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About Dr. Staci

Staci Brunell, DMD, (aka "Dr. Staci") is an experienced pediatric dentist at Yorktown Pediatric Dentistry in Yorktown Heights, New York.

Dr. Staci earned her undergraduate degree at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, and her dental degree from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. She then completed a one-year general practice residency at Phelps Memorial Hospital through New York Medical College. Following her general dentistry training, Dr. Staci undertook a two-year residency in pediatric dentistry at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, where she served as Chief Resident and consistently volunteered her time and services to promote positive dental health among children and adolescents.  

In 2017, Dr. Staci was the recipient of the prestigious Pediatric Dentistry Award from the New Jersey Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. She is currently a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the New York State Dental Association. Dr. Staci is also proficient in Spanish.

Dr. Staci currently lives in Westchester County with her husband, two children, and their dog, Nash. When not working, Dr. Staci can be found shopping locally, listening to country music, rooting for her favorite New York sports teams, or spending time with family at the lake or beach.  

The daughter of Dr. Richard Rifkin, the founder of Rifkin Dental, Allison Rifkin, DMD, FAGD wanted to become a dentist from a young age. Dr. Rifkin attended dental school at Boston University, where she graduated magna cum laude. Following graduation, Dr. Rifkin completed a residency at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City.

Dr. Rifkin is a member of the American Dental Association and received her fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD). Providing pro bono services to community health centers, Dr. Rifkin began her commitment to the community while receiving her education. She has traveled to Guatemala to help treat patients with limited access to care. She is passionate about continuing education and has studied at the Pankey Institute and Spear Education.

When Dr. Rifkin isn’t at work or studying new dental techniques, she enjoys skiing, golf, and tennis and spending time with her husband, two boys, and their dog, Theo.

Erika Donovan, DMD, sees patients at Rifkin Dental in Yorktown Heights, New York. For the past ten years, Dr. Donovan has treated patients with a variety of dental health concerns, and those experiences have guided her to create compassionate dental care.

Since childhood, Dr. Erika Donovan has always had the desire to become a dentist. She spent many hours shadowing, volunteering, and immersing herself in the field before focusing her education on achieving this goal. Dr. Donovan was born and raised in Fort Myers, Florida, before she went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Florida. Dr. Donovan then ventured north to Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Upon receiving her dental degree, she completed a General Practice residency at the New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, providing further training in general and cosmetic dentistry.

To maintain the highest quality of care for each patient, she continues to challenge herself with a rigorous level of continuing education focusing on cosmetics, full mouth rehabilitations, and updated material sciences. Dr. Donovan loves traveling to Scottsdale, Arizona, to study at the Spear Institute.

With her extensive training and years of experience, Dr. Donovan offers compassionate and quality expertise in restorative dentistry, Invisalign, implantology, rehabilitative dentistry, and esthetics while always focusing on preventive maintenance and overall oral wellness.

It is important to Dr. Donovan to give back to her community. She is a participating provider with the Donated Dental Services organization, providing pro bono care to patients in need. She holds memberships with the American Dental Association and the New York State Dental Association.

When away from the office, she enjoys reading, yoga, cultural experiences found in travel and cuisine, and creating a loving home for her family.

James Martyniak, DDS, FAGD, FICOI, at Rifkin Dental is committed to providing quality dental services to the Yorktown Heights and Carmel areas of New York. Before joining the Rifkin Dental team in 2004, Dr. Martyniak attended the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Martyniak then completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City.

The dentists at Rifkin Dental believe in the power of continuing education, and Dr. Martyniak is no exception. He recently became a Fellow in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, and is a member of the American Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.

Following in the footsteps of Dr. Richard Rifkin, the founder of Rifkin Dental, Dr. Martyniak plans to earn the honorable Mastership Award from the Academy of General Dentistry.

Jaime Patel, DDS, is a general dentist committed to providing high-quality dental care to each patient at Rifkin Dental. Dr. Patel sees patients throughout Carmel and Yorktown Heights, New York.

Born and raised in Westchester County, Dr. Patel continued to Binghamton University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Integrative Neuroscience. During this time, he shadowed and volunteered at local and abroad dental clinics in Haiti, which confirmed his passion for dentistry. 

Dr. Patel received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from New York University College of Dentistry, where he realized his interest in cosmetic and surgical dentistry. He returned to Westchester County to pursue a General Practice Residency at Westchester Medical Center to further his didactic education and clinical skills. He is an active member of the American Dental Association and the New York State Dental Association. 

Since completing his formal education, Dr. Patel has continued to be a lifelong learner with continuing education courses to provide his patients with the most quality, modern, and esthetic treatment options. He focuses on patient education to prevent future dental complications and creates long-lasting patient relationships to ensure each experience is comfortable and enjoyable. 

Outside of the office, Dr. Patel enjoys snowboarding, cooking, and watching the New York Rangers.

Anthony Cirillo, DDS, is a skilled general dentist at Tottenville Dental, providing high-quality preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry to teens and adults in the Tottenville neighborhood of Staten Island, New York City. 

Dr. Cirillo earned his bachelors degree from Farmingdale State College with a major in Bioscience and minor in Chemistry. Then, he enrolled in a dual degree program at New York University’s College of Dentistry in Manhattan and obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree along with an Advanced Certificate of Public Health.

Before entering private practice, Dr. Cirillo trained at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx. There, he received training in various aspects of preventive and general dentistry, including complex surgical and full mouth rehabilitaiton cases.

At Tottenville Dental, Dr. Cirillo provides full-service, comprehensive dentistry. He loves getting to know the people in his care and develops personalized treatment plans that reduce the risk of cavities, gum disease, and other common oral health problems.

Dr. Cirillo enjoys honing his professional skills. He regularly participates in continuing education and research and is active in the community; he enjoys providing charitable dental work to New York’s underserved communities.

Dr. Cirillo welcomes everyone to Tottenville Dental and looks forward to buiding long standing relationships with his patients.

Dr. Agilina offers a wide range of services, including preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments.
Dr. Agilina earned her doctorate from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.

About Dr. Jani

Shalin Jani, DMD, is an award-winning dentist at Elegant Smiles of Matawan in Matawan, New Jersey. He specializes in keeping patient mouths healthy while improving their smiles.

Dr. Jani earned his bachelor’s degree from Rutgers College in New Brunswick, New Jersey, before completing dental school at the former New Jersey Dental School in Newark. He completed a formal dental residency with St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, New York City. Committed to advancing his education and expanding his knowledge to offer patients the highest quality care, Dr. Jani also completed several graduate level studies, including a mini residency with the California Implant Institute in San Diego, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry Maxicourse, and the Comprehensive Aesthetics Program and Ultimate Occlusion Program, both at Hornbrook Center for Dentistry in La Mesa, California.  

Respected by both his peers and patients, Dr. Jani is listed as a  “top dentist” by Castle Connolly and a “top dentist” by Leading Physicians of America. He is a fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and the International Congress of Oral Implantology. Dr. Jani is also a credentialed member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.

Dr. Jani gives back to his community by donating dental services and as a volunteer with the Give Back a Smile and Wish Upon a Smile organizations.

Lanny S. Rubin, DDS, specializes in cosmetic and family dentistry at University Dental Care in New Brunswick, New Jersey. After receiving his undergraduate degree at Rutgers University, he attended NYU College of Dentistry in New York City, where he obtained his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1985. Since then, he has been practicing for over three decades in the ever-advancing art of dentistry.

With more than thirty years of experience, Dr. Rubin has developed a distinct dental practice in Central New Jersey. At University Dental Care, he strives to provide excellent patient care and comfort as well as beautiful dentistry. Dr. Rubin achieves this by building genuine relationships with his patients and taking the time to understand their needs, goals, and desires.

Through continuing education courses, Dr. Rubin remains up-to-date on all changes and advancements in both the cosmetic and family dentistry fields and is committed to delivering state-of-the-art care to his patients.

To make an appointment with Dr. Rubin, call University Dental Care today, or request your visit online.

Dr. Lesia Batorfalvy earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University College of Dental Medicine and completed her general practice residency at Westchester Medical Center in Westchester, New York. She discovered her passion for dentistry when she was only a teenager in high school while she was working at a local dental office. Dr. Batorfalvy has amassed 45 years of overall dental experience, with 25 of those years spent in private practice.

Along with memberships and affiliations that include the likes of the American Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the OKU Dental Honor Society, Dr. Batorfalvy received extensive training in cosmetic dentistry at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies.

Dr. Batorfalvy started Dental Arts of Orange County with the goal to provide patients with the most innovative and advanced treatment options, while remaining gentle, compassionate, and always respectful. When she’s not in the office, you can find Dr. Batorfalvy spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren.

Call or schedule an appointment online today with Dr. Batorfalvy and her caring staff at Dental Arts of Orange County.

Dr. Tristan Lue, received his dental degree from New York University College of Dentistry in 2006 and completed his general practice residency at St. Vincent Mary Immaculate Hospital. He has been practicing for over 12 years in private practice and is proficient in all phases of dentistry such as crowns, bridges, root canals, Invisalign, implants and other cosmetic procedures.  Dr. Lue is a member of many dental organizations such as the CADA (Chinese American Dental Association), Queens Dental Society, NYC Invisalign Dental Study Club and NYC Implant Study Club.

Dr. Tristan Lue is excited to be back in Orange County.  He was raised in Washingtonville, New York and graduated from Washingtonville HS.  When Dr. Lue’s not in the office, you can find him on the golf course perfecting his game.

Call or schedule an appointment online today with Dr. Lue and his caring team at Dental Arts of Orange County.

George Freud, DDS, is a highly skilled dentist who treats patients at Goldstein & Freud, DDS, PLLC, in Newburgh, New York.

Dr. Freud was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated summa cum laude from Yeshiva University in New York City and earned his dental degree from the New York University College of Dentistry in Manhattan. 

Dr. Freud completed a general practice internship at Greenpoint Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. He stays current on developments in his field with yearly continuing education courses and attendance at the Greater New York and Big Apple Dental Meetings. He’s also a member of the American Dental Association, the New York State Dental Association, and the Ninth District Dental Society.

Dr. Freud opened Goldstein & Freud, DDS, PLLC, with Benjy Goldstein, DDS, in 1990, and has been providing exceptional dental services to the community of Newburgh for over 30 years. Outside of his dental practice, Dr. Freud is a highly active member of his community, particularly in the operations of his local synagogue. He enjoys spending time with his 11 children and 27 grandchildren.