Doctors
Education:
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Certificate in Periodontics (2001-2004), University
of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia. Trained in the
diagnosis, treatment planning and management of patients with a wide range
of periodontal and restorative needs incorporating dental implants,
adjunctive orthodontics and regenerative techniques. Taught Basic Clinical
Periodontics, evaluated dental students in management of periodontal
patients, and worked with restorative faculty in comprehensive dental care.
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D.M.D. (1999-2001), University of Pennsylvania
School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia. Graduated from the Program of
Advanced Standing (PASS) in a group practice clinical setting with an
emphasis on restorative dentistry involving a multi-disciplinary approach
and team-work.
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M.D.S. (1996-1998) (deferred), Government Dental
College and Hospital, Madras (Chennai), India. Completed over two years
of training in Periodontics at one of India’s top dental schools and
hospitals, with a focus on surgical management of moderate to advanced
periodontal disease.
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B.D.S. (1987-1992), Government Dental College and
Hospital, Madras (Chennai), India. Completed a four-year dental degree
program, followed by an intensive one-year internship with rotations in
various specialty clinics.
Work Experience:
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Periodontist and general dentistry at Quality
Health Center, Brooklyn, NY; (Sept 2004 - current); Advanced Dental
Care, Fairless Hills, PA (March ’05 – current)
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Lecturer and Clinical Instructor (1994-1996),
Saveetha Dental College and Hospital, Madras, India. Taught Oral
Pathology, Oral Medicine and Radiology to third- and fourth-year dental
students. Clinical instructor in Oral Diagnosis.
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Private Dental Practitioner (1994-1998). Established,
operated and managed a solo evening practice in Madras, India. General
practice that included crown and bridge, endodontics, adjunctive
orthodontics and minor oral surgical procedures.
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Dental Assistant / Apprentice (1992-1993). Worked at a
private practice specializing in Endodontics.
Research:
·
The Influence of Periodontal Disease and Immediate
Placement on Long-Term Implant Survival: A Retrospective Analysis (Oct.
2003). Inaugural presentation at the North-Eastern Implant Symposium
held in New York, NY, from research findings at a private periodontal
practice.
·
The Effect of Bisphosphonates in Reduction of Alveolar Bone
Loss: An Animal Study (1998). Towards requirements of a Master’s
Degree in Periodontics at Madras, India.
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SUMMARY
Over 25 years of
extensive dental, medical, and business experience. An accountable
Team oriented leader
with proven accomplishments in:
Diagnosis and Surgical
Treatment of:
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Maxillofacial
deformities
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Facial trauma repair
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Dental Implantology
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Office-based
delivery of local and intravenous anesthesia
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Treatment of major
and minor intra-oral, head, and neck infections
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Managerial
experience
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Biology-based
background
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Excellent fine motor
skills
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Robert C.
Miller D.M.D.
1244 Fort
Washington Avenue
Fort
Washington, PA 19034
October 1981
to present
Solo
Practice: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
James Byrne,
M.D., D.M.D.
Bethlehem, PA
June 1980-
September 1981
Associate
Practitioner: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
EXPERIENCE
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Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgeon
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Successful oral and maxillofacial surgeon
with extensive experience in clinical practice, possessing
a strong and diverse dental background.
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Broad clinical base in both
anesthesiology and oral and
maxillofacial surgery.
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Extensive experience and knowledge
in the use of analgesics,
anti-infectives, anti-emetic, local and parenteral anesthetics.
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Proven proficiency in emergency
situations.
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Over 20 years of experience in the
management of a large maxillofacial practice.
Responsibilities include recruiting,
training, performance management, and payroll of all personnel.
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Comprehensive
knowledge in the treatment of stress and
excellent interpersonal skills.
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Meticulous fine
motor dexterity and attention to detail.
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Successful execution of crisis-driven
decisions.
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Clinical experience covers office and
hospital-based surgery.
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Extensive experience in pain management.
Can provide
science-based responses to interdisciplinary teams. Expertise in
performing, but is not limited to, the following:
*Dentoalveolar
surgery
*Treatment of
pathological conditions
*Diagnosis
and correction of maxillofacial deformities
*Repair of
traumatic facial injuries
*Dental
Implantology
*Delivery of
local and intravenous anesthesia
*Treatment of
head, neck, and oral infections
*Biopsies
*Cosmetic
facial surgery
*Bone grafts
Managerial proficiency
in:
*Negotiation
and interactions with 3rd party health insurers
*Innovative
and educational programs for staff
*Contract
negotiations
*Directly
responsible for quality assurance
EDUCATION
Undergraduate Saint Joseph’s University
Philadelphia, PA
Sept. 1967-May 1971
B.S. (Biology) May 1971
Dental
School University of Pennsylvania
School of Dental Medicine
Philadelphia, PA
Sept. 1971-May 1975
Doctor of Dental Medicine, May 1975
Postgraduate General Practice Residency
Philadelphia General Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
June 1975-June 1976
Award: Resident of the Year
Postgraduate Residency in Anesthesiology
Philadelphia General Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
June 1976-June 1977
Postgraduate Residency in Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgery
Temple University Dental School
Philadelphia, PA
June 1977-May 1980
Board
Certification Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgeons
Dental
License Pennsylvania State Dental License
Number: DS019147-L
PROFESSIONAL
ORGANIZATIONS
American
Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
American
Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Montgomery
County Suburban Study Club
HOSPITAL APPOINTMENTS
Holy Redeemer
Hospital and Medical Center
Meadowbrook,
PA
Chestnut Hill
Hospital
Philadelphia,
PA 19118
CONFERENCES
General
Anesthesia Review, February 24-25, 2006
Certification
in ACLS and P.A.L.S., June 4-6, 2005
Advantages of
Short Implants, November 20, 2004
Safe and
Sound Practices in Contemporary Ambulatory Anesthesia, March 31, 2004
CPR
Re-certification, March 24, 2003
National Risk
Management Seminar, May 15, 2002
Anesthetic
Care of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Patient, May 15, 2002
Clinical and
Surgical Pathology-Current Classification and Treatment of
Selected Oral
Entities,
April 3, 2002
National Risk
Management Seminar, May 17, 2001
Advanced Bone
Graft Reconstruction for Implant Surgery, May 16, 2001
CPR
Re-certification, March 12, 2001
Current
Trends and New Advances in Implant Dentistry, November 2, 2000
Ambulatory
Anesthesia Review, May 17, 2000
National Risk
Management Seminar, May 13, 1999
Strategies to
Enhance Implant Position, Esthetics, and Success, April 17-18, 1999
CPR
Certification, March 16, 1999
Regenerative
Therapy: Present and Future, Dec. 5-7, 1997
National Risk
Management Seminar, May 17, 1997
Application
of Periodontal Surgical Techniques to the O.M.S., May 1, 1997
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Dr.
Cullen earned his college degree at the University of Pennsylvania and his
dental degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental
Medicine. After graduating from dental school, Dr. Cullen completed the
two-year orthodontic specialty program at the University of Pennsylvania
School of Dental Medicine, Department of Orthodontics.
In dental school, Dr.
Cullen graduated with highest scholastic honors and was inducted into the
University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine’s Honor Society as well
as the National Dental Honor Society. He received awards for excellence
from the Pennsylvania Academy of General Dentistry, the Oral Medicine
Society, the Crown and Bridge Society and the American Association of
Orthodontists.
Besides being a
practicing orthodontist, Dr. Cullen is also involved in orthodontic
education and research. He is an Assistant Professor of Orthodontics at the
University of Pennsylvania, Department of Orthodontics. There he is
responsible for training dentists so that they can become the orthodontic
specialists of the future.
Additionally, Dr. Cullen
is a member of the active surgical staff at Holy Redeemer Hospital and
Medical Center. He also serves as an executive officer of the Montgomery
Bucks Dental Society, the professional society of organized dentistry.
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