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About
- Masters Degree in Community and Public Health (MPH), Birzeit University, 2002.
- Bachelor Degree in Dentistry (DDS), Jordan University of Science and Technology, 1997.
- A certificate of French language (CERTIFICAT DE LANGUE FRANCAISE) General Consulate of France at Jerusalem, 1988.
- A certificate of French language (BREVET DE LANGUE FRANCAISE) General Consulate of France at Jerusalem, 1991.
Research & Publications
- Prevalence of oral mucosal diseases among Palestinian patients. (In Progress)
- Patients’ perceptions and knowledge of infection control procedures in the dental clinics of the faculty of dentistry at Al-Quds University (In Progress)
- Assessment of oral health and medical findings among thalassemic patients (In Progress)
- Assessment of dental caries experience among third & seventh grade students in Ramallah district. Investigating and monitoring oral health status among students within school health program.
- Assessment of amalgam waste management in dental clinics in Ramallah and Al-Bireh cities, published in the International Journal of Environmental Health Research 14(3), 179 – 183 (June 2004). Field study investigation about dental health professionals’ handling & proper disposal of the generated amalgam wastes in the dental office.
- Evaluation of dental waste management in two cities in Palestine, published in the Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal, Vol. 12 (Supplement2), 2006.
- MCH Policy regarding Toxoplasmosis among Palestinian mothers and babies.. (Research assistant) Investigating the local Palestinian maternal & child health policy towards toxoplasmosis in different health sectors.
- Oral School Health Guidelines Booklet (Co-author). Published in 2003 by the Palestinian Ministry of Health- Oral Health Administration Department.
- Online lectures at http://www.imet2000-pal.org/etemplate.php?id=482
Research interests:
- Community & Preventive dentistry
- Occupational health (infection control, blood borne diseases)
- Conservative dentistry & Endodontics
- Environmental health
- E-learning & dental education
Experience
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Al-Quds University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology & Preventive Dentistry. February 2008 – present
- Full time lecturer in the fields of community dentistry and preventive dentistry.
- Supervisor in preventive dentistry & conservative dentistry clinical and preclinical sessions.
- Head of the scientific committee for the dental faculty for the academic year 2009/2010
- Academic counselor for a group of dental students (2009 - present).
- Community activities coordinator (2008-pesent).
Duties:
- Courses at the preclinical level for third year dental students in conservative dentistry.
- Teaching Preventive dentistry course for third year dental students (theoretical & clinical).
- Teaching Community dentistry course for fifth year dental students.
- Clinical supervisor in local anesthetic and conservative dentistry clinics.
- Arrangement for health field visits to schools in remote areas since 2008.
- Supervising fifth year dental students in field visits to impoverished & neglected community groups as special needs patients, elderly people & thalassemic patients. (2008- present).
- Supervising fifth year dental students who participated in medical days in various educational settings and universities (Hebron University – Al-Quds University – University College for Educational Sciences in Ramallah)
Research work in the field of dental public health 2006-present
- Ministry of health, Ramallah Health Directorate, Ramallah, West Bank: 1998- 2005
- Lecturer within the Ministry’s of Health dental internship program for the freshly graduated dentists for the years 2003- 2006 and 2009 till present (Topics include Endodontics, infection control, waste management, professional ethics, and medical problems related to dentistry)
- Dental Clinic in Ramallah Health care center: 2002 -2005
- Department of school health program: 1998 – 2002
- Oral screening for students in different grades (mainly 3rd, 7th & 10th grades)
- Health education & promotion for students, teachers and parents to promote oral health status, using various health education materials as posters, pamphlets, flipcharts, dental models, lectures and educational video films.
- Health care center, charitable organization, Ramallah, West Bank April 1998 – August 1998 Volunteer in dental clinic
Membership
- Member in the Palestinian Dental Association (1997 - present)
- Member in the Jordanian Dental Association (1997 - present)
- Affiliated member in the American Dental Association (2007 - present)
- Member in the National School Health Committee (1999-2000)
- Member in the scientific committee at the faculty of dentistry/ Al-Quds University.
- Member in the educational scientific research committee at the faculty of dentistry/ Al-Quds University (2011-2012).
- Member in the disciplinary committee at the faculty of dentistry/ Al-Quds University (2011 - 2012).
Courses / Conferences
Computer courses:
- Windows 3.11 Basics: Introduction to Windows 3.11, covering the new features of operating system Microsoft Word, Birzeit University, Center for Continuing Education, January 1996.
- Introduction to Internet: Learn basic features of Internet, email and Java language, Birzeit University, Center for Continuing Education, October 1997.
- Web Pages Design, Microsoft FrontPage 2000 &Macromedia Flash 5: Galaxy training & services, Ramallah, West Bank, November 2001.
- SPSS Basics: Learn to make statistical analyses by using version 11 of SPSS, Birzeit University, West Bank, September 2001 – May 2002.
- Internet Searching Strategies for dentists. Refreshment Course. IT Center at Birzeit University. 25 Jan 2011.
Online Courses:
- Fluoride Guide”. 3 CE. Self Instructional Visual course by Dr. Fiona Collins. Penwell Dental Vision/ ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program. 02 March 2012.
- Sealants in Preventive Dentistry” by Linda Jorgensen. 1 CE. DenTrek Dental Education Network. 10 February 2012.
- If Plaque Could Talk” by Dr. Brian Novy. 1 CE. DenTrek Dental Education Network. 05 February 2012.
- A Guide to Sports Dentistry” by Dr. Stewart Balikov & Ray Padilla. 1 CE. American Dental Association Continuing Education Online. 31 January 2012.
- Advances in Composite Restorative Dentistry: A Blend of Artistry, Materials & Technique” by Dr. Bob Lowe. 1 CE. DenTrek Dental Education Network. 01 February 2012.
- Infection Control Requirements” by Dr. Eve Cuny. 2 CE. Penwell Dental Vision/ ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program. 22 January 2012.
- Preventing Disease Transmission from Operatory Surfaces”. 4 CE. Penwell Dental Vision/ ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program. 22 January 2012.
- The Genesis and Advancement of Mouthguards and Mouthpieces (Webinar)” by Dr. William Balanoff. Penwell Dental Vision/ ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program. 26 January 2012.
- Periodontal Disease and Smokers” by Dr. Richard Nejat. 1 CE. Penwell Dental Vision/ ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program. 23 January 2012.
Conferences:
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Attended various national & international dental conferences Latest conferences attended:
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Arab Emirates Exhibition & Dental Conference, March 2006, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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FDI World Dental Congress, October 2007 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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Arab Emirates Exhibition & Dental Conference, March 2009, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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The 3rd National Palestinian Conference on Thalassemia & other Hemoglobinopathies, October 2009, Bethlehem, Palestine. (As a speaker with a lecture entitled "Dental Management of Thalassemic Patients").
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“Updates in Dentistry” scientific day organized by the International Medical Education Trust. February 2010.
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The 22nd Jordanian Dental Conference & the 39th Dental Arab Congress, October 2010, Amman, Jordan.
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The Esthetic Dentistry Workshop (theoretical & practical) by Dr. Stace Lind (6 CH). 29 – 30 January 2011. Ramallah. Organized by the International Medical Education Trust.
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- The Palestinian Dental Association-Hebron district committee conference. January 2011 (As a speaker).
- The Palestinian Dental Association – Bethlehem district committee conference. May 2011.
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The 7th Palestinian International Dental Conference, April 2012, Bethlehem.
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The 5th Annual Congress for the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Jordan. 31st May to 01st June.
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The Association for Medical Education in Europe AMEE 2012 Conference. 27 to 29 August 2012. Lyon/ France.
Other Courses:
- First Aid refreshment course held at the Union of Palestinian Medical Relief Committees Center in Ramallah in coordination with PDA/Ramallah district committee (February to April 2007).
- Time management workshop for health professionals. February 2012. Organized by the International Medical Education Trust in coordination with the faculty of dentistry at Al-Quds University.
- Regenerative Endodontics full day course (6 CR) with Professor Torabenjad at the University of Jordan. 30 May 2012.
- Essential Skills for Medical Education ESME course at AMEE 2012 Conference in Lyon/ France. 25 to 26 August 2012.
Lectuers
- A lecture entitled “ Dental Waste Management in Dental Clinics” given at a scientific day organized by the Palestinian Dental Association/ Ramallah District Committee in 2003.
- A chain of lectures on “ Dental Waste Management in Dental Clinics” within training workshops on environmental health for health care professionals held by the Institute of Community & Public Health in Birzeit University 2003.
- A group of lectures given for the freshly graduated dentists within the MOH dental internship program. 2003-2006 and 2009- present. (Topics include Endodontics, infection control, waste management, professional ethics)
- A lecture entitled “ Dental Management of Diabetic Patients: A Holistic Approach” given at Diabetes workshop for health professionals organized by the Ministry of Health. 2005.
- A lecture entitled “ Dental Management of Thalassemic Patients” given at the 3rd National Palestinian Conference on Thalassemia & other Hemoglobinopathies, October 2009, Bethlehem, Palestine.
- Public Health lecture for science teaching students at the University College for Educational Sciences in Ramallah. The lecture entitled” Oral School Health Programs in Palestine”. November 2010.
- Public Health lecture for mothers of special needs children entitled “ Preventive & Curative Management of Oral Lesions in Special Needs Children” organized by the Swedish Society for Special Needs Children in Kufur Aqab. December 2010.
- A lecture entitled “ Infection Control in Dental Health Care Settings” given at the Palestinian Dental Association-Hebron district committee conference. January 2011.
- Public Health lecture for diabetic patients entitled “ Oral Health care for Diabetic Patient” organized by the Palestinian Center for Diabetes. March 2012.
Activities
- Training workshops on the proper disposal and management of dental wastes in coordination with the Institute of Community & Public Health in Birzeit University, 2003.
- Testing Committee member for the Practical Dental Internship Exam September 2005.
- Editing the Dental Public Health Newsletter for the Palestinian Dental Association_ Ramallah district (2004 - 2007).
- Head of the scientific committee of the Palestinian Dental Association _ Ramallah district (2004-2008).
- Volunteer coordinator with the Palestinian Children Relief Fund (PCRF) for the volunteer attendance of professionals from abroad in the field of pediatric dentistry.
- Community outreach activities at the Faculty of Dentistry - AlQuds University (2008 till present) including school oral health program, infant oral health program, oral health education.
