Pediatric Dental Residency Program
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Ohio State University
700 Children's Drive
LA Suite 5A
Columbus, Ohio 43205
Phone: (614) 722-5651
Fax: (614) 722-5671
Email: kim.hammersmith@nationwidechildrens.org
Web: https://dentistry.osu.edu/academic-divisions/division-pediatric-dentistry
Program Length and Number of Positions
This is a 24-month program commencing July 1 of each year. There are 8 new positions offered each year.
Program Type
Hospital-based, university-affiliated certificate and Master of Science program
Application
The application deadline is September 15 of the year preceding matriculation. Correspondence regarding application and admission procedures should be addressed to:
Kim Hammersmith, D.D.S., M.P.H., M.S., Interim Program Director, Nationwide Children's Hospital, The Ohio State University, 700 Children's Drive, LA Suite 5A, Columbus, OH 43205;
kim.hammersmith@nationwidechildrens.org.
Description
The residency program in pediatric dentistry is a two-year, hospital-based, university-affiliated certificate and Master of Science program. The program combines clinical training with studies of the basic sciences as related to pediatric dentistry. The program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), and persons completing the program meet the advanced education eligibility requirements of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. A Certificate of Postgraduate Pediatric Dentistry Education is awarded by The Ohio State University, College of Dentistry, as well as a Certificate of Residency from Nationwide Children's Hospital, upon successful completion of the program. On completion of the thesis requirement, students will receive the required MS degree. The program is designed to fully prepare the student for specialty practice, as well as to provide educational opportunities for those who desire to pursue a teaching or research career in pediatric dentistry.
Curriculum
The curriculum offers the opportunity for extending the student's diagnostic ability, basic and special clinical knowledge and skills and critical judgment. It will offer experience in closely related areas to provide students with the understanding of comprehensive care. The core of the curriculum includes all subject matter indispensable to the development of a competent pediatric dentist. A supporting portion of the curriculum is included to extend the student's educational experience, enhance ability to think critically and independently, and communicate accurate information both clearly and effectively. The students will learn to work with consultants and clinicians in other dental specialties and health fields. Didactic courses, seminars and clinical experiences are provided to develop these necessary skills.
The didactic courses include: statistics, research design, photography and public health. Lectures and seminars include: physical and emotional growth and development of the child, cephalometrics, preventive procedures, traumatology, advocacy and public policy, biomechanics and limited orthodontics, behavior management, sedation, general anesthesia and other traditional pediatric dentistry courses.
The students will learn to critically evaluate scientific literature and be expected to produce a publishable paper. Students must complete a thesis to satisfy the requirements for the certificate.
Program Stipend and Tuition
First-year stipend is $55,826.95. Second-year stipend is $57,549.56. Tuition is currently paid by the College of Dentistry since students are teaching assistants. The university provides malpractice insurance and three weeks vacation per year. Residents are eligible for benefits through the University as graduate students and the hospital as employees.
Facilities
- The Ohio State University, College of Dentistry
- Nationwide Children's Hospital
Admission Requirements
Applicants must fulfill the following requirements to be considered for admission:
- Graduate of an ADA-accredited dental school
- ADEA PASS application
- Dental education transcripts (submit through PASS)
- CV/Resume (submit through PASS)
- National Board Examination Part I prior to application and Part II prior to admission (submit through PASS)
- Four professional evaluation forms, preferably one from Pediatric Dental Faculty (submit through PASS)
- Personal interview
- Undergraduate college transcripts not required
- ADAT results accepted but not required
Program Strengths
- Program provides an excellent balance between didactic knowledge and clinical experience in all areas of pediatric dentistry
- Training by the Department of Orthodontics
- Extensive clinical experience with medically compromised patients
- In depth anesthesia, premedication and sedation training through the Departments of Anesthesiology and Pediatric Dentistry
- Extensive experience in handling traumatic injuries to the teeth and jaws of children
- Availability of outstanding consultants in all areas of health care
Program Faculty
Janice A. Townsend, D.D.S., M.S., Associate Professor and Chair, Pediatric Dentistry *
Homa Amini, D.D.S., M.P.H., M.S., Professor of Clinical Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry*
Ehsan N. Azadani, D.D.S., M.S., Assistant Professor, Pediatric Dentistry
Paul Casamassimo, D.D.S., M.S., Professor Emeritus, Pediatric Dentistry*
Dan Claman, D.D.S., Assistant Clinical Professor, Pediatric Dentistry*
Ann Griffen, D.D.S., M.S., Professor, Pediatric Dentistry*
Erin Gross, D.D.S., Ph.D., M.S., Assistant Clinical Professor/Director, Predoctoral Pediatric Dentistry*
Kim Hammersmith, D.D.S., M.P.H., M.S., Assistant Clinical Professor/Director, Postdoctoral Pediatric Dentistry*
Ashok Kumar, D.D.S., M.S., Professor of Clinical Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry*
Dennis McTigue, D.D.S., M.S., Professor Emeritus, Pediatric Dentistry*
Rosa Ortega, D.D.S., M.S., Adjunct Assistant Clinical Professor, Pediatric Dentistry*
Diego Solis, D.D.S., Assistant Clinical Professor, Pediatric Dentistry*
Henry Fields, D.D.S., M.S., M.S.D., Professor, Orthodontics* (part-time)
Lucia Gerstmann, D.D.S., M.S., Pediatric Dentistry* (part-time)
Edith Kang, D.D.S., M.P.H., M.S., Orthodontics (part-time)
Gerald Kassoy, D.D.S., M.S., Pediatric Dentistry* (part-time)
Nick Kerns, D.D.S., M.S., Pediatric Dentistry* (part-time)
Jeff Milton, D.D.S., M.S., Pediatric Dentistry* (part-time)
Cecilia Moy, D.D.S., M.S., Pediatric Dentistry* (part-time)
Scott Nieman, D.D.S., M.S., Pediatric Dentistry* (part-time)
Colleen Orellana, D.D.S., M.S., Pediatric Dentistry* (part-time)
Monica Patel, D.D.S., M.S., Pediatric Dentistry* (part-time)
Jessica Pizano, D.M.D., M.S., Pediatric Dentistry* (part-time)
Shaun Rotenberg, D.D.S., M.S., Periodontology* (part-time)
Marlina Shah, D.D.S., M.S., Pediatric Dentistry* (part-time)
Heidi Steinkamp, D.D.S., Ph.D., M.S., Pediatric Dentistry (part-time)
Kumar Subramanian, D.D.S., M.S., Endodontics (part-time)
Steve Wilson, D.M.D., M.A., Ph.D., Pediatric Dentistry* (part-time)
Eric VanGilder, D.D.S., Pediatric Dentistry (part-time)
*Board certified
School Profile
| Program Type: | Combined Degree Certificate |
| Program Director: | Full-Time Board Certified |
| Program Faculty: | 9 Full-Time 19 Part-Time 24 Board Certified |
| Program Length: | 24 Total Months July 1 Start Date |
| Program Accreditation: | Approved |
| State Licensure: | Restricted License Available |
| Number of Entering Positions: | 8 |
| Tuition In-State: | Waived First Year Waived Second Year |
| Tuition Out-Of-State: | Waived First Year Waived Second Year |
| Salary/Stipend: | 55,826.95 First Year 57,549.56 Second Year |
| Application: | September 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: | 1:33 |
| Clinic Experience: | Orthodontics Conscious Sedation Hospital Rotations General Anesthesia Emergency Call Operating Room Oral Surgery Infant Oral Health Medically Compromised Mentally Disabled Craniofacial Disorders Physically Disabled Outreach Minimal and Moderate Sedations Special Health Care Needs Behavior Guidance |
| Didactic Experience: | Seminars Literature Review Courses Case Conferences Lectures |
| Research Requirement: | Thesis Data Collection Project |
| Teaching Experience: | 1/wk during second year Clinic Half-Days 1/wk during second year Lecture/Presentations |
| Facilities: | 20 Chair/Operatories 4 Clinic Receptionist 20 Dental Assistants 6 Dental Hygienists |