Choosing dentistry as a career was an easy choice for Dr. Patel. He has always excelled at math and science, and helping people achieve the optimal oral health that supports your whole health is his way of making the world a better place – one person at a time. With a gentle demeanor and an infectious smile, Dr. Patel can help you feel secure and relaxed – and you may find yourself laughing at a joke or two that he always has at the ready.

Dr. Patel and his wife Komal have three very active children who keep them busy, but when he has time, he loves to play golf. Traveling with his family is another joy and his favorite destination to date is the beautiful rolling landscapes of Scotland. An active community member, Dr. Patel can often be found volunteering at local health fairs or donating his services to the underserved as a dentist in Lisle, IL. Each November he holds a special day to provide our veterans with much-needed dental care.

He spent several years in private practice and volunteering in community clinics, serving and educating oral health for people in need. Helping people and improving their smiles energizes him. He feels fortunate to be rewarded emotionally every day for what he does, who he helps, and who he gets to work with. His interest in education compelled him to pursue another specialty training program, he enrolled at Saint Louis University Center for Advanced Dental Education, where he earned his Master of Science in dentistry and Certificate in Periodontics in 2016.Dr. Atarchi is an active member of American Dental Association, Chicago Dental Society and the American Academy of Periodontology.

Dr. Atarchi and his wife Israa are heavily involved with the raising of their four daughters. They all enjoy reading, travelling and numerous other outdoor activities.