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Learn More About Coaldale Dental Centre

Dr. Peter MacLean founded Coaldale Dental Centre as a first location. Then three years later, our second office opened in Bow Island. Dr. Jackie Pitstra has now been serving as our general dentist providing Southern Alberta communities with professional dental care.

Awards & Recognition

Welcome Wagon – Service Recognition
College of Alberta Dental Association – Employer of the Year Award

Meet The Team

Dr. Jackie Pitstra

Dentist

Dr. Jackie Pitstra joined Bow Island Dental Centre in 2001. Born and raised in Calgary, she attended the University of Calgary receiving her Bachelor of Science Degree. Then in 1994, she completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree at the University of Alberta. For 6 years, Dr. Pitstra went on to practice dentistry in Saskatoon before moving to the Bow Island area. She holds a membership in the Canadian Dental Association, the Alberta Dental Association, and the Calgary & District Dental Society.

Dr. Pitstra is married and has two sons. She enjoys volunteering at her church and the Coaldale District Chamber of Commerce. An enthusiastic cyclist, you can find Dr. Pitstra cycling in the summer months on the highway between Coaldale and Bow Island.

Cori

Practice Manager

Armed with 20 plus years of office experience, Cori keeps our Coaldale branch running at peak efficiency. Her adaptability, coupled with her natural listening abilities, help her maintain relationships within the office.

Kaitlynn

Receptionist

Friendly and outgoing, Kaitlynn works at both our Coaldale and Bow Island locations. Kaitlynn loves everything about her job, from helping patients feel more comfortable, to the everyday hustle and bustle at the office.

LaNae

Registered Dental Hygienist

Dedicated to our Bow Island office, LaNae has exceptional listening skills, and a warm and friendly demeanor. LaNae has 12-years experience in the field and holds both a diploma and a degree in dental hygiene from the University of Alberta.

Kira

Registered Dental Hygienist

Kira loves to create holistic health routines for her patients in Coaldale – and give them sparkling, confident new smiles! She holds a Dental Hygiene Diploma along with a Bachelors of Science specializing in dental hygiene.

Melissa

Registered Dental Hygienist

Working at both our Coaldale and Bow Island offices, Melissa’s desire to teach proper oral health care – along with a penchant for making others laugh – helps her build deep and lasting connections with patients and coworkers.

Joliek

Registered Dental Assistant

Assisting at our Coaldale office, Joliek is kind, dedicated, and truly enjoys the variety of the job – especially when it comes to growing and maintaining relationships with new and existing patients.

Darcie

Registered Dental Assistant

Darcie is a diligent worker who’s always very excited to meet each patient in our Coaldale and Bow Island offices. She’s a graduate from the College of the Rockies Registered Dental Assistant program.