Pediatric dentistry resident updates
The Class of 2011 has settled nicely into their careers with James Dibelka currently serving in the U.S. Navy as a pediatric dentist in Okinawa, Japan. He is planning to open a practice in the Roanoke area upon completion of his duties. Justin Edwards is working in private practice in Newport News, VA and recently […]
Jamaica Project on Facebook
The Jamaica Project for 2012 is underway with D3 students gathering supplies, fund raising and assisting with locating alumni. Check out happenings, colleagues and memories at http://www.facebook.com/jamaicaproject.
Dr. Elizabeth Berry elected as Chair of the Faculty
Elizabeth J. Berry, D.D.S., M.P.H., M.S.D., assistant professor in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry, has been elected as Chair of the Faculty for the VCU School of Dentistry. This is both an honor and significant responsibility that entails leading the efforts of faculty governance. She serves as Chair of the Steering Committee, presides over all meetings and […]
Pediatric Dentistry spring 2012 update
Tegwyn H. Brickhouse, D.D.S., Ph.D. Associate professor and chair Department of Pediatric Dentistry Dear Friends, We have completed another successful year in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry. This year brought with it many positive changes. We greeted a new dean, David C. Sarrett, D.M.D., M.S., who is actively seeking out ways to advance the VCU […]
Dr. Brickhouse named fellow to pediatric policy center
Dr. Tegwyn H. Brickhouse, D.D.S., Ph.D., associate professor and chair, was named as fellow in the Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center. The center’s purpose is to inform and advance research and policy development that will promote optimal children’s oral health and care.
American Association of Pediatric Dentistry Lobby Day 2012
Dr. Barrett W. R. Peters, D.D.S. Department of Pediatric Dentistry In early March, Drs. Brickhouse and Wunsch along with four residents traveled to Washington, D.C. to participate in the 2012 American Association of Pediatric Dentistry Lobby Day. During this time, we met with our Virginia Congressional offices regarding Title VIII funding and the essential pediatric […]
Dr. Brickhouse receives “For the Kids” Award
In 2011, Dr. Tegwyn H. Brickhouse, D.D.S., Ph.D., associate professor and chair, received the Jerome B. Miller “For the Kids” Award which is sponsored by Proctor and Gamble/Crest/Oral-B. One award is presented annually to an up-and-coming clinician, researcher or academician in pediatric dentistry for their outstanding efforts directed to children’s oral health and welfare.
Dr. Barrett Peters named Harris Fellow
Dr. Barrett W. R. Peters is the first resident of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry’s graduate program to be named as a fellow for the Samuel D. Harris Research and Policy Fellowship sponsored by Preventech. Eligible candidates for the fellowship are pediatric dental residents and individuals in their first five years of post-residency. The […]
Dr. Malinda Husson selected as NuSmile finalist
Malinda M. Husson, D.D.S., M.S.D., Assistant professor in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry, was selected as one of eight 2012 finalists for the NuSmile Graduate Student Research Award. Her research abstract was published in the April edition of the AAPD Pediatric Dentistry Journal and she presented her research at the 65th AAPD Annual Session in […]
Pediatric dentistry residents provide care at Children’s Hospital of Richmond
By Elizabeth B. Bortell, D.D.S. Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU It has been another great year at the Brook Road campus of Children’s Hospital of Richmond (CHoR) at VCU. The first and second year residents have been busy providing outstanding care to our patients and are a welcome addition to our practice. The Brook […]