University of Maryland

Postgraduate Program in Pediatric Dentistry
Division of Pediatric Dentistry
University of Maryland Dental School
2 North 650 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: (410) 706-7970
Web Address: http://www.dental.umaryland.edu

Profile
Fellowship

Program Length and Number of Positions

This is a 24-month certificate program commencing July 1 of each fiscal year. Four new positions are offered each year.

Program Type

University-based certificate with option for a Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy

Application

The application deadline is November 15 of the year preceding matriculation. Correspondence regarding application and admission procedures should be addressed to: Dr. Patricia Meehan, Assistant Dean, Admissions and Recruitment, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, Dental School, 650 W. Baltimore St, University of Maryland at Baltimore, Baltimore, MD 21201.

Description

The Postgraduate Program in Pediatric Dentistry is designed to prepare the student for a career in patient care in a private practice or a hospital setting. The student is expected to develop clinical skills in treating normal and handicapped children, as well as to function effectively in the hospital environment treating patients with complex medical problems. This program combined with a master’s or doctorate is intended for the clinician who wishes to pursue a career as a teacher/researcher and emphasizes scientific methodology together with research experience to develop skills required for independent research. 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.

Postdoctoral students can seek simultaneous enrollment in the program combined with a Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy degree programs. In addition to the requirements for the postdoctoral program, the successful completion of a thesis and specific course work are required for graduation. The student is awarded a Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry and either a M.S. or Ph.D. degree at the successful conclusion of the program.

Curriculum

The Postgraduate Program in Pediatric Dentistry is based primarily at the University of Maryland Dental School on the campus of the Health Sciences Center of the University of Maryland. The academic course work occupies approximately 20 percent of the postdoctoral students’ time and includes: case conferences, research methods, orthodontic diagnosis, laboratory technique, literature review, oral pathology, general anesthesia rotation, pediatrics rotation and applied teaching. Each postdoctoral student is required to submit a research paper suitable for publication and prepare three documented cases similar to those previously required for board certification.

Program Stipend and Tuition

First- and second-year stipends are $18,454 and $20,572 respectively. Tuition is $26,358 in-state and $41,592 out-of-state.

Facilities

• University of Maryland School of Dentistry
• Kernan Hospital
• University of Maryland Medical Center
• Johns Hopkins Hospital

Admission Requirements

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

• D.D.S., D.M.D. or its equivalent
• Dental and preprofessional education transcripts through PASS Program
• Three recommendations (one from full-time faculty member)
• Documentation of professional experiences
• Personal interview
• Participation in Postdoctoral Matching Program
• TOEFL scores and National Board Dental Examination results Parts I and II for
  foreign applicants

Program Strengths

• Strong didactic program, especially in orthodontics, with flexibility to accommodate
  diverse professional goals
• Evidence-based, patient-centered care in both in- and out-patient settings with normal,
  developmentally disabled and medically compromised preschool and school-aged
  patients
• Emphasis is placed on leadership for private practice, hospital or academic careers
• Well-qualified and diverse full- and part-time faculty

Program Faculty

Ronald Ackerman, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor+
Sophia Balis, D.D.S., Clinical Associate Professor
Paul Biederman, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor*
Dan Biederman, DDS, Clinical Assistant Professor
Warren Brill, D.M.D, Clinical Assistant Professor
James Coll, D.D.S., M.S., Clinical Professor*
B. Casey Crafton, D.D.S., M.S., J.D., Clinical Assistant Professor*
Jillian A Easton, B.D.S M.S, Assistant Professor/Postgraduate Director*
Edward Ginsberg, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor*
Harry Goodman, D.M.D., M.P.H., Associate Professor
Stuart Josell, D.M.D., M.Dent.Sc., Associate Professor+
Shari Kohn, D.D.S, Clinical Assistant Professor*
Suzan Miller, D.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor
Glenn Minah, D.D.S., M.S., Ph.D., Associate Professor
David Owen, D.D.S., M.A., Clinical Associate Professor
Earle Schulz, D.D.S., M.S., Associate Professor
Preston Shelton, D.D.S., M.S., Associate Professor*
Norman Tinanoff, D.D.S., M.S., Professor/Chairman*
Clemencia Vargas, D.D.S., Ph.D., Assistant Professor
Patrice Wunsch, D.D.S, Dental Director, Kernan Hospital *


*Board certified
+Board certified (ortho)

School Profile

Program Type:	University-based Degree Certificate
Program Director:	Full-Time Board Certified
Program Faculty:	5 Full-Time 9 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:	4
Tuition in-state:	$26,358 First Year $26,358 Second Year
Tuition out-of-state:	$41,592 First Year $41,592 Second Year
Salary/Stipend:	$18,454 First Year $20,572 Second Year
Application:	November 15 Deadline
Participant in National Matching Service:	Yes
Participant in PASS:	Yes
Only US citizens from ADA accredited dental schools considered:	No
US citizens from foreign dental schools considered:	Yes
Non-US citizens from ADA accredited dental schools considered:	Yes
Non-US citizens from foreign dental schools considered:	Yes
Acceptance/Applicant Ratio:	1:25
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:	Yes Clinic Half-Days Yes Lecture/Presentations
Facilities:	14 Chair/Operatories 3 Clinic Receptionist 4 Dental Assistants 0 Dental Hygienists

Fellowship

Description:
The University of Maryland Dental School offers a two-year Fellowship Program in Pediatric Dentistry. The purpose of the program is to provide additional training to pediatric dentists and place them in urban and rural public health clinics throughout Maryland to provide comprehensive clinical dental care to underserved children. Fellows spend three to four days per week providing clinical dental services. Additional days are set aside for teaching and research activities at the University of Maryland Dental School. Programs can be tailored to fit individual interests.
Requirement:
• Completion of ADA-approved two-year U.S./Canadian Pediatric Dental Residency Program • D.D.S. or D.M.D. from approved U.S. or foreign dental school *Please note that this program is not linked to the University of Maryland Pediatric Dental Residency. Applicants to the Fellowship program must have completed an accredited pediatric dental residency program in either the US or Canada prior to application.
Salary ($): $62,000
Contact Name: Harry Goodman, D.M.D.
Contact Address:
CV and letter of intent should be sent to: Harry Goodman, Director Pediatric Dentistry Fellowship Program Department of Pediatric Dentistry University of Maryland Dental School 650 West Baltimore Street Baltimore, MD 21201
Contact Phone: (410) 706-7970
Contact Email: hgoodman@umaryland.edu