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Judy Oska

Utica,MI

Summary

Highly-motivated and compassionate student with a desire and deep connection to improve patient well-being. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional communication skills. Committed to continuous professional and self development and growth. Ambitioned to conquer new challenges and become part of the Endodontic field to improve the career and patient experiences.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Mission Trip Leader

American Student Dental Association
Treasure Beach , Jamaica
2024.03 - 2024.03
  • Organized and led the first dental mission trip at Detroit Mercy Dental since 2018.
  • Developed a detailed itinerary and successfully brought 26 students and faculty from my school to a clinic in Treasure Beach, Jamaica to provide dental treatment to the underserved community.
  • Organized dental treatment (extractions, fillings, cleanings) for patients and lodging, transportation, meals, and excursions for attendees.
  • Transported donated supplies to Treasure Beach, Jamaica.
  • Set up fundraisers to help relieve the financial burden for the student volunteers. We raised over $10,000 total.

2023 Lobby Day

ADA/ASDA
Washington , VA
2023.03 - 2023.03
  • Attended meetings with national government officials to advocate for policy changes regarding the future of dentistry and healthcare.
  • Discussed to the House of Representatives the importance of the Dental and Optometric Care Access Act, Resident Education Deferred Interest Act, and the Medicaid Denta Benefit Act
  • Responded promptly to constituent inquiries regarding legislative matters.

Detroit Mercy Endodontics Club Founder

Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry
Detroit , MI
2023.10 - Current
  • Founded the Endodontics Club at the University of Detroit Mercy with faculty supervision.
  • Hosted seminars with Endodontics Faculty to bring awareness to the specialty.

American Association For Women Dentists

Detroit Mercy Chapter
Detroit , MI
2021.08 - Current

Secretary Position 2022-2023.

  • Sent emails to the appropriate personnel or departments within our school.
  • Coordinated meeting logistics such as room reservations and catering services.

President Position 2023-present

  • Organized events and seminars with local female dentists.
  • Improved relationships with students and local female dental offices to increase support and employment for students.
  • Elected to attend a Women in Dentistry Panel at the undergraduate school to answer questions regarding the female role in healthcare.

Pre-dental Mentor

American Student Dental Association
Detroit , MI
2022.08 - Current
  • Conducted mock interviews with students to improve interview performance.
  • Personally guided 8 undergraduate students through the dental school application process.
  • Organized individual meetings with students to discuss career goals and skills development.
  • Attended panel at the undergraduate campus to assist students through applications and host Q&A sessions.

MDA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Student Chair

Michigan Dental Association
Detroit , MI
2023.08 - Current
  • Implemented a training program within my school to teach students basic dental terminology in different languages.
  • Coordinate events between the MDA DEI board and the Detroit Mercy Dental School and University of Michigan Dental School students to reinstate and enforce DEI within our schools.
  • Demonstrated and explained how to work with people of all ethnicities and backgrounds.

Macomb Pediatrics Assistant

Dr. Ashraf Berry
Warren , MI
2020.08 - Current
  • Place Fluoride Varnish on children's teeth at Macomb Pediatric Medical office.
  • Gave proper oral hygiene instructions to the parents and their children regarding at-home hygiene care, diet, and plaque control.

Externship

University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco , CA
2024.02 - 2024.02
  • Networked and gained insight into the daily operations of the residents and faculty of the Endodontics Program at UCSF.
  • Observed the residents complete advanced root canal treatments in various patients

District 6 ASDA Conference

American Student Dental Association
Cincinnati , OH
2022.11 - 2022.11
  • Attended and coordinated conference logistics, including room setup, meetings schedule, and food preparation for the ASDA members of my school.

Pediatric Club Member

Detroit Mercy Dental Chapter
Detroit , MI
2021.08 - 2022.08
  • Educated special needs pediatric patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care measures.
  • Organized and planned seminars and "lunch 'n learns" with dentists and how to manage pediatric patients.

Handlebar Driver

Handlebar Detroit- Cyrelle Wheeler
Detroit , MI
2022.04 - Current
  • Obtained my Pedicab license and became a Handlebar driver for those that rent out the bike for all kinds of celebrations.
  • Achieved high customer satisfaction by maintaining a positive and responsible attitude.
  • Learned how to quickly overcome conflicts and obstacles in a polite, friendly, calm, and efficient manner.

Above 10 Landscape Company Social Media Manager

Above 10 Landscape Company LLC
Plymouth , MI
2023.08 - Current
  • Created engaging content for social media platforms, such as Instagram and Facebook to support company objectives.
  • Marketing for the landscape company by creating advertisements to be displayed at local stores and homes.

Education

DDS - Dentistry

University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry
Detroit, MI
2025-05

Bachelor of Science - Science

University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI
2022-05

Skills

  • Board Collaboration
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Client Engagement
  • Team Leadership
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Piano Player
  • Content Creation
  • Critical Thinking and Judgment

Languages

Arabic
Full Professional

Affiliations

  • Piano Player
  • Canvas Embroidery
  • Puzzles
  • Travel
  • Volleyball
  • Dental Office Shadowing/Assistant
  • Books

Accomplishments

  • Interviewed for the West Michigan District Dental Society Bulletin.

Timeline

Mission Trip Leader

American Student Dental Association
2024.03 - 2024.03

Externship

University of California, San Francisco
2024.02 - 2024.02

Detroit Mercy Endodontics Club Founder

Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry
2023.10 - Current

MDA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Student Chair

Michigan Dental Association
2023.08 - Current

Above 10 Landscape Company Social Media Manager

Above 10 Landscape Company LLC
2023.08 - Current

2023 Lobby Day

ADA/ASDA
2023.03 - 2023.03

District 6 ASDA Conference

American Student Dental Association
2022.11 - 2022.11

Pre-dental Mentor

American Student Dental Association
2022.08 - Current

Handlebar Driver

Handlebar Detroit- Cyrelle Wheeler
2022.04 - Current

American Association For Women Dentists

Detroit Mercy Chapter
2021.08 - Current

Pediatric Club Member

Detroit Mercy Dental Chapter
2021.08 - 2022.08

Macomb Pediatrics Assistant

Dr. Ashraf Berry
2020.08 - Current

DDS - Dentistry

University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry

Bachelor of Science - Science

University of Detroit Mercy
Judy Oska