Tim Griffin, a product of the Pajaro Valley and local schools, attended Mintie White, Salsipuedes, Watsonville High School (Class of 1971), and Cabrillo College. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of the Pacific in 1975 with a B.A. degree in biological sciences. He graduated from Georgetown University in 1979 with the degree of doctor of dental surgery (DDS).  Tim returned to Watsonville to begin his career in dentistry.  He has been practicing dentistry in Watsonville for 28 years.

Throughout his years in school he was always fully supported  by his family. His father Phil, a local school teacher, mother Jeanette, a medical assistant, and sister Kathy all encouraged and helped him continue his career goals.  Tim's grandmother, Edna, 100 yrs. old, was one of his biggest cheerleaders.  Dr. Bill Franklin, his family dentist as well as his mentor, encouraged him every step of the way.  He was Dr. Griffin's role model.

Tim tries to stay as involved as he can in the community.  He enjoys coaching youth sports and personally participated in numerous triathlons for fun and fitness.  Dr. Griffin is a mentor for the Watsonville High School Health Academy. Along with volunteering for the dental health and education activities, Tim tries to stay active in promoting dental health and vocations.  He enjoys visiting schools to participate in dental screenings.  This keeps him current on the education taking place locally.

Professionally, he is blessed with having a wonderful and loyal staff.   Dr. Griffin is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Monterey Bay Dental Society and is also currently seated on their Board of Directors.  In 1985 he was fortunate to be named Dentist of the Year by the Society.  Currently he is on the Dental Hygiene Advisory Committee for Cabrillo College, a position he has enjoyed for over ten years, helping Cabrillo with the education of dental hygienists.

He has a wonderful family.  Tim's wife, Mary, works with him in their dental office.  She is a major asset in its success.  He is blessed with three children of whom he is very proud: Kellen, 22, will be graduating from college in May.  Conor, 20, is a college sophomore and Claire,19, is a freshman in college.  They have all supported him and make sure he doesn't take himself too seriously.

Dr. Griffin tells us, "Life in Watsonville has been very fulfilling.  I hope to continue to give back to the community, which has always been caring and wonderful to me.  It is an honor to be recognized by Watsonville High School and I am humbled and very thankful for it."