EDUCATION

University of Tennessee Health Science Center 2016 - 2020

Doctor of Dental Surgery Candidate

GPA: 3.60

University of Georgia 2011 - 2015

Bachelor of Sciences

Major: Biology

Cum Laude Graduate

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

UTHSC College of Dentistry Employee June 2018-2019

Emergency Oral Surgery Clinic Worker

Employed by UTHSC to work the Emergency Oral Surgery Clinic during holiday breaks.

Performed appropriate problem-oriented history and physical examination.

Formulated differential diagnosis with appropriate prioritization and treatment

Demonstrate proficiency in but not limited to suturing and wound care and acute pain management

Mid-South Mission of Mercy January 2020

Dental Volunteer

Performed oral surgery procedures and provided dental care for patients in need.

LEADERSHIP

American Student Dental Association July 2016 - Present

Class Representative

Elected position voted on by peers

Helped plan and orchestrate UTHSC College of Dentistry ASDA events

Notified all active members of upcoming meetings and events

Served as a liaison between the ASDA executive committee and class of 2020

Guest Speaker for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation December 2018

20th Annual Wine and Roses Gala (Atlanta, Ga)

Asked to give bid speech for the 20th Annual Wine and Roses Gala

Wine and Roses Gala is an auction held to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Over $700,000 raised in one night.

Guest Speaker for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation December 2019

John Driskell Hopkins' Sounds of the Season Concert & Brunch (Atlanta, Ga)

Asked to speak at the 2nd Annual John Hopkin’s Brunch

The Sounds of the Season Concert and Brunch is an event held to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Over $10,000 raised

UTHSC College of Dentistry Employee 2019-2020

Tutor

Employed to tutor first and second year dental students with lab work

Met with students weekly to give advice, tips and support on the curriculum of their choice.

AWARDS AND HONORS

Elizabeth Nash Foundation Scholarship 2016

Recipient

This scholarship committee takes into consideration each applicant’s scholastic record, character, demonstrated leadership, service to CF-related causes and the broader community, and need for financial assistance.

Dean James T. Ginn Scholarship Award 2019

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Established in honor of former Dean James T. Ginn by Dr. & Mrs. Perry Brickman, the Ginn Scholar is a dental student who ranks in the top third of his/her class. Financial aid may be considered.

Breathe Strong Grant 2019

Recipient

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Student Dental Association July 2016 – Present

Xi Psi Phi Dental Fraternity July 2016 – Present

Advanced Prosthodontic Clinic Member January 2020- Present

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Mid-South Mission of Mercy – Dental Provider January 2020

Target House at St. Jude Children’s Hospital – Volunteer January 2019

Memphis Police Department Back to School Health Fair August 2018

ADDITIONAL INVOLVEMENT

College of Dentistry Interview Day – Tour Guide August 2018

College of Dentistry Interview Day – Student Representative October 2017

College of Dentistry Interview Day – Student Representative September 2017 College of Dentistry Interview Day – Student Representative August 2017

PUBLICATIONS

“DMD vs DDS: Does it Divide a Dental Community” Article published in the Summer 2018 Tennessealant

by UTHSC ASDA

John S. Pickering

172 Woodcliff Drive Suwanee, Ga 30024

Email: adcw8b@r.postjobfree.com Phone: 770-***-****

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