Meet Our Anchorage Staff
Kathy – Office Manager
Hi, my name is Kathy, and I’m the office manager for Priebe Orthodontics. I’ve been with Dr. Priebe since 2003 when he began his practice here. I have a great job! I get to work with many people on our team that I have known for years and really are more like family than coworkers. In fact, one of the team members is my youngest daughter, Jamie. I also love that the practice of orthodontics allows us to build a relationship with our patients while giving them a great smile, confidence, and overall, improving their oral health.
I was born in Wisconsin and came to Alaska with my parents. I graduated from East High and attended the University of Alaska Anchorage dental assisting program. Being in need of orthodontics myself, I became very interested in the specialty of orthodontics and took a position in an office where I was both assistant and receptionist. I have remained in orthodontics for 38 years. I have four grown children and nine grandchildren. I love being a grandmother!
Ruth – Receptionist/Appointment Coordinator
I joined the Priebe Orthodontics team two years ago. If you’re scheduling an appointment, I’m probably the one you’re talking to! I enjoy finding the laughter and joy in life. In my spare time, I enjoy feeding stray cats in my neighborhood. My passions include canning and making jams and jelly, which I enter into the state fair.
Andi – Orthodontic Assistant
I started as a cosmetic dental assistant in 2016 after graduating high school. I switched to orthodontics in 2021 when I began working for Dr. Priebe. I was born in Anchorage and raised on the Kenai Peninsula. I have three children. My husband and I enjoy traveling, good food, and being able to raise our family in our hometown.
Annika – Orthodontic Assistant
I am fairly new to orthodontic assisting as I recently began working here in June 2022. Working for Dr. Priebe has been an amazing experience. I love my coworkers and feel we have a great sense of camaraderie. It’s a great feeling to witness patients feel confident in their smile when treatment is finished! In my free time I love to spend time with my rescue pets, embroider, travel, and try new food.
Miranda – Orthodontic Assistant
I am an orthodontist assistant by day and bartender by night. I have a son named Sebastian (“Bash”). In my free time, I love to listen to true crime podcasts and hang out with my two cats. I’m living my best life!