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Periodontology at Tufts

Tufts periodontology is built upon a proud history of research and education from the fundamental ideologies introduced by distinguished faculty members such as Dr. Irving Glickman. This pioneering Doctor contributed vital direction and literature to an esteemed program that remains the basis for undergraduate periodontal instruction at Tufts.

Tufts has expanded its post graduate periodontology program to include many international students who bring diverse techniques, ideologies, and collaboration in the varied procedures performed in our clinics. Our faculty, who possess unique clinical and research interests, brings inspiration to our students and encourages continued advancement in the field.

Perio Study Club Mission Statement

The primary goal of the Perio Study Club is to expand the knowledge and exposure of its members to the field of Periodontology. The Perio Study Club will utilize all available resources; including PG students, faculty, guest speakers, and its own student members to achieve this goal. Membership in the Perio Study Club will give students a better understanding of the types of procedures performed in the field of Periodontology, cases being treated at Tufts, and what to expect as a practicing periodontist.

A second, but equally important goal of the Perio Study Club is to establish a support network that will unite students interested in the field with current faculty and PG students within the Periodontology program. This engagement will be mutually beneficial as UG students can schedule times to assist procedures that they normally would not see and the PG students could have assistants that they normally would not have. The Perio Study Club welcomes all interested students regardless of their post-graduate plans.

Through this years monthly meetings we plan to include other topics such as the importance of periodontology in the general practice and how to decide to become a specialist. By inviting local dentists and specialists we hope to inform students of the procedures and preparations of specializing in periodontology and what it means to be work in the environment of a single specialist or group practice environment. With this we hope to create a forum of mentorship with local dentists and allow students to become exposed to their many options after dental school.

Activites

• Monthly meetings, workshops, academic enrichment opportunities
• Several Club members attend the American Academy of Periodontology meeting annually sponsored by Tufts

Check back soon to see our calendar of events.

Club Officers and Descriptions

Faculty Executive Advisors and Mentors: Dr. Terrance Griffin & Dr. Ahmed Alhassani

• Provides guidance and direction for future success of the Perio Study Club
• Mentor of all members
• Suggests topics of discussion and journal presentation
• Receives reports and updates from club officers

President: Diego Camacho, D13, Send email

• Acts as the executive officer of the club planning, coordinating, and presiding over all meetings
• Serves as liaison between the club advisor/Perio department and club members
• Reports with updates to school administration

Vice President: Kimberly Kocak, D14, Send email

• Acts as the executive officer for the club in the absence of the President
• Responsible for coordinating suitable dates for each of the monthly meetings
• Responsible for scheduling guest speakers for each meeting
• Collect RSVP responses and ensure adequate refreshments are present at the meetings
• Source of back-up presentations in case of need