Meet the Team
Our dedicated team is committed to providing comfort, guidance, and the best patient experience possible.
Providers
Dr. Daniel Klauer
Clinical DirectorDr. Klauer, AKA Daniel, AKA DK, has even more credentials than he does nicknames (Doctor of Dental Surgery, Diplomat of American Board of the Craniofacial Pain, Diplomat of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, and Diplomat of the American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine). After attending Notre Dame…
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Heather Banks, NP
Nurse Practitioner – TMJ, Pain, and SleepGrowing up in the small town of Rensselaer, Indiana, Heather dreamt of becoming a teacher (not too far off from educating patients as a Nurse Practitioner). Her loyal, hilarious, and compassionate qualities led her to join the National Guard as a Medic after high school, and eventually pursue a permanent…
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Dr. Sahar Hameed
Pediatric Sleep & Tongue Ties/Lip TiesIf there were Oscar Awards for Dentistry, Dr. Sahar would thank multiple mentors in her acceptance speech (and keep thanking them even as the orchestra played). Dr. Dinaz Gandhi, her oral surgery professor in Pakistan, taught her to look beyond teeth to the patients themselves. Dr. Louis Tarnoff at Temple…
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Krystal Finchum, RDH, COM
Myofunctional TherapistKrystal loves learning almost as much as she loves to practice what she’s learned. She’s earned her Dental Assisting Certificate and her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene and received extensive training in Myobrace, functional frenuloplasty, and Buteyko breathing. If she had a superpower, it would be mindreading (to find…
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Coordinator helps our patients better understand their treatment and benefit options. Additionally, she assists patients in navigating the referral process throughout therapy, allowing patients to spend their energy on what matters most: achieving
Jillian
Treatment CoordinatorJillian has had addresses in Cincinnati, Myrtle Beach, and Tampa, but Michiana is home. A Purdue University graduate, she believes in getting out of one’s comfort zone, because that’s where the growth happens. Jillian loves reading, writing, and exploring new places (in and out of her comfort zone). She’d choose…
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The Practice Administrators for the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre manage all office logistics to ensure efficient operation within the practice. Most importantly, they work daily as advocates for our patients in our referral network to ensure that the proper next steps are taken for their long-term health.
Nicole
Practice AdministrationNicole’s love language is quality time, which is why she owns an Oprah couch (where she hangs out with her daughter and chats with friends and family). She’s passionate about helping her company grow and thrive (which is one of the reasons she would telekinetically send good vibes to others…
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Ashton
Patient ConciergeWhen Ash was a child, she dreamed of becoming a marine biologist. She decided to swap aquatic life for people, working in the service industry for a decade before venturing into the world of dental health. She’s also a mom, a role that fills her with joy and pride. She…
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Elizabeth
Patient Care RepresentativeLiz grew up in Michiana and returned after 16 years away because her family is here (and coincidentally, so is TMJ). Her offbeat sense of humor would take center stage at an office talent show (and make the model teeth chatter at every punchline). If she invented a holiday, it…
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Our development team helps the community better understand the conditions that Dr. Klauer and his team diagnose and treat in children and adults. They work with this area’s medical and dental communities to ensure that we support their practices, and thus their patients, in the most beneficial way possible. The ultimate goal of this team is to bridge communication between the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre and those we serve with the goal of being a true wellness resource for our community.
Bridget
Practice DevelopmentBridget hails from Monroe, MI, a small town on Lake Erie (that only the people who live there have heard of). After attending Saint Mary’s College, she discovered a knack for coordinating, working as a Sales Coordinator, a Marketing & Special Events Coordinator, and a Clinical Practice Marketing Coordinator before…
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Carstyn
Content Marketing SpecialistBorn and raised in the Michiana area, Carstyn is a recent graduate (and first generation college student) of Saint Mary’s College (Go Belles!). Growing up with a fascination of marine life and love of sea turtles, she was pretty sure she would be a marine biologist one day (which is…
Learn MoreCertified TMJ & Sleep Clinical Assistants
Our clinical assistants have been thoroughly trained to assist in diagnosing and treating those seeking our help at the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre. Our patients will tell you that their empathetic nature, professional demeanor, and clinical expertise make them extensions of Dr. Klauer. Whether collecting data for new patients or tracking progress and executing the next steps, their goal is to ensure open communication, clinical excellence, and a smooth (and fun) therapeutic process for our patients.
Lauren
Clinical AssistantLolo loves many things, including Saturday mornings (high-five to the weekend), Alaska (where she hopes to honeymoon one day), and babies (she’d invent a holiday just to celebrate them). Helping patients live without pain feeds her fire, while hanging out with her family and listening to the classics from the…
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Paige
Clinical AssistantPaige loves her adopted home state of Michigan so much she wants to own 50 acres of land up north (that she’d fill with family, Dobermans, and whiskey). She likes exploring the Upper Peninsula with her husband and dogs (Dobermans), kayaking on various Michigan lakes, and discovering new bars and…
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Ethel
Clinical AssistantEthel gets her name — and her nickname, Ekie — from her grandmother, who also inspired her to fill her soul with gratitude. It’s probably why Ekie has had a lifelong dream of serving in the Peace Corps (and why she’d invent a holiday called Unreasonably Awesome Acts of Generosity…
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Brooke
Clinical AssistantBrooke hails from Niles, Michigan (where Muhammad Ali’s son Asaad went to school) and stayed in Michiana because she loves her career. If TMJ held a talent competition, Brooke would wow everyone with her organizational skills (like arranging her co-workers in alphabetical order). She adores her goldendoodles Bower and Cooper…
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Alana
Lab CoordinatorAlana discovered a future in medicine would be the perfect fit for her nearly 20 years ago (and she still loves phlebotomy and helping others). Growing up in Osceola, she spent a lot of time outside playing in her neighborhood’s wooded areas and creek with her friends (and grew to…
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Lindsey
Clinical AssistantA graduate from IUSB with more than 20 years in the Dental industry, Lindsey’s most valuable lessons and experiences were learned on the job through great leadership (shoutout to those incredible mentors!). Born and raised in Indiana, she highly values family (with some strong southern roots), being a mother (to…
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Dr. Mark Cantieri
PhysicianDr. Cantieri grew up three doors away from Johnny Carson (after he moved). Just like his former would-be neighbor, he knew early on what he wanted to be (a doctor, not a late-night talk show host). With his passion for medicine in tow, he left his small farming town in…
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Dr. Anil Rama (Remote)
Sleep Physician & NeurologistA world-renowned, board-certified sleep physician, Dr. Rama has joined TMJ as a virtual team member to diagnose sleep disorders, facilitate sleep studies, and meet with clients through telehealth appointments. He serves as an Adjunct Assistant Clinical Professor at the Stanford Center for Sleep Sciences and Medicine, where he won the…
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If jaw pain, facial pain, or sleep disorders plague you, let us help! The TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre has a treatment plan that is right for you.
