Dr. Corey Winkler is originally from Wilkesboro, North Carolina, and recently relocated to Durham from Charlotte with his dog, Russell, and his partner, Max. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from the East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine in 2023.

In his free time, Dr. Winkler enjoys working out at the local gym and reading a good book. He loves to travel and has set a goal of visiting every state by his 40th birthday. During the COVID-19 lockdown, Dr. Winkler taught himself how to bake and now often prepares desserts for family and friends.