Derek Allan
Derek grew up in Chatswood. He attended St Aloysius’ College and then completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Sydney with Honours in 2003, having been awarded a Distinguished Undergraduate Scholarship.
For three years he worked as a general dentist in Tamworth. He values the experience he gained while contributing his dental expertise in Nepal, Vanuatu, Walgett and Alice Springs. Through volunteering he has enjoyed assisting people from all walks of life. Whilst working in Tamworth he enhanced his dental education by attending conferences, study groups, and completing the Primary Examination for Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons.
Having always been keenly interested in orthodontics he completed his specialist training at the University of Melbourne. Derek holds Membership in Orthodontics with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh as well as the Australian Society of Orthodontists.
Derek has a calm, friendly nature. He is very approachable and happy to answer any concerns regarding your orthodontic treatment.
He is interested in art and enjoys all sports. Having played cricket, ultimate Frisbee and touch football he now stays fit by running marathons and playing social soccer.