Suburban Life - Main Line/Philadelphia - Issue #11 (November 2023)

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SL_PROFILE_Bryn Mawr Perio_1123_Layout 1 11 / 30 / 23 1 : 05 PM Page 2 club , named for the year female members were permitted to join the Union League , consists of professional and entrepreneurial women who promote educational initiatives and other means of support throughout the Philadelphia area . “ Education opens the mind and opens doors for opportunities , ” she says . “ I was the recipient of many educational opportunities , and now I want to return the favor . ” Born and raised in Ho Chi Minh City , Vietnam , Dr . Keating came to the United States at the age of 17 in pursuit of higher education . She made history as the youngest fellow of the Vietnam Education Founda - tion — and the first female — to have received a full scholarship to dental school . She went on to earn her dental doctorate from the Uni - versity of Pennsylvania School of Dental Med - icine in 2007 , and six years later received her Certificate of Periodontology from the Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry . We give patients whatever support they As she looks ahead , Dr . Keating is excited about the practice’s continued growth . She need to make a positive change in their lives . ” also intends to lend more support to her hus - band , Brendan Keating , Ph.D . , a geneticist who — Dr . HanH Bui Keating , Bryn Mawr PerioDontal associates works at the University of Pennsylvania and is now doing groundbreaking research as a member of the faculty at NYU Langone Health . Keating cites two examples : intraoral cameras , position enables her to develop a syllabus of “ My goal is to continue to improve upon which produce detailed images of the teeth educationalopportunities regarding advance - everything I do , ” she says . “ In my practice , and supporting structures , thereby helping ments in implantology and periodontology we have a high bar , and when we meet it , patients to visualize any issues with their teeth for the DVAO’s membership , which consists we raise it . In my new role with [ the DVAO ] , or gums ; and cone - beam computed tomog - ofperiodontists , oral surgeons , prosthodontists , I want to strengthen the community for all raphy , a high - resolution imaging tool that and general dentists . mycolleagues in the dental profession . Other allows for a more accurate analysis of each She also belongs to the Table 1986 club than that , I want to be the best wife , mother , ? patient’s anatomy . at the Union League of Philadelphia . The friend , teacher , and person I can be . ” “ Our practice has always been at the forefront of technology , ” she adds . “ Not every shiny new thing is going to serve the patient , which is why we only adopt what has proven to be successful in improving the patient experience . As updated we are with our tech - nology , we’re continually reviewing new advances to make sure the patient has the best outcome and consistent results . ” No matter the treatment , Dr . Keating and her team make a point of getting to know patients as people , not just as patients in need of care . “ A lot of patients who come to us have had bad experiences elsewhere , ” she says . “ They’re very anxious when they arrive , but we show them very quickly that they are safe with us . We want patients to have the confi - dence to ask questions , and we take the time to make sure they understand their options [ for treatment ] . We give them whatever support they need to make a positive change in their lives . ” Always Improving Dr . Keating has left an indelible mark on the Bryn Mawr Periodontal Associates community in ways apart from her practice . For example , she recently became the pro - 1201 County Line Road , Suite 201 , Bryn Mawr , PA 19010 gramming chair of the Delaware Valley ( 610 ) 525 - 8485 | brynmawrperio.com Academy of Osseointegration ( DVAO ) . The SUBURBANLIFEMAGAZINE.COM VOLUME 15 ISSUE 3 | 27

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SL_PROFILE_Crouthamel Law Profile_1123 - edit_Layout 1 11 / 30 / 23 11 : 20 AM Page 1 attorney in the Northampton County Public Defender’s office . “ I enjoy digging into the facts of the case , and I like to find legal loopholes , ” she says . “ Some cases are more rewarding than others , but if I can keep someone out of jail or get charges dismissed , that’s going to have a dramatic effect on their life . ” Young , ambitious , and aggres - sive , Crouthamel practices primarily inLehigh and Northampton coun - ties , though she also handles cases in neighboring Carbon and Bucks counties , and as far away as York County . Since founding her firm , she has earned a reputation as someone who goes above and beyond for her clients and never backs down from a challenge . Crouthamel strives to build a trust - based relationship with each client , and then advocates for them “ with passion and perseverance , ” all while being direct . A Tenacious “ I don’t sugarcoat anything , ” she says . “ If we’re going to lose , I’m going to tell you that to your face . Whether it’s a divorce or a criminal matter , my clients are dealing with serious issues . I’m not doing anyone any favors by telling them something they want to hear rather than what they need to hear . “ Nobody calls my office happy , ” she continues . “ Either they need Talent or want to get divorced , are involved in a custody proceeding , need a PFA ( protection from abuse order ) , or require a strong defense for an Known for her preparedness , determination , allegedcrime . I have compassion for people , mixed with legal knowledge , which creates a plan for a case . ” and passion for helping others , attorney It’s not just clients who have taken notice . In the past year , Crouthamel’s dedication , achievements , and leadership in the field of Alexandria Crouthamel leads an all - legal service earned her a place in Marquis Who’s Who Top Lawyers , and she also received the honor of being named one of Lehigh Valley female law firm devoted to guiding clients Style’s “ Most Influential Women . ” In addition , she was interviewed by a documentarian and a prominent podcast about high - profile cases through challenging times . throughout the Lehigh Valley , specifically regarding her work in private cases involving children and youth . by B I L L D O N A H U E | photo by J O DY R O B I N S O N Crouthamelmaintains a busy life apart from her legal practice . She enjoys time at home with her husband and a menagerie of animals — “ Incredibly determined . ” “ Professional , reliable , and empathetic . ” 10 goats , eight dogs , four turtles , and two lizards — and cherishes every “ Without a doubt the best attorney anyone could ask for . ” Scroll through momentshe spends with her grandmother in Bethlehem . She also vol - the online reviews of attorney Alexandria Crouthamel and a theme unteersher time and talents to venerable organizations such as Stephen’s emerges : a fierce yet compassionate fighter who is deeply Place , which is a halfway house in Bethlehem . committed to protecting clients ’ rights and interests in Looking ahead to 2024 and beyond , Crouthamel high - stakes , high - emotion cases . has ambitious plans . Personally , she and her husband “ Our practice is rooted in customer service , ” says intendto start a family and purchase a farm . Professionally , Alexandria Crouthamel , the founder and owner of she expects to grow her practice by adding associate Crouthamel Law Offices , an all - female firm based in attorneys who specialize in criminal law and family Bethlehem , with a second office in Lehigh County . “ I’m law ; she also wants to expand into other areas of a single attorney , but I have four people under me , and specialty , such as personal injury and contract litigation . we’re all devoted to answering clients ’ questions in a “ There’s no way I could have known that this is timely manner and moving their cases forward . If it matters to you , it wheremy life would lead me , ” she says . “ I’ve always been a workhorse , matters to us . ” but I never imagined I would be running a successful all - female law ? Crouthamel roots her legal practice in criminal law and family law . firm of my own . It’s an exciting time , and I’m leaning into it . ” While she enjoys both aspects of her practice , she has a particular passion for helping individuals who face criminal charges . Her interest in criminal defense dates back to her days studying at Alvernia University , Crouthamel Law Offices whereshe majored in forensic science and minored in criminal justice . BETHLEHEM OFFICE The opportunity to intern for Judge F.P . Kimberly McFadden changed 306 S . New Street Suite 110 | Bethlehem , PA 18015 her life , in part because she got the chance to see how a courtroom operated before being a lawyer . She later and still works as an assistant ( 610 ) 428 - 3386 | www.CrouthamelLaw.com SUBURBANLIFEMAGAZINE.COM VOLUME 15 ISSUE 3 28 |

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