WELCOME TO PALLADIUM DENTAL CENTRE

Dr. Halim has been practicing general dentistry since 1999 and is a graduate of the Dental School at the University of Alberta. Dr. Halim has a strong desire to offer his patients the latest dentistry has to offer. He is continually upgrading his extensive knowledge base with continuing education courses in a variety of areas. His practice is also expanding in the field of implantology, as more and more people in the community require implant treatment to replace missing teeth. His gentle approach to his family practice provides each patient with individual care, creating as comfortable an experience as possible.

Dr. Halim is a member of the:

• Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO)
• Ontario Dental Association (ODA)
• Ottawa Dental Society (ODS)
• The Global Pankey Study Club

Outside the office Shadi enjoys spending time with his wife, Nevine and their son and daughter. He is a cycling enthusiast, and enjoys hiking in the amazing trails around the Capital region.

Dr. Nikki van der Wal

Dr. van der Wal grew up on the west coast of Canada in Victoria, B.C. After completing a BSc in Halifax NS, she attended dental school at McGill University, graduating in 2017 with a Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD). Upon graduation, she received several awards recognizing her involvement in public health and community dentistry including the American Association for Public Health Dentistry Award, the Prix Michelle-Blain Prize for serving the interest of her colleagues, and the Dr. Sharok Esfandiari Award for achieving excellent academic standing while demonstrating outstanding personal initiative in social equity, diversity awareness, and community service. She has recently completed a General Practice Residency program at Dalhousie University, where she gained experience in complex dental treatment, oral surgery, implant dentistry, and hospital-based pediatric care. She also gained accreditation in oral, inhalation, and IV sedation. Nikki is motivated to stay up to date with the latest dental techniques and technologies in order to provide a high standard of care for her patients while maintaining a friendly and patient-centered clinical environment for patients of all ages. She has a special interest in pediatric and special-care dentistry and is passionate about taking the time to create a supportive dental home for her community members. Nikki is a member of the Ontario Dental Association, and the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario.  In her free time you will find her outside hiking, running, or rock climbing at the nearest bouldering gym in Kanata. She loves to be in nature and on the water, and she is excited to explore the many outdoor adventures Ottawa has to offer!

Dr. Negotei graduated from the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Dentistry and eventually settled in Ottawa to practice. Prior to that, she received her Honours Bachelor of Science from Wilfrid Laurier University, graduating with high distinction. 

In 2023, she went on a dental mission trip to Grenada where she worked in a fast-paced environment with limited resources to provide care to people living there. She hopes to go on more mission trips in the future. In her spare time, she enjoys baking various cookie recipes and spending time with her family.