In honor of Women’s History Month, we would like to recognize the achievements of Dr. Amrit Burn. Born in Calgary, Canada, Dr. Burn completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Tulsa and DDS at the University of Texas San Antonio and later at the University of Washington, specializing in orthodontics (MSD).
Dr. Burn’s interest in orthodontics began during her teenage years when she needed braces for severe crowding. “I had awful crowding as a teen and begged my parents for braces. I knew after 2-3 visits that it was what I wanted to do.”
Despite the academic rigor, she regarded the technical challenges as less difficult than those of managing a practice and balancing the art of orthodontics with business principles. Dr Burns practice is located in North Seattle, where she provides personalized patient care in a supportive environment. Being an orthodontist means more than just doing the job, it means connecting with patients and community. Dr Burns does this regularly, but when the father of 2 boys in her practice passed away suddenly, Dr Burns knew the right thing for her to do was help in the one way she knew how, by waiving the remaining balance for treatment.
Although challenging cases require technical expertise, Dr. Burn considers patients who struggle to achieve contentment and satisfaction as her most challenging cases. She recognizes that even simple cases can be challenging, and it is crucial to help patients discover confidence and happiness through excellence in orthodontic treatment.
When we look beyond her professional accomplishments, Dr. Burn’s passion for music and travel is evident. She loves to attend concerts by her favorite band, Pearl Jam, and has seen them perform over 25 times. She also hosts an annual Halloween party at her office as a fun and creative way to engage with her colleagues and patients.
Dr. Burn’s orthodontic journey has come full circle, as she knows first-hand the impact orthodontic treatment can have on an individual’s confidence and self-esteem. Her most cherished memory extends beyond the orthodontic world and speaks to the importance of balancing personal and professional commitments – including the most valuable one to her, the birth of her son.