Dr. Cristina Leon Pineda
Children's Hospital Colorado
Dept. of Pediatric Dentistry
860 N. Potomac Circle
Aurora, Colorado 80011
Phone (Work): 720-777-4044
Email: cristina.leon-pineda@childrenscolorado.org
State Program located in: Colorado
Residency Program Coordinator- Chelsea Dickerson
Children's Hospital Colorado
Department of Pediatric Dentistry
860 N. Potomac Circle
Aurora, Colorado 80011
Phone (Work): 720-777-4044
Email: chelsea.dickerson@childrenscolorado.org
State Program located in: Colorado
What date will your program start on? 07/23
Length of Program: 24 months
Program Number: PED305
Is your program located in an academic institution or clinical institution? Hospital
Does your program offer any graduate degrees or certificates? Yes
If Yes, please list Graduate degrees or certificates offered: A Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry is awarded upon successful completion of the program.
Does your program participate in MATCH? Yes
Estimated number of available positions for current application cycle: 9
Does your program accept predoctoral students as externs (typically described as 1-2 weeks of voluntary, full-time, primarily observational experiences without formal educational objectives or affiliation)?: Yes
If available, please provide the web address for additional information: All externships will be held virtually. Contact cristina.leon-pineda@childrenscolorado.org for information.
This two-year, hospital-based Residency Program in Pediatric Dentistry combines intensive clinical training with comprehensive didactic instruction related to pediatric dentistry. The program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). Individuals who have completed it will meet the advanced education eligibility requirements of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD) once they file with the ABPD and pay a filing fee. A Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry is awarded upon successful completion of the program. The program is designed to fully prepare residents for specialty practice, as well as to provide educational opportunities for those who desire to pursue a teaching or research career in pediatric dentistry.
Children’s Hospital Colorado ranks amongst the “Top 10” nationally in the 2022-2023 U.S. News & World Report survey. Our excellent professional staff as well as a large patient pool provide a challenging learning environment. The Dental Center is located at the Children's Colorado Health Pavilion and will be in close proximity to the Anschutz Medical Campus along with all other medical and dental institutions of the University of Colorado Hospital Health Sciences Center.
ADA ADAT Scores are Required: No
ADA ADAT Scores are Accepted but Not Required: Yes
Must upload unofficial undergraduate transcripts to the ADEA PASS application: Yes
Must submit Dental School transcripts to the program (in addition to ADEA PASS): Yes
Must report GRE scores in the ADEA PASS application: No
Must submit original GRE scores to the program: No
Must upload a CV/Resume to the ADEA PASS application: Yes
Must submit a photocopy or a notarized copy of your dental school diploma to the program: No
Must submit Dental Admissions Test (DAT) score: No
Must submit official NBDE results to ADEA PASS: No
Must submit official INBDE results to ADEA PASS: Yes
Must submit a National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) Comprehensive Basic Science Examination (CBSE) score. (OMS only): No
Must submit a 2" x 2" photo to the program: Yes
Must contact program for additional requirements: Yes
Must visit program website for additional requirements: Yes
Additional Information:
Please email a 2x2 photo to cristina.leon-pineda@childrenscolorado.org and mail a $30.00 application fee (check or money order) to:
Children's Hospital Colorado
Attn: Lindsay Neveaux
13123 E 16th Ave., B240
Aurora, CO 80045
Must submit supplemental application to the program: No
Must submit supplemental application processing fee to the program: Yes
Domestic Applicants: $ 30.00
International Applicants:
Other (Please explain) $ 0.00
Additional Information: $
Please make the check/money order to "Children's Hospital Colorado Pediatric Dentistry" and write your full name and PASS ID number in the memo section. Checks/money orders should be mailed to the following address:
Children's Hospital Colorado
ATTN: Dr. Cristina Leon-Pineda
13123 E. 16th Avenue, B240
Aurora, CO 80045
Applicants must fulfill the following requirements to be considered for admission (contact the program with any questions regarding these requirements):
• Fourth year dental student or graduate of an ADA-accredited dental school
• Dental school GPA of 3.2 or higher
• Dental school class rank above the 80th percentile (if applicable)
(We are aware that some schools do not rank and/or use GPA)
This program participates in the PASS and MATCH programs, therefore applicants are expected to follow policies and rules of each entity when applying to this program. This program requires the submission of three (3) Professional Evaluation Forms. This program does not require the ADA Advanced Dental Admission Test (ADAT), but will accept the scores as part of the candidate application. The supplemental application materials that need to be submitted directly to the Program by September 15th are a portrait photo (JPEG format), which needs to be submitted electronically and directly to the Program Director (cristina.leon-pineda@childrenscolorado.org) and an application processing fee of $30.00. Your most recent CV should be submitted through ADEA PASS.
Once accepted, residents are required to purchase an intraoral camera set, several books, and other supplies during the first two months of their residency (approximate cost: $2,500). Details will be provided during orientation.
Must have passed Part 1, National Dental Board Examination: Yes
Must have passed Part 2, National Dental Board Examination: No
Must have earned a D.M.D./D.D.S. degree, or equivalent: No
Must have completed a one-year residency program: No
Additional Information:
Must be a U.S. Citizen: No
Can be a permanent resident?: Yes
Permanent residents must show proof of residency: Yes
Will accept Canadian citizens: No
Must have a limited permit: No
Must have a U.S. dental license: No
Must be eligible for state dental license: Yes
Must have a valid state dental license: No
Must be a graduate of:
Applicants without U.S. Dental Degrees: Will Not be Considered
Eligible Citizenship Types:
US citizen, US permanent resident
Other - Contact the program
Additional Information:
Will accept foreign citizens (not including Canada): No
Must be proficient in the English language: Yes
Must report TOEFL score on ADEA PASS application: Yes
Must submit original TOEFL score report to program: No
Must have foreign transcripts evaluated: No
Must have foreign transcripts submitted to the program: No
May be considered if graduated from non-ADA accredited dental school: No
Additional Information: