Dr. Mark S Palo, DDS, MS
EndodonticsNPI: 1003148891
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Dr. Mark S. Palo, DDS, MS, is an endodontist based in Oak Brook, Illinois, with more than 27 years of clinical experience. He completed his residency in Endodontics at Ohio State University, where he also earned a Master of Science degree with thesis research focused on dental anesthetics. That graduate-level foundation in pain management is a distinction few practicing endodontists hold, and it connects directly to how he approaches patient comfort in the chair. His academic achievement was recognized in 1996 with induction into Phi Kappa Phi, one of the most selective national honor societies. Dr. Palo maintains active membership in the American Association of Endodontists, the Illinois Association of Endodontists, and the Edgar D. Coolidge Endodontic Study Club, keeping his practice grounded in the current standards of the specialty. Patients who have trusted him consistently describe a provider who takes time to explain every step of treatment, checks in throughout a procedure to confirm comfort, and works with a level of precision and patience that builds lasting confidence. Long-term patient relationships appear as a recurring theme in his reviews, with many patients returning to him for years after their first visit.
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Education & Training
- Ohio State University - Residency in Endodontics with Master of Science degree, thesis on dental anesthetics (1995-1997)
- Ohio State University College of Dentistry - Doctor of Dental Surgery (1995)
- Miami University, Oxford, OH - Bachelor's degree in Biology (1991)
Credential: DDS, MS
NPI registered: 02/04/2010
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- American Association of Endodontists
- Illinois Association of Endodontists
- Chicago Dental Society
- Edgar D. Coolidge Endodontic Study Club
Awards & Recognition
- Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society (inducted 1996)
Beyond the Office
Resides in Hinsdale
Enjoys outdoor activities
Married with six children
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