About Us
Dr. Hal Rider
Dr. Hal Rider has been a practicing general dentist since 2001, and has treated patients from all over the world, in locations all over the world.
Dr. Rider received his bachelor’s degree in 1997 from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and served in the LA Army National Guard, C CO 199th FSB in St. Martinville, while attending college. Prior to graduation, he was awarded the US Army Health Professions Scholarship for Dentistry and in 2001, Dr. Rider received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans. After graduation, he was commissioned as a Captain in the US Army Dental Corps and completed an Advanced Education General Dentistry Residency at Fort Campbell, KY in October 2002.
Dr. Rider was later assigned to the 464th Medical Company in Landstuhl, Germany, from November 2002 to January 2006, completing his military obligation. While stationed in Germany, he served as a Staff Dentist, Executive Officer, and Platoon Leader. Dr. Rider also deployed to Iraq for 2 tours in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, and served as Chief of Dental Operations in Tikrit and Camp Bucca, Iraq.
After completion of his military obligation, Dr. Rider and his family returned to the US in March 2006, and settled in Champaign, IL, employed by the Veterans Affairs Dental Services. In April 2007, Dr. Rider purchased Dr. Sorci's practice and has implemented new procedures and state of the art technology and equipment for improved patient care. Dr. Rider and his family currently reside in Youngsville and are proud parents to their son, Nathan. For relaxation, Dr. Rider enjoys golf, travel, music, and spending time with his family.
Dr. Rider stays on the cutting edge of new dental technology and techniques by attending numerous dental seminars throughout the year and he has completed over 1000 continuing dental education hours. Dr. Rider is a member in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Academy for Sports Dentistry, Louisiana Academy of Sleep Medicine, Acadiana Dental District Association, Delta Sigma Delta dental fraternity, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and American Legion.
The Staff
Our exceptional, friendly staff is our greatest asset. Tracy, Shelley, Amy, Katherine, and Brooke are personal professionals that pride themselves on staying on the cutting edge of dentistry, patient communication, and achieving the best results for our family of patients.
Katherine, Brooke, Shelley, Nathan, Tracy, & Amy
Patient Care Coordinator: Tracy
Dental Hygienists: Brooke & Shelley
Dental Assistants: Amy & Katherine
Office Mascot: Nathan
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