Meet our Team
Our Doctors
Richard J Gochman, DDS
Dr. Richard Gochman obtained his bachelors degree from SUNY- Oneonta, and then attended Columbia University, where he received his DDS degree in 1983. After graduating, he completed a residency program in general dentistry at Bronx–Lebanon Hospital, a division of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
In 1984, he started private practice at his current location in Flushing, New York. Dr. Gochman serves as an attending dentist at Bronx–Lebanon Hospital, where he supervises and lectures for the residency program in fixed prosthodontics (crowns, bridges, cosmetic veneers). His professional memberships include the American Dental Association (ADA), the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA), and the International Dental Health Foundation (IDHF). He is also a former member of the New York Society of Forensic Dentistry.
Dr. Gochman is certified in implant prosthetic restorations from Nobel, 3I, and Zimmer.
He has completed numerous advanced courses on veneers and all-ceramic restorations.
The Consumers Research Council named him as one of the Top 100 Dentists in Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in 2007. He was also named in 2005 Srathmore’s Who’s Who for Business in Dentistry.
Dr. Gochman, a native New Yorker, grew up in Flushing. He currently resides in Long Island with his wife and two daughters. His hobbies include golf, tennis, and coaching his daughters’ softball teams.
Mirjana Sadeghi, DDS Dr Sadeghi, originally from Croatia, spends her free time with her husband and two children. |
Administrative Team
After studying business administration and computer science, Maribel Pina began working as a practice administrator. She has more than 13 years of experience and belongs to the American Association of Office Managers. Happily married, she has two children. In her free time, she likes to read, shop, and listen to music. Maribel loves our team-approach to dentistry and is happy to answer patients’ questions. |
Over the last two years, Gabriella Santos has served as treatment and benefits coordinator. She is currently completing college coursework. Gabriella enjoys developing personal relationships with patients and explaining dental conditions, treatments, and technology. Her hobbies include reading and writing. |
As our administrative assistant, Edwin Garcia remains dedicated to conveying a friendly, welcoming attitude to our patients. Edwin enjoys attending college, playing soccer, and listening to music. |
Clinical Team |
Frieda Enis has dedicated her professional life to dental hygiene. She has been with Dr Gochman’s practice for 23 years. She has seen many patients from childhood to adulthood, helping them correct dental problems and enjoy a healthy smile all along the way. Her three sons and five grandchildren keep her busy outside of the office. When she can, Frieda likes to read great books and travel. |
Karina Romero brings a desire to learn and a passion for her patients to her position as a dental assistant. She has spent four years in this profession and constantly works to expand her knowledge. Karina loves helping the doctors restore our patients’ oral health and bright smiles. |
Diana spent five years working in dental administration, before taking a break to have her first child. In her return to the profession, Diana has taken on the challenge of direct patient care, working chairside for the first time. In a few short months she has adapted very well, enjoys learning new techniques and enjoys helping patients improve their smiles. Outside of the office, Diana devotes her time to raising her young son, and being a devoted wife. |