Downtown Endodontics
Meet Dr. Elena Kan DDS, MS
Elena Kan DDS, MS
Dr. Elena Kan is a Board-Certified Endodontist (ABE). This prestigious certification is held by approximately one-quarter of practicing endodontists.
Dr. Kan earned her Certificate in Endodontics and Master of Science degree through the 3-year post-doctoral graduate specialty program in the Department of Endodontics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry. During her residency, she conducted research on “Periapical Microsurgery: The Effects of Locally Injected Dexamethasone on Post-Operative Healing,” examining how steroids can reduce pain and recovery time. Her findings were published in the Journal of Endodontics, Volume 42, Number 11, November 2016—one of the field’s leading publications.
Dr. Kan holds licenses to practice in Florida and North Carolina. She is a member of the American Association of Endodontists and the Florida Endodontic Association.
Originally from Russia, Dr. Kan graduated from the Omsk Regional Medical College with a degree in dentistry. She spent a decade practicing general dentistry in Omsk before moving to the United States. There, she worked in a dual clinic environment as the senior dentist at one location that employed 11 dentists. Her broad background in operative procedures, cosmetic restorations, and pediatric and family dentistry provides her with a distinct perspective as a specialist.
After arriving in the U.S. in 2003, she learned English and adapted to American life. Dr. Kan completed dental school in the United States again, graduating from the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. She then pursued specialized training in Endodontics at UNC.
Outside the office, she enjoys traveling with her husband, Mike. She’s also interested in reading, cooking, yoga, and beach walks.
Meet Our Team
Mariia Topchii
Mariia relocated from Ukraine to Toronto in 2022, where she started working as a dental assistant. After a year and a half in Canada, she chose to move to sunny Florida and settled in St. Petersburg. Downtown Endodontics brought her on board within two weeks of her arrival from Canada.
She’s outgoing and thrives on connecting with people. Watching patients leave with healthy, bright smiles is what makes her work rewarding. She’s energetic and always on the move. She finds satisfaction in helping procedures run smoothly for both patients and the Doctor. Mariia is fluent in Ukrainian, Russian, and English. She works on improving her English daily while continuing to develop her assisting and radiology abilities. When she’s not at work, she stays active with sports, rides her electric scooter, studies English, and takes walks in the park.
Megan Dougherty
Originally from Denver, Colorado, Megan has lived across the United States and now considers Florida home. Outside of work at the clinic, she spends her weekends camping, kayaking, or at the beach with her two dogs.
Shelby Locke
Shelby-Marie was born in Tampa, Florida, and grew up in the state’s panhandle. She discovered her passion for helping others and showing kindness at a young age. Driven by principles of hard work, compassion, and service, she attended ATA Career College and graduated in 2018 with a Radiology License and an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) License. These credentials began her career in dentistry, a field she enjoys for its combination of technical expertise and patient interaction. Shelby finds satisfaction in calming patients’ nerves and building their confidence, and she’s fulfilled by improving their quality of life through her work.
