Advanced Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry

Advanced Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry

Advanced Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry
The University of Iowa
Department of Pediatric Dentistry
201 Dental Science Bldg S
Iowa City, IA 52242-1001

Program Length and Number of Positions

24-month program commencing July 1 of each year. Four positions each year, all with stipends.

Program Type

University-based program awarding a certificate in pediatric dentistry.

Application Deadline

The application deadline is October 1 of the year preceding matriculation. Correspondence regarding application and admission procedures should be addressed to: Dr. Gary Nelson, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Dentistry, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1001.
Email: Gary R. Nelson

Description

The program in pediatric dentistry fulfills the requirements for advanced education in pediatric dentistry as approved by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Dental Association. Upon completing the program, graduates meet all eligibility requirements for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

The program addresses all aspects of contemporary pediatric dentistry. The program also has been designed to emphasize development in the following:

Leadership skills
The development of confidence in rendering dental services in a hospital environment and in understanding the needs and managing the treatment of children with special health care needs.
The development of an intellectually self-confident, independent, adaptable pediatric dentist with skills that make them effective agents of change at local, regional and national levels.

Curriculum

The curriculum for Iowa's advanced specialty education program in Pediatric Dentistry is designed to exceed the educational requirements set forth in the Accreditation Standards for Advanced Specialty Education Programs. Residents participate in seminars, lectures and clinics in preparation for successful program completion and in preparation for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry's board exam.

Other aspects of the curriculum include a rotation in pediatrics and pediatric acute care; pediatric physical diagnosis; a rotation in anesthesia; cephalometrics; and orthodontic diagnosis and treatment. There is a core of courses that have been designed to help acquaint the pediatric graduate student with research design and methodology.

Additionally, any student desiring a consultative or supervised relationship with dental educators in other specialties will find that such arrangements can be made. Extramural experience is afforded by participation in consultative clinics in various Iowa communities.

Program Stipend and Tuition

First year - stipend up to $20,000
Second year - stipend up to $22,000
Tuition and Instrument Management fees will be paid by the Department. However, tuition and stipends can only be awarded to U.S. citizens.
Non-supported students must be able to demonstrate the ability to pay all University expenses.

Facilities

1. Department of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Iowa College of Dentistry
2. University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
3. Center for Disabilities and Development
4. Dows Institute for Dental Research
5. Additional community dental clinics

Admission Requirements

Dentists with the following qualifications are eligible to enter The University of Iowa's Advanced Training Program in Pediatric Dentistry:
A. Graduates from institutions in the U.S.accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
B. Graduates from institutions in Canada accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada; and
C. Graduates of foreign dental schools who possess equivalent educational background and standing as determined by The University of Iowa and the University of Iowa's Advanced Training Program in Pediatric Dentistry.

Applicants must have available the following items to be considered for admission:
1. PASS application. The application can be requested from pass@aads.jhu.edu.
PASS Application Services has two phone lines for applicant inquiries: (202) 667-1886 and (202) 667-1887; or, you may write to: PASS, 1625 Massachusetts Ave, N.W., Washington DC. 20036-2212.
2. A photograph (2x2 head shot)

Program Strengths

1. Extensive training with patients who have special health care needs.
2. Fundamental knowledge of the philosophy, principles and practices of dental public health.
3. Strong research opportunities and nationally recognized didactic training.
4. Contemporary clinical facilities and close-working relationship with the Department of Pediatrics and other medical services.
5. Well-trained auxiliary staff.
6. Faculty with diverse research/scholarly interests.
7. Tradition of excellence.

Program Faculty

Marie-Eve Asselin, D.M.D., MSc., Visiting Assistant Professor

Richard M. Burke, Jr., D.M.D., Clinical Assistant Professor

Cynthia K. Christensen, D.D.S., M.S., Clinical Associate Professor

Michael J. Kanellis, D.D.S., M.S., Professor Pediatric Dentistry

Gary R. Nelson, D.D.S., M.S., Clinical Associate Professor and Residency Program Director

M. Catherine Skotowski , B.S., R.D.H., M.S., Assistant-in-Instruction for Pediatric Dentistry

James S. Wefel, Ph.D., Professor of Pediatric Dentistry and Interim Head

Karin Weber-Gasparoni, D.D.S., M.S., Ph.D, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Dentistry

For more information, contact: gary-r-nelson@uiowa.edu

Š2008 The University of Iowa College of Dentistry