Meet the Doctors & Staff
Samer Hejlawy, DDS, MSD
Dr. Hejlawy has practiced general dentistry since 1998. He began his dental career in Syria and moved to the U.S in 2005 to further his education and expertise. He graduated with a Doctor of Dental Science degree from the University of Colorado Denver where he continued to practice general dentistry for two years. During this time, Dr. Hejlawy remained connected to the dental school and volunteered as a clinical instructor, supervising and helping future dentists improve their skills and dental knowledge.
After practicing in Colorado for two years, Dr. Hejlawy joined the advanced endodontic program at The University of the Pacific in San Francisco where he gained his Masters in dental science and Endodontic specialty degrees. He has now an accomplished Diplomat of the American Board of Endodontics–a status of which only 23% of all endodontists accomplish–and also teaches part time at UOP dental school in San Francisco.
Dr. Hejlawy is a member of the American Board of Endodontics, American Association of Endodontics, American Dental Association, and California Dental Association.
I have had the most rewarding experience of being cared for by Dr. Samer Hejlawy. Dr. Hejlawy was very, very conscientious to save my tooth, the one that actually needed the root therapy. My tooth had several serious issues, and Dr. Hejlawy went above and beyond to get me completely healed. Thank you for your efforts!
Dr. Samer is so friendly with good vibes and really knows what he is doing… I appreciate his amazing work. I loved the the nice and kind behavior and how they explained everything to you. It’s been one year now and the result is great. It always feels so lucky to find a great dentist and great human at the same time.
Dr. Auerbach, DDS, MSD
I was trained as a general dentist internationally in Honduras as well as locally, at the University of the Pacific. I have been involved with dentistry for over 20 years and always had a fascination with the art and science behind endodontics. This made me pursue specialty training in the field. During such, I was greatly influenced by many of the top clinicians in our field both clinically and in research. I strive to provide the most comprehensive and research backed treatment to my patients consequently.
As a child, I was blessed to have a wonderful dentist who always provided the best patient experiences. She inspired me to become a dentist and do the same for my patients. As a result, my goal is to make each patient experience as comfortable and smooth as possible. Coming from a family of healthcare professionals, I have a deep understanding and respect for providing compassionate and efficient care. I welcome open discussion with my patients to ensure we not only do what’s best for the tooth but also what’s best for their health. I am excited to get to know each of my patients and look forward to helping in any way I can.
Ruouaa
Ruouaa (Rosie) has more than a decade of experience as a Dental Assistant and Practice manager. Ruouaa is the nexus of our team. Her organizational skills, coupled with her knowledge of dentistry, provide the necessary components of an exceptional team leader. Rosie joined our team in 2020, during the covid shut down and continued to provide emergency dental care for our community. Ruouaa’s passion is to deliver care to patients, reading, spending time with family and friends.
Debbie
Hello! My name is Debbie, I moved here to Vacaville from Sacramento 10 years ago. I was born and raised in Sacramento as well! I love to spend my free time with my children, dog and husband. I enjoy sewing, I always tend to make hats for newborns.
Dental Assistant: Chelsie
Hi, I’m Chelsie. I am native Vacaviliian with over 10 years of dental experience. I love being a dental assistant because helping people get out of pain or enjoy their smile brings me so much joy! In my spare time, I enjoy hiking at Pena Adobe and spending time with my friends and family.
Dental Assistant: Yuliia
Hello, I’m Yuliia. I’m originally from Ukraine and moved to the U.S in 2012. I am a proud military wife, happy mom of two kids and an owner of a very special Bengal cat. I started my Dental Assistant career here in California and I’m so happy being helpful in the dental field. I love traveling with my family and exploring beautiful places around the world.
Dental Assistant: Michelle
Michelle joined our team immediately after finishing Dental Assisting school in 2021. Her passion for dentistry and patient’s care is driving her to excel in everything she does. We count on Michelle in translating to our Spanish speaking patients. Michelle enjoys hanging out with her big network with friends and taking long road trips.
Archie
Archie is a Bengal cat who loves his independence. He is a great hunter, a bug catchers, and a roof walker. He is the most popular cat in the neighborhood because of his unique nature.
Nally
No one has more energy than Nally or can run as fast as she does. She is very happy puppy and can not get enough play time.
Quincy and Theodora
We love to play, but we will eat your treat while you’re not looking. Quincy might have been a dog in a previous life, she loves to play fetch and she is very loving and caring. Theodora is on permanent diet but burritos don’t count.
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