Meet Eric Velk, DDS

Dr. Eric D. Velk has lived in the area for the past 33 years. He is a graduate of Lake Elsinore High School. He attended St. Mary's College where he played Division I baseball and received his BS in Biology/Chemistry in 1992. Dr. Eric graduated with his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry in 1996. He received an academic scholarship from the United States Navy where he served as a Lieutenant Commander. After completing an Advanced Education in General Dentistry program at the Naval Dental Center San Diego, he served one additional tour of duty on the USS Constellation, CV-64.

Professional affiliations include Membership in the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Tri-County Dental Association, Spear Study Club and Pankey Institute Study Club.

In 2001, he and his wife, Dr. Angela Velk, started Velk Family Dentistry at their current location. They have been married for over 20 years and have two children. Dr. Eric enjoys tropical vacations, golf, and scuba diving.