Dr. Nguyen-Phuoc found his interest in dentistry in his Dental Assisting class at Benson High School, where he graduated as a valedictorian. Soon after, he attended the University of Portland with a Pre-Dental/Life Science major, and graduated with the Magna Cum Laude honor. He then pursued his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the Oregon Health & Science University, and graduated with both Academic and Clinical Honors.

On his days off, Dr. Nguyen-Phuoc loves to spend quality time with his family and friends, eat good food, and travel.