Kathleen Pham Dela Paz
Katy,TX
Summary
Transitioning from clinical environment, bringing skills in patient care and precision in technical procedures. Demonstrates strong analytical abilities and focus on improving patient outcomes. Seeking to leverage these transferrable skills in new and challenging field.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Dentist
Legacy Community Health
07.2022 - 01.2025
- Performed and interpreted radiographic exams in support of treatment planning
- Managed dental emergencies promptly, addressing acute pain and preventing further complications.
- Reduced anxiety in patients with gentle chairside manner and clear explanations of treatment options and procedures.
- Filled cavities, placed stainless steel crowns and applied sealants to prevent tooth decay.
- Provided preventive care with regular checkups, educating patients on proper oral hygiene habits.
- Diagnosed periodontal disease early through routine assessments, initiating timely interventions to prevent tooth loss or damage.
- Sixty percent of dental treatment was performed on pediatric patients
Dentist
Epic Dental Associates
09.2007 - 07.2022
- Performed quality dental treatment and support for special needs and disabled population.
- Supported treatment planning by performing and interpreting radiographic exams.
- Improved patient dental health through routine cleaning, restorative dentistry, and extraction of teeth in accordance with dental policies.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy of information.
- Implemented infection control protocols within practice to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff members.
- Attended professional conferences and workshops to stay updated on new techniques and technologies in dentistry.
- Developed long-term relationships with patients through excellent customer service skills.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Managed 50 percent of special needs patients with dental treatment
Dentist
Memorial Dental Professionals
08.1998 - 09.2007
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Provided preventive care with regular checkups, educating patients on proper oral hygiene habits.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Collaborated with a team of dental professionals to develop interdisciplinary treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Education
GPR Certificate - General Practice Residency
University of Texas Dental School - Houston
Houston, Texas05.1997
DDS - Dentistry
University of Texas Dental School - Houston
Houston, Texas05.1995
Skills
- Patient-Focused Dentist
- Comprehensive Dentistry
- Oral Health Education
- Effective Communication Skills
- Treatment planning
- Radiographic exams
- Emergency Dental Care
- Placing crowns
- Tooth extraction
- Diagnosis skills
Affiliations
- Has completed two half marathons and a handful of 5Ks and 10Ks.
- Training for a third half marathon , this time to raise awareness and funds for the Alzheimer's Association.
References
References available upon request.
Contact
Katy, Texas 77494
Education
Houston, Texas,Houston, Texas
Languages
English
Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Gardening
- Outdoor running and yoga, as recreational activities to maintain physical fitness
Timeline
Dentist
Legacy Community Health
07.2022 - 01.2025
Dentist
Epic Dental Associates
09.2007 - 07.2022
Dentist
Memorial Dental Professionals
08.1998 - 09.2007
GPR Certificate - General Practice Residency
University of Texas Dental School - Houston
DDS - Dentistry
University of Texas Dental School - Houston
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