Indiana University and James Whitcomb Riley Hospital

Advanced Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry
Department of Pediatric Dentistry
Indiana University School of Dentistry and James Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children
702 Barnhill Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Phone: (317) 274-9604

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Fellowship

Program Length and Number of Positions

This is a 24-month program commencing July 1 of each year. A maximum of six positions are available each year.

Program Type

Hospital-based postgraduate program with options for an MSD degree.

Application

The application deadline is October 1 of the year preceding matriculation. Correspondence regarding application and admission procedures should be addressed to The Office of Student Affairs, Indiana University School of Dentistry, 1121 W. Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202.

Description

The majority of the clinical program occurs at the James Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children although some clinical training occurs at other University Hospitals and at the School of Dentistry. Each trainee who successfully completes the two-year program receives a Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry, is eligible for the Master of Science in Dentistry degree, and meets all educational requirements for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry examination.

Curriculum

Didactic courses are offered in both the dental school and the hospital settings. The training program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Dental Association. Successful candidates will complete both the MSD and Certificate requirements during the two-year training program.

Program Stipend and Tuition

Annual stipends for first and second year residents are approximately $42,500.

Graduate school tuition is approximately $19,000 per year and instruments, books and clinic expenses approximately $1,000 the first year and $200 second year.

Facilities

1. Indiana University School of Dentistry
2. James Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children

Admission Requirements

Applicant must hold a DDS or DMD degree (or in the process of earning either of these degrees) from a dental school accredited by the American Dental Association or the Canadian Dental Association.

1. Dental education transcripts
2. Three letters of recommendation (includes one from dental school dean)
3. Personal interview.

Program Strengths

1. Extensive clinical opportunities encompassing all areas of pediatric dentistry.
2. Strong didactic program with Master of Science in Dentistry degree within a two-year period.
3. Established and reputable resources for research |in all related sciences.

Program Faculty

Dr. David R. Avery, Ralph E. McDonald Professor Emeritus of Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Douglas H. Barton, Associate Professor of Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Michael P. Baumgartner, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Jeffrey A. Dean, Professor of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
Dr. Gary J. Hinz, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. James E. Jones, Professor of Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. John T. Krull, Assistant Professor of Pediatrc Dentistry
Dr. Ralph E. McDonald, Professor Emeritus of Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. James R. Roche, Professor Emeritus of Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. Brian J Sanders, Director of Advanced Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. James A . Weddell, Associate Professor of Pediatric Dentistry

School Profile

Program Type:	Combined Hospital-based Degree Certificate
Program Director:	Full-Time Board Certified
Program Faculty:	8 Full-Time 8 Part-Time 6 Board Certified
Program Length:	24 Total Months July 1 Start Date
Program Accreditation:	Approved
State Licensure:	Restricted License Available
No. of entering positions:	6
Tuition in-state:	$19,000 First Year $19,000 Second Year
Salary/Stipend:	$42,400 First Year $42,900 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:	Yes
US citizens from foreign dental schools considered:	No
Non-US citizens from ADA accredited dental schools considered:	Yes
Non-US citizens from foreign dental schools considered:	No
Acceptance/Applicant Ratio:	1:15
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:	Thesis Data Collection Project
Teaching Experience:	24 Clinic Half-Days 2 Lecture/Presentations
Facilities:	12 Chair/Operatories 3 Clinic Receptionist 12 Dental Assistants 3 Dental Hygienists

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