Overview
Patel holds a DDS in dentistry from New York University - College of Dentistry[11] and serves as an Alumni Association Board Member at that institution[1]. Patel operates multiple dental practices and engages in national speaking and work with dental companies[2]. Currently, Patel holds positions as Co-Founder and Co-Host of Project ConfiDents[3], Consultant to the California Dental Association[4], Adjunct Faculty in the Department of Dental Hygiene at University of South Dakota[5], Leadership Columnist for AGD Impact[6], and Editorial Advisory Board Member at Dental Economics[7]. Patel previously served as Chair of the New Dentist Committee for the New York State Dental Association[10]. Patel's work focuses on leadership, ownership, and business skills for dentists, with emphasis on mentorship and advocacy within the profession[2].
Profile introduction
I own and operate multiple dental practices, speak nationally, and work with dental companies shaping the future of dentistry. As an award-winning educator and author, I focus on leadership, ownership, and the business skills dentists were never taught, but desperately need. I am committed to mentorship, grassroots advocacy, and building a stronger, more sustainable profession.
Career history
- Co-Founder and Co-HostOct 2025 to presentProject ConfiDents
- ConsultantDec 2024 to presentCalifornia Dental Association
- Adjunct Faculty - Department of Dental HygieneMar 2023 to presentUniversity of South Dakota
- Leadership Columnist, AGD ImpactJan 2023 to presentAcademy of General Dentistry
- Editorial Advisory Board MemberDec 2022 to presentDental Economics
- Alumni Association Board MemberJan 2022 to presentNew York University - College of Dentistry
- New Dentist Columnist - Journal of the Michigan Dental AssociationFeb 2024 to Jul 2026Michigan Dental Association
- Chair, New Dentist CommitteeMay 2018 to May 2020New York State Dental Association
Education
DDS, DentistryAug 2007 - May 2011New York University, College of Dentistry
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