Dr. Igel, a native of Omaha, graduated from the Creighton University School of Dentistry. His Master's Degree and Certificate in Orthodontics were conferred by the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Dr. Igel is a past Clinical Professor of Orthodontics at the University of Nebraska Medical Center School of Dentistry and past Clinical Professor of Orthodontics at Creighton University School of Dentistry. Dr. Igel's research and articles have been published in several orthodontic journals.