University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Dentistry, Memphis / Endodontics
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University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Dentistry, Memphis / Endodontics

Please note the application deadline. A completed application requires that ONLY 3 items (one PEF personalized letter of recommendation, a photo, and a personal narrative) be send directly to the Program Coordinator.  



  1. Program Contact Information ↑ 

      Program Contact:

        Dr.  David J. Clement 

        875 Union Ave. 

        UTHSC College of Dentistry 

        Memphis, Tennessee  38163 

        Phone (Work): 901-448-5144 

        Email: dclement@uthsc.edu 

        State Program located in: Tennessee 


        Program Coordinator:  Mrs. Robin Ferrell 

        875 Union Ave 

        UTHSC College of Dentistry 

        Memphis, Tennessee  38163 

        Phone (Work): 901-448-1731 

        Email: robin@uthsc.edu 

        State Program located in: Tennessee 


      Website:


      Program Deadline ↑ 

      PASS Application and Transcript Deadline for the class applying for 2014 admittance: August 15, 2013


      Program Information ↑ 

        What date will your program start on? 

        Length of Program:  24 month months

        Program Number: ENDO42

        Is your program located in an academic institution or clinical institution? Academic

        Does your program offer any graduate degrees or certificates? Yes

          If Yes, please list Graduate degrees or certificates offered: 24 month Certificate 36 month Masters in Health Sciences

        Does your program participate in MATCH? No

        Estimated number of available positions for current application cycle: 3


      Program Description ↑ 

      The Advanced Endodontic Program at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Dentistry in Memphis TN matriculated its first class in 2012. Direct patient contact constitutes approximately 60% of resident activity. In-depth instruction and patient treatment involving non-surgical and surgical root canal therapy are integral components of didactic and clinical activities. Each resident has his or her own treatment room in a state of the art clinical facility. Each treatment room is equipped with an ASI cart with integrated components, Kodak digital radiography, TDO electronic office software, and fixed mounted operatory microscopes. Yearly direct expenses related to the program (excluding housing and cost-of-living expenses) are estimated at $20,000. There is no tuition or stipend offered. A yearly $12,750 clinic usage fee is required. All residents are involved in an original, indepent research project. This research should display a high level of scholarship and contribute to the existing foundation of professional knowledge. Research requirements include a national presentation and a published paper. For more program information please follow the above web link. 

       


      Program Requirements Part I ↑ 

        

      Personal Potential Index

      (The ETS for PPI for IDEA as a web-based system for evaluating the personal attributes of applicants to advanced dental education programs. ADEA PASS requires at least three and no more than five evaluations.)

        

      Professional Evaluation Form

      (PEF is a traditional letter of evaluation. It is an optional addition to the application. Up to two PEFs are allowed for each program designation.)

        ADEA PASS Evaluations

        Personal Potential Index: 
        Professional Evaluation Form: 

        

      Application Prerequisite

      - This requirement is a prerequisite and must be part of the application. Thus, it must be   completed prior to submitting ADEA PASS.

        

      Matriculation Requirement

      - This requirement is mandatory for matriculation. This must be met if you are accepted   and matriculated into the program and completed prior to registration. Verification of requirement must be sent to the   program directly.


        Program Specific Requirements

        Must submit undergraduate college transcripts to the program: None

        Must submit Dental School transcripts to the program (in addition to ADEA PASS): Matriculation Requirement

        Must report GRE scores in the ADEA PASS application: None

        Must submit original GRE scores to the program: None

        Must submit a CV/Resume to the program Application Prerequisite

        Must submit an original dental school diploma to the program: Matriculation Requirement

        Must submit Dental Admissions Test (DAT) score: None

        Must submit original NDBE score to the program: Matriculation Requirement

        Must submit a National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) Comprehensive Basic Science Examination (CBSE) score. (OMS only): None

        Must submit a 2" x 2" photo to the program: Application Prerequisite

        Must contact program for additional requirements: No

        Must visit program website for additional requirements: Yes


        Program Supplemental Requirements

        Must submit supplemental application to the program: No

        Must submit supplemental application processing fee to the program: No

        Domestic Applicants:  $ 3

        International Applicants: 

        Other (Please explain)  $


        Additional Information

        Three (3) recommendations are required with three (3) Professional Evaluation Forms (PEF) and three (3) Personal Potential Indexes (PPI).  Two PEF are submitted through the PASS Applicaiton.  The third (of 3 letters of reference) must be sent directly to the Program Coordinator and should come from an individual with personal knowledge of the applicant's dental skills, aptitude for endodontics, character and achievements. 

        A one page narrative outlining how you came to be interested in pursuing advanced training and a career in endodontics is required. The narrative should also briefly explain your interest in the UTHSC at Memphis Program. The narrative and a photo should be mailed directly to the Program Coordinator. You are welcome to include a CV with your narrative.

        Applicants are welcome visit the program facilites at UTHSC Memphis COD prior to the application deadline. An appointment is required.

        DO NOT have National Board Scores or any official transcript(s) sent directly to the Program as part of the application process.

         

      Program Requirements Part II ↑ 

        

      Application Prerequisite

      - This requirement is a prerequisite and must be part of the application. Thus, it must be   completed prior to submitting ADEA PASS.

        

      Matriculation Requirement

      - This requirement is mandatory for matriculation. This must be met if you are accepted  and matriculated into the program and completed prior to registration.    Verification of requirement must be sent to the   program directly.

        General Requirements

        Must have passed Part 1, National Dental Board Examination: Application Prerequisite

        Must have passed Parts 1 and 2, National Dental Board Examination: Matriculation Requirement

        Must have earned a D.M.D./D.D.S. degree, or equivalent: Matriculation Requirement

        Must have completed a one-year residency program: None


        Background

        Must be a U.S. Citizen: No

        Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident: No

        Permanent residents must show proof of residency: Yes

        Will accept Canadian citizens: Yes

        Must have a limited permit: None

        Must have a U.S. dental license: Matriculation Requirement

        Must be eligible for state dental license: Application Prerequisite

        Must have a valid state dental license: Matriculation Requirement

        Must be a graduate of a U.S. or Canadian dental school: No


        Additional Requirements for International Applicants

        Will accept foreign citizens (not including Canada): Yes

        Must be proficient in the English language: Yes

        Must report TOEFL score on ADEA PASS application: Application Prerequisite

        Must submit original TOEFL score report to program: Application Prerequisite

        Must have foreign transcripts evaluated: Application Prerequisite

        Must have foreign transcripts submitted to the program: Application Prerequisite

        May be considered if graduated from non-ADA accredited dental school: Yes