Jana
Patient Coordinator
Jana has been working in the dental industry for nearly two decades. She graduated from Turpin High in Oklahoma before attending the Scott Lewis Cosmetology School in Bloomington. She joined the top-rated Edina dental team by Dr. Heidi Brandenburg, DDS recently and has brought her extensive experience and positive attitude to the office. Patients can find Jana at the check-in desk, answering calls, greeting arrivals, and ensuring appointments are running smoothly. Jana enjoys spending her time around people and helping wherever she’s needed.
What makes this practice unique, Jana says, is that it’s an all-women practice. Jana and her coworkers, along with Dr. Heidi Brandenburg, form a dedicated Edina dental team invested in providing a welcoming atmosphere and positive experience for all patients.
Outside of work, Jana enjoys taking walks around the neighborhood and tending to her garden. She also enjoys getting lost in a good book and working on her latest crafting project. Jana loves to travel whenever possible and enjoys taking trips down to Texas to visit her family. At home, she cares for three dogs and four cats.
Kellie
Practice Manager
Kellie attended school at the University of Minnesota and completed additional training at Hennepin Technical College’s Culinary Program and the Lakeland Medical Dental Academy. She received an associate’s degree in culinary arts and a dental assistant license. With three decades of experience in the dental field, Kellie is a valuable recent addition to the Edina Dental Team at Heidi Brandenburg’s practice, bringing not only her extensive experience but also her sense of humor and positive attitude.
Kellie’s interest in the field began at a young age, as she observed her father’s dentistry career. Her organizational skills and compassionate nature enable her to oversee office operations, manage patient scheduling, and ensure that staff productivity remains high. As a key member of the Edina Dental Team, Kellie is also dedicated to helping women persevere through their breast cancer journeys, as she is a survivor herself.
Aside from her duties at the office, Kellie is also a trained chef. She enjoys traveling, cooking new recipes, spending time outdoors, and hanging out with her three pups.
Jenny
Dental Assistant
Jenny is a 1995 graduate of Lakeland Dental Academy, and she’s been an important part of our Edina dental team at Heidi Brandenburg’s clinic for two decades. As a licensed dental assistant, you’ll often see Jenny working chairside with the doctor. Jenny loves working with people, and it’s one of the biggest reasons she chose to pursue a career in dentistry.
She’s stayed with Dr Heidi’s Edina Dental Team for so many years because of the awesome patients, teammates, and doctor. What would Jenny be doing if she wasn’t a dental assistant? She says she’d probably make a living as a professional organizer. Patients and team members alike love Jenny because she’s caring, passionate, competent, professional, and always enjoys a good conversation. In her free time, Jenny is either traveling to an exciting new destination with her family or relaxing with a good book.
Nikki
Dental Hygienist
Nikki has been in the field of dentistry for over a decade and joined the practice in early 2024. She received her education from MSU. As a dental hygienist, Nikki’s responsibilities include preparing patients for treatment and assisting the doctor. Nikki is fueled by her love for talking with patients and helping them in their oral health journeys. She believes what sets the Edina Dental Team by Dr. Heidi apart is the complete and quality care offered here. She loves that there is always something to learn in this environment.
Outside the office, Nikki spends time with her family, running the kids and dog around. She’s involved in her local church doing volunteer work and enjoys hiking and time by the water.
Leana
Dental Hygienist
Leana has worked as a dental assistant since 2016, focusing on educating patients on their treatment and performing assessments and cleanings. The thing she enjoys the most about her job is building relationships with her patients. Leana believes what sets the Edina Dental Team at Heidi Brandenburg’s clinic apart is the strong bonds the staff build with their wonderful patients.
Leana is passionate about her continuing education and regularly pursues new courses. Outside the office, she enjoys reading, working out, and spending time with friends.
