Dr. Staszel was born and raised in a small town near Pittsburgh, PA.  After graduating from Southmoreland High School, she attended the University of Pittsburgh for undergraduate where she earned a B.S. in Natural Sciences and became a Registered Dental Hygienist.  She then attended dental school at the University of Pittsburgh, graduating in 2018 while also working part time as a Dental Hygienist.  Dr. Staszel completed advanced training in a hospital-
based residency program at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and subsequently worked in Pittsburgh for 3 years prior to moving to Allegany, NY.  She lives with her husband, Joe, and enjoys hiking with their golden retriever, Jenson.