Dr. David Najem knew from an early age that he wanted to become a dentist watching his father, brother, uncle and cousins practice dentistry and orthodontics. David views dentistry as a dynamic combination of healing, artistry and strong interpersonal bonds. He says:
Dr. Najem lives in Chicago with his wife, Shannon and their 4 boys. My children are the joy of my life! says David. David and his family frequent the many museums and cultural activities that Chicago has to offer. Outside the city, they enjoy camping in the great outdoors.
Dr. Najem then went on to complete a Fellowship in Orofacial Pain Management at The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. During this fellowship Dr. Najem treated patients with head and neck pain, chronic pain, neuropathies, and headaches of vascular and tension origins.
Dr. Najem then completed a Fellowship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey where he cared for trauma patients on the surgical side of the emergency room at University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey. He also treated patients in the Department of Oral Surgery and in the Operating Room at University Hospital earning a Certificate in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
A Chicago native, Dr. Marijanovic grew up and still lives in the North Center neighborhood. She attended UIC for her undergraduate degree and for dental school where she received her degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery.
After graduation, Dr. Marijanovic was invited to join the faculty at UIC College of Dentistry as a clinical instructor for the restorative dentistry department. Working at a dental university allows Dr. Marijanovic to stay current with the latest advancements in dentistry.