Dr Kenneth Leahy

Ken enjoyed a wonderful childhood in New Jersey, just up the street from his grandparents’ farm. The son of a U.S. Navy Veteran who later owned and operated a dental laboratory, Ken realized he was interested in dentistry while attending Emory University. After earning his Bachelor of Arts degree, Ken attended New York University School of Dentistry, and graduated with his D.D.S. degree. He spent almost five years in private practice in New Jersey prior to joining the U. S. Navy Dental Corps. Ken served as a Navy Dental Officer for many years before making the decision to call Apex his home. An avid reader who enjoys kayaking and golfing, Ken also loves spending time with his family at the beach (luckily he is a strong and swift swimmer- he has saved several folks caught in the strong surf off the NC coast!) and throwing frisbee for his Gracie (the best dog ever). Ken's wife and children proclaim him one of the best cooks around, and he prides himself in continually experimenting with new foods and recipes. Ken continued his service to his country through the U.S. Navy Reserves, then, in hopes of being called upon to participate in humanitarian aid missions similar to those from his Navy-Marine deployment, he recently transferred to the NC Army National Guard. Wearing many hats, and a fantastic leader of the younger crowd, Ken supports the community youth as the Commanding Officer of the Raleigh Battalion Sea Cadets. Ken is a superb conversationalist whose patients never get bored!