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Meet the team

 

Harewood has built an exceptional team of professionals who are ready to provide the highest levels of care, technical ability and experience using cutting equipment and the latest technologies.

Led by practice Principal Olha Medvid you are in great hands. 

Dr Olha Medvid, DDS
Practice Owner & Clinical Director

(GDC Number: 199633)

 

 

 

 

Olha has over 23 years of clinical experience in general dentistry with a special clinical interest in Orthodontics, Cosmetic and  Restorative dentistry. Her commitment to perfectionism and natural propensity for artistic excellence have made her very popular with patients, both adults and children.

Olha is distinguished for treating complex, multidisciplinary cases, but more importantly, loves having the opportunity to see a patient achieve a smile transformation they only dreamed of. She prides herself on taking the time to get to know her patients and build lasting relationships as their partner in achieving optimal oral health.

After graduating from dental school with distinction in Restorative Dentistry (DDS) she completed a Specialist training in Orthodontics. Soon after that she accepted a position as an Associate Professor at the Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics. Olha dedicated 3 years to lecturing students and research in Dentistry.  Olha enjoys adapting latest techniques into her daily practice and frequently attends numerous training workshops worldwide.

Outside of providing advanced dental care for her patients and managing the practice, Olha is married with one son. In addition to her skill as a dentist, Olha used her attention to detail and skill as a pianist. She studied in several specialised musical schools in Europe and completed Grade 8 in piano.

Olha is a certified in Invisalign, 6 months smile, Inman aligner and has been treating her patients with fixed (braces) and myofunctional appliances (such as Myobrace) for 18 years.

Olha speaks English, German, Ukrainian and Polish.

 

Aurelija Korsakaite
General Dentist
(GDC Number: 85993) 

 

 

Aurelija is a general dental practitioner with 25 years of experience in dentistry who provides preventative, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry, including Invisalign and Bioclear (cosmetic composite bonding). She believes that preventative dentistry is the best approach to providing the best possible care to achieve a beautiful and healthy smile. Aurelija is also highly experienced in facial aesthetics.

She is passionate about providing high quality dentistry and has strong communication skills and can put even the most nervous patients at ease.

Aurelija loves spending time with her husband, Markus and daughter Sophia in her free time. She also enjoys exercising and staying fit.

Dr. Marios Hadjicharalambous

DDS, MClinDent Oral Surg (Hons)

Oral Surgeon

(GDC Number: 205517)


Dr Hadjicharalambous qualified as a dentist from the University of Athens, Greece in 2010. He started his clinical career in several Units of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, where he developed a special interest in Oral Surgery and Implantology.

In 2012 he commenced his 3 year specialty training in Oral Surgery (MClinDent programme) at the world-renowned UCL Eastman Dental Institute in London and graduated with Distinction in September 2015. He currently works as a specialty doctor in Oral surgery department at Kings College Hospital where he divides his time doing complex dental surgical procedures and teaching undergraduate students. He has previously worked as Specialty doctor at the Oral and Maxillofacial department in Milton Keynes Hospital and in various private practices across London doing mainly Oral Surgery, Implantology, and dealing with cases involving Temporomandibular Joint Disorders and Oral Pathology.

His areas of clinical expertise are all forms of intraSave-oral surgery including removal of impacted wisdom teeth, removal of benign lesions in the mouth, dental implants and temporomandibular joint disorders. Marios is passionate about delivering modern dentistry based upon the best available research.

He is a member of The Royal Collage Of Surgeons and is awaiting registration as a Specialist in Oral Surgery with the GDC.

Enhanced skills and special interests in: Dental Implantology, Oral Surgery (wisdom teeth extractions, surgical extractions, apicectomies, bone surgery), Oral Pathology ( mouth diseases, biopsies, temporo-mandibular joint disease).

 

Helen Horsfield
Hygienist
(GDC Number:
4068)

 

Helen qualified as a Dental Hygienist from the Royal Army School of Dental Hygiene in 1991; since this time she has diligently continued her professional development so that she keeps up to date with the latest dental health practices as well as relying on her years of experience of treating simple to complex dental health issues.

Helen has worked at Harewood since 1999 and is an active member of our professional body BSDHT (British Society of Dental Hygienists and Therapists). Helen is married with 2 daughters and volunteer is a Unit Leader for Girlguiding.

She is passionate about educating and providing our patients with the knowledge and skills to maintain and prevent dental disease, recognising the importance of this for general health and wellbeing.

 

Dr Rajesh Patede MFDS RCSEd
Implant Surgeon
(GDC Number:154296
)
 


Dr Rajesh Patade graduated from the Guy’s, King’s and St Thomas’ Dental Institute where he obtained his Bachelor Degree in Dentistry (BDS) in 2008. Following this, he went on to complete a year as a Senior House Officer in Oral Maxillofacial surgery at the Luton and Dunstable Hospital. During this period, he completed his Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS) at the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh.

To date he has placed over 400 implants and is experienced in tackling complex cases to restore lost bone volume with block bone grafting and sinus grafting. He is a member of the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI) and has a coveted Diploma in Implant Dentistry at the Royal College of Surgeons England (Dip Imp Dent).

Dr Patade has travelled to the United States and Europe to further his Cosmetic and Advanced Restorative skills and completed a certificate course in Cosmetic and Aesthetic dentistry in 2011. This enables him to treat even the most complex cases involving a mixture of implants and teeth.

Outside of work, he has a passion for travel, which has taken him to South America, the Galapagos Islands and the Far East. More recently, his adventures have been put on pause as he has 3 young children who keep him rather busy and very much on his toes!

 

 

Tanya Brunn
Hygienist
(GDC Number:
3071)

 

Tania qualified at the prestigious Eastman Dental Hospital.

Her first position was at Charing Cross Oral and Maxillofacial department caring for patients after reconstruction surgery.

The opportunity to work abroad took her to New Zealand where she lived and worked at a private practice before getting married and starting a family.

She then entered the world of corporate dentistry working for Shell International before returning to private practice and joining the Harewood team in 2011.

Always up for a challenge Tania has put her adventurous nature to good use... abseiling, sky diving and running half marathons to raise money for charities.

Over the last couple of years her passion has been rowing.

 

Leanne Banasko-Lawson
Dental Hygienist/Therapist
(GDC Number: 5939)

Leanne qualified as both a Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist from Cardiff Dental University in 2001.
This dual training enables her to offer a wide range of skills that your dentist may utilise, including professional dental cleaning, fillings, X-rays, children’s extractions and much more.

She has a particular interest in supporting nervous and phobic patients, and if this is something you experience, she would be delighted to meet you.

Together, you can create a treatment plan that feels comfortable, supportive, and tailored to your needs.

Leanne lives in Windsor with her husband and their three daughters. She leads an active lifestyle, enjoying long walks with her dog and regular visits to the gym.

 

Lauren Murtagh
Dental Nurse
(GDC Number: 181114)

 

I started dental nursing in 2007 and have had a keen interest in particular areas like implants, radiography which I have further qualification in.

With nearly 20 years’ experience I have enjoyed working with the public especially nervous patients trying to build up a relationship to put them at ease. I am chatty, hardworking and enthusiastic.

I have two small children so they keep me very busy. I also enjoy travelling and am a big foodie.

 

Andrea Buckley
Dental Nurse and receptionist
(GDC Number: 151552)

 

Andrea started her Dental nursing career in 1993, qualifying in 1997. She still enjoys all aspects of Dentistry and interacting with our patients. 

Andrea can mainly be found on reception now but her main passion remains being in the surgery working alongside our Dentists. 

Outside of work I enjoy time spent with family and friends, reading and walking. 

Dental Practice


Surrey Dental Practice

Harewood Dental Surgery
Christchurch Road
Virginia Water
Surrey
GU25 4PT

Tel: :  01344 842 476

Email: info@harewood.dentist

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Opening hours

Monday    08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday   08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday      08:30 - 17:30
Thursday      08:30 - 17:00
Friday      08:30 - 14:30
Saturdays   By appointment only
Sundays   Closed

               

Closed for lunch 1:00 to 2:00 PM

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Cancellation policy:
If you do not attend or cancel less than 48 hours before the time of your appointment  and at least 2 working days, before your appointment,  you will be charged a fee if we are unable to fill the appointment with another patient.