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American dentist and academic

Isabel Garcia is an American dentist and academic known for her contributions to dental public health and education. She has held various leadership roles in dental research and academia.

Early life and education[edit]

Isabel Garcia was born in the United States. She pursued her undergraduate studies in biology before attending dental school. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from a prestigious institution. Following her dental degree, she completed a Master of Public Health (MPH) to further her expertise in public health dentistry.

Career[edit]

Academic career[edit]

Garcia has held several academic positions throughout her career. She has been involved in teaching, research, and administration at various dental schools. Her work has focused on integrating public health principles into dental education and practice.

Research contributions[edit]

Garcia's research interests include oral health disparities, dental public health policy, and the integration of oral health into primary care. She has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and has been a speaker at national and international conferences.

Leadership roles[edit]

Garcia has served in leadership positions at several organizations, including the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR). Her leadership has been instrumental in advancing dental research and public health initiatives.

Awards and recognition[edit]

Throughout her career, Garcia has received numerous awards for her contributions to dentistry and public health. She is recognized as a leader in her field and has been honored by various professional organizations.

Personal life[edit]

Isabel Garcia is known for her dedication to mentoring young professionals in the field of dentistry. She is actively involved in community service and advocates for improved access to dental care for underserved populations.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Isabel Garcia''' is a renowned [[dentist]] and [[oral surgeon]] known for her significant contributions to the field of [[dentistry]]. She has held numerous leadership positions in the field, including serving as the Dean of the [[College of Dentistry]] at the [[University of Florida]].
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-== Early Life and Education ==
+'''Isabel Garcia''' is an American dentist and academic known for her contributions to dental public health and education. She has held various leadership roles in dental research and academia.
-Isabel Garcia was born and raised in [[New York City]]. She completed her undergraduate studies at [[Columbia University]], where she developed an interest in [[health sciences]]. She then pursued her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the [[New York University College of Dentistry]]. Following this, she specialized in [[Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery]] at the [[University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio]].
-== Career ==
+==Early life and education==
-Garcia began her career as an oral surgeon, focusing on the treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects in the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. She later transitioned into academia, where she has made significant contributions to dental education.
+Isabel Garcia was born in the United States. She pursued her undergraduate studies in biology before attending dental school. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from a prestigious institution. Following her dental degree, she completed a Master of Public Health (MPH) to further her expertise in public health dentistry.
-In 2015, Garcia was appointed as the Dean of the College of Dentistry at the University of Florida, becoming the first woman to hold this position. Under her leadership, the college has seen significant advancements in research, education, and patient care.
+==Career==
-== Contributions to Dentistry ==
+===Academic career===
-Garcia is known for her research in oral and maxillofacial surgery, particularly in the area of [[oral cancer]]. She has published numerous [[peer-reviewed]] articles and has been a keynote speaker at several international conferences.
+Garcia has held several academic positions throughout her career. She has been involved in teaching, research, and administration at various dental schools. Her work has focused on integrating public health principles into dental education and practice.
-She is also recognized for her efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion in dentistry. She has implemented several initiatives aimed at increasing the representation of underrepresented groups in the field.
+===Research contributions===
+Garcia's research interests include oral health disparities, dental public health policy, and the integration of oral health into primary care. She has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and has been a speaker at national and international conferences.
-== Awards and Recognition ==
+===Leadership roles===
-Over the course of her career, Garcia has received numerous awards and recognition for her contributions to dentistry. These include the [[American Dental Association]]'s Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Dental Education and the [[American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons]]' Donald B. Osbon Award for Outstanding Educator.
+Garcia has served in leadership positions at several organizations, including the [[National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research]] (NIDCR). Her leadership has been instrumental in advancing dental research and public health initiatives.
-== See Also ==
+==Awards and recognition==
+Throughout her career, Garcia has received numerous awards for her contributions to dentistry and public health. She is recognized as a leader in her field and has been honored by various professional organizations.
+==Personal life==
+Isabel Garcia is known for her dedication to mentoring young professionals in the field of dentistry. She is actively involved in community service and advocates for improved access to dental care for underserved populations.
+==Related pages==
 * [[Dentistry]]
-* [[Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery]]
+* [[Public health]]
-* [[University of Florida College of Dentistry]]
+* [[Oral health]]
+* [[National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research]]
-[[Category:Dentists]]
+[[File:Isabel_Garcia.jpg|thumb|right|Isabel Garcia]]
-[[Category:Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons]]
-[[Category:University of Florida faculty]]
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+[[Category:American dentists]]
+[[Category:American academics]]
+[[Category:Living people]]