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Walter Villanueva, D.D.S, is a native of Rochester, New York, who moved to Phoenix, AZ to promote healthy smiles in July of 2009. Dr. Villanueva practiced Pediatric Dentistry for several years across the country prior to bringing his talents in dentistry to Kidiatric Dental. Dr. Villanueva graduated and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the New York University of Buffalo - School of Dental Medicine.

After finishing his dental education, he moved to New York City where he received additional training at an advanced postdoctoral program in the field of pediatric dentistry at Lutheran Medical Center Hospital. Dr. Villanueva holds an active membership in the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and is a diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. For fun, Dr. V enjoys spending time hanging out with his family, friends and two Yorkie dogs. When he is not in his vegetable garden sipping his morning coffee enjoying nature, he likes riding his motorcycle, camping, and going for hikes in the desert. Dr. V loves to travel and has recently taken up sailing as a new hobby.

Dr. Mike Phillips, D.D.S. is a pediatric dentist with over 20 years of academic experience serving as a clinical attending for the Children’s Hospital of Buffalo (CHOB) with the University of Buffalo. Dr. Mike joined Kidiatric Dental in December of 2015 and quickly became a member of the Kidiatric family. Dr. Mike enjoys hiking in his spare time, playing with his dogs, and exploring our glorious Arizona mines for minerals and gems.

Dr. Heidi Huh was born in South Korea but grew up in Walnut Creek, CA. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from University of the Pacific through a six-year accelerated program. After completing one year of general practice residency at University of Nevada-Las Vegas, she completed three years of specialty residency in orthodontics and received a Master of Business Administration from Roseman University of Health Sciences, Advanced Education in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics and Master of Business Administration (AEODO/MBA) Residency Program in Henderson, NV. She then followed her husband to practice in the Valley of the Sun.

Dr. Huh believes a smile is infectious and powerful. Her goal is to give each patient a healthy and confident smile to spread positive energy around. She listens to each patient’s needs and is committed to providing quality patient-centered care. In her spare time, Dr. Huh enjoys singing karaoke, traveling, hiking, and exploring new restaurants.

Dr. Huh is a diplomat of the American Board of Orthodontics and a member of American
Association of Orthodontists.

Dr. Parker is passionate about her career as a pediatric dentist. She takes joy in transforming dental care into a delightful journey for young patients. A graduate of University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine and NYU Langone Health, Dr. Parker combines expertise with a friendly demeanor to create a warm and welcoming environment.

She is an empathetic dentist with a holistic approach to life. Beyond the dental chair, Dr. Parker unwinds on the tennis court, finds solace in nature through hiking, explores new worlds in books, embraces the adventure of travel, and nurtures mind and body with the practice of yoga. She is a committed advocate for both oral health and a well-balanced lifestyle.

 Dr. Martinez obtained his Bachelor of Science degree at Arizona State University.  He then went on to complete a Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences at the Rutgers Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences in Newark, N.J.  He obtained his D.M.D. at the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health. Following dental school, Dr. Martinez completed his pediatric dental residency training at the Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center in New York City.  There he received extensive training in all aspects of pediatric dentistry including sedation and hospital dentistry.  Dr. Martinez is a board certified pediatric dentist and a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.  He is also a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

Henry Martinez DMD, MBS, FAAPD
Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Fellow, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Sabita Rao, originally from the United Kingdom, completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Boston University, School of Dental Medicine in 2004. She completed a further two years of specialized residency training to receive her Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from the Lutheran Medical Center program, in Maine. During her time in residency, she was recognized for her research project focusing on the importance of establishing a dental home for children.

After completing her studies, she has worked in public health, private practice, and academic dentistry. Dr. Rao is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the College of Diplomates. She relocated to Phoenix Arizona in 2016 and has been following her passion of providing dental care to children ever since.