Dr. Mark Prybyl
Dr. Prybyl was born and raised near Buffalo, NY - he is a life-long Buffalo Bills fan. After high school, he moved to Massachusetts and attended the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. In the beginning, he balanced his time between music (Singing & Performance) and Biology with an interest in dentistry. In his Junior year he focused on dentistry but kept music as a serious hobby. His hobby included singing in Lincoln Center, NYC plus 2 tours in Europe. He graduated cum laude with a Bachelor's Degree in Science in 1978 and entered dental school at Loyola University of Chicago later that year.
Dental school curriculum was intense, however, he made time for outside activities. Chicago was the perfect area providing many sports and artistic diversions. He liked the Cubs more than the White Sox, but was never able to warm up to 'da Bears'. Musically, he joined the William Ferris Chorale and participated with them in many concerts. A highlight was when Mark was invited to sing in a special concert for Pope John Paul II with Luciano Pavarotti.
It was during this time that he became more active in church. He came to believe that his musical gifts should be used for praising God and inviting others to do the same. It was at church that he met his future wife, Eileen Minnock, a Pittsburgher who was studying for her MS in Nursing & Midwifery. Eileen returned to Pittsburgh when she graduated changing their relationship to a long distance one. Shortly after graduating with honors in 1982, Dr. Prybyl moved to Pittsburgh with two goals - begin his dental career and continue his courtship of Eileen. They were married in 1983 and have been blessed with 3 wonderful daughters. (Prybyl Family)
Dr. Prybyl has been in the same location in Wexford since he started private practice. He has always had the drive to pursue excellence. This can be seen in his practice, in his personal relationships, and in his church - conveniently located across the street from his office. In 2003, Dr. Prybyl began making annual mission trips to Mexico. He believes it is important to share what he has with others. On these trips he is able to practice his dental skills with people who have little or no access to dentists. At the same time, he is able to share his strong faith in Jesus Christ.
Prybyl Office Staff
Elaine Glad, Dental
Hygienist (Back row, left)
Elaine has worked with Dr. Prybyl for 18 years and is committed to
helping patients learn how to keep their teeth and gums healthy.
Elaine lives in Economy Borough with her husband George and 2 Welsh
Corgi dogs, Gizmo and Yoda. They enjoy camping, the out of doors
and working to improve their home.
Debbie Staley, Office Manager (Back row,
right)
Debbie was born in North Carolina and lived there until
moving to Pennsylvania in 1987. She has a background in social
work and began her career with Dr. Prybyl shortly after arriving here.
She is excited to be a part of this practice and has enjoyed witnessing
God's blessings on the practice over these 20 years.
Debbie and her husband Chuck have 4 children and 6 grandchildren who
live in North Carolina and California. They are active members of
First Baptist Church in Evans City, where they lead a seniors group
called "The Keenagers". They have also served in the mission field
with Dr. Prybyl in Mexico since 2004.
Debbie's idea of relaxation is reading a good book with Samson, her
Labrador retriever, at her side!
Heather Weaver, Dental Hygenist (Front row, left)
Heather joined the practice in February, 2008. She is a 1997 graduate of West Virginia
University Institute of Technology. She currently works part-time and enjoys helping people
improve their oral health.
Heather and her husband, Derek, were born and raised in Charleston, WV. In the fall of 2007
Derek's job brought them to the Pittsburgh area. They currently reside in Baden with their six
year old son, Sam. the move to "the city" has been a big adjustment for the family, but they
enjoy going out and seeing all that Pittsburgh has to offer.
Jenny Cline, Dental Hygenist (Front row, middle)
Jenny is a 2002 Graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental
Hygiene. She has worked with Dr. Prybyl since April of 2004. After a one year sabbatical
following Jacob's birth, Jenny returned to work part-time and enjoys building and continuing
relationships with her patients.
Jenny, her husband Andrew and their son Jacob live with their basset hound Otto in Butler.
We enjoy cooking, playing outdoors and seeing the world through Jacob's eyes as we watch him grow.
Pam McCrumb, Dental Assistant (Front row, right)
Pam has been with Dr. Prybyl since 2004 and in
dentistry for over 20 years. Her responsibilities include seating
patients, assisting with patient care and preparing lab cases. She
enjoys meeting people from various backgrounds and loves getting to know
them as patients. She considers it a privilege to work in a
Christian office with the ability to interact with patients in faith
conversations.
She and her husband of 23 years, Carl, live in Ellwood City with their 2
teenage children, Jacob & Jocelyn. She enjoys spending time with
family and friends while interacting with them in various outside
activities.