Dr. Kathryn Bielik
About
“I love to see my patients smile. Nowadays, patients really desire treatment and can’t wait to straighten their teeth! I enjoy working with my hands and seeing how the details transform their smiles. It’s so gratifying to build long-term relationships with children and adults in the neighborhood. Everyone is so connected in this community! Over the years we have built the best team of caring individuals dedicated to investing in your lives and smiles.” – Dr. Kathryn Bielik
Dr. Bielik is a native of Chicago’s southwest suburbs. She has a long history with this practice, having worked with Dr. Petty as his dental assistant when she was in high school. Working for Dr. Petty was an experience that inspired her to pursue a career in orthodontics.
Outside of the office
Dr. Bielik and her husband, Neal Weisenburger, enjoy exploring the city of Chicago’s eclectic dining scene. Dr. Bielik’s hobbies include bicycling on the lakefront, downhill skiing, and gourmet cooking. She is an active member of her church and has been a volunteer for several mission trips to Cuba, Mexico, and Haiti. Dr. Bielik has an Airedale Terrier named Razzy—the fifth Airedale Terrier for her husband, Neal. When not at the office, she enjoys spending time with her family and vacationing. She has had many domestic and foreign travel adventures, including visiting the countries of her heritage: Poland and the Czech Republic.
Education
Dr. Bielik is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She earned her DDS from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and in 1993, she received her specialty certificate in orthodontics from Loyola University.
Dr. Bielik stays current with the latest orthodontic technologies by participating regularly in continuing education. She is an active member of many professional organizations.
