Our Officers, Board of Directors & Staff

Mariluci Byrnes, DDS

I was born and raised in Brazil in a wonderful family with both my parents, a younger brother and sister, I started Dental school when I was 18 years old, attending "Santo Amaro School of Dentistry" in São Paulo, known today as UNISA .

I graduated when I was 22 and right after graduation I started working part time for a group of pediatric dentists providing dental care in mobile units to children in need in remote areas of Sao Paulo, Brazil. I was also accepted for a part time intern position at the Dental School in the Orthodontic department where I stayed for 3 years and had the opportunity to learn orthodontics from some of the best orthodontists in Brazil. 

Although I liked orthodontics, I found my true calling while working on the mobile units, when I had an opportunity to provide dental care at several orphanages in my hometown. I felt that I was caring for the ones that needed the most, the ones that had no chance of care if it wasn't for that group of pediatric dentists that brought the dentist to them. 

Even though going to the dentist is not always a pleasant situation, the kids I treated were thankful and extremely appreciative of my attention to their needs. Treating them made me happy and fulfilled and made them happy as well, for having someone that cared.

When I turned 29, I felt that I needed a change of environment, that I needed to travel and explore the world, and that was when I landed in San Diego, following my best friend and travel partner and I never looked back. 

Here I met my husband and built a family and after I had my second child I decided that it was time to go back to dentistry, and once again do what I knew best. 

I started working at SDCDHC as a general dentist in 2009 where once again I found a place where I could use my skills to help improve the oral health of the underprivileged children of San Diego. 

As the new Clinical Director my goal is to continue improving the oral health of the most vulnerable children in San Diego by providing quality dental care and by educating patients and parents, giving them the tools they need to have a healthy mouth.

When I'm not at work you can find me with my husband and kids, I try to spend as much time with them as I can, I love to watch my teens grow and I'm proud of the person they are becoming. The best part of my day is taking a walk to the beach with my husband where we talk about our days and just enjoy each other's company. I also enjoy spending time with my mom, going on hikes, stand-up paddle boarding, laying at the beach with a good book and sharing a good glass of wine with a friend. 

I'm looking forward to many more years at SDCDHC!

David Gilmore, DDS, MSD

Dr. Gilmore was born and raised in Canton, Ohio, and is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. He completed a military career by serving in the Navy for nearly 30 years, first as a nuclear engineer, and then as a dentist and orthodontist.

He lives in Scripps Ranch with his wife of 30 years, Teryn. They have two grown children and a beautiful black lab named Millie. Sarah graduated from Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo and Tufts University. She works as an Occupational Therapist. Following in Dr. Gilmore’s footsteps, Sawyer is also a graduate of the Naval Academy and is a Navy helicopter pilot. When not in the office, Dr. Gilmore enjoys spending much of his time outdoors with his family, especially skiing, snowboarding, camping and hiking.

He also regularly participates in fitness activities like swimming, biking and running

Bertha Hernandez

I have been working for SDCDHC for 21 years and lived in this community for 43 years. On my free times I like Gardening . I have Four Grown kids and six grandkids who I love spending time with taking them to the park , going to movies ext.

I like working for SDCDHC because I know what the clinic stands for , The low income community I know we are here to help the least fortunate .We try to make a difference by providing Quality service. I'm happy for any new change that will make things better for the Clinic.

Betsabe Garcia

I have been working at SDCDHC for 9 yrs. I enjoy working at SDCHCD in the orthodontic department. I love the fact that the clinic is non-profit organization and we are able to provide quality service at a reduced fee for the underserved to help them with their self-esteem and give them a beautiful smile. In my free time I like to spend time with my family, my husband and 2 kids who are 7 yrs. and 1 month. I also like to workout at the gym.

Suzanne Ghosn, RDA

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Robert Chakarian, CPA

Mr. Chakarian is a founder and president of Chakarian & Associates, CPA’s Inc. a California corporation. Chakarian & Associates provides Individual, Partnership and Corporation tax planning and preparation, accounting services, management advisory and consulting services and retirement planning. Mr. Chakarian has over 20 years of experience in the public accounting field. Mr. Chakarian is a member of the California Society of Certified Public Accountants. He also currently servers on the Board of Directors as treasurer for Mountain Shadows Support Group, a 117 bed facility for the developmentally disabled located in Escondido and a 78 bed facility for children

Charles Drury

Dr. Drury has unique background, having practiced as a dentist for over 20 years coupled with non-clinical experience and active leadership roles. He had an extremely rewarding career with personal, financial, and professional achievements but decided to pursue a passion outside of clinical dentistry to achieve a broader impact within the healthcare industry.

Dr. Drury did his undergraduate degree at the University of California at Riverside with a B.S. in Psychobiology (Neuroscience). He completed an Emt-1 certification at UCLA. After earning a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, he completed the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) Postdoctoral Program, an intensive clinical and academically rigorous full-time 12-month certificate program designed to prepare graduates to deliver comprehensive patient-centric care for all patients. As a passionate life-long learner I later became a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) which required over 500 credit hours; only about 6 percent of general dentists in the U.S. and Canada are AGD Fellows. As a presenter, he has delivered well-received lectures to a range of audiences with a variety of expertise, from the American Academy of General Dentistry to the Women's Health Organization. Currently, Dr. Drury serves in an advisory capacity to a number of boards, including Promethean Dental Systems; Revere Partners; Profit4Dentists.com, the University of Stetson (leadership and innovation); and Recordlinc where he has also designed and created software, as well as performed competitive market analytics. A former research technician at the Oral Microbiology laboratory of the University of Southern California, he has also been recognized with awards from the U.S. Senate; U.S. House of Representatives; the California Legislative Assembly; and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Drury is an international allied thought leader for www.teethcloud.org 

He enjoys working and collaborating with other like-minded thought leaders nationally and internationally to help improve the lives of others and have a positive impact in the world.

Brian Kintz

Mr. Kintz is a partner in the San Diego office of the law firm of Crosbie Gliner Schiffman Southard & Swanson LLP. His legal practice focuses on transactional real estate matters. Mr. Kintz has over 18 years of experience in the legal field. He is a member of The State Bar of California and the San Diego County Bar Association. He received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and his legal degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Mr. Kintz was previously a member of CDHA's Board of Directors from 2003-2005 and has been on CDHA's Advisory Council since 2005.

Jennifer Campbell, RDA

I have been a board member for over the last 14 years and worked in pedo for nearly 40 years. I love to help the under served kiddos of CDHA, San Diego and Ensenada receive dental care. In my free time I love to garden, making stained glass windows, working with family to create other forms of art, using tile and wrought iron, to keep my family history in line. I have a strong family life and trust in God. I look forward to helping CDHA continue to thrive and working with the great staff at the center.

Leslie Sennett

Leslie has worked for the City of San Diego for over sixteen years. She is pleased to also work with the Children's Dental Health Association to raise awareness and reduce disparities in the dental health status of families. In her spare time, Leslie is a wife, mother and an avid reader.

Barbara Darling

Trevin Epps, MBA, CWS

Mr. Epps is founder and managing partner of Creative Wealth Strategies. His firm provides dentists and specialists comprehensive financial planning services to help them address their biggest concerns, such as debt reduction strategies, preserving their wealth, mitigating taxes, taking care of their heirs, ensuring their assets are not unjustly taken, strategic retirement planning. Mr. Epps is a Certified Wealth Strategist® and has over 17 years of experience as a wealth advisor. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Dentists Integrated Insurance Solutions, Advisory Board of Directors for the Women’s Wellness Organization, and founded the Dentists Management Advisory Council.

Chris Pham, DDS

I’m a fanatic about snow skiing and my dream has always been to ski with my children one day in remote areas. In San Diego I like taking my two boys to the beach and just watching them play and get dirty. They are 6 and 3 and keep me on my toes (and up early in the mornings). My wife keeps me sane and growing. I’m excited about the future in general. I hope to make an impact at any level, helping others reach their fullest potential. I love the CDHA project as a new Board member because health access unblocks the potential for achievement. Those with the least access have the the most dramatic and meaningful life changes.

Clarice Hunter, RDH. BS.

The Dental Hygiene Mission is to promote the oral and general health of our community by providing optimal clinical dental hygiene care,educational outreach and services.To establish the foundation for intellectual curiosity,life-long learning and professional collaboration. As a hygienist in private practice, as a clinical instructor at Concorde College, and as a Children’s Dental Health board member, Clarice is striving to promote the Dental Hygiene Mission.
Clarice loves San Diego County.She received her Bachelors of Science from San Diego State University and her Hygiene degree from Southwestern College.Once a local, always a local.She is currently living in Ramona.Clarice enjoys her free time with her family and the dog.