Dr. Patel obtained her dental degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo, where she graduated MAGNA CUM LAUDE. This happened to be her second earned degree. Prior to attending SUNY at Buffalo, Dr. Patel graduated from Government Dental College & Hospital in Ahmedabad, India. Dr. Patel served underserved populations by working for a non-profit organization in Pennsylvania for 2 years. She moved to Virginia with her husband and son in 2011 and made Virginia her home. Since then, she has worked as an associate before starting her own practice.