2021
Charting a new path forward
November 18, 2021
Faculty, leaders and student representatives came together for a full-day retreat to discuss opportunities for growth within Schulich Dentistry.Dr. John Suljak: Embracing a new professional journey
November 16, 2021
Meet Dr. John Suljak, DDS’95, Adjunct Clinical Professor and Practice Monitor with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario.A fresh approach to community seminars
November 16, 2021
Tackling a diversity of dentistry topics from bench-to-chair, the newly re-launched Seminars in Dental Sciences will engage a broader audience from across the Western community.FCDSA hosts first-ever national dental student research competition
November 09, 2021
A dozen finalists from across Canada, including four Schulich Dentistry students, competed in the first-of-its-kind virtual event.DEBI thinks bigger for new year
October 19, 2021
Fresh from their third place win at the Seed Your Startup competition, The Dental Entrepreneurship Business and Innovation Academy is debuting a new approach.Dentistry staff announcement
October 19, 2021
Sydney Van Meerbergen steps into the role of Continuous Quality Improvement Manager, while Yvonne Neatby joins the School as an Office Manager.Dr. Elliott Gnidec: Teaching is a two-way street
October 19, 2021
For 25 years, Dr. Elliott Gnidec has taught and mentored Schulich Dentistry learners, sharing his experiences as a private clinic owner.Students share research at international conference
September 23, 2021
At the International Association for Dental Research 99th General Session, five DDS students and three PhD candidates from Western University presented their research projects.DDS students enjoyed summer of research
September 22, 2021
Fifteen students were enrolled in Schulich Dentistry Research Opportunity Program this year, exploring research interests in geriatric dental care education, biopsy practices, tele-dentistry and more.Meet Schulich Dentistry's new residents
September 21, 2021
The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, General Practice Residency and Graduate Orthodontics programs are welcoming incoming candidates for graduate dentistry degrees.Welcome new faculty and staff
September 17, 2021
Dr. Peter McDermott joins the School as an Assistant Professor, while Courtney D’Ariano stepped into the role of Patient Services Co-ordinator.Dr. Abbas Jessani speaks at International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia event
June 16, 2021
Dr. Jessani presented his research into oral care access among marginalized communities.Schulich Dentistry launches introductory research methods modules
June 16, 2021
Drs. Nedra Peter and Sharat Pani have created resources and content covering key skills and concepts for dentistry research for asynchronous learning.Congratulations to the Class of 2021
June 16, 2021
A virtual graduation event on June 18 will celebrate the Dentistry Class of 2021. The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Graduate Orthodontic & Dentofacial Orthopaedics graduate programs also celebrate the accomplishments of their graduating residents.Saif Matti elected as president of the Federation of Canadian Dentistry Student Associations
June 15, 2021
Saif Matti, Dentistry Class of 2022, will be representing dental students across the country as the FCDSA President for the 2021-2022 academic year.New Dentistry research website goes live
June 14, 2021
The new research website will feature dental research areas, projects and provide information about research opportunities and funding.Promoting success beyond the classroom
May 19, 2021
As Assistant Dean, Learner Experience (Dentistry), Dr. Maria Jacinta Santos hopes to bring a dentistry-specific perspective to existing learner supports and identify more opportunities to promote student success in the first two years of the DDS program.American College of Dentists in Ontario honours outstanding dental student
May 18, 2021
Xue Er Hong, Class of 2021, has received the Outstanding Dental Student Award from the American College of Dentists Ontario section.SPEA-hosted panel engages students across Canada
May 17, 2021
Five panelists from diverse Canadian communities, shared their experiences, wins and challenges in working with rural and Indigenous populations during the virtual event.dentalcorp’s 2020 Leaders in Practice announced
May 17, 2021
Congratulations to Dr. Les Kalman and Caroline Alpert, Class of 2021 – the award recipients.UWODSS mentorship program holds session focused on post-graduation plans
May 14, 2021
Graduating students from the Class of 2021 and DDS’20, along with current students participated in a great session focused on careers.SPEA hosts Royal College speakers
May 01, 2021
The Schulich Dentistry chapter of the Student Professionalism & Ethics Association (SPEA) hosted a presentation featuring Drs. Larisa Naderiani and Vicky Nguyen, quality assurance advisors for the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario.CIHR invests $1.1 million for a collaborative national oral health survey
April 22, 2021
Dr. Sharat Pani is a co-investigator on a collaborative research project, which will establish a national survey of Canadians’ oral health in partnership with Statistics Canada.Oral Health Month Reflection: Dr. Abbas Jessani
April 21, 2021
Dr. Abbas Jessani, Director, Dental Outreach And Community Service, First Year Operative Dentistry, shares his experiences researching oral health access in vulnerable populations in Lesotho, and reflects on the future of oral health care here in Canada.COVID-19 vaccinations underway for students in clinical settings
April 21, 2021
Thanks to an early vaccination program for health care workers, third- and fourth-year students received their first vaccination dose against the SARS-CoV-2 virus.Schulich Dentistry welcomes new Director of Operations
April 20, 2021
Lisa Johnson, formerly the Manager of Administration and Finance, Obstetrics & Gynaecology joined the team in Dentistry on April 12.UWODSS treats students with first-ever Donut Day
April 20, 2021
Just in time for midterm exams, the UWODSS surprised students and faculty on campus with dentistry-themed donuts.Interprofessional Education Day puts focus on Indigenous health and medicine
March 19, 2021
Schulich Medicine and Dentistry students joined nearly 1,000 of their peers from across the education health care spectrum for a day of interprofessional teamwork, listening and learning.Schulich Dentistry Research Opportunity Program competition results
March 17, 2021
The results of the 2021 SDROP competition are in; 15 student research projects will be supported through the program.Welcome to new faculty & staff
March 17, 2021
Dr. Georgia Nikoloudaki is appointed as Assistant Professor, Endodontics. Guangxin Xing joins Schulich Dentistry the newest member of the Dental Supply team, and Paul Buttery is welcomed as the new Manager, Clinics Operations.Orthodontics program celebrates three successful theses defenses
March 16, 2021
Drs. Dustin Wilson, Harman Jassar, and Timothy (Oscar) Renison all recently defended their theses, completing their Master’s in Clinical Dentistry in Orthodontics degree.Dentertainment student talent showcase coming Spring 2021
March 15, 2021
Dentertainment is a student-led musical and theatre show bringing together students and faculty while also raising funds for The Wright Clinic, a non-profit dental clinic providing accessible care to community members in need.UWODSS keeps students engaged with lockdown lectures
February 18, 2021
Upon hearing about the extended lockdown of dental clinics in January, the UWODSS organized a series of special lectures hosted by Adjunct Clinical Professors Drs. John Suljak, Keven Hockley and Peter Taylor.DEBI Club creates new way to connect and learn
February 17, 2021
The student-led Dental Entrepreneurship, Business and Innovation club is creating opportunities for business education and discussion for dentistry students, through a newly established podcast and their ongoing webinar series.Air purifier donation supports safety at Schulich Dentistry clinics
February 17, 2021
Waterloo-based air filtration company Austin Air generously donated 25 air purifiers, free of charge, to improve air safety at Schulich Dentistry clinics.Award: Schulich Dentistry student earns coveted spot at international competition
February 11, 2021
Vladyslav Podskalniy has received the CADR-NCOHR Student Research Presentation Award and was selected as the Canadian representative to present his research at the International Association for Dental Research Undergraduate Hatton Competition.Announcement: Welcome to new faculty and staff
January 22, 2021
Meet the latest team members joining Schulich Dentistry. Welcome to Stephanie Edwards, Sherri Moore, Adheesha Ratnayake, Anna Suh and Dr. Kanan Dave. Read more.Announcement: Schulich Dentistry programs accreditation update
January 21, 2021
The Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada reported to the School that all recommendations for the DDS and ITD programs have been met and the accreditation status has been upgraded to approved (without reporting requirements).Announcement: Acting Director, Schulich Dentistry Operations
January 12, 2021
We are pleased to announce that Elana Whelan has been appointed Acting Director, Dentistry Operations. In this role, she will provide leadership to the operational team in Dentistry. During the next few weeks, Elana and Rachel Halaney will work together as Rachel transitions to a new role in the President’s Office.Collaborative research into COVID-19 impact on dental schools receives $1.44 million grant
January 12, 2021
Schulich Dentistry researcher Dr. Sharat Pani, along with 12 researchers across ten Canadian institutions, received COVID-19 Immunity Task Force funding to support research into COVID-19 experiences at Canadian dental school.Student Movember campaign raises more than $6,000 for men’s health causes
January 08, 2021
The Schulich Dentistry Movember campaign exceeded their fundraising goal by nearly $2,500, raising awareness of and securing funding for men’s mental health, prostate cancer and testicular cancer initiatives.
