring resins to encapsulate his pieces of art. Dr. G. can fix just about anything and he loves his art, but he is most passionate about his art of dentistry.
Front Office
Katy
Katy Goshtasbi is Dr. Goshtasbi’s wife. They live in Scripps Ranch where she also runs her consulting business. Katy helped set up the dental office and runs the front office as needed. She is a dental consultant so she is well familiar with how a dental office runs. Katy has bachelor degree in Finance and a law degree. Katy serves on three charitable boards of directors. In her spare time she loves to swim, meditate, and participates in community service.
She is also a yoga instructor and has a weakness for dark chocolate. Please stop by to meet and say hi to Katy and the rest of the team.
Hygienist
DeAnna
DeAnna Hausner has been in the dental field since 1988 and has been a registered dental hygienist since 2007.
She is a married mother of three and a grandmother to two beautiful granddaughters, both 13 years old. In her spare time, DeAnna enjoys reading, relaxing in her pool, and traveling whenever possible.
Office Manager
Shannon
Shannon has been in the dental field for almost 12 years. After starting as a receptionist, Shannon quickly realized a passion for helping patients achieve their oral health goals and knew this was the right career path.
Most of Shannon’s time has been spent in the front office, managing scheduling, working with insurance, and handling the administrative side of the practice. However, Shannon is also certified in X-rays and sterilization and enjoys helping out in the back whenever possible.
Born and raised in San Diego, Shannon spent her teens and early adulthood in Riverside County but is happy to be back living in San Diego. When not working, Shannon enjoys outdoor activities such as traveling, sports, and spending time with family and friends. Some of Shannon’s favorite activities include going to the beach, hiking, taking walks, and swimming.
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