Meet the Staff

Daria

Office Manager / Treatment Coordinator

Hello there! As the new patient Treatment Coordinator and Office Manager, I keep very busy. I love working with our new patients and their families in understanding the orthodontic process and getting excited with them to start their orthodontic journey. I have worked for Dr. Luddington since December 2000, and I love working in such a friendly and professional environment. My favorite part of my job is the smiles! It always makes my day when our patients get their braces off and just smile from ear to ear. I also enjoy their excitement when we schedule the date for them to get braces on because they are on their way to a beautiful new smile!

My husband Ralph and I have two married sons, one daughter, four granddaughters, and two grandsons!

 

 


 

Pam L.

Financial Coordiantor 

Welcome! I joined Luddington Orthodontics in March 2009.  I am the financial coordinator, and I keep busy by setting up contracts with patients and helping them make the most of their insurance coverage. I truly enjoy working with both the patients and staff in our office. We have a lot of fun here and it makes for a great work environment as well as a welcoming atmosphere for our patients!

My beautiful family includes my husband Bruce, and our nine children and 24 grandchildren. In my free time, I like to be with my family, read, snowshoe, and go on bike rides with Bruce.


 

Pam H.

Clinical Coordinator 

Well Hello!  My name is Pam and creating confident smiles is what I help do.  I love working at Luddington Orthodontics and meeting so many amazing people.  Getting to know our patients and helping them love their smile is one of the many things that make my job the best.  I have been with Dr. Luddington since July 2012 and have enjoyed every minute of it. 

When I'm not working, I spend time with my family and cuddling my cute puppy (Shadow) and being with my sweet boyfriend.  I am a nerd and enjoy things like Dungeons and Dragons.  I also love to read books.  


 

Merrilee 

Scheduling Coordinator 

I'm Merrilee and I was born and raised in Utah and will always call it home. I joined Luddington Orthodontics in March 2018. 

I love helping our patients from their very first phone call through the day they finish their treatment and finally have the smiles they have always dreamed of!  The Smiles on everyone's faces on the day they get their braces off is what makes my job worthwhile. 

In my spare time I love to crochet and always have 2, 3, or 12 projects going at one time.  I also love travel and am usually planning my next adventure.  My very favorite thing, though, is spoiling my nieces and nephews - "Favorite Aunt: is a title I wear with pride! 


 

Melanie

Records Tech /Assistant

Melanie joined our team inSeptember 2022.  Melanie is a very valuable part of our team, currently attending Hygeine School.  We wish her the very best. 

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Rachel

Clinical Assistant

I joined Luddington Orthodontics in September 2024.  I love being an orthodontic assistant and getting to know our patients throughout their orthodontic journey! One of my favorite parts of my job is watching their confidence grow as they see their smiles transform. I feel so lucky to work with such amazing patients and be part of their experience.
 
Outside of the office, you’ll usually find me doing anything active/outdoorsy like hiking and camping. I love to run go to the gym and I am a wannabe golfer:) When I am not doing any of those things you will find me with my husband and our cute Rottweiler dog 

 

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Hannah

Clinical Assistant

Hannah joined our team October 2025. We are loving getting to know her.  We are so glad she is part of our team. 

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Vanessa

Clinical Assistant

I joined Luddington Orthodontics in March 2026.  I’m a 32-year-old mom of three beautiful children who inspire me every day to be the best version of myself.
 
I’m someone who values hard work, honesty, and genuine connections. Outside of work and family life, I love spending time outdoors—whether that’s paddle boarding, fishing, riding razors and dirt bikes, exploring new places, enjoying nature, camping, or simply making memories with the people I love most.
 
I’m passionate about growing, learning, and taking on new opportunities. I believe that life is about finding joy in the little things, building strong relationships, and making the most of every opportunity that comes your way.

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Rae

Clinical Assistant

Rae joined our team July 2026  . We are loving getting to know her.  We are so glad she is part of our team. 

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Maddie

Clinical Assistant

Maddie joined our team in July 2026 . We are loving getting to know her.  We are so glad she is part of our team. 


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Gaby

Records Tech 

Gaby joined our team in June 2026 . We are loving getting to know her.  We are so glad she is part of our team.