Division of Pediatric Dentistry 
134-20 Jamaica Avenue Axel Bldg
3rd Floor
Jamaica, New York 11418
Phone: 718-892-6982
Email: JWeiss1@jhmc.org

Program Length and Number of Positions

This is a twenty-four month program commencing July 1 of each year. 2 new positions are offered each year.

Program Type

Hospital Based

Application

Match application with number required. Application MUST be made through the PASS program. Please have your application complete by Sept. 1. The absolute deadline is Sept 15.

Description

This is a 24-month full-time hospital and health center-based CODA-accredited training program. The program offers clinical and didactic training in all areas of pediatric dentistry including: restorative dentistry, pediatric endodontic techniques, behavior management (pharmacological and non-pharmacological), fixed and removable orthodontics, oral surgery, prosthodontics, oral conscious sedation, pediatric medicine, and general anesthesia. Upon successful completion of all requirements, the resident is awarded a Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry and meets the advanced education eligibility requirements of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Graduates are well prepared to be contributing members of the health care team in a hospital environment, academic institution, community health care facility or private practice. This program commences on July 1 of each year.

Curriculum

The clinical curriculum emphasizes: restorative techniques in pediatric dentistry, non-pharmacological behavior management, nitrous oxide sedation, oral conscious (mild to moderate) sedation, intravenous sedation, management of cases under general anesthesia, and public health. Jamaica Hospital is a Level 1 Trauma Center, resulting in extensive exposure to trauma management. Hospital rotations include: pediatric medicine (inpatient and outpatient clinics), general anesthesia, ENT clinic, Adult and pediatric emergency department, pediatric critical care, and community outreach opportunities. 

The didactic curriculum emphasizes: literature review, pediatric dentistry series, orthodontic theory, orthodontic management, ,oral biology, oral medicine, pharmacology, traumatology, growth and development with focused lecture on craniofacial development, restorative techniques, special needs patient care, sedation, physical diagnosis, behavioral management, and research methods and materials This specialty program revolves around both well children and those who are medically compromised, developmentally challenged, or victims of trauma. The program offers course work in genetics, and craniofacial biology, including the opportunity to attend monthly craniofacial conferences. There are multidisciplinary lectures with participation by general dentistry, as well as specialty-focused seminars. Pediatric dental residents will participate in daily huddles reviewing patient flow and care with their faculty and are required to present weekly cases and discuss treatment plans and options with their mentors and faculty.

Program Stipend and Tuition

There are 4 weeks of paid vacation, as well as holidays. Residents receive some assistance to attend the annual AAPD national session. Food Stipend.

First Year: $65,172.97
Second Year: $70,653.62

Facilities

• Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
• Flushing Hospital Medical Center
• Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons

Admission Requirements

• D.D.S. or D.M.D. from an accredited dental school in the US or Canada
• Three letters of recommendation; one from a full-time faculty member in the Division of Pediatric Dentistry
• 2x2 in photo
• 4 PPI’s from PASS
• National Board Dental Examination results
• Eligibility to sit for U.S. licensure boards
• Curriculum Vitae (submit to PASS)
• Undergraduate College Transcripts (submit to PASS)

Program Strengths

• Motivated Residency Faculty
• OR (2 Hospitals JHMC and FHMC)
• ER, Anesthesia, Pediatric Medicine rotation interactions with residents and faculty
• Frenectomy laser training/WIC & lactation specialist interactions
• Strong hospital component
• Excellent resources for didactic component of program
• Vast and varied clinical experiences
• Participation in organized dentistry

Program Faculty

Dr. Sam Abettan*: Pediatric
Dr. Marina Abramov*: Pediatric
Dr. Sarah Ahn*: Pediatric
Dr. Francis Eng- Ortho.
Dr. Neal Herman: Pediatric SCD*
Dr. Deborah Pasquale -Frenectomy
Dr. Jeannine Weiss* Pediatric , NDBA SCD*
Dr. Trina Sengupta OMS*
Dr. Harry Sacks OMS*
Dr. Lisa Valins- Ortho
Dr. Maria Maranga -Endo*
Dr. Rebecca Binder- GP/Sleep Apnea
Dr. Gurinder Singh- OR
Dr. Ben Solomowitz Dental Anes*
Dr. Muhammed Raza- Perio
Dr. Harold Biller- Practice Management
Dr. Allan Mohr - Prostho
Dr. Warren Kaggen; Time Management /Patient flow
Dr. Barry Fischman- Prostho.
Dr. Arthur Malayev Endo support/resto
Neil Cohen- General Dentistry
Dr. Joe Lichter- General Dentistry
Dr.Edward Lustbader Literature review
Dr. Michael Mand- Endo Support/Practice tips
Dr. Nancy Marin Rojas- Restorative

* Board-Certified Specialist

School Profile

Program Type:	Certificate
Program Director:	Full-Time
Program Faculty:	1 Full-Time 24 Part-Time 11 Board Certified
Program Length:	24 Total Months July 1 Start Date
Program Accreditation:	Approved
State Licensure:	Restricted License Available
Restrictions:	No Moonlighting
State Licensure Required to Begin Program:	No
Number of Entering Positions:	2
Tuition In-State:	United States
Tuition Out-Of-State:	NY
Salary/Stipend:	Salary
Application Fee and Deadline:	NA
Participant in National Matching Service:	Yes
Participant in PASS:	Yes
Only US citizens from ADA  accredited dental schools  considered:	No
US citizens from foreign dental  schools considered:	No
Non-US citizens from ADA  accredited dental schools  considered:	Yes
Non-US citizens from foreign  dental schools considered:	No
Acceptance Applicant Ratio:	1:10
Clinic Experience:	Orthodontics Conscious Sedation Hospital Rotations General Anesthesia Emergency Call Operating Room Oral Surgery Infant Oral Health Medically Compromised Mentally Disabled Craniofacial Disorders Physically Disabled Community Clinics Outreach Public Health Minimal and Moderate Sedations Special Health Care Needs Behavior Guidance
Didactic Experience:	Lectures Literature Review Seminars Other (please specify below)
Other Didactic Experience Description, if Applicable:	Online Webinars
Research Requirement:	Data Collection Projectt
Other Research Requirement, if Applicable:	2nd year data supported research to be submitted to AAPD meetting. Case Reports to be completed in 1st year and submitted to GNYDM, SCD or AAPD
Teaching Experience:	1-2 Clinic Half-Days Daily Lecture/Presentations
Facilities:	4 Chair/Operatories 4 Clinic Receptionist 12 Dental Assistants 3 Dental Hygienists