Dr. Menka Malhotra is a proud Chicago native.  After graduating high school, she was accepted into an accelerated 7-year dual-degree Pre-Dental Science program. She attended Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA for undergraduate studies and the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia, PA.   After receiving her DMD degree, she completed a general practice residency and pediatric dentistry residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center in Bronx, NY. During her residency, Dr. Menka was elected chief resident by her fellow peers and mentors due to her dedication to her patients and the field of pedodontics.  

Dr. Menka is a Board-certified Pediatric Dentist and an American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Diplomate.   She is an active member of the Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and Illinois Society of Pediatric Dentists.  Dr. Menka continues to further her knowledge by attending various continuing education courses to provide the best care for your child.   Outside of the office, Dr. Menka loves to practice and teach yoga.  Other hobbies include travelling, reading, music, and spending time with family and friends. 

Dr. Menka is dedicated to providing excellent care to your children and building a positive relationship with your family.  The most rewarding part of her day is when she can transform a fearful or anxious child into a happy patient.  She does so by illustrating patience and a gentle, fun approach. Dr.  Menka is extremely excited to meet you and your little ones and to help brighten their smiles along the way.

Dr. Amelia Angelo-Ori, a Park Ridge, Illinois native, is thrilled to be working locally where many of her friends and large family reside. Helping others in her community is something that brings her a great sense of pride.

After working several years as a dental hygienist, Dr. Amelia chose to further her education in the field, receiving her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at Midwestern University, Illinois.  She was among the select few to be inducted into the National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon.

Dr. Amelia completed her pediatric dental residency at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago/Northwestern University. There she served as Chief Pediatric Dental Resident treating medically compromised children and those with specific healthcare needs. Dr. Amelia provided emergency care for patients with dental traumas and served as a member of several multi-disciplinary teams such as; the craniofacial and the hematology/oncology teams. 

Dr. Amelia is focused on individualized care by recognizing that each patient brings their own background, sensitivities and unique needs. She is dedicated to taking care of her patients as she would her own daughter, by creating a nurturing environment while providing dental care that is comfortable and safe. Dr. Amelia loves educating her patients and their parents on the importance of oral/systemic health and proper nutrition. She is looking forward to sharing her knowledge and skills. 

Dr. Amelia is on staff at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago in the Department of Surgery. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, Illinois Society of Pediatric Dentists, Illinois State Dental Society, and the Chicago Dental Society.

Dr. Reema Patel was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland. She successfully completed the 6-year Accelerated Scholar’s Program at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. There she obtained her undergraduate education and Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.

After graduation, Dr. Reema moved to Chicago to complete a one-year General Practice Residency at Advocate Illinois Masonic where she had extensive training with special needs and medically compromised patients. While practicing general dentistry for three years, her desire and interest to continue to work with children led her to specialize in pediatric dentistry. Dr. Reema completed her pediatric dental training at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago in 2018.

Her ultimate mission is to educate both parents and children on preventive dental care. She recognizes that each child has different needs and is committed to providing the highest quality of dental care to her patients in a fun and enjoyable environment. When Dr Reema is not in the office, she enjoys being outdoors, traveling, and spending time with her husband and daughter. She looks forward to meeting you and serving the local community!