Doctors
Dr. Richard Rips
Dentist
I was born in Omaha, NE, and attended Washington University in St. Louis for undergraduate studies in Biology and Psychology. I attended Dental School at Creighton University in Omaha and graduated in 1988. The comprehensive dental education is enhanced with morals and ethics. I was taught to treat friends and put the patient's needs first.
I served as Chairman of the Iowa Practitioners Review Committee of the Iowa Dental Board for 8 years.
I worked in Omaha and Southern Iowa and purchased a practice in 2001. I decided to move west to Las Vegas for the warmer climate. Almost a local now after 3 years.
I love both pets and plants. I have five birds. Morton, my eclectus parrot, is 15 years old and we share the same birthday, July 23rd. He knows 75 words and is very loving. I also have the most adorable puppy, Teddy. He is an apricot-colored Maltipoo.
Dr. Alex Madani
Dentist
I was born and raised in Spring Valley, Las Vegas, Nevada, and attended Southwest Career and Technical Academy for high school. A first-generation dentist, I come from a multicultural background, with parents who immigrated from China and Iran.
I pursued higher education at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where I earned a degree in Pre-Professional Biology before continuing at UNLV’s School of Dental Medicine to obtain a Doctor of
Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. Now a dedicated and passionate dentist, I am committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. I prioritize accessibility, preventive education, and fostering a comfortable environment where patients feel valued and understood.
Outside of dentistry, I enjoy swimming, hiking, and traveling. A passionate fan of hip-hop music, I also appreciate a variety of cuisines, with Persian dishes like kabob koobideh and Chinese dishes such as dim
sum and soup dumplings being one of my favorite foods! As an only child, I value family, culture, and community, which influence both my personal and professional life. I look forward to growing in my profession and applying myself in all the care I provide to all my patients.
Dr. Rachel Mismas
Dentist
Rachel is a Las Vegas native and grew up on Nellis Air Force Base and Sunrise Mountain in NE Las Vegas. Dr. Mismas graduated from UNLV with honors majoring in Biology and minoring in Chemistry. She eventually moved to sunny California to pursue her passion for dentistry at the USC School of Dentistry where she completed additional coursework in anesthesia, oral surgery and pediatrics. Dr. Mismas was one of a few students selected to travel internationally and provide needed dental services through USC's "Ayuda" program.
Dr. Mismas maintained her practice for 9 years - in private practice, community clinics and as volunteer faculty at the USC Herman Ostow School of Dentistry. "I have mixed emotions about leaving Los Angeles but my son and I both need to be closer to my family. I'm really looking forward to seeing them every day."
Eventually, the sunnier skies of Las Vegas could no longer keep Dr. Mismas away and she is here to stay. Dr. Mismas takes continuing education courses to stay educated on new procedures and technologies. Dr. Mismas's dental office, Divine Dental, is not only a product of her passion for dentistry but also an extension of her passion for helping others. "It really is a a great life to have an opportunity to help others every day."
Some notable details about Dr. Mismas -- Her father used to play a Klingon for Star Trek, she tries her best at speaking Spanglish 
and her favorite dish is Fesenjan.
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