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With Crossroads since 2020

Utah Physician Assistant Program, Salt Lake City, Utah

Eagle Scout

Mark has been a Physician Assistant for 26 years, with time spent across a wide variety of specialties. He has been in Family Practice with Crossroads since 2020.

After time in the Military, he attended the Utah Physician Assistant Program, Salt Lake City, Utah. “Go Utes!”

Mark enjoys working with patients on their health goals, and loves being able to help people every day.

Mark is an Eagle Scout, as are his two sons. He also enjoys Judo, scuba diving, and riding his motorcycle.

Favorite Quote: ““Once more into the breach dear friends!””

With Crossroads since 2021.

Graduated from Tyler Junior College.

Driven by love of family and the happiness of patients after cleanings.

Karina joined the Crossroads family in 2021 as a Registered Dental Hygienist. She is easygoing and passionate about dental care, allowing patients to feel comfortable after each interaction.

While attending Tyler Junior College, Karina was grateful for her support system and new friends that witnessed her becoming a stronger person.

She is driven every day by her love of family and the happiness of patients after cleanings.

When at home, Karina enjoys spending time with her family, along with her three dogs (Evee, Maji, and Ramona) and two guinea pigs (Dobby and Biggie Smalls).

Favorite Quote: “We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone.” – Ronald Reagan

Dr. Elmajie’s academic journey began at the Dental School of Garyounis University in Libya, where he completed his undergraduate studies. He then pursued advanced education at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, earning a Certificate in Advanced Education in Public Health Dentistry (DPH) and a Master of Science in Dental Public Health (MSD) in 2014. Certified as a public health specialist by the American Board of Dental Public Health (ABDPH) in 2015, he further honed his skills through postgraduate training in General Dentistry at Boston University, obtaining a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in General Dentistry (AEGD) in 2016.

Embarking on his professional journey as a general dentist at the Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center in Massachusetts, Dr. Elmajie accumulated extensive experience serving underserved communities in New England. Following a heartfelt decision to relocate to the vibrant state of Texas with his wife, he has been an integral part of Crossroads Family Care for four wonderful years. Recently, Dr. Elmajie joined a private practice in Tyler, Texas, with plans to return to Crossroads on a part-time basis starting in January 2024.

Actively engaged in various professional organizations, including the American Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), Texas Academy of General Dentistry (Texas AGD), American Association of Public Health (AAPH), and American Association of Public Health Dentistry (AAPD), Dr. Elmajie is committed to both his professional and personal pursuits. Beyond dentistry, he finds joy in traveling, maintaining an active lifestyle through exercise and tennis, and treasuring special moments with his family. His favorite quote embodies his belief in the transformative power of helping others achieve: “Some of the biggest achievements of your life will come from helping others achieve.”