Meet The Doctor
Dr. Mona Patel
Dr. Patel was accepted into a 7-year joint college-dental program in 2005. She received her undergraduate degree in Biology from New Jersey Institute of Technology in 3 years. She continued to University of Medicine and Dentistry in 2008 and graduated with a DMD in 2012. Dr. Patel furthered her dental education in the General Practice Residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, NJ. She enjoyed her residency experience so much she joined staff upon completion in 2013 and continues to teach the current residents. She went on to start her practice in Fanwood, NJ in 2014, which she still currently owns.
Dr. Patel enjoys spending her free time with her family and avid reader. She is conscientious, thorough, and takes immense pride in her work. Her excellent skills as a dentist and her compassion for every patient has made her an instant success in our office. Her passion for dentistry is immediately evident by her vast, in depth knowledge of all procedures and modern technologies available.
Dr. W. Christian Madsen
Dr. Madsen grew up in Bergen County New Jersey. He received his Bachelors of Science degree in Animal Science from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 1984. He went on to dental school at UMDNJ, New Jersey Dental School in Newark New Jersey where he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 1989. Dr. Madsen furthered his education in dentistry by completing a post-doctoral program in Advanced Education in General Dentistry at The New Jersey Dental School in 1990.
Dr. Madsen also maintains staff privileges at Jersey Shore University Medical Center since 2000 where he teaches the General Practice residents in the dental clinic servicing patients from the community.
Dr. Nawal Shaikh, DDS
Dr. Nawal Shaikh is passionate about helping patients feel comfortable and confident in their smiles. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Touro College of Dental Medicine in White Plains, NY, and completed her residency at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx. Since then, she has been practicing dentistry for over four years, with experience in general dentistry, endodontics, orthodontics, aesthetic dentistry and pediatric care.
Dr. Shaikh believes in taking the time to truly get to know each patient and their unique needs. She never rushes appointments and only recommends treatment when it’s absolutely necessary. Her gentle, thoughtful approach has helped many patients overcome their dental anxieties and feel at ease in the chair. In addition, she is certified in Botox, offering patients expanded options for both dental and facial care.
Outside the office, Dr. Shaikh enjoys giving back by mentoring high school and college students who are exploring careers in dentistry. Raised in Long Island, NY, she now calls Somerset County, NJ home. When she’s not caring for patients, you can often find her on the pickleball court, at the Pilates studio, traveling, or spending time with her friends and family. She also admits to having a sweet tooth and never passes up a good dessert!
Dr. Sally-Jo Placa
Dr. Placa grew up in Union County New Jersey. She received her Bachelors of Arts in Chemistry from Drew University in Madison New Jersey in 1985. She went on to dental school at UMDNJ, New Jersey Dental School in Newark New Jersey where she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 1989. Dr. Placa furthered her education in dentistry by completing a post-doctoral program in General Practice at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune New Jersey in 1990. In 2001, Dr. Placa received her Masters in Public Healthcare Administration from Kean University.
Dr. Placa also maintains staff privileges at Jersey Shore University Medical Center since 1990 where she teaches the General Practice residents in the dental clinic servicing patients from the community.