NYU Langone Dental Medicine - Columbia, MO

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

Overview: NYU Langone Dental Medicine's Pediatric Dentistry (PEDS) Program is a 24-month hospital- and health-center based education program that provides a strong didactic and clinical foundation in Pediatric Dentistry. Founded in 1994, by Dr. Silvia Perez-Spiess in Brooklyn, NY, the program is fully accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). The curriculum emphasizes pediatric medicine and dentistry, behavioral and pharmacologic management of children, oral biology, conscious sedation and general anesthesia for both the well child and those with special health care needs. Residents train with specialists in all disciplines of dentistry including orthodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, endodontics and dental anesthesia and develop expertise in treating patients who are medically compromised.

This innovative program is a hybrid blend of a strong distance learning didactic curriculum and extensive clinical experience. Distance-based didactic learning is achieved through asynchronous web-based education modules and a state-of-the-art video teleconference system that connects residents and faculty across all sites. With ample clinical exposure to pediatric medicine, conscious sedation and general anesthesia, graduates are trained to be an integral part of the medical team and hospital environment. Additional experience in hospital dentistry, craniofacial conditions, interceptive orthodontics, research, ethics and policy advocacy successfully prepares the graduate to pursue a career in private practice, public/community health or academia.

PEDS Curriculum: In Year 1, residents study most of the core curriculum, completing biomedical courses including oral biology, pediatric anesthesia, physical diagnosis, behavioral management, pediatric dentistry series, orthodontics, craniofacial development, and research methods and materials. At most sites, residents may attend monthly craniofacial conferences. Courses, electives, and requirements include core public health subjects. First-year residents also are assigned multiple rotations including pediatric medicine, general anesthesia, emergency medicine, phlebotomy, prenatal care, and on-call services.

In the second year, the curriculum is focused on children with complex medical conditions. Second-year residents are assigned with pediatric specialists to work in areas such as hematology, oncology, endocrinology, neurology, pulmonology, nephrology, cardiology, and immunology. Residents may rotate through nearby community health centers, Head Start/early child care centers or school-based programs to extend direct patient care to underserved children in the community.

Program Strengths: American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD) Outcomes: Second year residents are required to take the ABPD Qualifying Examination (QE), the first of a two-part ABPD certification process. Over 90% of NYU Langone Dental Medicine PEDS residents pass the QE (national average 85%). More than 70% of graduates become board-certified diplomates of the ABPD (national average 65%).

Research: Residents must complete a research project and, in Year 2, present their research posters at the annual AAPD meeting. The best research projects are also presented at the annual Research Fair in Brooklyn, NY.

NYU Langone Dental Medicine PEDS-MISSOURI/Columbia: 

Embark on a Unique Pediatric Dentistry Journey with NYU Langone Dental Medicine Columbia

Step into a realm of innovative pediatric dental training unlike any other. Our program at NYU Langone Dental Medicine Columbia transcends the boundaries of traditional hospital or university-based initiatives, offering residents an unparalleled experience in serving the community while honing their skills in various clinical settings.

At the heart of our program lies a commitment to comprehensive care and community engagement. Residents have the privilege of treating patients across a spectrum of environments, including hospitals, community health centers, and private practices. Our flagship outpatient pediatric dental clinic, nestled within Compass Columbia – Children’s Center, fosters an interdisciplinary approach by co-locating pediatric medicine, behavioral health, and vision services under one roof.

Partnering with the esteemed University of Missouri Hospital, a key component of the University of Missouri system, our residents gain invaluable experience through medical rotations essential for specialty training. From anesthesia and emergency medicine to specialized areas such as Cleft and Craniofacial Anomalies, our curriculum ensures exposure to diverse medical disciplines.

Moreover, we pride ourselves on offering unique opportunities for specialized training. Residents have the chance to participate in rotations at the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment, contributing to cutting-edge research and patient care in areas such as Down Syndrome and Cerebral Palsy clinics.

Dental rotations are thoughtfully curated across two locations – Compass Health Portland and Compass Health Broadway Bluffs – providing a rich tapestry of clinical experiences. In addition to clinical practice, residents actively engage in public health outreach initiatives, delivering preventive services in public schools and providing comprehensive dental care through our mobile unit.

Furthermore, our commitment extends beyond clinical practice. Residents play a pivotal role in educating general dentists practicing within the health center, contributing to the professional growth of our wider community.

Join us at NYU Langone Dental Medicine Columbia and embark on a transformative journey where excellence meets compassion, innovation meets tradition, and community impact meets professional growth."

NOTE: NYU Langone Dental Medicine does not provide additional funding or travel reimbursement beyond the stipend.  Additionally, dental rotations may include Saturday assignments for pre-natal education and outreach screening events at local schools and/or participation in Special Olympics/Special Smiles. Mandatory literature review, resident meetings, and other didactic assignments (with presentations) may be assigned on weekends or after clinic hours.

For questions about the NYU Langone Dental Medicine-Columbia site, contact Dr. Sujatha Sivaraman, Associate Program Director. Email: sujatha.sivaraman@nyulangone.org

Please upload a CV with your ADEA PASS application. 

The ADAT is not a requirement for application. If you take the ADAT we will consider your scores, but it is not a requirement for the Program.

If accepted, you must submit your dental school diploma and proof of passing NBDE or INDBE scores to the program.

Please refrain from contacting the program to verify your eligibility to apply or to check the status of your PASS application.