RETHINA KUMARI KANNAN
San Antonio,Texas
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years of professional experience
Summary
Compassionate Dentist and Public Health worker with expertise in community health education and hygiene promotion. Skilled in identifying and addressing health disparities, dedicated to improving health outcomes for underserved populations. Committed to delivering equitable healthcare solutions that enhance community well-being and ensure a healthier future for all.
Work History
Senior Dentist
Surya Dental Care, India
India
04.2014 - 12.2016
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Mentored junior dentists and dental assistants in clinical procedures and best practices.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, resulting in high retention rates and positive referrals.
- Contributed to the growth of the practice through active engagement in community events and networking opportunities.
Senior Dentist
Apollo White Dental
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Utilized advanced dental technology to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies and referrals.
- Maintained a comfortable atmosphere within the clinic, fostering trust between dentist and patient.
Senior Dentist
Dr.G.Chittambalam Dental Clinic
09.2012 - 12.2014
- Conducted comprehensive dental examinations and diagnoses for diverse patient populations.
- Developed tailored treatment plans to address individual patient needs and oral health goals.
- Increased case acceptance rates by presenting clear treatment options supported by visual aids and detailed explanations.
- Reduced wait times for patients through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
Trainee Dentist
Kruthic Dental Clinic, India
India
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Educated patients on preventive care practices, promoting long-term oral health awareness.
- Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
- Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.
- Educated patients and families about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
Education
Bachelors of Dental Surgery - Public Health and Community Dentistry, Preventive and Pediatric Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Oral Medicine and Radiology, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology, Prosthodontics, Oral Anatomy, Histology and Physiology
Rajah Muthiah Dental College & Hospital, Annamalai University
Chidambaram, India01.2012
Masters of Public Health - Public Health Education, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health Communication, Global Health & Public Health Policies
Concordia University
Austin, Texas12.2022
Skills
- Surgical and restorative dentistry
- Expertise in Tooth extractions
- As a Dentist - Provided Expertise Guidance for patients through Counseling and Screening procedures
- Dexterous Treatments - Implemented many back-breaking cases at ease like Surgical Extractions, Complete Dentures, Fixed Partial Dentures, Root Canal Treatments and had done many Resilient Restorations with fine finish
- Adaptability to new technology
- Continuing education commitment
- Registered IDA (Indian Dental Association) member since 2012
- Registered Tamil Nadu Dental Council Member since 2012
- Ease at managing clinical staff as well as team
- Community health initiatives
- Specialized in handling stressful patients Adept in rendering Kid-Friendly Treatment care
- Camp Programs - Conducted IDA Camps and Health Education Programs Led the Free Public Dental Check-Ups conducted by COLGATE for Oral Health 2013 Month at Tanjore, India
Accomplishments
- Awarded 1st Place with BEST PAPER AWARD for my Material Sample Study on "Vickers Hardness Test of SILORANES Cured with Halogen and LED Light Curing Unit" in the 28th TAMILNADU STATE DENTAL CONFERENCE
- Won 2nd Place in Inter-College Photography
Certification
Successfully completed IDA Continuing Dental Education online certification course on 2014 for the Topic - "Medical Emergencies in Dental Practice"., Successfully completed the OHRP's learning module and achieved Texas Health and Human Services certificate on ethical research conductions., Successfully completed the online certification course in Cultural competency for Behavioral Health Professionals., Successfully received certification for Risk Communication in Public Health Emergencies.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Interests
Nature photography, Listening to Music, Reading books of genre (History & Autobiography), Collection of Antiques
Timeline
Senior Dentist
Apollo White Dental
10.2015 - 03.2016
Senior Dentist
Surya Dental Care, India
04.2014 - 12.2016
Senior Dentist
Dr.G.Chittambalam Dental Clinic
09.2012 - 12.2014
Trainee Dentist
Kruthic Dental Clinic, India
08.2012 - 08.2013
Bachelors of Dental Surgery - Public Health and Community Dentistry, Preventive and Pediatric Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Oral Medicine and Radiology, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology, Prosthodontics, Oral Anatomy, Histology and Physiology
Rajah Muthiah Dental College & Hospital, Annamalai University
Masters of Public Health - Public Health Education, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health Communication, Global Health & Public Health Policies
Concordia University
INTERNSHIP WORKS
- Internship program from February 2012 to September 2012.
- Assisted Professors in intense surgeries like Inter-Maxillary Fractures and Implants, also assisted Postgraduate Seniors in many Research and Thesis work
- Articles Prepared are syllabus-based charts and models namely "STANDARDIZATION of ENDODONTIC INSTRUMENTS" attributed Best Article work and kept as a Reference article source at College Library
- Multiple PowerPoint presentations are done and achieved excelling scores – Dental-related topics - Oral Lichen Planus, Osseous Surgery etc., Public Health topics -
- Performed volunteer leadership work and researched about many Public Health demands in relation to the dental field and have also worked to equalize the dental beneficiaries for both high as well as low communities.