The goal of Chesapeake Pediatric Dental Group is to give kids a positive dental experience at an early age so that they can have a positive attitude about medical appointments throughout their years. With the experience of our staff, we are able to offer both children and parents a non-threatening environment so that dental experiences are fun and easy.
Dr. Kwak is a board-certified pediatric dentist from Maryland who earned her dental degree from University of Pennsylvania. She then completed her 2-year pediatric dental specialty program at Stony Brook University Hospital in New York where she was trained to work with healthy and special needs patients as well as those with craniofacial differences. She is on staff at MedStar Harbor Hospital and she speaks Korean and English fluently. In her free time, Dr. Kwak enjoys running, exploring new restaurants and taking road trips.
Dr. Patel is a board-certified pediatric dentist who earned her dental degree from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. After graduation, she completed a one-year General Practice Residency at Bronx Lebanon-Hospital, followed by a two-year Pediatric Dental specialty program through NYU Langone in San Diego. She believes in empowering children to take an active role in their oral health, and loves creating fun, positive dental visits. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Patel enjoys working out, traveling, and spending time with her family and dog.
Dr. Malik Walters is a pediatric dentist from Severn, Maryland who earned his dental degree from Meharry Medical College. He then completed his pediatric dental specialty training at the University of Illinois Chicago, where he also earned a Master of Oral Sciences. He believes trust is the foundation of great care, and he loves creating positive, enjoyable visits that help children feel comfortable about their oral health.He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Maryland State Dental Association. Proud of his Caribbean heritage, with family roots in Jamaica and Guyana, Dr. Walters has also taken part in dental mission trips to Honduras and Jamaica. Outside of dentistry, he enjoys playing guitar, spending time with friends, and exploring Baltimore’s food and coffee scene.
Dr. Rad is a board-eligible pediatric dentist originally from Maryland. She earned her dental degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry, where she was honored with the Humanitarian Award by the International Collegeof Dentists for her commitment to service and helping others. She returned to Maryland to complete her pediatric dentistry residency with NYU Langone Health. Dr. Rad chose to specialize in pediatric dentistry because she believes that a child’s earliest experiences with dental care can shape their attitude towardoral health for years to come. She is bilingual in English and Farsi. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Rad enjoys traveling, exploring new places, reading, and spending time with family.
Dr. Zoie McIntosh is a pediatric dentist from Huntsville, Alabama who earned her dental degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. She then completed her pediatric dental specialty training at UAB, where she was also trained through the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities program to care for patients with special health care needs. She loves creating safe spaces where children can overcome their fears, and believes that communication and trust help families build healthy habits that last a lifetime. Dr. McIntosh has also taken part in a dental mission trip to the Dominican Republic and gives back through community health fairs and her church. Outside of dentistry, she enjoys spin and pilates classes, playing volleyball, traveling, and exploring new restaurants with friends and family.
