Meet The Staff
Many thanks to all the practitioners who have welcomed us into the Whatcom County dental community and allowed us to be a part of the care team for their patients. Special thanks to our amazing patients who have trusted us with their care over the past two years. We love being a part of this community and can’t wait to celebrate many more anniversaries over the years to come!
lindsay pierce, insurance & billing specialist
Lindsay has 15 years of experience in the dental field, specifically working with insurance and billing practices. She joined the Horizon team in 2021, and works remotely from Oklahoma. Lindsay’s attention to detail and strong organizational skills make her an asset to the practice and have proven to be immensely beneficial to our patients. Her confidence and experience is essential to ensuring that our patients benefits’ are fully utilized. Lindsay truly enjoys working in the industry and all of the challenges that insurance throws her way!
When Lindsay isn’t battling insurance claims, she really enjoys a warm summer day, watching baseball, reading and going to the lake. She has been married almost 12 years and has two children that keep things wild around her home.
kaitlin kimes, treatment coordinator
Kaitlin is our Treatment Coordinator and helps patients understand the financial aspects of their care. She prepares treatment estimates, assists with insurance questions, and explains costs and coverage in a clear, approachable way. Kaitlin is committed to making the treatment-planning process as smooth and stress-free as possible so patients can feel informed and confident moving forward with their care.
lindsay becker, office manager
Lindsay is a nurturer by nature—she thrives on helping others and is committed to providing the highest quality healthcare for our patients. She believes that inclusivity, integrity, and professionalism are fundamental traits to healthcare and strives to meet this credo every day.
Bellingham has been her home for the past 20 years; 17 of those years were spent working in oral surgery and periodontal dentistry as a surgical assistant. Lindsay returned to school and earned her BA in Sociology at Western Washington University in 2019. She re-entered the workforce in October 2019 to help open the practice. She spends her free time with her husband and three sons skiing, and loves to run Bellingham’s extensive trail system.
surgical team
Leslie lee, LEAD Surgical Assistant
Leslie was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale Florida, and moved to Whatcom County in 2005. She studied at Bellingham Technical College and graduated with her AAS in 2012 and has been working as a dental assistant for the past 10 years. Leslie is certified in BLS, ACLS, DAANCE and is a certified phlebotomist. She joined the Horizon team in early 2021 and quickly became the office comedian with her quick-wit and dry sense of humor. Leslie is an integral part of the surgical team; her even-keeled temperament and genuine kindness gives her the ability to comfort our patients from start to finish. In her free time she enjoys cooking, gardening and spending time with her three beautiful daughters.
lucas roberts, surgical assistant
Lucas was born and raised in Bellingham where his family has lived for over five generations. He joined the Horizon team in early 2020, starting out in the front office as our treatment coordinator. Lucas is a quick study; his passion for learning led him to pursue additional training to become a surgical assistant. He is certified in DAANCE, BLS, ACLS, and is a certified phlebotomist. His ability to comfort and connect with his patients makes Lucas a huge asset to our team. In his free time, Lucas enjoys reading, exercising, and learning as much as he can.
Sarah peeples, surgical assistant
Sarah has been a valuable team member since the office opened in 2019. She has been working in oral surgery since 2014 and holds multiple certifications in BLS, ACLS, DAANCE and Phlebotomy. Sarah’s positive attitude and easy-going personality give her the ability to help her patients feel at ease in the dental chair.
Sarah is a Bellingham native and loves to explore all the wonderful things that the Pacific Northwest has to offer; in her spare time she enjoys mountain biking, paddle boarding and painting. Sarah is happy to work in a field that allows her to create a positive change to her patients’ lives. She loves giving back to the community that helped shape who she is and we are truly lucky to have her on the team!
Rachel fluaitt, Surgical Assistant
Rachel has worked as a dental assistant in Skagit county since 2016. She is a dedicated Surgical Assistant at Horizon Oral Surgery who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care in a comfortable, supportive environment. She is committed to helping each patient feel at ease, and confident throughout every stage of their surgical experience.
Rachel holds certifications in Phlebotomy, BLS, ACLS and DAANCE. She is loyal to staying current with advances in oral surgery and patient care.
Outside of the office, Rachel enjoys spending time with her family dirt biking and camping. She also enjoys serving her community by volunteering as a youth wrestling coach.
Brendyn Hinger, Surgical Assistant
Brendyn is our newest surgical assistant/patient coordinator and has worked in the dental field for the past three years. Originally, from Okanogan, he is passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered care. He believes every patient deserves to feel comfortable, informed, and confident throughout their treatment and he strives to create a welcoming environment where questions are encouraged and concerns are addressed with care.
Outside of the office, Brendyn enjoys exploring the outdoors. Whether he’s hiking in search of salamanders and fronts or cliff jumping during the summer, the loves spending time in nature and embracing new adventures. His friendly personality and dedication to helping others make him a valued member of the Horizon Oral Surgery Team.