Kimberly K. Patterson, D.D.S.
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry
Abimbola Adewumi, B.D.S., FDSRCS
University of Florida College of Dentistry
Thomas Tanbonliong, D.D.S.
University of California, San Francisco, School of Dentistry
Priyanshi Ritwik, B.D.S., M.S.
University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston
Transitioning into academics following a career in private practice or immediately following graduation from a dental or residency program can be daunting. Transitioning between institutions poses another level of challenge. Developing a supportive group of colleagues who assists in viewing all aspects of a transition is key to a successful career, even without transition.
This program will provide testimony of colleagues who have recently transitioned after several years in academics and how their support system assisted their transition, facilitated conception of all features of a transition, and helped them recognize their own talents. Mutual support benefits all levels of experience.