JI WON KIM
Summary
Experienced Lead Dentist with a clinical background from NYU College of Dentistry and research expertise from the Salk Institute. Committed to enhancing patient care and driving innovation in dentistry through the implementation of efficient methodologies. Motivates patients and colleagues to achieve optimal health and wellness.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Dentist
Springfield Dental Kids and Adults
Springfield, MA
07.2021 - Current
- Lead a multidisciplinary dental team of 12+ professionals, providing mentorship and support to foster collaboration and a positive work environment.
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment planning for over 8,000-10,000 patients annually, spanning all age groups.
- Perform an average of 300 restorative, endodontic, periodontic, prosthodontic, and oral surgery procedures weekly, consistently upholding high standards of care.
- Effectively treat 97% of referrals to the clinic from numerous neighboring offices.
- Collaborated on operational policies that enhanced clinical efficiency by 30%, leading to improved patient satisfaction scores.
- Facilitated weekly performance evaluations for team members, providing actionable feedback to support professional growth.
- Generated average annual net gain of $1,580,000, contributing to 80% increase in practice profitability over three years.
- Manage inventory for dental supply items, ensuring timely orders and equipment maintenance to avoid downtime.
- Coordinate with administrative staff to ensure 97% accuracy in billing and patient recordkeeping, enhancing operational efficiency.
Associate Dentist
Dental Dreams
Springfield, MA
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Diagnosed and treated oral diseases through general and restorative procedures, including direct and indirect restorations, aesthetic procedures such as veneers, and removable prostheses like partial and complete dentures.
- Increased practice profitability by reducing referred cases for molar root canals, surgical extractions, geriatric dentistry, and pedodontic procedures, including SCC crowns and pulpotomy.
- Led comprehensive dental care for children and adults in a family-oriented practice.
Dental Assistant
Yonsei Su Dental Clinic/Sung-Ga Dental Clinic
Korea
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Applied CAD-CAM technology to create precise dental restorations, enhancing fit and functionality of prostheses and crowns.
- Developed veneers, inlays/onlays, and bridges, significantly restoring dental functionality and improving patient satisfaction.
- Assisted Dr. Geon-Gu Kang in perio-implantitis and sinus lift surgeries, ensuring patient comfort and procedural accuracy.
Dental Assistant
UCLA Venice Dental
Los Angeles
06.2011 - 06.2016
- Assisted Dr. Eric Park, oral maxillofacial surgeon, in emergency implant surgeries, including sinus lift and perio-implantitis, using aseptic techniques and preparing bones for guided tissue regeneration.
- Communicated with patients to alleviate dental anxiety and educated them on post-operative instructions and preventive care.
- Managed patient records and scheduled appointments using clinic software.
Intern
Premier Dental
Los Angeles
03.2011 - 11.2015
- Executed full mouth reconstruction, crown fitments, denture adjustments, and tissue grafts to restore patient functionality and aesthetics.
- Maintained hygienic practices for dental instruments using aseptic techniques to ensure patient safety and infection control.
Laboratory Assistant
SALK Institute for Biological Studies - Gage Lab
San Diego
03.2010 - 06.2011
- Assisted Dr. Gage with research on age-related neurodegenerative disease, contributing to ongoing studies.
- Utilized FACS to investigate regenerative medicine and assess cell regrowth speed, aiding in research development.
- Performed tissue staining, PCR, GFP tracking, primer designing, gel electrophoresis, cell culture, IR spectroscopy, extraction, and chromatography to support laboratory experiments.
Laboratory Assistant
Vivozon Inc.
Seoul
12.2009
- Assisted in laminectomy procedures and anesthesia, utilizing optical imaging to profile spinal root slices in rat models.
- Crafted mesh and melted capillary tubes, constructed electrodes, and performed centrifugation for experimental setups.
- Prepared biological samples for analysis using standard laboratory techniques.
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
NYU College of Dentistry
New York05-2021
Intensive Professional Marketing & Advertising License - Marketing, Business
Stafford House International
San diego, CA08-2016
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
University of California San Diego
San Diego, CA06-2013
Life Science and Biotechnology -
Yonsei University
Seoul12-2011
Skills
- Patient care and treatment planning
- Restorative and cosmetic dentistry
- Geriatric and pediatric dentistry
- Prosthodontics and endodontics
- Molar root canal therapy
- Surgical and non-surgical extractions
- Wisdom tooth surgery
- Crowns, dentures, and veneers
- Invisalign expertise
- Leadership and management
- Business operations
- Interpersonal communication
Degree
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Korean
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Full Mouth Rehabilitation: Immediate Loading Techniques, 01/2026, Harvard School of Dental Medicine
- Functional Occlusion, 05/2023, GIA
- Bone Augmentation, 05/2023, GIA
- Wisdom Tooth Extraction Advanced Course, 01/2023, GAWE
- Clear Aligner Training, 12/2022, Henry Schein Orthodontics
- Safer/Competent Opioid Prescribing Education Certification, 04/2021, Boston University School of Medicine
- Safe Opioid Prescribing for Acute Dental Pain License, 12/2019, Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine
- Non Surgical Exodontia Module, 12/2018, NYU College of Dentistry
- Leadership Training Course, 09/2014 - 05/2016, San Diego Diakonia
- Intensive Professional Marketing & Advertising Certificate, 03/2016, Stafford House International
- Occupational Health Administration Safety Training, 01/2015, UC San Diego Health
Awards And Scholarships
- Achievement Award, 05/2021, NYU College of Dentistry - Faculty/Provost
- Student of the Month, 05/2021, NYU College of Dentistry
- The Provost Award, 03/2012, University of California San Diego Sixth College
Volunteer and Leadership
- NYU College of Dentistry, Liaison Officer, 05/2020, 05/2021, Analyzed and utilized data and feedback from dental students to identify opportunities to improve the communication with faculty members., Managed efficient relay of thorough messages/protocols developed from academic affairs.
- NYU College of Dentistry, Secretary of Special Needs Society, 06/2019, 07/2020, Managed administrative, organizational tasks, projects and initiatives (annual meeting planning, lunch & learns with dental professionals).
- NYU College of Dentistry, Class Representative of Special Needs Society, 08/2018, 06/2019, Organized Special Olympics and performed intra/extra-oral exams., Advocated oral health of patients with special needs/designed pamphlets and posters.
- Hope United Team, Leader/Vocalist, 09/2012, 05/2016, Designed weekly music lists for team members to perform to large crowd., Recruited singers, pianists, bass electric guitarists, drummers and media., Earned intensive leadership certificates to lead members with professionalism.
- San Diego Hope Church, Teacher, 12/2012, 05/2016, Made wall paintings and stages for summer camp., Raised money for missions and for Mexicans in under-served regions.
- San Diego Diakonia, Mentor, 01/2014, 05/2016, Guided members between teenagers to mid 40's build healthy leadership., Develop personalized routines for members to build positive assets at work places.
Timeline
Lead Dentist
Springfield Dental Kids and Adults
07.2021 - Current
Associate Dentist
Dental Dreams
07.2021 - 05.2023
Dental Assistant
Yonsei Su Dental Clinic/Sung-Ga Dental Clinic
06.2020 - 08.2020
Dental Assistant
UCLA Venice Dental
06.2011 - 06.2016
Intern
Premier Dental
03.2011 - 11.2015
Laboratory Assistant
SALK Institute for Biological Studies - Gage Lab
03.2010 - 06.2011
Laboratory Assistant
Vivozon Inc.
12.2009
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
NYU College of Dentistry
Intensive Professional Marketing & Advertising License - Marketing, Business
Stafford House International
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
University of California San Diego
Life Science and Biotechnology -
Yonsei University