BDS (Hons) MSc MFDS RCS (Eng) MPDC RCS(Ed)

Kathy graduated from Sheffield University with honours in 2002.  She worked in practice just outside Portsmouth and then as a Junior Doctor and afterwards a Staff Grade in the Maxillofacial Unit at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth.  Kathy gained her Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgeons of England (MFDS RCS Eng) in 2005.  After getting married, moving to Colchester and having her children, she joined SI McKenzie and Associates (now Iceni) in 2012.  Kathy completed a Masters in Advanced General Dental Practice at Birmingham University in 2019 and passed with distinction and also gained her Membership in Primary Dental Care from Edinburgh (MPDC RCS Ed).

Kathy centres her practice on preventative care and loves to take very nervous patients on a journey to become confident, healthy individuals.  Kathy has high standards and wants to see patients grow in their oral health.

In her spare time, Kathy is seen taxi-ing her two teenage daughters around and enjoys singing (and will often be heard singing while working!) and leading worship and playing the organ at Church along with reading and watching thrillers.

B.D.S. (U’NCLE) 1984 , M.F.G.D.P. (UK) 1997

Stuart co-founded Wimpole Road Dental Practice in 1987, and has worked here ever since.  His current caseload consists of Denplan patients and undertaking restorative work on dental implant patients.  

He has spent over forty years as a General Dental Practitioner in Colchester carrying out all types of dental treatments.  His aim is to provide excellent dental care for his patients, always striving to go above and beyond in a way that has been deeply valued by the community for many decades.

He qualified at Newcastle University in 1984, then moved south to Essex to start working at a Practice in St Botolphs street in Colchester for 3 years before starting off Wimpole Road Practice as a squat. He then rejuvenated Trinity Street Dental Practice for many years before consolidating activities and expanding the facilities at Wimpole Road.

He is happily-married, a proud father of two, and now has 2 grandchildren; he likes keeping fit and enjoys football as far as a Newcastle United fan can.

National Exam in Dental Nursing 1989

Julie is the Practice manager here at Iceni Dental.  She first started here at the age of 17.  After a short break from working, where she got married and had two children, she returned to dental nursing at two other practices and came back here in 1997.  She passed the National Exam in Dental Nursing in 1989.  She also qualified with extra duties of Oral Health Education and fluoride application.  After many enjoyable years of nursing she moved to mainly working on reception, and then moving into the management role in July 2025.  She says it has been a joy watching our patients grow over the years and now seeing them bring in their own children.  She enjoys all aspects of dental work and still finds it interesting after all these years.

Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family and her little dog Biscuit.

Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing 2022. FdSc Oral Health Science 2025.

Darya qualified as a dental hygienist from University of Essex in 2025 after working as a Dental Nurse for 3 years. Alongside working as a hygienist at Iceni Dental, in January 2026 she will be returning to University, training to become a dental therapist, expanding the treatments she will be able to offer to patients in the future.

Outside of work, she is usually at the gym, and she loves spending her free time reading and taking her 2 dogs Olive and Oakley out for long walks! 

Sarah is a Dental Hygienist who trained at Kings College Hospital. 

She has years of experience caring for patients in the local area.  She’s also worked with a periodontal specialist, giving her extra insight into gum health and complex care. 

When she is not in the clinic, Sarah loves traveling and keeping balanced with yoga.

National Exam in Dental Nursing 2008

Sarah’s career in dentistry began in 1998 when she attended her routine check-up with Mr Mckenzie.  During her appointment he asked if she had a job and was she ok with blood! She said she was OK with it, and he then asked if she would like a job as a dental nurse and how soon could she start?

When she got home her Mum asked if she had to go back for a filling, she replied “No but I have to go back on Monday to start my new job!”  She worked with Mr McKenzie for two years.

Sarah passed her National Exam for Dental Nurses in 2008. 

She worked at a different practice for 18 years and came back to Wimpole Road in 2008.  She is now married with a family and a Frenchie called Harry.

National Diploma in Dental nursing NEBDN 2017

Uma has been working as a dental nurse for seven years, six of these have been here at Iceni.  She really loves her job here as everybody is friendly, helpful and welcoming.

When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and five-year-old daughter.  She also enjoys drawing and reading.

Lexi Deer has passed all of her exams. She is no longer an apprentice dental nurse; she is now a qualified dental nurse.

She is hard working and very willing to learn new knowledge and skills. Outside of work Lexi enjoys spending time with her family

Sam has over 15 years of experience in the dental field and he has been practising as a trainee Dental Nurse for the past two years.

He is currently employed at Oracle Dental Group where he also works at Iceni Dental Practice.  Sam greatly enjoys his role, especially supporting patients and contributing to their care. He is presently studying for his Dental Nursing Diploma to further advance his knowledge and qualifications.

On a personal note, Sam has a happy and loving family with two children.  In his leisure time, he enjoys listening to music, singing, and watching television.

NVQ level 2 Diploma in Dental Nursing 1998

Karen has been working here for more than 20 years, during this time she gained her NVQ level 2 in Dental Nursing. On leaving there she has since been here at Wimpole Road for the last 21 years.  She enjoys working with the public and says nothing feels nicer than reassuring patients while they are in the dentist chair and putting a smile on their faces. She also refers to the team as one big happy family. 

Outside of work she has three children and six grandchildren, five boys and one girl whom she adores and loves spending time with them and her husband of 37 years. She keeps fit by cycling to work most days and walking her crazy spaniel Blu.

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing

Emmy qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2013 while working here at Wimpole Road and then went on to further her qualifications in Oral Surgery, Implant Nursing and Practice Management. Emmy returned to Wimpole Road in June 2024 to work as a receptionist.

She spends her spare time playing on the beach or in the woods with her two young boys and her husband. She loves cooking and baking (when she gets the chance).

Lisa is a dental receptionist here at Iceni Dental. She has been in the dental profession now for over 30 years and she strives to provide excellent customer service in a calm and friendly manner. She loves working with the team here at Iceni Dental.  

In her personal life she is happily married with two teenage children a dog and a cat.  To relax she likes to read and listen to music.  She also enjoys walking her dog Buddy.