Meet the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Team

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Dr. Timothy W. Surber | Oral Surgeon

Dr. Timothy W. Surber

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r. Timothy W. Surber is a Valparaiso High School and Wabash College graduate. Dr. Surber earned his dental degree at the Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2013. Thereafter, he completed his specialty training in maxillofacial surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis. Dr. Surber’s work has been recognized and awarded by the American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

Dr. Surber is Board-certified and maintains active Diplomate status in the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He is also involved in professional organizations, such as the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, ADA, and many local study groups. Additionally, Dr. Surber is actively philanthropic. In 2012, he traveled to Lima, Peru, as part of a multi-disciplinary surgical mission team. Locally, Dr. Surber donates his time and skills on call at multiple local hospitals for facial trauma and other patients needing the specialty.

Dr. Surber resides in his hometown of Valparaiso, Indiana. His interests include traveling, boating, sport fishing, and physical fitness.

Hospital Appointments

  • Northwest Health - Porter Hospital 
  • Franciscan Health Crown Point
  • Franciscan Health Michigan City
  • St. Mary's Medical Center - Community Healthcare

Professional Organizations

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Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Howard E. Stevenson | Oral Surgeon

Dr. Howard E. Stevenson

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r. Howard E. Stevenson has practiced oral and maxillofacial surgery in Northwest Indiana since 1986. A graduate of Indiana University, Dr. Stevenson earned his dental degree at the Indiana University School of Dentistry. He completed his internship and residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the Indiana University Medical Center.

Dr. Stevenson serves the community through staff appointments at Porter hospital and St. Anthony Medical Center. He is actively involved in national dental organizations, including the American Dental Association and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

Dr. Stevenson lives in Crown Point with his wife Maureen and two children, Mallory and Alex. He enjoys bicycling, tennis, skiing, and racquetball.

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Dr. Stephen J. Fairchild | Oral Surgeon

Dr. Stephen J. Fairchild

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r. Stephen J. Fairchild graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry Summa Cum Laude in 1980. He served his residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the Indiana University Medical Center and associated hospitals. Dr. Fairchild has served Northwest Indiana since 1985 before joining Dr. Stevenson in 2009.

He is certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and holds Diplomate status in that organization. He holds fellowship status in the American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Dr. Fairchild also holds memberships in many other professional organizations.

He and his wife, Michelle, reside in Crown Point and have two daughters, Lauren and Amy. Dr. Fairchild’s hobbies include fishing, boating, and woodworking.

Why an oral surgeon vs. dentist?

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons receive specialized training to treat a variety of conditions affecting the head, neck, face, mouth, and jaws. Although a general dentist may perform simple tooth extractions -- more complex surgeries, such as removing wisdom teeth, are what we are specifically trained to do. Plus, we have advanced equipment to make procedures more affordable, and significantly more comfortable, for you to have the best overall experience.

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