The Staff at the Snoring and Sleep Apnea Dental Treatment Center

	Dr. Jonathan A. Parker is a graduate of the University Of Minnesota School Of Dentistry. From 1983-2000, Dr. Parker provided care in a practice limited to management of TMJ problems, head, neck and facial pain. In 1992, he expanded the practice to include treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Since 2001, he has focused his practice full-time on dental sleep medicine. Dr. Parker is: A part-time faculty member at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry A Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine On the board of directors of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine A charter member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) The 2003 recipient of the AADSM's prestigious Distinguished Service Award A Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain On the staff or a consultant to most of the sleep disorders centers in the Minneapolis- St. Paul area In addition, Dr. Parker is well known internationally and is regarded as one of the premier lecturers in the United States on the role of the dentist in evaluation and treatment of snoring and sleep apnea using oral appliance therapy. He has authored a number of research articles and abstracts evaluating the effectiveness of oral appliances used for treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.
	Julie Schedler is the office manager for the Snoring and Sleep Apnea Dental Treatment Center. She assists patients with all billing, insurance and account questions. With over 15 years of experience in dental office administration, Julie is an outstanding resource to help you with any insurance issues that may arise. She enjoys her time at home with her family and is an active volunteer in the community.
	Kim Lahr is the front desk coordinator in our office. She has been working with Dr. Parker since 1997. She brings her experience from previous office administration positions at Prudential Insurance Company and the Twin Cities TMJ and Facial Pain Clinic to her work in this office. Kim will provide you with kind, helpful assistance whether you are scheduling an appointment or you have a question that needs to be answered. She lives in the metro area with her husband and two sons.
	Julie Larson, RDA is a clinical assistant who has enjoyed working in the field of Dentistry for many years. She graduated with honors from Minnesota State Community and Technical College, Moorhead with a degree in Dental Assisting. She is experienced in general dentistry and helping patients with TMJ and orofacial pain symptoms. Julie is very knowledgeable, gentle and kind with patients and takes the time to ensure that each patient understands the steps she takes as part of her role in their treatment plan. Julie lives in the suburbs and enjoys spending time with her husband and hosting family events with their three adult children and families.
	Karen Iverson, CDA, RDA is a clinical assistant who joined Dr. Parker’s practice in March of 2007. In 1986, she graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Moorhead Technical Institute. She has more than 20 years’ experience in the dental field including in-hospital dentistry. Karen has also worked extensively with patients who have TMJ, facial pain and sleep apnea problems. In addition to her dental credentials, Karen graduated in 2006 with high honors in the field of Massage Therapy and she continues to work on expanding her knowledge in the area of body alignment and structure. Karen lives in the northwest metro area with her three sons.
	Jean Kaiser, RDH graduated with high honors from the University of Minnesota in 1984 with a degree in Dental Hygiene. Her dental experience includes general dentistry, orthodontics, periodontics, implant dentistry and TMJ treatment prior to working with Dr. Parker at the Snoring and Sleep Apnea Dental Treatment Center. Jean is very eager to help all of our patients achieve their treatment goals. Jean lives in the south suburbs with her husband and enjoys gardening, jewelry making and travelling.