SAILAJA SANDA

• Internationally trained dentist seeking to advance diagnostic skills and patient care through the International Dentist Program, emphasizing a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Possesses a teachable attitude with a focus on becoming a proficient diagnostician, dedicated to providing patient-oriented care and embracing the latest dental technologies.

Dental Assistant, Healing California, California,USA,08/03&04

• Volunteered at pixely union district with healing california served 51 patients.
• Assisted emergency extractions, restorations, adult prophylaxis with Dr Ryan and helped team to tear down.

Dental Assistant, UCSF - 07/31/24

• Volunteered at UCSF's Community Dental Clinic, assisting with dental restorations, adult prophylaxis, and extractions to improve patient care.
• Enhanced access to dental care for the underserved community by providing critical support alongside a dedicated team.

Hygiene Instructor, Bala Gurukulam Boarding School, Kadapa, India, 07/2018, 07/2019

• Taught about Oral hygiene instructions & brushing techniques on models., Dental screening for cavities.

SB hygiene kits and delivery- 08/08/24

• Collaborated with Simply Basics through VolunteerMatch to pack 500 hygiene kits for community distribution.
• Supported neighborhood welfare by ensuring essential hygiene supplies reached those in need efficiently.

AIDS walk san francisco-07/21/24

• Participated in a community walk across the Golden Gate Bridge, singing 'You'll Never Walk Alone' to promote unity and support.
• Contributed to fundraising efforts by personally raising and donating $150.

Diaster action team response, American Red cross- 06/20/24

• Assisted the Red Cross in Valley View by inspecting homes and categorizing damage in areas affected by hurricanes.
• Distributed $300 worth of Red Cross pamphlets and provided crucial support to community members during recovery efforts.

Meal loading for the senior program, North Texas Food Bank, Texas, 03/2024

• Collaborated with local community members to gather and distribute 371 food boxes to support individuals in need.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and community engagement by coordinating logistics for a week-long food donation event.

Blood donor Assistance, American Red Cross Society, 03/2024

• Volunteered with the Red Cross to manage data entry for blood donating and receiving patients, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in record maintenance.
• Educated patients on the blood donation process and provided comprehensive aftercare instructions, enhancing patient understanding and safety.

Lunch box Packing for kids, North Texas Community, 04/2024

• Packed 5,000 meal boxes at a food bank to support child hunger initiatives.
• Ensured each meal box met nutritional standards to promote healthy eating.

Anna Seva, Isha Foundation, Coimbatore, India, 11/2022.

• Volunteered at Isha during an auspicious event, assisting with guest seating and food service.

• Texas Registered Dental Assistant, TSBDE 08/2024
• BLS Provider (CPR&AED), American Heart Association, 02/2024
• General Dental Surgeon, Andhra Pradesh, India, 08/2018

36th AP State Dental Conference, Vijayawada, India, 10/2015

• Scholarship Merit, Dr. NTR Institute of Health & Sciences, Awarded for achieving the top rank in the state entrance exam, reflecting academic excellence.
• Silver Medal, District Collector, Honored for a poster presentation on 'Tobacco Cessation aids' during International OMFS day, a proud recognition supported by school's dean, underscoring the significance of the contribution to public health initiatives.

MRONJ Poster Presentation at UCSF Regional day based on 2021 update AAMOS Paper Position.

36th Indian Dental Association, Andhra Pradesh State Dental Conference, Vijayawada, India, 10/2015

• Anatomical Landmarks of Edentulous Jaws.

• Exploring new ways to conserve tooth structure, 1.5 points, 08/13/24
• Interprofessional Perinatal Oral Health Summit, 3.5 points, 06/11/24
• Dental Assistant Registration course, 8 points, 01/02/24
• Bench /Hand skill course, 32points, 05/03-06
• Hand on Basic Implantology course, 09/26/2022, 09/28/22

• Proficient in Telugu
• English
• Hindi

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