Geovany Mikhail

Compassionate and dedicated dental student with a strong passion for pediatric care. Experienced at the DDS level in performing dental procedures for children, managing diverse cases, and providing preventive care in both clinical and educational settings. Adept at building rapport with young patients and their families, ensuring a comfortable and positive experience. Eager to advance my skills in pediatric dentistry and contribute to a residency program focused on providing high-quality care to children of all ages.

• American Association of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)
• American Student Dental Association (ASDA)
• Hispanic Student Dental Association (HSDA)
• American Dental Education Association (ADEA)

• Class Exec Position Quarter Master 2023 - PRESENT, Selected by classmates to work with course directors of each lab in order to manage class materials and keep track of dental kit/materials.
• Head Lab Monitor 2026 - PRESENT, Appointed by faculty to lead the lab monitor team, ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and cleanliness across all laboratory facilities.
• UTHSC Hispanic Club Treasurer 2024 - PRESENT. Managed the club finances, strategically allocating funds to maximize the impact of community outreach and campus events.
• Implant Lab teaching assistantship 2026 - PRESENT, Chosen by faculty to assist second-year dental students with clinical techniques and workflow during implant laboratory sessions.
• Occlusion Lab teaching assistantship 2026 - PRESENT, Chosen by faculty to assist first year dental students with lab projects.
• Fixed Prosthodontics Lab teaching assistantship 2026 - PRESENT, Chosen by faculty to assist second year dental students with lab projects.

• UTHSC College of Dentistry Researcher 2026 - PRESENT, Mechanical Properties of Four Denture-Base Materials Subjected to Cyclic Loading: An In Vitro Study

• UTHSC Tutoring Services 2025 - PRESENT - Tutored first and second year dental students in Operative Dentistry, Fixed/Removable Prosthodontics, Occlusion, Endodontics courses.
• St. Pishoy Coptic Orthodox church Sunday school teacher - Guided middle school youth through church-based biblical/educational lessons, building long-term, trusting relationships with students and their families over an eight-year commitment.
• Oral Health Day Meharry School of Dentistry 2025 - PRESENT - Service day held biannually at Meharry College of dentistry where fillings, extractions, and cleanings are provided to the Nashville community free of charge.
• Mid-South Mission of Mercy - Contributed to providing free dental care services such as cleanings, fillings, and extractions to underserved communities in Memphis, Tennessee. Assisted my first two years. Provided patient care my third year.
• UTHSC Hispanic Student Dental Association at Su Casa - Volunteer - Provided Dental supplies and oral screenings for preschool children alongside the UTHSC pediatric residents.
• Give Kids a Smile - Chosen by faculty to work under the supervision of the pediatric residents to provide care to preschoolers. Contributed to providing dental care (cleanings, fillings, & sealants) to pre-school/elementary students.
• Hope smiles - Provided free dental services to such as fillings, extractions, and cleanings to the underserved community of Nashville, Tennessee.
• UTHSC Hispanic Student Dental Association at Su Casa dental screenings

• [Thomas and Marjorie Weems Endowment for Dental Education] Scholarship Recipient. Nominated by faculty for a dental student with proven academic ability and found to be deserving.
• [Dr. and Mrs. F. Payne Hardison and Dr. Mark F. Hardison] Scholarship Recipient. Nominated by faculty for a third-year dental student who has demonstrated scholastic ability, leadership potential and dedication to dentistry as a career and profession with preference given to Tennessee residents who attended UTK or MTSU.