Dr. James McDonnell  |  Dr. Eric McMahon  |  Dr. Casey Tenniswood  |  Dr. Brian Shaughnessy


From L-R: Dr. McDonnell, Dr. Tenniswood, Dr. Shaughnessy, Dr. McMahon


James McDonnell, D.M.D.

Dr. James McDonnell is a native of Argyle, New York. He is a 1994 graduate of Fairfield University and, upon graduation went to Harvard University where he earned his DMD degree in 1998. Dr. McDonnell completed his specialty training in pediatric dentistry at The Children's Hospital of Boston. While working at Children’s Hospital, Dr. McDonnell served on the Craniofacial Cleft Palate team, consulted for the Hematology, Oncology, and Cardiology Department and was a clinical instructor in Pediatrics at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine.

Upon completion of his specialty training in 2000, Dr. McDonnell returned to the Capital Region where he established this successful dental practice using an easy-going, light-hearted manner to treat children and educate patients and their parents about good oral hygiene.

Dr. McDonnell and his wife, Amy have 5 children, are active in the community and share a passion for the Boston Red Sox.


Eric McMahon, D.D.S.

Dr. Eric McMahon grew up in California. He is a graduate of the University of California where he studied genetic engineering. After graduation, he worked for one year performing genetic research before realizing that his desire to be around people would not be met in the laboratory. Dr. McMahon earned his DDS from the University of Pacific, School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California. He completed his specialty training at Harvard University’s specialty program in pediatric dentistry at the Children’s Hospital in Boston. He is a kid at heart with a true passion to care for children.

After practicing pediatric dentistry for a short while in the Boston area, Dr. McMahon moved to the Capital Region in 2008 to join our team. Dr. McMahon enjoys the honesty of pediatric patients, and the unique challenges they present.  His Californian, relaxed, youthful sense of humor helps contribute to the relaxed atmosphere that makes our office a place that children want to come.

Dr. McMahon’s interests include sports, photography, and making trips to California to visit his family.


CaseyTenniswood, D.D.S. 

Dr. Casey Tenniswood grew up in Michigan. She is a graduate of Oakland University in Rochester Michigan were she completed a degree program in biology. She earned her DDS at the University Of Michigan School Of Dentistry where, she greatly enjoyed treating and interacting with her youngest patients. She believes that going to the dentist should be an experience children look forward to, and decided to pursue that as her next endeavor. Dr. Tenniswood completed her specialty training in pediatric dentistry at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan where she was the chief resident.

As a child, Dr. Tenniswood loved to go to the dentist. At the age of 13, she announced to her astonished parents that she wanted to become a dentist. In 2009, Dr. Tenniswood became a member of our team and enjoys making children feel at ease, creating happy memories of their visits to the dentist.

In her free time, Dr. Tenniswood enjoys reading, running and visiting family in Detroit and Montreal.


Brian Shaughnessy, D.M.D. 

Dr. Brian Shaughnessy is a native Bostonian who graduated cum laude from Northeastern University in 1991 with a degree in physical therapy. While practicing physical therapy, he decided to pursue a degree in dentistry. He received his DMD from the University Of Connecticut School Of Dental Medicine in 2006, where he served as class president. Dr. Shaughnessy completed his specialty training at Harvard University’s specialty program in pediatric dentistry at the Children’s Hospital in Boston in 2008, during which time he served as chief resident. During his young professional career, Dr. Shaughnessy received numerous leadership and academic awards, including being named “best all around student” at the University of Connecticut.

After practicing pediatric dentistry for a short while in the Boston area, Dr. Shaughnessy decided to join our team in Clifton Park. Since February, 2010, Dr. Shaughnessy has been a member of our team; parents report in numerous testimonies that he is kind, caring and excellent with children, and does an excellent job explaining treatment.

Dr. Shaughnessy and his wife Jordan have three daughters, and a “son,” a chocolate lab.


 


 

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