University of Texas Health Science Center-San Antonio

Postdoctoral Program in Pediatric Dentistry
The Dental School of the University of Texas
Health Science Center-San Antonio
7703 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, TX 78284-7888
Phone: (210) 567-3529
Fax: (210) 567-3526
Web Address: http://www.uthscsa.edu

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Fellowship

Program Length and Number of Positions

Certificate Program: This is a 24-month program beginning July 1 of each year. Seven new positions are available each year.

M.S./Ph.D. Combined Program: Simultaneous enrollment in the certificate program and a Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy degree program is available. In addition to the requirements for the certificate program, an original research project, thesis and course work are required. The Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry is awarded upon successful completion of the degree program.

Program Type

University/health science-based, hospital-affiliated certificate program

Application

The application deadline is October 1 of the year preceding matriculation. Correspondence regarding application and admission procedures should be addressed to:

Associate Dean for Advanced Education, Dental School, University of Texas Health Science Center-San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX 78284.

Description

The Program in Pediatric Dentistry offers the advanced student a balanced curriculum in both didactic and clinical areas. Particular emphasis is placed on hospital dentistry, conscious sedation, interceptive orthodontics and special patient care. The program is administered by the Department of Pediatric Dentistry and is approved and accredited by the ADA Council of Dental Education. Upon successful completion of all requirements, the student is awarded a Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry and meets the advanced education eligibility requirements of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Curriculum

This program offers a balanced curriculum of clinical and didactic material with the overall goal being to provide a broad base of knowledge in the specialty of pediatric dentistry. Considerable program time is devoted to clinical experience in routine restorative dentistry, behavior management, interceptive orthodontics and dental treatment of the medically compromised. Hospital rotations of general anesthesia, pediatric emergency room and pediatric medicine are also part of the curriculum.

Significant time is spent covering didactic material related to pediatric dentistry. In addition, a research project and teaching responsibilities are required components of the program.

Program Stipend and Tuition

First-year stipend is $26,000. Second-year stipend is $26,000. Tuition is $3,000 out-of-state.

Facilities

• University of Texas Health Science Center Dental School-San Antonio
• Christus Santa Rosa Children's Hospital
• Laredo Health Department
• Laredo Medical Center Hospital
• Ricardo Salinas Metropolitan Health Pediatric Dentistry
• Dr. Frank Bryant Health Center

Admission Requirements

Applicants must fulfill the following requirements to be considered for admission:

• D.D.S., D.M.D. or non-U.S. equivalent
• Dental and preprofessional education transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation
• Personal interview
• TOEFL for applicants whose first language is not English

Program Strengths

• Strong didactic and clinical foundation in pediatric dentistry with emphasis on pediatric
  medicine, hospital dentistry, interceptive orthodontics and conscious sedation
• Outstanding opportunities for advanced research training
• Ten full -time and ten part-time faculty
• Large, varied patient population for teaching purposes

Program Faculty

Kevin J. Donly, D.D.S., M.S., Professor and Chair *
Timothy B. Henson, D.M.D., Associate Professor and Postdoctoral Program Director *
Issa Sasa, D.D.S., M.S., Clinical Associate Professor and Predoctoral Program Director *
Laneshia Camp, D.M.D., Clinical Assistant Professor
Maria Jose Cervantes, D.D.S., M.S., Clinical Assistant Professor
Claudia Isabel Contreras, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor
Minerva Garcia, D.D.S., Assistant Professor, Laredo Training Site Director *
Steven Hackmyer, D.D.S., M.S., Clinical Associate Professor
Hank Hammer, D.D.S., Clinical Associate Professor, Orthodontics +
Jeffrey Mabry, D.D.S., M.S., Clinical Associate Professor *
Eduardo Perez, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor, Laredo Training Site
Zheng Xu, D.D.S., PhD, Clinical Assistant Professor *
Nasim Aleagha, D.D.S., Adjunct Assistant Professor
Joseph Castellano, D.D.S., Adjunct Assistant Professor *
William Coppola, D.D.S., Adjunct Assistant Professor *
Kenneth Havard, D.D.S., Adjunct Assistant Professor *
Travis Hildebrand, D.D.S., Adjunct Assistant Professor *
Paul Kennedy, D.D.S., Adjunct Assistant Professor *
Royana Lin, D.D.S., Adjunct Assistant Professor *
Kelly Sawyer, D.D.S., Adjunct Assistant Professor *

Board Certified , Pediatric Dentistry *
Board Certified , Orthodontics +

School Profile

Program Type:	Combined Degree Certificate
Program Director:	Full-Time Board Certified
Program Faculty:	6 Full-Time 5 Part-Time 4 Board Certified
Program Length:	24 Total Months July 1 Start Date
Program Accreditation:	Approved
State Licensure:	Restricted License Available
No. of entering positions:	7
Tuition out-of-state:	$3,000 First Year $3,000 Second Year
Salary/Stipend:	$26,000 First Year $26,000 Second Year
Application:	October 1 Deadline
Participant in National Matching Service:	Yes
Participant in PASS:	Yes
Only US citizens from ADA accredited dental schools considered:	N/A
US citizens from foreign dental schools considered:	N/A
Non-US citizens from ADA accredited dental schools considered:	N/A
Non-US citizens from foreign dental schools considered:	N/A
Acceptance/Applicant Ratio:	1:20
Clinic Experience:	Orthodontics Conscious Sedation Hospital Rotations Anesthesia Emergency Call Operating Room Oral Surgery Infant Oral Health Medically Compromised Mentally Disabled Craniofacial Disorders Physically Disabled
Didactic Experience:	Seminars Literature Review Courses Case Conferences
Research Requirement:	Data Collection Project
Teaching Experience:	2/month Clinic Half-Days Several Lecture/Presentations
Facilities:	22 Chair/Operatories 3 Clinic Receptionist 14 Dental Assistants 0 Dental Hygienists

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