ACKERMAN TOWSON DENTISTRY - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• Member of the American Dental Association

An East Bay native Dr. Eric Towson was drawn to dentistry by his father, who is also a dentist. He first received his Bachelor of Science degree from Santa Clara University. Then, he graduated from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in 1995. His career began as a captain in the United States Air Force. Dr. Towson enjoyed serving his country while expanding his skills and knowledge as a dentist. After returning to the East Bay, he entered private practice. Dr. Towson enjoys all aspects of the profession, especially cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Towson lives with his wife and two children in Brentwood. He enjoys following English soccer, and spending time with his family. Dr. Towson is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association and Contra Costa Dental Society.

Since 1991, Dr. Ackerman has served the dental needs of East County Families. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Northwestern University Dental School in Chicago, Illinois. He also received a distinguished Fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry for completing over 500 hours of study in a wide variety of dental disciplines and passing an extensive, all day exam. Always expanding his professional knowledge, Dr. Ackerman has completed extensive additional training in the areas of Orthodontics and T.M.J. (Temporal Mandibular Disorders). Dr. Ackerman and his family live in Brentwood and are active in the community. He enjoys all sports and believes in giving back to the community. He has the privilege of brightening the smiles of people in worlds far different than ours by building play structures in DaNang, Vietnam and volunteering his dental skills in Chad, Africa.

Dr. Madisetty, or "Dr. Viggy" as his patients refer to him, is a laid-back, caring dentist who provides comprehensive dental care and enjoys educating patients on improving and maintaining their oral health. Dr. Madisetty attended the University of California, Riverside where he achieved his Bachelor's degree in Biology. He found dentistry as a way to blend his love for science, his desire to help others, and his natural artistic abilities. He attended dental school at Case Western Reserve University, in Cleveland, Ohio. After graduating from dental school, Dr. Madisetty did a one-year general practice residency at Summa Health in Akron, Ohio.