Meet The Faculty

Paul W. Bryan, D.M.D., Director of the Rainier Institute of Technology

  • Bachelors of Science, University of Washington, 1978
  • Dental School graduate (DMD) Washington University, St. Louis MO, 1982
  • Award from the Academy of Dentistry for the Handicapped (May 1, 1982)
  • Graduate of United States Dental Institute, Orthodontics, Orthopedics, 1986
  • Member Washington State Dental Association, Pierce County Dental Society

Dr. Bryan is the founder and director of the Rainier Institute of Technology. He received his first college degree from the University of Washington and graduated from Washington University School of Dental Medicine in 1982 as a Doctor of Dental Medicine. he has provided dental care for the residents of the greater Puyallup area for over twenty three years.

Having grown up in the shadow of Mount Rainier he graduated from Sumner High School and was the youngest member of the Sumner Junior Chamber of Commerce winning several awards of merit. In dental school he received recognition from the Academy of Dentistry for the Handicapped for his work in rural communities with the developmentally disabled as well as disabled war veterans.

Dr. Bryan's community service continues to this day with his church involvement and work with the Boy Scouts of America. He is currently the President of Three Circles Washington -- a course of self defense and awareness training to help community members, youth and adults, to learn how to avoid, deter and survive violence in a world of growing turmoil. He and his wife of thirty tow years, Diane, have traveled the country providing this training nationally to both celebrities and inner city families.

In the course of his career he has introduced many interested individuals to careers in dentistry and has personally provided the training to elevate every on who has worked with him to a higher level of expertise and conviction.

He is a senior member of the Galileo Mentoring Group, a nationwide organization which focuses on the study of ethics in medicine and dentistry.

 

Emily Sheffer, Lead Instructor

Emily has had 10 years experience in being a dental assistant as well as working as a financial consultant and advisor for Paul W. Bryan, D.M.D.

She has had excellent hands on experience with staff and patients and does a wonderful job in the dental field, working in all avenues possible. She currently works for Dr. Bryan as his financial consultant and business manager. She is able to step into the back and help with dental duties as well.

Emily has worked as a receptionist, dental assistant, treatment coordinator as well as clinic supervisor. As our lead instructor Emily has had many opportunities to teach and encourage people to attain higher levels of skill. Emily is friendly, helpful and excited to see each of our students excel. She is an excellent asset to the education of all students attending the Rainier Institute of Technology.

 

Sarah Batarsch, Administrative Assistant

Sarah is Dr. Paul W. Bryan's administrative assistant and works closely with him to run the Rainier Institute of Technology, as well as working on projects and different programs for the director. She is in charge of all administrative duties and questions, as well as registration for the program. Most of our students get to know Sarah at the very beginning of their inquiries about our programs. Sarah is our "go to girl" for questions and research.

Sarah has been instrumental in the development of our curriculum. Sarah also is a skilled dental assistant. She has worked as a receptionist and scheduler in the dental field. She is an invaluable asset to our team.

 

Diane Bryan, Admissions and Accounting

Diane has had over 15 years of experience in the workings of the dental office. She has worked as a bookkeeper, financial advisor, receptionist, office manager and has even dabbled in the arts of dental assisting. Currently, Diane works in Dr. Bryan's dental office as a consultant and bookkeeper.

Diane and Dr. Bryan work together in teaching self defence training and they have traveled all over the United States and Canada teaching the program. Working with the Rainier Institute from its conception has been a special delight for Diane. She looks forward to working with students and staff to encourage them to achieve high standards.

Serving on the admissions committee as well as looking to many details of the school's operation, she will continue to contribute to the success of all who participate in the programs of the Rainier Institute of Technology.

If you are interested in enrolling in the Rainier Institute of Technology call us today at 1-253-278-4638.


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