STAFF DIRECTORY
DENTAL CLINIC
Biographical Info
Dr. John Leffert, Lead Dentist for the University Health Center’s Dental Clinic, has been on staff since 1999. He holds a BBA from UGA in marketing and a DMD from Medical College of Georgia. His areas of interest are endodontics and restorative dentistry.
Biographical Info
Dr. Josh Zaleski joined the health center staff in 2011. He earned a BS in biology from the University of Georgia and DMD from Medical College of Georgia. He is a member of the American Dental Association and the Georgia Dental Association. Before coming to UGA he owned and operated a private practice outside of Atlanta. His special areas of interest are cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, and crowns and bridges.
Biographical Info
Jackie Vaughn joined the UHC dental clinic as a hygienist in March 2023. She graduated with an Associate Degree of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from Athens Technical College in 2006. She worked 16 years in private practice in before joining the University of Georgia. She loves educating her patients on ways to improve their oral health. One of her top priorities is making patients feel comfortable and at ease while in the dental chair.