Dr. Samuel U. Rodgers believed that health care was a basic human right. His vision to ensure quality, accessible care regardless of ability to pay led to him founding the health center fifty years ago.
We're here because we love what we do. Hear from three Sam Rodgers Health Center providers about how they help create a safe space for families.
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Chief Dental Officer
Dr. Amanda Whiting, DDS, is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), Missouri Dental Association (MDA), Greater Kansas City Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry, Missouri Coalition of Oral Health, and the Oral Health Network of Missouri.
She has 11 years of experience as a dentist and has been with Sam Rodgers for 5 years.
Locations and Availability
Downtown, Monday-Friday
Languages
She primarily speaks English but has basic Spanish and Somali language skills.
Types of Visits
Dr. Whiting sees patients for a full spectrum of services:
Preventative care, fillings, extractions, root canals, dentures, and implant restoration
Why She Loves Being a Provider
“The drive to care for others has always been a piece of who I am. It was my motivation to seek a career in health care and the reason I love my job. When I was a child I remember having to create a timeline for the next 20 years of my life in school. It always culminated in me becoming a doctor. I love developing relationships with my patients and watching their health improve.”
Dental Hygienist
Bre’A Williams
Dentist
Ramin Aris, DDS
Bethany Vandevender, DDS
Miranda Jimenez, DDS
Michelle Perez, DMD
Melissa Rahmeier, DDS
Mahdokht Farahani, DDS
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