Dr. Eric Castor grew up in the New England town of Keene, New Hampshire. His sense of adventure led him to a career in the United States Air Force, as a Pararescueman. His military awards and medals include several Aerial Achievement Medals and a Purple Heart.After completing nine years of military service, Dr. Castor attended Valdosta State University and the Medical College of Georgia, graduating with his Doctor of Dental Medicine in 2006. In 2006, he established Lakeland Family Dentistry, where he provides dental services to the citizens of Lanier County and surrounding areas.
Dr. Castor has three amazing children, Madeline, Louden, and Layla. Dr. Castor loves spending time with his family and traveling. He also enjoys pranking his employees, a good adrenaline rush, and any sort of physical challenge. His favorite part of being a dentist is meeting new people and changing lives one smile at a time.
John Rodgers, D.M.D.
Dr. John Rodgers grew up in the small town of Live Oak, Florida along with his five siblings. Dr. Rodgers is very musically inclined, playing multiple instruments and singing since his teenage years. Dr. Rodgers was first introduced to the field of dentistry as a dental assistant serving in the U.S. Air Force.
His initial interest in dentistry grew into a passion over his four years of service. Dr. Rodgers attended the University of Florida for undergraduate studies and received his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences.Dr. Rodgers’ hobbies include playing music and brewing craft beer. He enjoys spending his free time with his wife, Katherine, and their two children, Isaac and Ainsley.
Mindy Lombere D.M.D.
Dr. Mindy was born in Los Angeles, CA., and spent much of her childhood growing up in Hawaii. Her island community gave her a deep love for neighbors, our oceans and the natural world around us. Now, as a dentist, it is this sense of community and commitment that Dr. Mindy takes pride in as she provides oral healthcare for her patients in our community. Dr. Mindy attended California State University for her Bachelor of Science, then went on to Western University of Health Sciences for her Doctorate in Dental Medicine. Dr. Mindy M. Lombere is a member of the American Dental Association.
Dr. Mindy and her husband David have been blessed with their wonderful daughter Zoe, who is their pride and joy. They enjoy family time together with horse riding lessons and their dogs Georgia and Daphne.