Meet Dr Stork
Who We Are
Meet Dr. Stork
I am so blessed to get to do what I love and meet amazing people in the process.
As an orthodontist, I feel honored, humbled, and overjoyed to get to be a part of each person’s life. I love meeting someone new and by the end of the visit parting as friends. Being able to watch first hand their smile journey, seeing their growth, and celebrating the success and confidence a new smile brings is a true joy!
Each person I have the honor to meet and provide orthodontic treatment for brings so much to my life. They are not “patients” to me: each becomes a friend as we get to know each other. I appreciate the opportunity to be a part of their life as my team and I get to walk through life with them for a year or so.
Why Orthodontics?
Growing up, I hated my smile and hid it. My parents couldn’t afford treatment and didn’t think I needed it when I was younger. Finally, after receiving money for my high school graduation, I used it as a down payment towards braces as a college freshman. (My orthodontist was flexible, working with me on both the down and monthly payments).
I loved my orthodontic experience: the team, my doctor, my growing confidence! I knew, then, this was the career for me. To have the opportunity to help others smile and boost their confidence while building relationships, it was the perfect career for me!
Education and Experience
- Northern Illinois University – Bachelors of Science degree.
- University of Illinois at Chicago – Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) Graduated #1
- Mayo Clinic Rochester, Minnesota – Master of Science (MS) and Orthodontic Residency. This program only accepts 1 applicant per year.
- Joplin, Missouri Private practice associate
In Practice
After my dad passed away and much prayer, my wife and I moved to Iowa to be closer to family. June of 2012 we opened Stork Orthodontics. My vision was an office that felt more like family than just a doctor’s office. A place everyone felt comfortable and was excited to come back. A place parents had peace of mind and kids felt confident.
I am deeply honored to have served the community for over thirteen years now. It is amazing to see the physical and emotional change in a person as they journey from being uncomfortable with their teeth to smiling with confidence and ease. I love when our patients finish treatment and they can’t stop smiling.
Continuing Education
I have always loved learning. In residency we weren’t required to attend any continuing education as we were just learning in school. However, I acquired over 100 hours of continuing education during this time. Each year my team and I meet and exceed the state guidelines for education. My drive to always improve and provide the best care for my patients and families will never end. Every day I am in practice, I am committed to being better today than I was yesterday.
Beyond the Practice
Born in Albert Lea, Minnesota and raised in Illinois, I’ve lived in Johnston, Iowa, since 2016, and am thrilled to be raising my family in the community.
My amazing wife of over 18 years, Jenna, has been an integral part of the practice since Day 1. We have three children all gifts from God: Winnie, Wes, and Willow.
My orthodontist and mentor always taught me to keep things in order: God first, family second, and then work. I love spending time with my family and being with loved ones takes top priority when I’m not changing smiles. I love taking daily walks (when the Iowa weather permits), weight lifting, biking, cheering on the Cheifs, dates with my wife, watching my children grow. I’m an avid reader, with a focus on personal and professional growth. I’m consistently learning how to be a better parent, husband, and human, too. I’m finding the Bible to be my absolute favorite!