Meet Our Team

The team at Orchard Dental are experienced, gentle and understanding. You can be assured that any questions will be happily answered.

With great knowledge behind them, our team pride themselves on the quality of treatment and care we provide to our patients.

Meet our team of Professionals…

Dr. Isidoro Ferlito B. Sci (Syd), B. Dent (Syd) – Dentist

Dr. Isidoro Ferlito graduated from a Bachelor of Science (Syd) in 2001 and went on to complete a Bachelor of Dentistry (Syd) in 2005. Since then Dr. Ferlito has worked full time at various dental practices in metropolitan and rural Sydney. In 2008, Dr. Ferlito joined the long-running practice at Orchard Dental and has been our principal dentist ever since.

His dental interests are in general dentistry and he has a passion for thorough diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment.

He is involved with regular continuing education and practice management courses.

Dr. Ferlito’s Philosophy

Dr. Ferlito’s passion is in creating a warm practice that welcomes all those who enter. He believes in thorough examination techniques, leading to the education of his patients. With education comes prevention of dental disease and ideal oral health. Dr Ferlito married his wife Francesca in 2009 and has a young daughter and son, Sofia and Marcus. He also enjoys playing several musical instruments.

Dr. Ellen Tsang B.D.S (Syd) – Dentist

Dr. Ellen Tsang graduated from a Bachelor of Dentistry (Syd) in 1992 and has been working at Orchard Dental for over 10 years. Dr. Tsang also has a young son and relates well with children. She is renowned for being gentle and caring and is a great asset to the Orchard Dental Team.

Dr. Keertana Ventkateshwar BHSc (Dent) M/DENT – Dentist

Dr Keertana Ventkateshwar graduated from Latrobe University Victoria.

Dr Keertana is a lovely, caring and friendly female dentist.  She highly values preventative dentistry and believes in early identification of Oral diseases.  Keertana enjoys treating and providing dental education to patients of all ages.

Her hobbies include dancing, swimming and playing tennis.

Esther Rutherford BOralH,Syd. – Oral Health Therapist

Francesca is the talented wife of Dr Isi.  All the decorative pieces you see around the Practice are all of her handiwork. She is a busy Mum to Sofia and Marcus and is always willing to help us here in the Surgery when needed. 

Sheryn – Front Office Co-Ordinator

Sheryn is our wonderful face of the Practice. She has over 40 years of customer service experience in the Finance, Retail and Health sectors. She holds a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, Certificate IV in Front Line Management, Certificate III in Dental Assisting as well as a Diploma of Practice Management and Business Administration. 

Lerlyn – Dental Assistant

Lerlyn is our most experienced Dental Nurse. She has had numerous years working in Dental Practices and amassed a wealth of Knowledge which she enjoys passing on to our youngest Team Members. She has a lovely and caring nature and ensures that all of Dr Ellen’s patients are well taken care of.  

Felicity – Dental Assistant

Felicity is our newest member of the Team. She has a lovely and caring nature. She will soon begin her Certificate III in Dental Assisting to further her training.

Mia – Dental Assistant

Mia has a lovely and friendly personality which complements her caring nature. She enjoys working with all of our Practitioners and assures us she does not have a favourite !

Hanaa – Dental Assistant

Hanaa is currently studying to be an Oral Therapist. She has a lovely bubbly personality which shines though when you meet her.

Courtney – Dental Assistant

Courtney is currently studying for her Bachelor of Medical Sciences and is hoping to move into Dentistry. A friendly young lady who is working alongside our Dental Practitioners who are guiding and mentoring her towards her future career.