I was born and brought up in India. In 2007, I moved to Australia, and by 2009, I found myself in Deniliquin, a small regional town that felt unfamiliar at first, but slowly became home.

Starting over in a new country—and in a tight-knit community—meant I had to do more than just settle in. I had to learn quickly, adapt constantly, and prove myself quietly, every single day. Clinical dentistry was only part of the challenge. Understanding people, connecting across cultures, and building trust—that became the real work.

Over time, my husband Dr. Jimmi Patel and I built two practices—Local Dental Clinic in Deniliquin and The House of Smile Design in Echuca. These clinics aren’t just workplaces; they are spaces where we’ve poured our values, our vision, and our belief in what modern dentistry can really feel like.

I’ve grown from a young graduate into a business owner, a communicator, and a mentor. Every chapter has taught me something new—about leadership, about patient care, and about myself.

And this next chapter—this one’s about sharing everything I’ve learned.