Dr. Hime received a Bachelor of Science degree from Northern Illinois University and is a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Dentistry.She completed a one-year general practice dental residency at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center followed by a four-year residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the same institution. A year of specialized training in anesthesiology was included. Dr. Hime was a full-time assistant professor of oral and maxillofacial surgery at Loyola University Medical Center for seven years and taught both undergraduate dental students and oral surgery residents. She established the current practice in Libertyville in 1992. Dr. Hime is certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.She is a member of numerous professional organizations and is a regular participant in continuing education. Dr. Hime has been a resident of Libertyville for over fifteen years.