Denver Health Medical Center
- Colorado
- General Practice Residency
- denverhealth.org
Program Contact
Denver Health Medical Center, 660 Bannock Street - MC 0242 , Denver, Colorado, 80204
Come Train With Us!
Founded in 1955, the GPR at Denver Health (DH) has been doing dentistry for decades—well before the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) was established. We’re proud to be part of one of the oldest and largest community health center networks in the country.
At Denver Health, dentistry is fully integrated within a nationally recognized Level One Trauma Center, offering residents unparalleled exposure to dental emergencies and traumatology.
As a nonprofit teaching hospital, DH trains 1,300+ interns, residents, and fellows annually across all specialties. A dedicated Office of Education ensures our learners receive strong institutional support.
Our one-year, hospital-based program offers intensive clinical, didactic, and interdisciplinary training at the postdoctoral level. Residents graduate prepared to deliver comprehensive care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Our program received CODA re-accreditation in September 2024 with no findings.
What Our Program Offers:
🏥 1. Hospital-Based Training
Provide dental care at Denver’s primary safety-net hospital—ideal preparation for treating medically complex patients and individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities. Our program provides extensive clinical exposure few programs can match.
🩺 2. Medical-Dental Integration
Engage in innovative care models that reflect the future of dentistry—treating medically complex patients in collaboration with physicians and specialists. Experience how interprofessional education elevates patient care.
🪥⚕️ 3. Service to a Diverse, Underserved Community
Care for a wide range of patients, enhancing your cultural competence and health literacy skills. Our mission is to serve the underserved in our community and empower our residents to go on to do the same.
🧠 4. Learning Straight from Dental Specialists
Master general dentistry by learning from our faculty prosthodontist, periodontist, and oral medicine specialist. Train in DH’s 2 other CODA-accredited programs—Pediatric Dentistry and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery—creating a robust interdisciplinary learning environment.
💼 5. Comprehensive Care Model
Care for your own panel of patients—from treatment planning to case completion—building confidence and continuity-of-care skills.
💬 6. Strong Didactic Curriculum & Mentorship
Present at Grand Rounds (with 4 other advanced education programs in CO), attend literature reviews, guest lectures, and treatment planning sessions which offer critical academic depth.
📈 7. Career Preparation + Loan Forgiveness
Our graduates go on to excel in private practice, public health, and specialty programs—equipped with real-world, versatile clinical skills, and able to handle any emergency. As a resident, your training takes place in a PSLF-qualifying institution, giving you the opportunity to grow clinically while making progress toward federal loan forgiveness.
🌄 8. Work-Life Balance in Denver
Enjoy a vibrant city with world-class dining, outdoor adventure, and a strong community—all at the foot of the Rocky Mountains.
Program Information
| Accreditation | This program is accredited by CODA |
|---|---|
| Program Type | General Practice Residency |
| Program Code | GPR514 |
| Degrees Offered | Certificate |
| Program Size | 10 |
| Program Length | 12 months |
| Application Deadline | October 15 |
| Program Start Date | June 22 |
| Supplemental Application | No |
| Supplemental Fee | No |
| Stipend Offered | Yes |
| Match Participating | Yes |
| Program Website | denverhealth.org |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
- INBDE
- NBDE1
- NBDE2
- Passing the INBDE before the Match deadline
Other Requirement Instructions
Individuals invited to an interview will be asked to submit a 2x2 photo.
International Student Eligibility
This program will consider applicants who graduated, or plan to graduate, from a non-CODA accredited dental school: No
Applicants are eligible to enroll if they are:
- US Citizen
- US Permanent Resident
- Canadian Citizen
- Canadian Permanent Resident
Interview Schedule
All interviews are held in-person.
Additional Information
Want to learn more about our program? Attend one of our virtual information sessions.
- 9/30/25 - 6-6:30pm [MST]
Email our Residency Coordinator for information on how to attend.
Resident Testimonials
"I am so grateful for my time at Denver Health. I walked into the program as an unexperienced, recent grad and walked out as a well-seasoned dentist. No crazy radiograph or medical complexity can deter me now. I will for the rest of my career encourage others to pursue a GPR because of my experience. Thank you, Dr. Meyers and team for everything!" -KM '25