Alex Kashef, D.D.S., M.D
“Ever since I could remember I wanted to be a surgeon to help people.”
Dr. Alex Kashef is passionate and excited to be a part of your health care. He has been living in Marin County for over 10 years and is an established member of the community, both through his family and his oral surgery practice. Once he graduated from the prestigious UCSF Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery program, he moved to Marin to establish a premier practice where patients would not only be treated as family but would also have access to the highest level of treatment possible. Each patient is served with an exceptional quality of care, communication, concern and attention to detail with a doctor that is easy to talk to about your needs. Dr. Alex believes that the cornerstone of good health care is having a relationship where he and his patients communicate together with an equal level of understanding.
Dr. Alex & his Mother on a 1958 BMW motorcycle & sidecar that he restored during dental school.
“It is important to live life with a passion, a single center to direct and focus why we are here on this earth, and what we can do to contribute to the people around us and our community.”
Dr. Alex, since he could remember, has always been passionate about helping anyone in need. He started his journey early, in 7th grade, taking the 5:30am train from San Jose to UC-Berkeley to take anatomy classes. He soon graduated from UC-Santa Barbara with Highest Honors in both Biology and History of Art. Pursuing his appreciation for Art History, Dr. Alex lived in Florence to continue his studies. Soon thereafter, he attended and graduated 1st in his class at the USC School of Dentistry. He was then accepted at UCSF in their Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery program where he completed a 7 year residency program and during his residency he earned a Medical Degree from UC-Davis.
Dr. Alex with a happy patient on the follow up visit.
He has also completed a year of general surgery residency and anesthesia residency as part of his rigorous training. He completed his studies with numerous awards, obtaining the highest scores on multiple national licensing exams such as the National Board Dental Examination Part 1 (NBDE), the United States Medical Licensing Examination Part 1 (USMLE), and the Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery In-Service Training Exam (OMSITE).
While at UCSF, Dr. Kashef completed extensive adult and pediatric oral surgery training at world renowned centers like UCSF, UC-Davis Medical Center, San Francisco General Hospital, and the San Francisco VA. Amid his residency, he trained with the UC-Davis Department of Anesthesia at a second year resident level, completing over 1,000 general anesthesia adult and pediatric cases. Attending such a world renowned program allowed Dr. Kashef to complete his training at the highest level, making it possible for him to fulfill his dream by giving back and providing his patients with the best and most current care.
Dr. Alex with a mahogany 1948 Chris Craft restored with his Father.
At this time in his practice, he has treated well over 7,500 wisdom teeth cases, 2,000 dental implant cases, and over 14,000 sedations without any complications, with over 25% of these treatments being for pediatric patients. Dr. Alex wholeheartedly welcomes you to take advantage of his experience and excellent results for your personal care.
“We hold a safe place here for you and your family at Marin Oral Surgery.”
Dr. Alex lives in Marin with his wife, Hani, and two daughters, Ava and Clio. Most of his free time is spent enjoying life with his family. You may see them around town in their old safari Land Rover with the windshield folded down or out on the Bay in Sausalito. As a family, they are also involved with many volunteer organizations in the community to serve and provide for all members of Marin County. Dr. Alex has also founded the American Youth Scholarship Foundation which has served and assisted many aspiring students find their way to improve the world. He feels that we are all one big family and truly enjoys helping anyone that he can during his lifetime.
Dr. Alex with his wife, Hani, and little Ava.
Dr. Alex with one of his patients treating his teddy bear.