I've been a practicing dentist since 2001, initially beginning my career at a dental clinic in Crescent Heights in Calgary. Currently, I'm fully dedicated to practicing Family, Cosmetic, and General Dentistry. I spend my time between our two Harvest Dental Care locations in Calgary and Cochrane.

EDUCATION

I earned my B.Sc. in Cellular, Molecular, and Microbial Biology (essentially Microbiology) from the University of Calgary. During my undergraduate years, I volunteered on Friday afternoons at the Foothills Hospital, where I chatted with elderly patients, delivered hot dinners, and offered ice water and arrowroot cookies (remember those biscuits as kid?). After graduating with my BSc, I spent a year pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce (which wasn't my calling and I didn’t finish) before being admitted to the University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry (FOMD) for my Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS).

PAST EMPLOYMENT

My humble employment history includes roles such as lawn cutting, grocery night crew clerk, car wash attendant, computer repair and webpage developer, and car partsman. I didn't have everything handed to me on a silver platter, so I understand the value of hard work and perseverance. I truly appreciate the variety of people's backgrounds and the unique challenges and struggles they face in life. I recognize that many factors (including life ones) contribute to the choices people make about dental treatment and how different points in peoples lives bring different dental challenges.

IN MY SPARE TIME

I cherish spending time with my caring and understanding wife. While I have a passion for cooking, I must admit that I enjoy eating even more! In the last few years, Calgary’s restaurant offerings have exploded, making my attempts at weight loss quite challenging. I am also the current Chair of the AACA (American Academy of Clear Aligners) Calgary Study Club, where I organize monthly speakers and training modules for local dentists providing Invisalign and orthodontic treatment.

MY FUTURE

My future aspirations include dreaming of becoming an Iron Chef, though I know it's a far-fetched goal. I also enjoy mentoring and teaching graduate and dental students.

One day, I hope to build a Mobile Dental Clinic that can serve northern Canada (where there is hugely a significant need) and third-world countries to provide charitable dental care. It's a work in progress, and I plan to pursue it when I have more time and more grey hair.

I look forward to serving you and your family at either of our locations and making a positive impact on your dental health.

Most sincerely,