Hello, my name is Kris Mendoza. I grew up in Fresno, CA where I fell in love with spending time in the mountains. Influenced by my parents, I knew I wanted to pursue a career serving others and decided on a career in dentistry. I attended the University of the Pacific as a pre-dental student, where I earned my Bachelors of Science in Biology. I continued my studies at the UCLA School of Dentistry where I earned my Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree. During my time at UCLA I served as the President of the American Student Dental Association, representing and advocating on behalf of every dental student in the country. I developed an interest in access to dental services and wanted to help those who would otherwise be unable to receive dental care. This led me to pursue a career in dental anesthesiology, working with various patient populations during my residency at UCLA.

Upon graduation, I was drawn to Colorado for its active and outdoor lifestyle. I continue to work with multiple patient populations all throughout Colorado as a dentist anesthesiologist and enjoy serving those in need. When I am not working, you can find me running trails or climbing mountains! I enjoy working in the outdoor industry and competing in obstacle course races and ultra-marathons. I decided to start RMDA in an attempt to create a better working environment for our patients, our offices, and our staff. I believe that through the service of others, we can create a better experience for everyone!

Credentials:

American Dental Board of Anesthesiology Diplomate

Dental Anesthesiology, UCLA

Doctor of Dental Surgery, UCLA

Bachelors of Science, University of the Pacific