Dr. Katherine M Hakes, DDS

About Dr. Hakes
Dr. Katherine M. Hakes has been providing comprehensive and up to date dental care in Spokane since 1991. Upon completing her undergraduate studies at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana, she received her dental degree from the University of Washington School of Dentistry where she graduated with honors. This entails being in the top 5 of the graduating class. Dr. Hakes received numerous awards and recognition while in dental school including: Academy of General Dentistry Award, The American College of Prosthodontics Undergraduate Achievement Award, The Teledyne Hanau Excellence in Prosthodontics Award and Omicron Kappa Upsilon Membership.
Dr. Hakes continued her education after dental school into private practice. In 2002, she was awarded a Fellowship by the Academy of General Dentistry – an achievement based upon 500 hours of continuing education courses and at least five years of dental experience. In 2010, she was awarded a Fellowship by the …International College of Dentists.  She continues to expand her knowledge base through the completion of courses during the year, surpassing those required by the State of Washington for licensure. For a listing of continuing education courses taken by Dr. Hakes and her team, please visit our Professional Development page.
Dr. Hakes maintains professional memberships with several organizations including the Spokane District Dental Society, Washington State Dental Association, American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Spokane Study Club and the Las Vegas Institute Study Club. In 2007, Dr. Hakes was elected to the Washington State Dental Association Board of Directors for a three-year term.  In 2008, Dr. Hakes was granted membership status in both the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the Pierre Fauchard Academy.  In addition, she donates her time, expertise and support to various causes including: Washington Oral Health Foundation's Adopt-A-School Program, Washington State Senior Access Program and Washington Oral Health Foundation's 3-Point Play Program. The 3-Point Play Program sends dentists and team members into schools educating students on the virtues of proper oral health care.
Dr. Hakes has been married since 1988 to her husband Harold.  They have three children: Jackie, Nick and Alex.  Dr. Hakes enjoys walks with her family and their dog Duke, traveling, reading and watching soccer matches.
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