Drs. Gary Elman and Ira Marder met and became friends in 1983 in dental school. Over the years, their friendship developed and grew. Upon graduation in 1987, Gary and Ira associated at different dental offices gaining clinical experience while preparing for their own practice. In September of 1988, Gary and Ira began their partnership at the Downsview Plaza in North York. Over the years, their practice grew and in the mid 1990s, they expanded and renovated their office. Gary and Ira have been blessed with loyal and devoted patients, many of whom now bring their own children in as patients to the office.
Gary and Ira take an interest in the community outside of the dental office as both are involved in numerous charitable and volunteer activities. They have been able to sponsor many community and athletic programs over the years. The office is also a participant in the AO-JF&CS Dental Volunteer Program treating patients with limited financial means on a volunteer basis.
Education
Attended undergraduate at University of Toronto, Arts and Sciences
Received Bachelor of Commerce degree in 1982
Graduated University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry in 1987
Research
Clinical Investigator for Canary Dental Caries Detection System
Although Gary's early university studies were in commerce, he had no doubt that he would gravitate to an area that would be "hands on" helping people. Gary always found dentistry interesting and even as a young child he remembers being fascinated in his dentist's office. Gary spends much of his free time involved in various community organizations and travels whenever and wherever he can. He is happily married to Jan since 1984 and they have 3 wonderful daughters.
Education
Attended undergraduate at University of Toronto, Arts and Sciences
Dean's Honour Roll, 1982-1983
Graduated University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry in 1987
Received Fellowship from Academy of General Dentistry in 2000
Appointed Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy in 2012
Academic Involvement (Past and/or Current)
Clinical Instructor at the University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry
Clinical Instructor at George Brown College, School of Dental Health
Committee Member at the Royal College of Dental Surgeons
Received Alpha Omega Dental Society Achievement Award and Humanitarian Award
Published Work
Reviewer for Chicken Soup for the Dental Soul
Published Article in Love is the Best Medicine for Dental Patients and the Dental Team
Since childhood, Ira has had an interest in science and later in life, in dentistry in particular. He values the many patients and friends that he has made during his years in practice. Ira enjoys the ever-evolving practice of modern dentistry and always looks forward to the seminars and courses that he attends. Aside from his professional duties and associations, Ira feels a responsibility to the general community and participates in many volunteer and charitable activities and organizations.
Downsview Plaza Dental Office
1078 Wilson Avenue
(at Keele Street)
Downsview, Ontario M3K 1G6
Phone: (416) 633-6443
Monday: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.