Dr. Zach Van Hilsen - Pediatrics

Zachary Van Hilsen DDS, MS

Dr. Zach grew up in Gilbert, Arizona, as the oldest of six brothers. From an early age, he developed a love for caring for children while helping his parents with his younger siblings. Outside of family life, he enjoyed playing sports and working on his family’s ranch, raising Angus cattle.

Dr. Zach first fell in love with Colorado during his college years at Colorado College, where he played football and developed a deep appreciation for the state and its welcoming communities. After earning his degree, he decided to follow his passion for helping others and pursued his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco.

After graduating in 2008, Dr. Zach spent two years in private practice, where he discovered his true calling: caring for children and patients with special needs. Inspired to provide the highest level of care to young patients, he completed a two-year pediatric dentistry residency at the University of Minnesota in 2012.

Dr. Zach’s journey eventually brought him back to Colorado Springs, where he and his wife, Sara, have chosen to raise their family and immerse themselves in this wonderful community.