Bio
Dr. Atwal joined Sturgeon Creek Dental Clinic in 2006 as an associate but was welcomed by Dr. Kim and Dr. Scoville as a full partner in 2009. Currently, Dr. Atwal serves as the clinic’s managing partner.
Dr. Atwal was raised in Winnipeg and graduated from Maples Collegiate High School before going on to the University of Manitoba. After completing her Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Microbiology, she was soon accepted into the Faculty of Dentistry.
While there, she obtained her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree and upon graduation, received awards recognizing her skill in both Periodontology and Operative Dentistry.
In years past, she has worked as a clinical instructor in the Department of Paediatric Dentistry at the University of Manitoba and has volunteered as a general practice mentor to 3rd and 4th year dental students. She has attended numerous continuing education courses and workshops with these students and helped to guide their dental education.
Additionally, Dr. Atwal also works to support community-oriented health initiatives and has been an active volunteer at the annual Teddy Bear’s Picnic and the University of Manitoba’s Open Wide Clinic which provides dental services to those who find it difficult to access dental care.
During her professional career, Dr. Atwal has worked in both the Northgate and the Tuxedo areas of Winnipeg but has found a home working with the patients of Sturgeon Creek. She lives in Headingley and is happily married to her husband, Manny. They have two beautiful young daughters.