University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Dental Branch
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
School Profile
Program Length and Number of Positions
Certificate Program: A 24-month 1-week program commencing the second half of June each year. Six new positions are available each year.
M.S. Program: Simultaneous enrollment in the certificate program and a Master of Science program is available. In addition to the requirements for the certificate program, Master of Science candidates must submit an original research project and thesis and complete additional course work. M.S. degree requirements may be accomplished in less than 36 months.
Program Type
University-based hospital affiliated certificate program with an opportunity to obtain a Master of Science degree.
Application
The application deadline is October 1 of the year preceding matriculation. Application is made through the PASS program of the ADEA. Correspondence regarding application and admission procedures should be addressed to The Office of Student Affairs, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Dental Branch, P. O. Box 20068, Houston, Texas 77225.
Description
The program in pediatric dentistry is designed to offer the advanced student a mixture of didactic and clinical experiences. Emphasis is placed on hospital and clinical dentistry, and includes experiences in general anesthesia, conscious sedation, special patient care, and interceptive and preventive orthodontics. Rotations through Memorial Hermann Children's Hospital and Houston Medical Center (a pediatric ambulatory care clinic which is designed to simulate a private practice setting). Month long pediatric medicine and anesthesiology rotations are completed during the second half of the first year of training. The program is approved and accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association. Upon successful completion of the certificate program, the student satisfies the eligibility requirements for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Curriculum
Certificate Program: The certificate program consists of 24 months of training. The curriculum includes training in all aspects of contemporary pediatric dentistry, including preventive dentistry, behavior management, conscious sedation, preventive and interceptive orthodontics, practice management, dental care for the special patient, general anesthesia, pediatric medicine, and participation in a variety of multidisciplinary management teams. The curriculum is delivered through various instructional modalities including lectures, seminars, clinical rotations, and independent learning contracts. Activities take place within the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the country. Master of Science Degree: Residents interested in a Master of Science degree in addition to their certificate, may pursue this program concurrently although the program may extend into a third year. Specific detailed information regarding a Master of Science degree can be obtained from the program director.
Program Stipend and Tuition
Resident stipends are approximately $14,000 the first year and $24,000 the second year plus fringe benefits. Current information regarding stipends and benefits can be obtained from the program director.
Facilities
- Memorial Hermann Children's Hospital, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Dental Branch, and the Houston Medical Center Building
- University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School
Admission Requirements
Applicants must have available the following credentials to be considered for admission:
- DDS, DMD or equivalent Dental and pre-professional education transcripts.
- National Board examination results.
- Three letters of recommendation.
- Personal interview.
Program Strengths
- Didactic and clinical education in contemporary preventive oriented pediatric dentistry Resources of the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the United States. Hospital based activities including general anesthesia, pediatric medicine, emergency room coverage, participation in cleft lip/palate and hematology/oncology teams, inpatient and outpatient comprehensive dental care, and Oral Pathology Clinic.
- Research opportunities
Program Faculty
Full-time
*Sanford J. Fenton, Professor & Chair
+Steven Hackmyer, Associate Professor & Interim Program Director
+Robert Tate, Associate Professor, Clinic Director
+Bhavini Acharya, Assistant Professor
+Gisela Velasquez, Assistant Professor
Part-time
++Catherine Flaitz, Professor
*John Hicks, Professor
* Elsa A. Echeverri, Associate Professor
+Thomas Wild, Associate Professor
*Gary Badger, Assistant Professor
+Amber Callis, Assistant Professor
+Freddy Cessac, Assistant Professor
+Carmen Chavarria, Assistant Professor
+Bret Ibarra, Assistant Professor
+Jaibum Kim, Assistant Professor
*Regina Lewis, Assistant Professor
+Michelle Lin, Assistant Professor
*Lisa McGriff-Metz, Assistant Professor
*Yadah Sringam, Assistant Professor
**Quynh-Thuyen Tan, Assistant Professor
*Board Certified, Pediatric Dentist
+Board Eligible, Pediatric Dentist
**Board Certified, Orthodontist
++Board Certified, Oral Pathology
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