Meet the Team
Dr. Huy Tran – Principal Dentist
Dr. Huy Tran graduated with First Class Honours from the University of Queensland in 2003,
and has since worked predominantly in the South-East Queensland district. He has a pleasant
and caring chair-side manner and ensures his patients feel as comfortable as possible whilst
under his care.
Huy enjoys practicing in all aspects of general dentistry, but has special interests in
the management of children and cosmetic dentistry. He also likes to keep up to date with new
developments in the dental industry through regular continuing education courses. In his
spare time, you will either see Huy involved in some minor home renovating, traveling or
planning for his future travels.
Dr. Jenny Loi – Principal Dentist
Dr. Jenny Loi graduated from the University of Queensland
in 2001 with a Bachelor of Dental Science. Since graduation, she has been working full time
in private practice and continually attends lectures and seminars to advance her skills.
Jenny has a very friendly and caring nature. She is gentle, a great listener and very
family-orientated, having four kids of her own. She is committed to providing the highest
standard of patient care. During her free time she loves to spend time with her family,
shopping and traveling.
Dr. Andy Pham - Associate Dentist
Dr. Andrew Pham graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor
of Dental Science. He is a member of the Australian Dental Association and regularly attends
continuing education seminars and courses. Andrew has a passion for dentistry, taking
special interest in treating your children and believes that a fun and positive first
experience is paramount to keep them coming back. Most recently Andrew has completed
extra study and broadened his expertise in the area of snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apneoa and
the effects this severe medical condition has on people of all ages.
Feel free to discuss
treatment options with him at your next dental appointment. Most recently Andrew has
completed extra study and broadened his expertise in the area of snoring and Obstructive
Sleep Apneoa and the effects this severe medical condition has on people of all ages. Feel
free to discuss treatment options with him at your next dental appointment. Outside of
dentistry, you might find Andrew traveling, playing golf, fishing or spending quality time
with family and friends.
Dr. Benjamin Greenlees – Associate Dentist
Dr. Benjamin Greenlees is a Brisbane local, attending
Ipswich Grammar School, the University of Queensland, and finally Griffith university where
he was awarded a Griffith award for academic excellence for his dental studies. Ben takes
pride in putting patients at ease with his calm and gentle manner, and enjoys the variety
that comes with general dentistry.
Above all else, Ben enjoys chatting and having a laugh
with patients; just don't get him started on sport or travel! When he's not discussing
sport, or off traveling, he will no doubt be spending time with his young family; enjoying
good food and wine with friends; volunteering his services in remote PNG villages, and
generally enjoying life.
Dr. Tish Lo – Associate Dentist
Dr. Tish Lo was born and raised in Canberra, Australia. She moved
to Brisbane to study dentistry at the University of Queensland, and since then has been
living and working in Queensland. Tish believes passionately in oral health education, and
currently serves as a Councillor for the Australian Dental Association Queensland (ADAQ),
and the Convenor of the Oral Health Promotion Committee.
With her caring and bubbly
nature, combined with experience in delivering care to children and seniors, Tish can
provide dentalcare to your whole family. She enjoys getting to know her patients, listening
to their concerns, and supporting them in their journey to a healthy and beautiful smile.
Outside of work, Tish enjoys exploring the Brisbane dining scene, cooking, yoga and watching
musicals at QPAC.
Esther Waldburger – Practice Manager
Esther comes to Hawthorne Dental with over 16 years experience in the dental industry.
She has worked in all areas of dental, from dental assisting and clinical management to
reception. Esther is highly experienced and has competed a Diploma in Practice management
as well as participating in continuing training and education programs. However, you will
still regularly see Esther in the surgery, as she has a strong passion for hands on dental
assisting and patient care.
She is warm, caring and will do her very best to ensure your time
with us goes gently, smoothly and efficiently. She welcomes any suggestions you may have to
help us improve our services and is happy to assist all our patients in any way she can.
Esther loves getting outdoors and keeping active, and when she is not as work she is most
likely at the beach, running a trail or trekking a mountain.