Richard Harwood
Boca Raton
Summary
Retired Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with a strong background in advanced surgical techniques and a commitment to patient safety. Demonstrated success in mentoring junior surgeons and fostering effective communication within healthcare teams. Expertise in delivering comprehensive patient care through collaboration and leadership. Proven track record of enhancing surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Retired Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
self
Astoria
07.1981 - 10.2020
- Performed complex surgical procedures for oral and maxillofacial conditions.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Collaborated with dental teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and recovery protocols.
- Utilized advanced imaging technologies for accurate diagnosis and planning.
- Mentored junior surgeons and dental professionals in surgical techniques.
- Managed patient consultations and assessed treatment options thoroughly.
- Maintained detailed medical records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current with best practices in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery.
- Advocated for patient safety by adhering to established standards of practice while providing care in the operating room setting.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients requiring dental implants or other prosthetic devices to restore facial symmetry and function.
- Provided comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries, deformities, and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws, and associated structures.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments by monitoring outcomes over time.
- Cultivated relationships with referring dentists regarding diagnosis and treatment planning prior to referral.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for patients with complex conditions involving multiple medical specialties.
- Performed corrective jaw surgery to correct misalignments of teeth and jaws.
- Prepared patients for dental implants by performing tooth extractions, bone grafts and gum grafts to support sufficient bone and gum tissue.
- Surgically removed tumors and abnormal growths to identify and treat potentially cancerous oral tissue.
Education
Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeon - Oral Surgery
Catholic Med Center Of Brooklyn And Queens
Brooklyn And Queens NY06-1981
Doctor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
Howard University School Of Dentistry
Washington, DC06-1978
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY06-1974
Skills
- Surgical procedures expertise
- Treatment planning
- Advanced imaging techniques
- Patient consultations
- Continuing education
- Collaborative care coordination
- Referral relationship building
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Mentorship skills
- Oral surgery expertise
Certification
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Accomplishments
Graduated with Honors from Howard University School Of Dentistry
Affiliations
Avid Tennis Player 1978-2005
Timeline
Retired Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
self
07.1981 - 10.2020
Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeon - Oral Surgery
Catholic Med Center Of Brooklyn And Queens
Doctor of Dental Surgery - Dentistry
Howard University School Of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
Brooklyn College