DR MARK DANIEL ATKINSON
ORAL SURGEON
BDSc, GDipClinDent (Surgical Dentistry), DClinDent (Oral Surgery), MFDS RCSEd, MRACDS
"I look forward to looking after you during your surgical experience from consultation through to recovery. I pride myself on always being honest with my patients and approaching my daily practice in the most evidence-based way."
Dr Mark Daniel Atkinson is an Australian trained and registered Dental Specialist - Oral Surgeon.
Mark was born and raised in Brisbane and graduated from his home town's dental school, the University of Queensland, with a Bachelor of Dental Science. He received a scholarship with the Royal Australian Air Force during his studies. Upon graduation, Mark wanted to develop his skills beyond the mouth and moved to Sydney to serve in the permanent RAAF as a Flight Lieutenant before transitioning to the Reserves.
Mark then went on to complete further post-graduate studies and his specialist training achieving both the Graduate Diploma in Surgical Dentistry and the Clinical Doctorate in Oral Surgery through the University of Sydney in association with NSW Health. He received commendations in all subjects of the primary examinations of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons and has been awarded membership in specialist dental practice. In addition, he has been awarded membership by examination of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
Mark has a passion for education and holds an honorary lecturer position with the University of Sydney, Faculty of Medicine and Health. He has been awarded Membership of the Faculty of Dental Trainers of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh due to his commitment to education. He has a particular interest in research including his completed thesis investigating medical emergencies in the dental setting.
Mark has a love for travel, hiking, diving and photography. He has worked abroad with NGOs in South Africa, Cambodia, Guatemala and Honduras.
