University of Illinois at Chicago

Advanced Education Programs in Pediatric Dentistry
Clinical Specialty and M.S. Degree Programs
Department of Pediatric Dentistry (M/C 850)
College of Dentistry
University of Illinois at Chicago
801 S. Paulina St.
Chicago, IL 60612-7211
Phone: (312) 996-7531
Fax: (312) 996-1981

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Fellowship

Program Length and Number of Positions

This is a 24-month program beginning July 1 of each year. Program takes six new residents each year.

Program Type

University-based, hospital-affiliated program

Application

The application deadline is October 1 of the year preceding matriculation. Correspondence regarding application and admission procedures should be addressed to May Stern, maysie@uic.edu at the following address:

May C. Stern
Assistant to the Chief, Dental Service
UI Medical Center at Chicago
Department of Pediatric Dentistry, M/C 850
University of Illinois at Chicago
801 South Paulina Street, Room 256
Chicago, IL 60612

Specific questions should be addressed to:

Dr. Indru Punwani,ipunwani@uic.edu, Postgraduate Program Director, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Illinois at Chicago, 801 S. Paulina St., Chicago, IL 60612-7211; (312) 996-7531; or to Dr. Rodney Vergotine, Rodney@uic.edu, Associate Program Director.

Description

Advanced study in pediatric dentistry is offered through two separate, yet complementary, programs - certificate and graduate M.S. in oral sciences. The clinical specialty program has as its goal the training of the specialist for the comprehensive treatment of the healthy child, as well as the medically compromised and neurologically challenged patient. The graduate program may be pursued by candidates with an interest in an academic position involving teaching and research. Either program includes sufficient flexibility to allow the candidate to explore areas of his/her special interest. Individualized instruction and attention are provided to facilitate early development of the broad range of skills needed in pediatric dentistry. The program is fully accredited by the ADA Council on Dental Education and has been planned in accordance with the guidelines for postdoctoral education of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. It meets eligibility requirements for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Curriculum

The program is arranged to provide 60 percent patient care activities and 40 percent in seminars, research and teaching activities.

Required clinical courses include: advanced clinical pediatric dentistry, case analysis, interceptive orthodontics, minor tooth movement, sedation and hospital dentistry. Each student participates in formal rotations through the Department of Anesthesiology, Emergency Room, Pediatric Ward, Pediatric Clinic and subspecialty clinics in Cardiology, Neurology and Hematology/Oncology. Other rotations to affiliated institutions include: the Children’s Habilitation Clinic and the Craniofacial Center.

Required didactic and graduate courses include: advanced pediatric dentistry, biostatistics, craniofacial anomalies, dental pediatrics, diagnostic procedures, hospital dentistry, pediatric dentistry research, pediatric dentistry seminar, pediatric oral pathology, pediatric physical diagnosis, practice management, research methodology, seminar on anesthesia and pain control and temporomandibular disorders. A research requirement must be fulfilled for certification (nondegree candidates). Additional elective clinical and graduate courses are also available.

Program Stipend and Tuition

First-year stipend is $46,380 plus health coverage and fringe benefits. Second-year stipend is $48,360 plus health coverage and fringe benefits. Tuition is waived. Each July, it is expected there will be a small increase to the stipend.

Facilities

• University of Illinois
• University of Illinois Hospital
• Children’s Habilitation Clinic
• Craniofacial Center

Admission Requirements

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

• D.D.S., D.M.D. or if not included in PASS/MATCH application
• Original Dental and preprofessional education transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation
• 2"x2" Photograph
• Curriculum Vita
• Personal Interview (if contacted)

Program Strengths

• Strong didactic (40%) and clinic (60%) experience
• Extensive and diverse patient pool
• Extensive clinical exposure to utilization of sedation and general anesthesia for
  management of behavior and special needs patients
• Excellent facilities, significant hospital activity and supporting medical/dental staff
• Diversified and experienced faculty with clinical and research expertise
• Extensive opportunities to gain teaching skills and experience

Program Faculty

Full Time

Indru C. Punwani, D.D.S., M.S.D., Professor/Department Head, Postgraduate Program Director*
Rodney Vergotine, D.D.S, M.S., Assistant Professor, Associate Postgraduate Program Director*
Marilia Montero, D.D.S., Assistant Professor, Postgraduate Clinic Director*
Sahar Alrayyes, D.D.S., M.S., Assistant Professor, Predoctoral Clinic Director*
Algernon Bolden, D.D.S., Associate Professor**
Shahrbanoo Fadavi, D.D.S., M.S., Professor*
Linda Kaste, D.D.S., M.S., Ph.D., Associate Professor**
Anne Koerber, D.D.S., Ph.D., Associate Professor***
Sheela Raja, Ph.D., Clinical Assistant Professor
Larry B. Salzmann, D.D.S., Clinical Associate Professor, Predoctoral Program Director
Christine Wu, Ph.D., Professor





Part Time

Adrienne Barnes, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor
Melissa Connell, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor
Lance Lambert, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor
Flavia Lamberghini, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor****
Ricardo Mendoza, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor
Irwin M. Seidman, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor****
Jin-Moon Soh, D.D.S., M.S., Clinical Associate Professor****
Kapil Vij , D.D.S., M.S., Clinical Assistant Professor
Nicola Hill-Cordell, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor

*:Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
**: Diplomate, Dental Public Health
***: Diplomate, Clinical Psychology
****: Illinois Specialty Board

School Profile

Program Type:	University-based Degree Certificate
Program Director:	Full-Time Board Certified
Program Faculty:	11 Full-Time 9 Part-Time 10 Board Certified
Program Length:	24 Total Months July 1 Start Date
Program Accreditation:	Approved
State Licensure:	Restricted License Available
No. of entering positions:	6
Salary/Stipend:	$46,380 First Year $48,360 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:	1:8
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:	1 Clinic Half-Days Yes Lecture/Presentations
Facilities:	24 Chair/Operatories 3 Clinic Receptionist 8 Dental Assistants

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