Gabriel Moreno
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dr. Gabriel J. Moreno was born and raised in the city of Armenia, located in the coffee zone of Colombia. Dr. Moreno graduated with a Doctor of Odontology degree from the Universidad Antonio Nariño - Colombia in 2013 and immediately committed to providing dental care to the community as a general dentist. In 2015, Dr. Moreno arrived in the U.S.A. and joined the U.S. Army Dental Corps, active-duty military service before joining the Advanced Standing Program for International Dentists (ASPID) at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC. Dr. Moreno is also a University of Cartagena's Advanced Dental Aesthetics Program graduate. Dr. Moreno developed fundamental skills in research while performing duty at UAN's Office of Science, Technology & Innovation in Colombia.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Practice Manager
United States Army
11.2018 - 11.2021
- Supervised and led a team of dental hygienists and support staff of eight people.
- Supervised daily practice operations to optimize appointment scheduling, patient records management and training requirements.
- Provided outstanding support to entire staff which helped improve process flow and boosted efficiency.
- Ordered all office supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
Dental Practice Manager
United States Army
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Managed a 32-chair dental clinic within federal budget guidelines for clerical and auxiliary supply purchases, equipment upgrades, and labor costs.
- Developed office teams to offer best-in-class patient care.
- Supervised and led a team of dentists, dental hygienists, and support staff of 38 people.
Preventive Dentistry Specialist
United States Army
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Cleaned patients (over five patients per day) teeth to remove plaque and tartar buildup and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
- Screened patients for signs of oral cancer, lesions, or disease by visually and manually inspecting mouth and gums.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene's importance and demonstrated flossing and brushing techniques.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided them to the dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
- Made and confirmed appointments to promote necessary follow-up care to maintain dental health.
General Dentist
Self Employed Services
04.2014 - 11.2015
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plans and educate them on upcoming procedures.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore the oral health of patients.
General Dentist
Colombian National Navy
02.2013 - 02.2014
- Assessed patient needs and developed treatment plans for restorative work.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
Research Assistant
UAN Office Of Science, Technology, And Innovation
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC
Los Angeles, CA05.2024
Master of Arts - Medical Sciences - Molecular Medicine
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA01.2022
Doctor of Odontology -
University Antonio Nariño (UAN)
Bogota, DC 01.2013
Skills
- Clinical Staff Management
- Diagnosing and Treating Conditions Affecting Oral Health
- Exceptional Written and Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Teamwork-oriented
- Organizational Skill
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Electronic Records Management
Accomplishments
- Dean's List. Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC. Summer 2022, Spring 2023, and Summer 2023.
- Army Good Conduct Medal (2nd award), United States Army. 2018/11/24.
- Army Commendation Medal, United States Army 2018/05/25.
- Army Overseas Service Medal 2018/05/25.
- Commandant's List. Basic Leadership Course Certificate U.S. Army - Noncommissioned Officer Academy 2018/02/02.
- U.S. Army Driver (Wheeled Vehicle) Award United States Army 2017/07/27.
- Belgian Sports Badge - Belgian Army 2016/09/22.
- Juliet Leadership Award, United States Army 2016/04/15.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- American Association of Orthodontics
- Hispanic Dental Association
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- California Dental Association
- Veteran Student Organization of USC.
Certification
- Invisalign | Itero, University Education Onboarding Courses
-Digital Diagnosis & Clear Aligner Fundamentals using the Invisalign System Part 2, April 2023.
-Introduction to Digital Patient Care, Part 1, October 2022.
- Harvard Medical School
Fundamental Courses HMX, Certificate of Achievement in Pharmacology studies, March 2019. Cambridge, MA.
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
Understanding and Providing Appropriate Dental Line Angles to Optimize Smile Design, April 2018.
- United States Army Medical Department
Military Occupational Specialty Certificate - Dental Specialist 68E. Ft. Sam Houston TX, April 2016. San Antonio, TX.
- University of Cartagena, CEO of Latin America
Diploma in Advanced Dental Aesthetics, September 2014, Bogotá DC, Colombia.
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
Traditional Layering vs. Modified Bulk Filling, February 2011
Personal References
- Lisa Popkoff DDS, Group Practice Director and Associate Professor of Clinical Dentistry, Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC. lpjohnso@usc.edu, mobile 213-740-8644.
- MAJ Nathan Persell DDS, Orthodontist – United States Army, Joint Base Fort Sam Houston, TX. Nathan.persell@gmail.com, Mobile 402-440-1369.
- Humberto Reyes Camero, DDS - President Colombian Dental Federation Quindío, Clinical Professor UAN School of Dental Medicine. Humbertoreyescamero@hotmail.com, Mobile +57 (312) 832-2317.
Timeline
Dental Practice Manager
United States Army
11.2018 - 11.2021
Dental Practice Manager
United States Army
05.2018 - 10.2018
Preventive Dentistry Specialist
United States Army
05.2016 - 05.2018
General Dentist
Self Employed Services
04.2014 - 11.2015
General Dentist
Colombian National Navy
02.2013 - 02.2014
Research Assistant
UAN Office Of Science, Technology, And Innovation
01.2013 - 06.2013
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC
Master of Arts - Medical Sciences - Molecular Medicine
Liberty University
Doctor of Odontology -
University Antonio Nariño (UAN)
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