WELCOME DR. HANDAL
Dr. Richard Handal is a South Florida native, born and raised in Boca Raton. He attended Nova Southeastern University where he graduated with the highest academic distinction. He then moved to New York City to attend Columbia University’s College of Dental Medicine.
At Columbia University, Dr. Handal spent a considerable amount of time offering mentorship to underclassmen as a teaching assistant for Orthodontics and Oral Histology coursework. He also provided interview coaching and personal statement proofreading for pre-dental students.
After graduation, Dr. Handal further expanded his training by attending a general practice residency in Gainesville FL at the highly competitive Malcom Randall VA Medical Center. The opportunity to work with disabled veterans was an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling opportunity. This additional training expanded his competency in managing medically diverse patients and executing complex surgical procedures.
In his free time, Dr. Handal enjoys working on cars, tinkering with computers and electronics, and spending time with his family and friends
