Dr. Erik Bertilrud grew up in Okemos, MI, where he graduated from OHS in 2011. He went on to complete his degree in Neuroscience with a minor in Community Action and Social Change from the University of Michigan, graduating in 2015. From there, he attended the University of Detroit Mercy Dental School, graduating in 2020.
After a year of practicing in the Detroit area, Erik and his wife Kelly welcomed their first son, Ben, and decided to move back home to be close to family. Since then, he has been working at Schaefer Dental Group Lansing, expanding on his skills as a patient-focused, compassionate dentist.
In his free time, Erik loves spending time with his boys Ben (5) and Eli (3), as well as hosting game nights and football watch parties with friends and family. He also enjoys international travel with his wife Kelly, and is always up for a new adventure.