Our Team

Dr. Fibronia Georges is the proud owner of Bay Ho Family Dental. She began her journey at the practice in 2013 as a pre-dental student under the mentorship of her uncle, Dr. Waleed Stephan. After earning a double major in Biology and Psychology from UC San Diego, she went on to receive her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Western University of Health Sciences, graduating #1 in her class and earning induction into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society.

 

With a strong foundation in clinical excellence and compassionate care, Dr. Georges is currently completing her orthodontic residency at Loma Linda University, where she is set to graduate in September 2025. She is committed to helping patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident in their oral health.

 

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Georges enjoys traveling, discovering new foods and restaurants, and baking. She is happily married and a proud mother of three. She feels grateful to call San Diego home and to serve the families of this vibrant community through Bay Ho Family Dental.

Dr. Mina Raffo is a dedicated general dentist in San Diego, known for her compassionate, patient-first care. Born in Iraq and raised in San Diego, she discovered her passion for dentistry while volunteering at UCSD’s free dental clinics. She earned her DMD from Western University of Health Sciences, graduating in the top 10% of her class and joining the Omicron Kappa Upsilon honor society. Dr. Raffo completed her residency at the VA Palo Alto, gaining advanced training in complex, surgical, and trauma-related care through rotations at Stanford Health Care.

 

Fluent in English, Arabic, and Chaldean Neo-Aramaic—and conversational in French and Spanish—Dr. Raffo connects with patients from all walks of life. She is passionate about cosmetic, restorative, preventive, and surgical dentistry and stays current through continuing education and active involvement in the Spear Study Club, ADA, AGD, CDA, and SDCDS. Outside the office, she enjoys working out, traveling, and trying new foods. Fun fact: she completed dental school and residency alongside her twin sister, Lina!

Dr. Ho-Yin Leung grew up in Southern California, where he attended Bishop Amat High School (La Puente, CA). Dr. Leung became a periodontist because he felt that was the best way he could help patients improve their smiles through treatment and prevention. He is a highly skilled and knowledgeable periodontist who believes in delivering the highest quality dental care to his patients. He is experienced in all phases of modern periodontal therapy and dental implant placement, using advanced techniques and materials.
Dr. Leung pursued his Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology, Bachelor of Arts in Economics, and Master of Science in Biological Sciences atthe  University of California, San Diego between 2001 and 2007. He, then, completed his Doctoral degree in Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) in 2014 and his specialty training in Periodontics and Implant Surgery in 2017 at UCLA School of Dentistry. He became a Board Certified Periodontist in 2018.
Dr. Leung has taught at the university graduate level in both UCSD and UCLA as a graduate student and a resident for many years. He is currently a clinical adjunct faculty at UCLA School of Dentistry, mentoring future dentists. Dr. Leung was also involved with numerous research efforts and co-authored articles in peer-reviewed journals while he was a research associate at UCSD, Caltech, and UCLA.
Dr. Leung is married to Dr. Marie Dizon (Pediatric Dentist) and enjoys spending time with his children, Ayden and Adelynn.

With over 11 years of experience in dentistry, Natasha Gonen brings a unique blend of clinical and administrative expertise to her role at Bay Ho Family Dental. As a Treatment Plan Coordinator and Registered Dental Assistant, she specializes in guiding patients through their dental care journey—ensuring they fully understand their treatment options and feel confident every step of the way.
Natasha is well-versed in all front office duties and holds a license in ICD coding. She completed her education at Carrington College and has worked across various dental specialties, giving her a well-rounded perspective on patient care and practice operations.
Passionate about creating a welcoming and supportive environment, Natasha is committed to making every patient’s experience smooth, informed, and comfortable. Patient care and comfort are always her top priorities.