The International Dentist Podcast

Dr. Gabriela Lagreca

Dr. Gabriela Lagreca from The International Dentist brings stories from fellow dentists who left their homelands to develop their professional careers in the US. You will hear their journey to success, but also the failures that led them there. Every week, I will bring you helpful, honest, and real advice from educators, leaders, private practitioners, and business owners who will share their experiences and learnings to empower and motivate your dental journey. ⁣ read less
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S3 E30 Dr. Martha Forero
Dec 12 2022
S3 E30 Dr. Martha Forero
Dr. Martha L. Forero is an Assistant Professor at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM) in the Department of Public Health and Community Service and Department of Pediatric Dentistry. She is the Director of the Josiah Quincy school-based dental clinic and a Co-Director of the Pediatric Community Service-Learning rotation. She was born in Bogota, Colombia, obtained her DDS at the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, her M.S. in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Michigan, her RDH degree at Middlesex Community College, and is currently enrolled in a Master of Public Health program with an emphasis on dental public health at A.T. Still University.Dr. Forero is a Fellow of the International College of DentistsShe participated at ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership Class of 2019-2020. She is a past-president of the Massachusetts Hispanic Dental Association (2020). Dr. Forero is the faculty advisor for the Hispanic Dental Association Student Chapter at TUSDM.Additional information that reflects my leadership role and work with community partners·       Board member of the Health Advisory Committee Head Start & Early Head Start, Communities United Inc, Watertown, MA - 2016-Present·       Member of the Dental Programs Advisory Board, Middlesex Community College, Lowell, MA -2015-Present·       Member of the Dental Advisory Board, Greater Lawrence Technical School, Andover, MA –2016-Present·       Coordinator/advisor of the Give Kids a Smile event at TUFTS University Dental School –2017-present·       Selected as one of the 2016 Give Kids a Smile Community Leadership Development Institute Ambassadors, ADA Foundation·       Coordinator/advisor of the Autism Smiles at TUFTS University Dental School –2019-present·       Lessons in a Lunchbox program coordinator (The Children’s Oral Health Institute) schools in Boston area 2016 -Present·       Board member of the New England – Merrimack Valley YWCA, MA - 2022Episode resources and links:https://facultyprofiles.tufts.edu/martha-forero--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
S3 E28 Dr. Leonardo Koerich
Dec 5 2022
S3 E28 Dr. Leonardo Koerich
Hi folks! My name is Dr. Leonardo “Leo” KoerichI grew up in the southern part of Brazil, in a city called Florianópolis with a large, very close family all living pretty close by.I would never have thought that I would be the one in my family to leave the country and end up in North Carolina, but life takes us on some unexpected journeys sometimes, especially when you meet a special person!I completed my first dental degree at Federal University of Santa Catarina, which is in Florianopolis, Brazil. After graduating, I was invited to complete a one-year Post-Doc Fellowship at the Department of Orthodontics at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, where I also met my wife, Lindsey.Upon completion, I received a full scholarship for residency in Orthodontics at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, the first and most respected orthodontic residency in the country.After graduating, from the orthodontic program, I moved to Charlotte, got married to Lindsey, and then shortly after, completed the second round of dental school at Virginia Commonwealth University.I currently work as a general dentist with my practice limited to orthodontics. I am a strong believer that patient care starts by listening and understanding people’s concerns and desires, and my goals are to connect with people and to deliver a beautiful smile.When I am not in the office, you can find me teaching my kids how to play soccer, eating at the Brazilian bakery, and hanging out with my family.Episode resources and links:https://koerichortho.com/https://revalidausa.com.brhttps://www.instagram.com/revalida.usa/https://www.facebook.com/Revalida.USA/https://www.youtube.com/c/revalidausa--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
S3 E28 Dr. Andreina Bracho
Nov 28 2022
S3 E28 Dr. Andreina Bracho
Andreina Bracho, D.D.S. Pediatric DentistDr. Andreina Bracho received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Universidad Central de Venezuela in 2009. She worked as a general dentist for a few years before pursuing her specialty. During that time, she discovered her love for pediatric dentistry.She completed her pediatric residency at Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts, receiving two awards at her graduation – clinical achievement and performance in orthodontics. She is always eager to learn more in order to provide exceptional care and a pleasant experience for her patients.Dr. Bracho is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, Florida Academy of Pediatric Dentists and the Pan-American Dental Society.She is currently board eligible in her pediatric specialty.Dr. Bracho is originally from Caracas, Venezuela, but she now calls Orlando home. She is fluent in both Spanish and English. When not treating patients, Dr. Bracho loves to spend time with her husband and family. She can easily be found at the beach, practicing yoga, riding her bike, or just relaxing while enjoying a good movieEpisode resources and links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreina-bracho-pacheco-879056105/https://www.instagram.com/hi5childrensdentistry/--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
S3 E27 ADEA Emily Rhineberger
Nov 14 2022
S3 E27 ADEA Emily Rhineberger
Emily Rhineberger is the Senior Director of Application Services at the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) where she leads the application services team. ADEA’s four application services include ADEA CAAPID, the application for internationally educated dentists, and ADEA PASS, the application for residency programs. She has worked in higher education enrollment management for over fifteen years. Register to ADEA CAAPID VIRTUAL FAIR HERE When? December 1st, 2022 Where? OnlineHow? FreeEpisode resources and links:https://www.linkedin.com/company/adeawebhttps://www.youtube.com/user/ADEAwebhttps://www.adea.org/caapidapp/ADEA AADSAS®ADEA Associated American Dental School Application Service This is the application to dental school for those who have not graduated from dental school previously.Website : https://www.adea.org/GoDental/The_application_to_dental_school__ADEA_AADSAS.aspxADEA CAAPID®ADEA Centralized Application for Advanced Placement for International DentistsThis is the application to advanced standing programs for internationally educated dentists. These programs confer a D.D.S. or a D.M.D.Website: https://www.adea.org/dental_education_pathways/CAAPID/Pages/ADEAPASSApplicants.aspxADEA PASS®ADEA Postdoctoral Application Support Service.This is the application to dental residencies (e.g., orthodontics, GPR, dental public health). Website: https://www.adea.org/PASSapp/applicants/--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
S2 E25 PDS International Student Program
May 17 2021
S2 E25 PDS International Student Program
Promethean Dental SystemsFor more information about PDS International Student Program, visit: https://www.prometheandentalsystems.com/international-student-program This episode features PDS board members:Mike Hill- Chairman of the Board. Mike has been working with dental practices and dental suppliers across the dental ecosystem for nearly a decade to deliver efficieny, optimization and new educational standards.  Mike has built results all throughout the value chain and has successfully worked with a variety of practices from small single practitioner offices to large multi-practices. Mike is a recognized leader in the business of dentistry; he co-developed an executive education program for practice owners and has lectured on the business of dentistry at the Dental College of Georgia. Mike is also an educator, serving as a Management faculty member in the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia.Rick Callan, DMD, EdS, EdD- Board Member. Following a successful career as a private practice dentist, Dr. Callan returned to his alma mater, DCG as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Oral Rehabilitation. He served as Chair of the Department of General Dentistry for 11 years. He has since received a Specialist degree in Educational Leadership and his Doctoral degree in Educational Innovation. Dr. Callan retired from the faculty of his alma mater in December 2019.  Dr. Callan is a dental education consultant and continues to conduct research on the application of digital technologies in the education of health professionals. Donna Armstrong- Board Member. Donna has been leading the design and operation of business services her entire career. Her career has been focused on providing business services that balance operational efficiency and world-class customer experience. She uses her detailed orientation for results to ensure all dental simulation educational courses are properly tested and delivered at all educational centers with a passion for her customers. Donna has been hands on with PDS customers since the inception of our first simulation center. Jerry Cooper, DMD, FAGD- Board Member. Upon graduation from the Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry, Dr. Cooper returned home and started his private practice in Trenton, GA. He served patients from the tri-state area providing comprehensive dental care for thirty years before deciding to enter academics.  Dr. Cooper served on the faculty of his alma mater from 2006 until the end of 2019.  He also maintained a very active dental practice within the school, treating patients from all walks of life.  He was a strong student advocate, constantly and consistently working for students’ right to a complete educational experience. He received various awards including, the American College of Dentists Professionalism Award multiple times and the prestigious Judson C. Hickey Award for outstanding teaching. EPISODE 25 SPONSOR AD:Promethean Dental Systemshttps://www.prometheandentalsystems.com/international-student-program Discount code TID2021 for 10% off PDS Full 5-day Course for International Dentists--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
S2 E24 Dr. Daniel Oreadi
May 10 2021
S2 E24 Dr. Daniel Oreadi
Dr. Daniel Oreadi DMD, OMFSDr. Oreadi earned his dental degree at the Universidad Central of Venezuela and completed the Advanced Graduate Education in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Oreadi then completed a fellowship training in head and neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville. Currently, Dr. Oreadi is an assistant professor in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at TUSDM and a staff member at Tufts Medical Center where he holds operating room privileges. He is recognized for his expertise in the diagnosis and management of oral and maxillofacial surgery pathology and reconstruction with training in microneurosurgery of the trigeminal nerve. He has authored multiple articles published peer review journals as well as book chapters in his specialty. He is also a reviewer for the pathology and reconstruction section of the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and a section editor of the parameters of care of his specialty. Additionally, he is an avid Futbol (soccer) fan. https://dental.tufts.edu/people/faculty/daniel-oreadihttps://facultyprofiles.tufts.edu/daniel-oreadihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-oreadi-0848b038/EPISODE 21 SPONSOR AD:Promethean Dental Systemshttps://www.prometheandentalsystems.com/international-student-program Discount code TID2021 for 10% off PDS Full 5-day Course for International Dentists--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
S2 E23 Dr. Rodrigo Cunha
May 3 2021
S2 E23 Dr. Rodrigo Cunha
Dr. Rodrigo Sanches Cunha Dr. Cunha completed his Undergraduate Dental Degree in 1994, which he obtained from the Catholic University of Campinas in Sao Paulo - Brazil.  His postgraduate studies include a Specialty degree in Endodontics obtained in 1997 from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP); in 2002, a M.Sc. degree in Clinical Dentistry (Endodontics), and in 2006, a Ph.D. degree in Dental Sciences both of which he received from Sao Leopoldo Mandic Centre for Dental Research. In 2011, Dr. Cunha moved with his wife (Andressa) and three daughters (Leticia, Larissa and Helena) to Winnipeg to work as a Full-time Professor at the College of Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Manitoba.  Dr. Cunha became Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (Endodontics) in 2013 and, in 2016, decided to work in Private Practice full-time. Dr. Cunha joined Dr. Simona Pesun as the founders of Prairie Endodontics in 2018. Dr. Cunha has been a guest speaker at more than 200 events worldwide. Dr. Cunha has published more than 100 papers and abstracts in several peer reviewed journals and six book chapters and has extensive clinical experience obtained working in Private Practice limited to Endodontics since 1995. Dr. Cunha is a real Winnipeg Jets fan and enjoys watching sports, swimming and enjoying his family during his spare time.  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigo-sanches-cunha-a98581b7/https://www.instagram.com/prairieendo/EPISODE 22 SPONSOR AD:Promethean Dental Systemshttps://www.prometheandentalsystems.com/international-student-program Discount code TID2021 for 10% off PDS Full 5-day Course for International Dentists--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
S2 E22 Dr. Sergio Sanchez
Apr 26 2021
S2 E22 Dr. Sergio Sanchez
Sergio E. Sanchez, DDSAssistant Professor, AEGD Program Director, Craniofacial Sciences, University of Connecticut, School of Dental MedicineDr. Sergio Sanchez was born and raised in Peru. He received his Dental Degree from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia School of Dentistry in 2004. After dental school, Dr. Sanchez completed a Diplomaed certification in Dental Esthetics from the School of Peruvian Dentistry. In 2008, he joined the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency program at the University of Connecticut (UConn) School of Dental Medicine, where he completed two years of residency with an additional AEGD Fellowship. Immediately following his residency, Dr. Sergio Sanchez became a clinical instructor for the AEGD program at UConn School of Dental Medicine. Part of his responsibilities was serving as a dental provider at Health Care Community Centers. In 2016, he was promoted to Assistant Professor and Program Director of the AEGD residency program.As Program Director of the AEGD residency program, Dr. Sanchez has many administrative responsibilities, including providing clinical supervision and didactic courses for over 30 residents per year. Part of his duties also includes managing the dental Emergency Services offered at UConn School of Dental Medicine and John Dempsey Hospital. Additionally, he is responsible for providing care to patients with acquired and developmental disabilities in the Operating Room at the John Dempsey Hospital. Also, Dr. Sanchez joined a private practice in Torrington, CT, in 2021 as an Associate Dentist.Dr. Sanchez has helped move UConn School of Dental Medicine into the forefront of Digital Dentistry and 3D printing. He has also participated in several publications and poster presentations, including being part of a presentation where he discussed "Digital Dentistry and its application to Conservative tooth preparation" at the ADEA in 2019. He has also received an award from John Dempsey Hospital for the Hospital Medical Staff Award of Excellence in 2019.Outside of dentistry, Dr. Sanchez loves to spend time with this wife and two children. He enjoys traveling, bike riding, and paddle boarding with his children and lovely wife.https://www.instagram.com/sergioesanchezdds/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergio-sánchez-velasco-937b905a/EPISODE 21 SPONSOR AD:Promethean Dental Systemshttps://www.prometheandentalsystems.com/international-student-program Discount code TID2021 for 10% off PDS Full 5-day Course for International Dentists--------------------------More Information about this and many other podcast at:www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
S2 E21 Dr. Alex & Stefania Grous
Apr 19 2021
S2 E21 Dr. Alex & Stefania Grous
Dr. Alexandros Grous graduate from the School of Dentistry, University of Athens (1980).He completed a certificate, Post Graduate Prosthodontics Specialty Program at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston (1981-1983).  He became an assistant clinical professor of Prosthodontics, Restorative Dept. TUFTS University (1983-1984). He obtained his PhD, diploma at the School of Dentistry, University of Athens (2003).He is a part time clinical instructor at the postgraduate Prosthodontics department, School of Dentistry, University of Athens, teaching macro photography courses to postgraduate dental students at the of School of Dentistry, University of Athens.He maintains a full time private practice limited to Prosthodontics , Esthetics and Implant Dentistry, in Athens. He is an active member of the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry (EAED-1996), Fellow of the International Team of Implantology (ITI ), Member of the International College of Prosthodontics, the European Association of Osseointegration, the European Prosthodontic Association, Active member and Past President (2007-2009) of the Hellenic Society of Odontostomatological Research and past President of Tufts Prosthodontics Alumni Charitable Organization (2011-2016).Active lecturer nationally and internationally in conventions and continuing education courses on various Prosthodontic, Esthetic and Implant  Dentistry topics. Dr. Stefania A. Grous received on 2011, her DMD degree from the English program of Semmelweis University, School of Dental Medicine, Budapest, Hungary.On 2013 she graduated from the two-year postgraduate program of Advanced Education in Aesthetic Dentistry, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, USA.  On 2015 she obtained her MSc degree of Conservative Dentistry, from the University College of London (UCL), London, UK. The study of her project was on the subject of 3D printing and the relevant updated technologies. Currently she practices at the Grous Dental Clinic, limited to Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry.https://www.grousdentalclinic.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stefania-grous-40791a44/https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-grous-athens-greece-b2899511/https://www.instagram.com/stefgrous/--------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
S2 E20 Dr. Jose Rivero
Apr 12 2021
S2 E20 Dr. Jose Rivero
Dr. Jose Rivero is a Board Certified Dentist Anesthesiologist, he was born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela, where he earned his Doctorate in Dental Surgery and practiced for several years while preparing to apply to postgraduate training programs in the U.S. In 2012, Dr. Rivero was accepted into the Advanced Education in General Dentistry program at the University of Connecticut, where he completed two years of postdoctoral training. Immediately after, he continued to expand his skills and came to New York,  and accepted a position in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department at Jacobi Medical Center in the Bronx, where he spent a full year training in the specialty, during this time Dr. Rivero developed a great interest in the field of Anesthesiology and management of patients who had difficulty tolerating dental treatment while awake.  He was then accepted into the 3-year Dental Anesthesiology residency program at Jacobi Medical Center in collaboration with Albert Einstein College of Medicine, the only Level 1 Trauma Center in the area, during the 3 years of extensive training exclusively dedicated to Anesthesiology he became proficient in providing all levels of sedation and anesthesia to adult and pediatric patients in settings ranging from the operating rooms to the dental clinics. The Anesthesiology training program included rotations in cardiology, emergency medicine, internal medicine, pulmonology, intensive care for adult and pediatric patients as well as orofacial pain. A special portion of the clinical aspect was dedicated to providing anesthesia for patients with special needs at the Rose F. Kennedy Center. Dr. Rivero served as Chief Resident during his second and part of his third year of residency. Upon completion of his residency training Dr. Rivero became Board Certified by the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology, the only officially recognized institution providing board certification in Anesthesiology at the highest level of training for Dentistry. He keeps an active private practice providing ambulatory anesthesia and is affiliated with Columbia University Medical Center and Saint Barnabas Hospital, where he holds teaching positions.He is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS).Instagram https://www.linkedin.com/in/josé-rivero-9bb80494/ https://www.adaofny.com/meet-the-team.html--------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist
S2 E13 Dr. Mahsa Khaghani
Feb 22 2021
S2 E13 Dr. Mahsa Khaghani
Dr. Mahsa Khaghani obtained her degree in Dentistry from the U.C.M. (1999). She is the CEO at BeIDE https://bedentalexpert.comInvisalign specialist. Doctor Diamond.Specialist in Implantology and Periodontology.Advanced continuing education in Implantology and Periodontology at New York University (NY 2009-2010).Diploma in advanced periodontics from the U.C.M. (2010).Advanced treatments in periodontics and implantology. (2010)Advanced Course on Surgical Techniques and Aesthetic Implantology, Dr. Markus Hürzeler and Dr. Otto Zuhr. (2009)Esthetic surgery in Periodontal and implant dentistry, Dr. Markus Hürzeler and Dr. Otto Zuhr. (2009)Advanced implantology course. Dr. Padrós. (2007)Implantology and tissue regeneration. Straumann. (2007)Oral implant surgery course. European Dental Institute. (2006)Aesthetic implantology and oral rehabilitation course. Dr. Julian Cuesta. (2006)Porcelain veneers and aesthetic anterior groups. Dr. José A. from Rábago Vega. Ceosa. (2003-2004)Cervera straight arch orthodontic expert postgraduate (2001-2003)Dental treatment in special patients. (2000)Numerous continuous training courses by different dictators, nationally and internationally.Member of SEPES, SEPA, SEI.https://www.linkedin.com/in/khaghanimahsa/https://www.linkedin.com/company/beide/https://www.instagram.com/dra.mahsa/https://www.instagram.com/citadental_clinicas/https://www.instagram.com/bedental.expert/----------------------------www.theinternationaldentist.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drgabrielalagrecaFB & IG @theinternationaldentist