Dr. Needle earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from UC Riverside and a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Tufts University School of Medicine. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry, graduating with honors and induction into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. He went on to complete a General Practice Residency at Cambridge Health Alliance and Harvard School of Dental Medicine, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Needle then returned to Los Angeles to pursue specialty training in Endodontics at UCLA.
Outside of clinical care, Dr. Needle is passionate about teaching and mentoring. He has delivered lectures on topics such as Oral Pathology, Healthcare Ethics, and Medical Emergencies in Dental Settings. He is an active member of both the American Dental Association and the American Association of Endodontists. In his free time, he enjoys running, cycling, and cooking.
