Experienced Dentists in Phoenix, AZ
Dr. Marissa Rubio-Ellis
Senior Doctor
Dr. Marissa Rubio-Ellis is what some people might call a Disney adult. Growing up in Southern California allowed her to be exposed to Mickey and friends along with the magic of Disney and she does her best to incorporate fun into her practice and day to day life. If she’s not at the office, chances are good that she’s at Disneyland!
Before graduating from Creighton University with a BS Biology and BA in English, she fell in love with her husband, John and decided to stay at Creighton for dental school. After graduating with her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1998, she and John packed up and moved to his hometown of Phoenix, Arizona and set down their roots closer to family.
Besides being a current member of the American Dental Association, the Central Arizona Dental Association, and the International Association for Orthodontics, Dr. Ellis works hard at staying up to date on the latest and greatest dental techniques. She has even been known to take her team to Disneyland–rather the California Dental Association meetings in Anaheim, to stay current on technology.
In her spare time, Dr. Ellis is a certified Jazzercise instructor, a SCUBA diver, and an avid Arizonan Diamondbacks fan. However, at the end of the day, her favorite thing to do is spend time with her husband and their two children, Bernie and Reef.
Dr. Manoush Farzin
Dr. Manoush Farzin graduated from Midwestern University Dental School in Downers Grove, Illinois. Additionally, she completed a General Practice Residency at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Illinois. Prior to attending dental school, Dr. Farzin received a B.S. in Molecular Bioscience and Biotechnology and an M.S. in Biology from Arizona State University.
Dr. Farzin is a member of National Dental Honor Society (Omicron Kappa Upsilon), American Dental Association, Arizona Dental Association, and Spear Education.
Dr. Farzin is passionate about all aspects of dentistry, especially patient education, preventative care and esthetic dentistry. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, working on art projects, trying new foods, hiking, traveling and scuba diving.
Dr. Amanda Rael
Dr. Amanda Rael is originally from New Mexico, where she attended the University of New Mexico and obtained her Bachelor of Science degree. She then received her Doctor of Dental Medicine from A. T. Still University – Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health along with her Certificate in Public Health- Dental Emphasis. Upon completion of dental school, Dr. Rael chose to pursue a one year residency in advanced education in general dentistry (AEGD) at the University of New Mexico Hospital back home in Albuquerque. While in residency, Dr. Rael was exposed to many aspects of dentistry, including management of medically complex patients, as well as surgery and hospital based dentistry.
When Dr. Rael is not at the office, she loves to spend time with her wonderful husband and their two young children. She enjoys reading, yoga, team trivia, and all that motherhood has to offer. Dr. Rael is committed to continuously furthering her education and is an active member of the American Dental Association (ADA) as well as the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
Dr. Brent Woodmansee
Dr. Brent Woodmansee completed his undergraduate education at Arizona State University, where he graduated in the top 5% of his class and earned degrees in finance and marketing. He then achieved his doctorate of dental medicine at Midwestern University, where he also graduated in the top 5% of his class. Lastly, Dr. Woodmansee finished a Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency with the United States Air Force, earning the title of Advanced Clinical Dentist during his 9 years of service in the military.
Dr. Woodmansee also earned the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology-College of Sedation in Dentistry Master Certification. In addition, Dr. W has taught over 75 nurses, physicians, and dentists as a certified American Heart Association-Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor. His post-graduate education has provided him additional training in the areas of IV sedation, oral surgery, dental implants, management of medically compromised patients, and the latest advances in dental technology.
Dr. Woodmansee is a member of multiple professional societies, including the Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Society of Anesthesia, and the American Dental Association.
Outside of the office he enjoys hiking, off-roading, and skiing. Dr. Woodmansee is a Phoenix native and an avid Arizona State Sun Devil and Cardinals fan. Though he enjoys his hobbies and practice, his favorite time is spent with his wife, Lindsay, and three children Harper, Sloan, and Emerson.