Dr Harinder Sandhu

Dr. Harinder Sandhu maintains an active periodontal specialty practice, and is a prolific researcher, especially in the area of periodontics. He has published numerous papers on clinical outcomes of periodontal procedures. After completing his initial dental training at Guru Nanak University in India, Dr. Sandhu earned his Ph.D. in Anatomy from the University of Ottawa. He received his Certificate in Periodontics in 1985 from Loma Linda University and was supported by MRC of Canada during his pre-doctoral and post-doctoral training. He joined Western in 1985 as a Career Scientist of the Ontario Ministry of Health, joined the Faculty of Dentistry in 1987 and was promoted to the rank of full professor in 1998. Dr. Sandhu has received numerous academic awards and invitations to provide lectures on Periodontology worldwide. He spent many years serving in leadership capacities at the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry at Western University as a Director, as Vice-Dean, as the Chair of the Periodontics Division, and as the Chair of the Admissions Committee in Dentistry. Dr. Sandhu enjoys exploring different approaches to medicine, business and economics, and is always interested in discussing new ideas. He enjoys traveling, learning and sharing his knowledge with others. Dr. and Mrs. Sandhu enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren. They are avid travelers who often participate in special occasions with family and friends throughout North America and India.