John D. Chandler received the B.S. degree in biology from Sam Houston State in 1969, and a doctorate in dentistry from the University of Texas Dental Branch in 1973.

In 1977, he began his dental practice in Huntsville. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including the President's Award and the 2003 Texas Dentist of the Year Award from the Texas Academy of General Dentistry.

Chandler has been a member of the board of directors of the Texas Academy of General Dentistry since 1988, and has served as treasurer and vice president of the organization.

He has served as secretary, vice president and president of the Academy of General Dentistry, with its 37,000 members it is the second largest academy of dentists in the country. He also has been a committee member for the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association and the Brazos Valley District Dental Society.

In addition to his professional activities, Chandler has volunteered his time in the Huntsville community as a youth leader and advisor in health issues.

He and his wife, Janie, have two sons, Ty and Ryan.

As profiled at the October 15, 2004 Distinguished Alumni Banquet