Dental Alumni Board of Directors
The Dental Alumni Board maintains and perpetuates friendly cooperation among Detroit Mercy Dental graduates and prospective students members, helping to further Detroit Mercy Dental's objectives and upholding the highest standards of the dental profession.
For more information about how you can become involved, contact us at dentalar@udmercy.edu.
2021-2022 Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Board
John Dinka, D.D.S. '86
President
Dr. John Dinka received both his undergraduate and Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Detroit. He is involved with the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, Macomb District Dental Society, Detroit District Dental Society, Pierre Fauchard Academy, and the Academy of General Dentistry. He has practiced with his wife Catherine Osinski Dinka, D.D.S. ‘88 in Sterling Heights since 1989.
He is committed to giving back to the community and is a volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America: Council Advisory Council as well as being a member of the Knights of Columbus. When Dr. Dinka isn’t practicing dentistry, he enjoys traveling and working on classic cars.
Mario Tomei, D.D.S. ‘92
Vice President
Dr. Mario Tomei graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Michigan University before earning his D.D.S. from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in 1992. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry as well as the Livonia Chamber of Commerce. With a passion for serving the underserved, Dr. Tomei is a volunteer dentist at Gary Bernstein clinic in Pontiac, Michigan and sponsors numerous church events, food banks, and sports teams. He enjoys spending time up-north at his cottages, boating, snowmobiling, and target shooting.
Dr. Tomei resides in Plymouth with his wife, and their three children.
Marcy Murrell, R.D.H. ‘93, D.D.S.’02
Secretary
Dr. Marcy Murrell earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Detroit in 1993. Always knowing that she wanted to become a dentist, she returned to Detroit Mercy to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2002. Upon graduation, Dr. Murrell earned several awards, including the American Academy of Dental Practice Award, Organization of Teachers of Oral Diagnosis Award, Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Restorative Dentistry, Dental Hygiene Community Service Award, and the Russell W. Bunting Study Club Award for Excellence in Periodontics.
Dr. Murrell practices in Plymouth, Michigan, and is an adjunct clinical assistant professor at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, a clinical consultant to the Dental Advisor, and a member of the American Dental Association, the Michigan Dental Association, and the Detroit District Dental Society. She resides in Northville with her husband, David, and their three children, where she is an active member of the community.
Sarmad Alyas-Askar, M.S., D.D.S. '13, M.S.
Dr. Sarmad Alyas-Askar received his undergraduate degree from Calvin College, and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Detroit Mercy Dental School. After graduating, he completed a General Practice Residency at Summa Health Systems in Ohio. Dr. Alyas-Askar then continued his pursuit of higher education and received his specialty training in Endodontics from Indiana University School of Dentistry. He is currently practicing clinical Endodontics in Livonia, Michigan and is a part-time faculty member for the Endodontic Department at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. Dr. Alyas-Askar prides himself on his commitment to giving back to the community. He is a member of Michigan Dental Association, Michigan Association of Endodontists, American Association of Endodontists, and the Detroit District Dental Society
Sarah Charland, R.D.H., B.S. '17

Eryn Latosinsky, R.D.H. '09, D.D.S. '16
Dr. Huber is a 2009 dental hygiene and 2016 dental graduate of University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. Dr. Huber chose general dentistry for the opportunity to build relationships with her patients and their families. She believes that overall health and oral health go hand in hand and is a strong believer in oral cancer screenings and identifying dental problems early. Dr. Huber held numerous leadership positions while in dental school and also participated in a mission trip to the Dominican Republic.
She has been recognized with the Excellence in Prosthodontics Award, the International College of Dentists' Leadership Award, and the Academy of General Dentists' General Dentist Award. Dr. Huber maintains memberships in the following organizations: American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association and Academy of General Dentistry. In her spare time, Dr. Huber enjoys camping, hiking, cycling, attending concerts, traveling, and practicing yoga. Dr. Huber lives in downtown Detroit with her husband and daughter. She enjoys all the diversity that living in the city brings.
Peter Namou, D.D.S. '17

Richard Raad, D.D.S. '84
Dr. Richard G. Raad attended Wayne State University and studied chemistry before completing his dental education at the University of Detroit Mercy in 1984. He completed The Aesthetic Program at The State University of New York at Buffalo (SUNY) and Implant Prosthetics Training at The Misch Institute. He has studied at The Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida and throughout the country in all disciplines in dentistry. He received his Fellowship Awards in the Academy of General Dentistry in 1998 and the Academy of Dental - Facial Aesthetics. He currently works in private practice in St Clair Shores, MI and enjoys providing excellent dentistry to all the wonderful patients he meets. On his time off, he enjoys spending time with his wife Karen and 3 wonderful kids. He also enjoys bicycling, running and working out.
Richard G. Raad, D.D.S. is a former adjunct professor, Department of Restorative Dentistry University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. He taught preclinical dentistry to DS1 and DS2 dental students and clinical dentistry to the DS3 and DS4 dental students. His areas of special interest are mentoring dental students to be the best dentists in our communities and teaching aesthetic restorative dentistry techniques. He has received recognition from the dental students for teaching excellence.
Benjamin Underwood, D.D.S. ‘15

Jenna Zelek, R.D.H., '01, B.S. '01

Mark R. Mortiere, M.S. ‘82, D.D.S. ‘86

Linda Dobis, D.D.S. '94
