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Happy & Human
The podcast for over-educated, busy, and ambitious South Asian professionals and entrepreneurs. In each episode, Seema and Dinesh will dive into the philosophies, strategies, and tools that can help you live happier, healthier, productive, and fulfilled lives with more success.
They will be talking about things that help you think, do, and be better in wide-ranging areas around the five pillars of a good life: health, wealth, love, happiness, and impact — to empower you to reach your highest potential without compromising what’s important.
Dr. Seema Desai is a dentist, certified professional coach, and author of the book, “Connected: Discovering Your Inner Guides.” She is also a devoted wife and proud mother to two children, as well as an advocate for creating learning equality in children in underserved countries through her work with Pratham USA.
Dinesh Melwani is a law firm partner, author, speaker, and certified success and results coach. He is an internationally-recognized patent attorney that works with hi-tech clients, ranging from startups to Fortune 100 clients. He also believes deeply in the potential and capability inside of everyone. In addition, he is a loving father and husband.
Join Seema and Dinesh each week as they explore, from the male and female South Asian perspectives, what makes you individually and uniquely happy and human, and what tools and insights allow us to reach that next level and beyond. You will learn how to level up your mindset, develop the needed leadership skills in your career and personal life, and learn how to live up to your potential.
Happy & Human
Resilience, Family & Dentistry with Dr. Deep Shah
As a father, husband, cancer survivor and pediatric dentist for the Philadelphia Eagles, Dr. Deep Shah doesn’t shy from adversity and making the most of any and every situation. His work as a dentist is dedicated to make the child’s visit fun and empowering as the “Superhero Dentist”. We have a conversation with Dr. Shah on the overlooked positives of social media, finding powerful growth in obstacles, and the importance of getting out of your lane.
Dr. Deep Shah isn’t just a dentist; he’s a superhero in disguise, dedicated to making every child’s dental visit a fun, empowering, and memorable experience! As a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Shah feels privileged to care for young smiles and sees every appointment as an opportunity to help kids discover their inner superhero while under his care.
Dr. Shah’s journey began at the prestigious University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, where he earned his dental degree before pursuing advanced training at the renowned Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC. There, he gained extensive expertise in growth and development, pediatric oral health, special care needs, dental trauma, and behavior management. His unique approach blends cutting-edge dental care with a deep understanding of developmental psychology, ensuring every child’s visit is personalized, comforting, and trauma-free.
But Dr. Shah doesn’t just stop at delivering exceptional care—he brings the fun, too! A passionate dancer since childhood, Dr. Shah has competed across the country and now enjoys choreographing and teaching dance routines. You might even catch him grooving around the clinic, rocking one of his many superhero masks and costumes to put a smile on everyone’s face.
Beyond the clinic, Dr. Shah is blessed to give back to his community and profession in meaningful ways. As the official pediatric dentist for the Philadelphia Eagles, he helps deliver smiles to youth in the community where he grew up. He also teaches at the University of Pennsylvania, where he runs the sedation program for pediatric dental residents, helping train the next generation of specialists.
In the summer of 2025, Dr. Shah will embark on his most exciting adventure yet: opening his own pediatric dental practice. With a superhero-inspired twist, this practice will be a place where kids can feel safe, empowered, and excited about their dental care.
At home, Dr. Shah cherishes time with his beautiful wife, their two awesome boys, and their loving dog, Burfi. Whether he’s traveling with his family, dancing up a storm, or bringing laughter and superhero magic to his patients, Dr. Shah is all about spreading joy and empowering young smiles wherever he goes.
Connect with Dr. Shah:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesuperherodentist/
Sidekick Smiles: https://www.instagram.com/sidekicksmiles/
Links:
Dinesh Melwani http://www.dineshmelwani.com, IG @dineshmelwani
Seema Desai http://www.drseemadesai.com, IG @dr.seemadesai
Happy and Human Podcast on IG @happyandhumanpodcast
