Information from the American Academy of Periodontology about the training required for a careers in periodontics and the types of positions available within this field...
Periodontal externships are available to dental students at institutions throughout the United States. These externships vary in length from two weeks to several months and many cost little or nothing to the student. Their purpose is to expose dental students to advanced study in periodontics as well as postdoctoral students and faculty. These programs are ideal for helping students determine if they would like to pursue a career in periodontology. Select a school on the menu below to find out more its externship programs.
Schools that offer externship programs:
Baylor College of DentistryDr. Jeffrey A. Rossmann, DDS, MSLast week July/1st week of August2 week rotation with an assigned 3rd year perio resident. Visit 2 local perio offices.April 14YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoNoDebbie Roberts, Administrative Assitant<BR>Baylor College of Dentistry, Dept of Perio<BR>3302 Gaston Ave.<BR>
Dallas, TX 75246<BR>Phone: 214-828-8140<BR>Fax: 214-4563<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:droberts@bcd.tamhsc.edu">droberts@bcd.tamhsc.edu</A>living expenses onlyNo$89.00 per night for a suite with kitchenetteDebbie Roberts at 214-828-8140
or <A HREF="mailto:droberts@bcd.tamhsc.edu">droberts@bcd.tamhsc.edu</A>Preference given to Baylor dental students.Baylor College of DentistryCase Western Reserve UniversityDr. Nabil F BissadaTime is arranged between the student and the Department of PeriodonticsDental school based, consisting of attending periodontal seminars<BR>and observing graduate students in the graduate periodontal clinicN/A1-5YesYesYesnovalueYesYesYesYesYesYesYesnovalueNoNoNoYesDr. Nabil F Bissada<BR>Professor and Chair, Dept. of Periodontics<BR>Phone: 216/368-6752<BR>Fax: 216/368-3204<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:nxb4@po.cwru.edu">nxb4@po.cwru.edu</A>No costn/an/an/anovalueCase Western Reserve UniversityColumbia UniversityDr. Panos PapapanouJuly 1, 2003-June 30, 2004One week to a monthNoneOpenYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesYesYesWebsite: <A HREF="http://cpmcnet.columbia.edu/dept/dental/perio/">cpmcnet.columbia.edu/dept/dental/perio/</A>n/an/an/an/aMust have written permission from the school they are attending.Columbia UniversityHarvard School of Dental MedicineDr. Roland Baron, DDS, PhDOctober 1-July 110-15 day site visit and interaction with students and faculty. Externs are welcome to sit in on classes, observe in the clinic and take part in much of the day to day activities.Minimum of six weeks before intended start date12YesYesYesYesN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AYesN/AN/AYesYesYesDepartment of Oral Medicine, Infection and Immunity <BR>Harvard School of Dental Medicine
<BR>188 Longwood Avenue, REB 309<BR>Boston, MA 02115<BR>Phone: 617-432-1452<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:omii@hsdm.harvard.edu">omii@hsdm.harvard.edu</A>$0Novaries due to duration and accomodations<a href="http://www.hsdm.harvard.edu">www.hsdm.harvard.edu</A>N/AHarvard School of Dental MedicineLoma Linda UniversityDr. Craig RirieYear round - 1 quarter to 4 quartersTrainees attend didactic courses, literature seminars, and interdisciplinary treatment-planning sessions but do not treat patients. In the Graduate Periodontics Clinic the activity of externs is limited to clinical assistance and observation of faculty, fellows, and students enrolled in the three-year degree training program.One quarter before planned program starts1-2 each quarter
09Exposure-Provided1: Didactic portions of the Graduate Program
YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesJeffrey M. Henkin DDS, MS, FICD<BR>Department of Periodontics<BR>Advanced Education in Periodontics<BR>
Loma Linda University School of Dentistry<BR>24860 Taylor Street<BR>Loma Linda, CA 92354<BR>
Phone: 909-558-4610<BR>Fax: 909-558-4801
<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:yjimenez@llu.edu">yjimenez@llu.edu</A>$10770 + fees per quarterYes$500-1000/month909-558-4510N/ALoma Linda UniversityMedical College of Georgia School of DentistryDr. Philip J. Hanes, DDS, MS3 days in mid-MayProgram invites national dental school seniors who may have an interest in becoming a Periodontist to visit the School of Dentistry, observe Clinics, interact with the current residents and faculty of the Advanced Education in Periodontics Program, and interview for the upcoming program if desired.None8
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YesYesYesYesNoNoNoNoNoNoYesNoYesYesNoYesRuth Patton<BR>MCG/SOD/AD3823<BR>1459 Laney Walker Blvd.<BR>Augusta, GA 30912<BR>Phone: 706-721-2442<BR>Fax:
706-721-9579<BR><A HREF="mailto:RUPATTON@mcg.edu">RUPATTON@mcg.edu</A><BR><A HREF="http://www.mcg.edu/sod/Periodontics/Externship.htm">www.mcg.edu/sod/Periodontics/Externship.htm</A>Room and board plus travelNo$60.00 per night<A HREF="mailto:RUPATTON@mcg.edu">RUPATTON@mcg.edu</A>Grades, national boardsMedical College of Georgia School of DentistryMedical Unversity of South CarolinaDr. Robert G. Gellin, DMD, MHSYear round, typically 1 weekProgram offers students the opportunity to interact with residents, faculty and staff during 1 week of normally scheduled didactic and clinical activities. Students may attend seminars such as current literature, treatment planning, surgical techniques, as well as observe direct patient care, including periodontal and implant surgeries.NoneUnlimited
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YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoNoNoNoJoe W. Krayer, DDS, MS Assistant Professor<BR>Division of Periodontics Director, Post-Doctoral Periodontics<BR>Medical University of South Carolina<BR>College of Dental Medicine<BR>30 Bee Street, Room 115 <BR>Charleston, South Carolina 29425<BR>Phone: 843-792-7612<BR>Fax: 843-792-7809<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:krayer@musc.edu">krayer@musc.edu</A>NoneN/A$70.00/night (hotel 2 blocks away)N/ACandidates must provide a letter from their institution documenting acceptable academic standing and assurance that they will be covered by liability and medical insurance while participating in the externship program.Medical Unversity of South CarolinaThe Ohio State UniversityDr. Angelo MariottiIndividually arranged between student and Program; mostly during
Spring and Summer quarters; 1-7 daysDental School based. Clinical observation in all Graduate Clinic activities and didactic exposure to all Graduate Periodontics courses and seminars.N/A; can be arranged by e-mail; students are expected to contact
Program at least 2 weeks prior to anticipated start date5-10YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesYesYesDr. Dimitris N. Tatakis<BR>Professor of Periodontology<BR>Phone: 614/292-0371<BR>Fax: 614/292-4612<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:tatakis.1@osu.edu">tatakis.1@osu.edu</A>
No cost; student is responsible for own travel, lodging, and meals. Travel grants available to qualified students.NoCost varies based on choices<a href="http://offcampus.osu.edu/housing_shortterm.asp">http://offcampus.osu.edu/housing_shortterm.asp</A>Student is required to submit copy of CV and bring proof of required immunizations. For details please see: <A HREF="http://dent.osu.edu/perio/postdoctoral_program_externships.php">dent.osu.edu/perio/postdoctoral_program_externships.php</A>Ohio State UniversitySaint Louis UniversityD. Douglas Miley, DMD, MSDVaries, depending on individual needsDental School based - two seperate clinical faciltiesNone1-5YesYes
YesnovalueYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesYesYesDr. D Douglas Miley<BR>Director, Graduate Periodontics<BR>Phone: 314/977-8362<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:mileydd@slu.edu">mileydd@slu.edu</A>No costn/an/an/anovalueSaint Louis UniversitySouthern Illinois UniversityDr. Dwight E McLeodnovalueInformal opportunities exist for undergraduate and graduate students. Students should contact the University for specific information.novaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovalueDr. Dwight McLeod<BR>Predoc Director and Chair, Department of Periodontics<BR>Phone: 618/474-7023<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:dmcleod@siue.edu">dmcleod@siue.edu</A>n/an/an/an/anovalueSouthern Illinois UniversitySUNY at BuffaloDr. Sebastian G. CiancioArrangedThe Visiting Scholar Program is for applicants interested in an externship or customized continuing education rotation in clinical periodontics, and does not lead to a Certificate of Proficiency or graduate degree. However, a Certificate of Completion is awarded. The Visiting Scholar Program essentially is a custom-designed continuing education program that can be arranged according to the applicant's interests, and is very flexible with regard to time and content (e.g., one month to 1 year). For example, the program may involve clinical periodontal training, seminar or lecture courses on clinical or basic sciences, teaching, research, or various combinations of those components. A DDS/DMD degree or foreign equivalent is required.Open1-2YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesYesYesRobert E. Cohen, D.D.S., Ph.D.<BR>School of Dental Medicine<BR>University at Buffalo<BR>250 Squire Hall<BR>Fax: 716/837-7623<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:rcohen@buffalo.edu">rcohen@buffalo.edu</A>Varies, depending on length and content of programn/an/an/aA preliminary e-mail interview generally is required to determine student interest, program length, costs, and components. Interested applicants should contact Dr. Cohen to arrange program details.SUNY at BuffaloUniversity of Alabama at BirminghamDr. Michael ReddyThoughout the academic yearParticipation in the post graduate clinical and didactic programs.None5YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesYesYesDr. Nico Geurs<BR>1530 3rd Avenue South<BR> Birmingham, AL 35294<BR>
Phone: 205/934-4506<BR>Fax: 205/934-7901<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:ngeurs@uab.edu">ngeurs@uab.edu</A>Travel and per diemNon/an/an/aUniversity of Alabama at BirminghamUniversity of California San FranciscoDr. Mark RyderYear-round. 1-2 weeksDental school based.None1-5YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesYesNoAllesia Allen<BR>Resident Coordinator<BR>521 Parnassus Avenue, C628<BR>San Francisco, CA. 94143-0650<BR>Phone: 415/476-1458<BR>Fax: 415/502-4990<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:Alesia.Allen@ucsf.edu">Alesia.Allen@ucsf.edu</A>The cost of malpractice insuranceNo<A HREF="http://www.campuslifeservices.ucsf.edu/housing/off_campus/service/">www.campuslifeservices.ucsf.edu/housing/off_campus/service/</A><A HREF="http://www.campuslifeservices.ucsf.edu/housing/">www.campuslifeservices.ucsf.edu/housing/</A>GPA, Class Rank, Board ScoresUniversity of California San FranciscoUniversity of FloridaDr. Ikramuddin AukhilMay throuth August. Duration variableExterns shadow periodontics residents in the clinic and on the summer hospital anesthesia rotation.None2-3NoNoNoYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesYesNoDr. Gregory Horning
<BR>Periodontics Department<BR>PO Box 100434<BR>Gainesville, FL 32610-0434room and board, traveln/an/an/agrades, national boardsUniversity of FloridaUniversity of Illinois-ChicagoPhilip T. Maruchaalmost any dates can be accommodatedOpen to University of Illinois-Chicago seniors only.n/anot limitedYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesnovalueYesYesnovalueDr. Joseph V. Califano<BR>Director, Postgraduate Periodontics<BR>Phone: 312/355-4819<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:califano@uic.edu">califano@uic.edu</A>n/aNon/an/anovalueUniversity of Illinois-ChicagoUniversity of KentuckyDr. Mark V ThomasYear-round, mostly during summer.novalueNone1-4YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesMohanad Al-Sabbagh, DDS, MS<BR>Program Director<BR>Graduate Periodontology<BR>800 Rose Street<BR>Lexington, KY 40536 <BR>Phone: 859/257-3003<BR>Fax: 859/257-1847<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:malsa2@email.uky.edu">malsa2@email.uky.edu</A>On case basisn/an/an/an/aUniversity of KentuckyUniversity of LouisvilleDr. Henry Greenwell1 Week. Summer, Fall, or SpringDental school based. Clinical observation. Didactic exposure, depending on availabilityBy arrangement with each student6-10YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesN/ANoYesNoNoDr. Henry Greenwell<BR>Professor and Chairman, Director of Graduate Periodontics<BR>Phone: 502/852-6928<BR>Fax: 502/852-1317<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:henry.greenwell@louisville.edu">henry.greenwell@louisville.edu</A>Housing and mealsN/AN/AN/AN/AUniversity of LouisvilleUniversity of MarylandDr. Mark Reynolds1-2 weeks during the summer session (June - August). Due to summer schedules, late July and August generally afford students the greatest chance to observe program activities.Program permits students the opportunity to "shadow" residents during 1-2 weeks of normally scheduled didactic and clinical activities. For example, students are permitted to attend seminars such as current literature, treatment planning, surgical techniques, as well as observe direct patient care, including periodontal and implant surgeries.April 15th1-5YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesSandra S. Ringgold<BR>Academic Program Specialist<BR>650 W. Baltimore St., Room 4222<BR>Baltimore, MD 21201<BR>
Phone: 410-706-7153<BR>Fax: 410-706-7201<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:sringgold@umaryland.edu">sringgold@umaryland.edu</A>n/aNon/an/aCandidates must provide a letter from their institution documenting acceptable academic standing and assurance that they will be covered by liability and medical insurance while participating in the externship program.University of MarylandUniversity of Medicine and Dentistry of New JerseyDr. Dana GravesnovaluenovaluenovaluenovalueYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesDr. Michael J Deasy<BR>Chair, Department of Periodontics<BR>Phone: 973/972-4639<BR>Fax: 973/972-3884<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:deasy@umdnj.edu">deasy@umdnj.edu</A>novaluen/an/an/anovalueUniversity of Medicine and Dentistry of New JerseyUniversity of MichiganDr. Laurie McCauley1 week during Spring-Summer termsThe program provides externs exposure to both didactic and clinical portions of the Graduate Periodontics Program at the University of Michigan. The clinical program includes techniques in oral implantology, bone augmentation and periodontal surgery. Time will also be available to spend in the clinical and basic science research components in periodontal tissue engineering, biomimetics and chemotherapeutics.May 110YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesYesYesDr. Karim El-Kholy<BR>1011 N. University - Room 1334<BR>Ann Arbor - MI - USA 48109-1078<BR>Phone: 734/763-3325<BR>Fax: 734/763-5503<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:kelkholy@umich.edu"> kelkholy@umich.edu</A><BR>Additional contact: Mrs. Bonnie Loepke<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto: bjloepke@umich.edu"> bjloepke@umich.edu</A>Free of charge. Student is responsible for travel expenses.Non/a<A HREF="http://www.housing.umich.edu">www.housing.umich.edu</A>Please request application form. This program is limited to dental students only.University of MichiganUniversity of MinnesotaDr. Bashar BakdashnovalueSchool offers numerous outreach clinical opportunities for its own DDS & DH students in both public & private community settings. In addition, the DDS & DH students spend an average of 5+ half days observing and assisting Periodontology Advanced Education Residents.novaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovaluenovalueDr. Bashar Bakdash<BR>Professor and Director, Division of Periodontology<BR>Phone: 612/625-8684<BR>Fax: 612/626-2652<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:bakda001@umn.edu">bakda001@umn.edu</A>novaluen/an/an/anovalueUniversity of MinnesotaUniversity of North CarolinaDr. David Paquette (Interim) September-June, possibly July. 1 WeekStudent becomes part of the department and interacts with all faculty and residents in all activitiesNo deadline. Can be arranged by email.1-5YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesYesYesDr. Ray C Williams<BR>Professor and Chair, Dept of Periodontology<BR>Phone: 919/966-2701<BR>Fax: 919/966-0284<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:ray_williams@dentistry.unc.edu">ray_williams@dentistry.unc.edu</A>Travel and per diemNo$58 per dayn/anovalueUniversity of North CarolinaUniversity of PennsylvaniaDr. Joseph P. Fiorellini
Varies, depending on individual needsDental school basednovalue1-5YesYesYesnovalueYesYesYesYesYesYesYesnovalueNoNoNoNoDr. Joseph P. Fiorellini<BR>Robert Schattner Center School of Dental Medicine<BR> Department of Periodontics<BR>240 South 40th Street<BR>Philadelphia PA 19104-6030<BR>Phone: 215/898-3268<BR>Fax: 215/573-3939<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:jpf@dental.upenn.edu">jpf@dental.upenn.edu</A> novalueYesn/a<A HREF="http://www.upenn.edu/offcampusliving">www.upenn.edu/offcampusliving</A> novalueUniversity of PennsylvaniaUniversity of TennesseePaul S. BlandFlexibleStudents will attend seminars, journal review, case conference, and assist within the post-graduate clinic. In addition students will have the opportunity to explore the research opportunities available to periodontal residents.Flexible3YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesNoYesDr. Swati Y. Rawal, Department of Periodontology Interim Program Director<BR>Postgraduate Periodontics College of Dentistry, University of Tennessee<BR>875 Union Avenue<BR>Memphis TN 38163Housing - variableYes (enter approx. cost) $20 per day$40 per day<A HREF="http://www.utmem.edu/studenthousing/">www.utmem.edu/studenthousing/</A>
dental school transcript<BR>one letter of support<BR>
curriculum vitae<BR>
Part I National Board scores<BR>
proof of clinic liability insurance (letter from Dean of Clinic Director)University of TennesseeUniversity of Texas Health Sciences Center at San AntonioDr. David L CochranJuly (second week) to December (second week), and January (second week) to End of April. Maximum of two weeks.Dental school based. Students attend some classes and observe in the graduate clinic. Students with insurance coverage can assistNonenovalueYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoYesNoNoRobin Druckman<BR>Academic Coordinator<BR>Phone: 210/567-3176<BR>Fax: 210/567-6721<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:Druckman@uthscsa.edu">Druckman@uthscsa.edu</A>n/aNon/an/aWe only accept students in their
3rd or 4th year of dental school.University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San AntonioUniversity of Texas Health Sciences Center-HoustonDr. James KatancikNo set dates; arrangements made for each applicant; one-two week durationAttendee will participate in all periodontal seminars and assist in clinic.One month prior to date of externshipVariableYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoNoNoNoRobin Weltman<BR>Program Director Department of Periodontics<BR>6516 MD Anderson Blvd., Room 309<BR>
Houston, Texas 77030<BR>
Phone: 713-500-4382<BR>
Fax: 713-500-4393<BR>
E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:Robin.L.Weltman@uth.tmc.edu">Robin.L.Weltman@uth.tmc.edu</A>No costNoVariablen/aLetter from dental school stating coverage of Malpractice insurance.University of Texas Health Sciences Center-HoustonVirginia Commonwealth UniversityDr. Harvey SchenkeinOne or two week sessions end of July through AugustCourse content will include working directly with periodontal faculty and residents. Students will participate in resident seminars and attend periodontal lectures. Some reading and library work will be required. As part of the experience, students will have the opportunity to spend time in a private periodontal office.May 10Usually not more than 2YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesFaye Miles<BR>VCU School of Dentistry<BR>Department of Periodontics<BR>Box 980566<BR>Richmond, VA 23298<BR>Phone: 804/828-4867<BR>E-mail: <A HREF="mailto:ftmiles@vcu.edu">ftmiles@vcu.edu</A>No application or tuition fees. Participants are responsible for their own transportation, lodging and living expenses.Yesn/an/aFormal application, personal statement and 2 letters of recommendation are required.Virginia Commonwealth University1<FONT SIZE=+1>This is the name of the institutution</FONT>3Department Chair4Dates externship offered and duration5Structure of the externship6Application Deadline7Number of externships offered each year8EXTERNSHIP INCLUDES:<BR><I>Didactic portions of the Graduate Program9<I>Periodontal literature seminars10<I>Treatment plan and/or surgical seminars11<I>Clinical portions of the Graduate Program12<I>Techniques in non-surgical principles13<I>Techniques in general surgical principles14<I>Techniques in guided tissue regeneration15<I>Techniques in soft and hard tissue augmentation16<I>Techniques in periodontal plastic surgery17<I>Techniques in dental implantology18<I>Participation in Postdoc clinic with periodontontal residents and faculty19<I>Techniques in pain and anxiety control (oral/IV sedation)20<I>Rotation at local private periodontal offices to observe office and patient management21<I>Participation directly with periodontal residents and attending faculty in treatment/management of medically-compromised patients22<I>Participation directly with other specialty programs23<I>Research Methodology24Contact to receive an application contact:25Total cost to the student:26Dorm housing available27Approx. cost of off-campus housing28Information on available housing29Additional requirements when considering externship candidates30Sort Name
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