Dr. Kai Hatch completed his undergraduate studies at Utah Valley University where he received a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science while playing shortstop on the baseball team. During his undergraduate studies he took a 2-year hiatus from school to serve a mission in Lithuania for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where he became fluent in Lithuanian and learned the value of selfless service. He received his dental education at UNLV School of Dental Medicine in Las Vegas, NV. After graduating from dental school in 2019, he served full-time in the US Army where he practiced general dentistry at Fort Hood, TX. After 4 years of service in the Army, Dr. Hatch pursued an endodontic residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Lincoln, NE where he earned a certificate in endodontics. During his specialty training in endodontics Dr. Hatch served as the chief resident and became proficient in all aspects of endodontic treatment with a particular focus on endodontic surgery. As part of his training, Dr. Hatch spent time at the renowned Children’s Hospital in Omaha, NE where he performed endodontic treatment on children and adolescents.

Dr. Hatch is an ABE board eligible endodontist, is involved in endodontic research and has been published in dental research journals. He is passionate about endodontics and loves improving the quality of life of his patients. He considers himself lucky to get to do what he loves every day!

Dr. Hatch and his beautiful wife Patti have been married for 13 years and have 5 children that fill their lives with joy and purpose. The Hatch family loves sports, outdoors and serving in their local church congregation. In his spare time Dr. Hatch enjoys spending time with his wife and supporting their kids in their extracurricular activities.

Education:
Endodontic Certificate, University of Nebraska Medical Center
DMD, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
BS, Utah Valley University

Awards and Recognition:
Chief Resident-UNMC Endodontics
Eagle Scout-The Boy Scouts of America
The American Academy of Periodontology Dental Student Award
The Quintessence Award
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal