Temple University Hospital/Episcopal Division

Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program
Temple University Hospital
100 E. Lehigh Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19125-1098
Phone: (215) 707-1020 or (215) 707-1021
Fax: (215) 707-0083
E-mail: residency.coordinator@teethforkids.com

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Program Length and Number of Positions

This is a 24-month program beginning on July 1 of each year. Nine positions are offered each year.

Program Type

Hospital-based certificate program

Application

The application deadline is October 15 of the year preceding matriculation. Correspondence regarding application and admission procedures should be address to:

Residency Program Coordinator
Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program
Temple University Hospital/Episcopal Division
100 East Lehigh Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19125-1098

Description

The Program in Pediatric Dentistry is based at the Episcopal Campus of Temple University Hospital. The opening of Temple University Hospital’s Medical Center compliments this program’s academics, as well as providing the resident with comprehensive rotations in pediatric anesthesia and emergency medicine; plus an even more extensive patient base in treating children with special needs. Additionally, approximately 2,000 hours of each resident’s program is devoted to patient care in the pediatric dental clinic. This program, established in 1995, was reaccredited with commendation for diverse and caring faculty on April 14, 2004, by the ADA Council on Dental Education. Upon completion, the resident receives a Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry and meets eligibility requirements for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry examination.

Curriculum

Academic:

Basic Sciences - Oral Facial Biology, Histology, Embryology, Immunology, Microbiology, Oral Pathology, Anatomy, Genetics, Biostatistics, Pharmacology; Journal Review; Case Presentation; Orthodontic Seminars - Cephalometrics, Orthodontics for Primary and Mixed Dentitions; Syndromes, Diseases, Pathologies; Various Topics – Medical Ethics, Nutrition, Cardiology, Pediatric Behavior Psychology, Speech Pathology, Child Abuse, Infection Control, Patient Management, Hospital Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics, Periodontology, Dental Radiology and Photography, Practice Management, Office Design, Dental Trauma, Pulp Therapies, Medical Pathologies, Restorative Materials, Fluoride Rationales and Protocols, Local Anesthetics, Conscious Sedation, Anatomy and Physiology of the Pediatric Patient, Review of Systems, Nitrous Oxide Relative Analgesia.

Clinical:

The residents treat approximately 15 to 20 patients each day including comprehensive oral exams, extensive operative restorative treatment, and a multiple of behavior management techniques. The patient population is at poverty level with a multi-cultural society, consisting of 10-20% special needs. Each resident completes 100-150 conscious oral rehabilitation sedation cases. Each resident completes 20-25 oral rehabilitation cases in an operating room facility.

Rotations:

Pediatric Anesthesia at Temple University Hospital and St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children; Operating Room Dentistry at Temple University Hospital, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children and Episcopal Hospital; Pediatric Medicine; Oral Maxilofacial Surgery, Medical Emergency Departement at Temple University Hospital; Undergraduate Dental School Teaching at Temple University Dental School; Cleft Palate at Cooper University Hospital; Speical Smiles at Episcopal Hospital

Program Stipend and Tuition

First year stipend is $ 46,946. Second year stipend is $ 48,588. Tuition is waved for both years. Professional liability and health insurance are provided by Temple Hospital.

Facilities

• Temple University Hospital/Episcopal Campus
• Pediatric Dental Associates Dental Clinic
• Temple University/Kornberg School of Dentistry
• Temple University Hospital’s Medical Center
• St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
• Cooper University Hospital
• Albert Einstein Medical Center

Admission Requirements

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

• DDS/DMD from a US-accredited dental school
• Dental and preprofessional education transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation
• Formal application and essay
• National Board Dental Examination results/Northeast Regional Boards or equivalent
• Personal Interview

Program Strengths

• Extensive clinical exposure with active participation
• Excellent medical staff support
• University affilation for didactics and clinical
• Comprehensive orthodontic and growth guidance training
• In-depth anesthesia and sedation training through Temple University Hospital and St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
• Considerable operating room case experience
• Diverse and enthusiastic attending pediatric dentists

Program Faculty

Lewis A. Kay, DDS, Interim Program Director, Clinical Program Coordinator, Pediatric Dentist (full-time)
Michael S. Rosenbaum, DMD, Past Director, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)*
Philip T. Siegel, DDS, Past Director, Pediatric Dentist/Orthodontist (part-time)*
Sharon Hamilton, DMD, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)*
Mark S. Goldstein, DDS, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)
Kimberly Thomas, DMD, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)*
Alegria D’Agostino, DMD, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)
Susan Armstrong, DDS, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)
Paul Pasternack, DDS, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)
Wendell Holdbrook, DMD, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)
Katherine Matthews, DMD, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)
Sarah Ahn, DMD, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)*
Michael Cichetti, DMD, Orthodontist (part-time)*
Robert L. Perlot, DMD, Orthodontist (part-time)
Robert Penna, DMD, Orthodontist (part-time)
Steve A. DelliGatti, DMD, Orthodontist (part-time)
Brian Smith, DMD,MD, Oral Surgeon (part-time)*
H. Dexter Barber, DMD, Oral Surgeon (part-time)*
Joseph Mulligan, DMD, MD, Oral Surgeon (part-time)*
Alan Fielding, DMD, MD, Oral Surgeon (part-time)*
Sheldon Bernick, DDS, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)
Stuart Wasserlauf, DDS, Pediatric Dentist (part-time)

*Board certified

School Profile

Program Type:	Hospital-based Certificate
Program Director:	Part-Time Board Certified
Program Faculty:	1 Full-Time 19 Part-Time Yes Board Certified
Program Length:	24 Total Months July 1 Start Date
Program Accreditation:	Approved
State Licensure:	Required
No. of entering positions:	9
Tuition in-state:	$Waived First Year
Salary/Stipend:	$46,946 First Year $48,588 Second Year
Application:	$25 Fee October 15 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:	1:10
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 Case Report
Teaching Experience:	Yes Clinic Half-Days Yes Lecture/Presentations
Facilities:	13 Chair/Operatories 6 Clinic Receptionist 9 Dental Assistants 2-3 Dental Hygienists

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