Ruby Smith
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· **.****.*****@*****.*** · www.linkedin.com/in/rubysmithdentistry Hard working and patient-centered graduate from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine-Illinois. Particularly capable of scheduling, tracking recall, treatment plan presentation and professional etiquette. High level of academic honesty and presence. Academic History
Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine, Downers Grove, IL 2017- 2021 Doctor of Dental Medicine Candidate, Class Rank 33/129, GPA: 3.86 Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 2012, 2017 Undergraduate and graduate courses, GPA: 3.89
The University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 2012-2016
Bachelor of Arts Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Spanish Language Minor, GPA: 3.61 Universidad de Rosario, Rosario, Argentina 2015
Spanish immersion study abroad
Clinical Experience
Restorative, Prosthodontics (Fixed, Removable and Advanced), Endodontics (including molars and re-treatments), Laser certified, CAD CAM (E4D and CEREC), Implant Surgery to Final Restoration (Bicon), Oral Surgery (surgical extractions), Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, Nitrous Oxide Administration, Managing diverse patient population Professional Experience
Rick J. Smith, MD Plastic Surgery, East Lansing, MI 2012- Current Trained as a receptionist. Organized electronic medical records (NextGen) and schedule. Practiced telephone etiquette and OSHA/ HIPAA compliance. Currently working part-time and remotely to promote following on social media (Facebook and Instagram). Contact: Cheryl Sickles and Dr. Rick Smith, MD, FACS 517-***-**** Grace and Leedy Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, Lakewood, CO 2016- 2017 As the reception/scheduling coordinator, I had experience with Easy Dental, Demandforce, OSHA/HIPAA, recall, name recognition, treatment planning, submitting preauthorization/claims and calculating co-payment estimates.
Contact: Dr. Leana Grace, DDS and Dr. Mark Leedy, DDS 303-***-**** Balasz Family and Cosmetic Dentistry Charlevoix, MI Summer 2015, 2016 Learned 4-handed dentistry; assisted composites, full-mouth reconstruction, endo, etc. Paid attention to terminology, flow to the sterilization room, how to set up rooms, and utilize Dentrix. Had a hand in lab work and impressions.
Contact: Dr. Jay Balasz, DDS 231-***-****
The Crib and Tug Stuff, Leland (Fishtown), MI 2005-2014 Welcomed every customer. Had a passion for merchandising, ordering inventory and running daily operations. Managed employees and the schedules of the two stores. Contact: Chrissy Chatfield 231-***-****
Graduate Leadership
Cosmetic Dentistry Club: D1 Liaison/Vice-President/President/Secretary 2017- Current Tabled the Organization Fairs to garner interest and new members. Arranged cosmetic-related dinner/learn events for CDMI students to attend. Carried out five successful clothing fundraisers; the quarter zip and crewneck sweatshirts are ubiquitous among students and staff. Study Club Events Organized:
1. Dr. Sidharth Mohan, BDS MSD, CMDI faculty and private practice, “CAD/CAM Technology integrated into Dental Implant Treatment,” January 2021 2. Dr. Franz Weyandt, DDS, private practice, “Treatment Planning Esthetic Cases,” February 2020
3. Dr. Glen DeWeirdt, DDS, CMDI faculty and private practice, “Restorability of Endo Treated Teeth,” September 2019
4. Dr. Franz Weyandt, DDS, private practice, “Soft Tissue Architecture in the Anterior,” April 2019
5. Bruce Dominiak, Garrison Sales Representative, “Come Learn About the Garrison,” February 2018
6. Dr. Franz Weyandt, DDS, private practice, “Salivary Diagnostics,” May 2018 7. Dr. Glen DeWeirdt, DDS, CMDI faculty and private practice, “The Microscope in Dentistry,” April 2018
8. Robert Mopper, Cosmadent Restorative Dental Products VP of sales, “Anterior Composites,” January 2018
9. Dr. Franz Weyandt, DDS, private practice, “The Anterior Zone: Implants and Esthetics,” January 2018
10. Bill Mrazek B.SC, CDT, Lab Technician, “CAD CAM: From Start, to Trouble, to Finish,” December 2017
11. Dr. James Gavrilos, DDS, private practice,“Cosmetic Cases: The Art of Dental Esthetics,” November 2017
Advisor: Dr. Steven Palatinus, DDS, ******@**********.*** American Association of Women Dentists: D3/ D4 Representative 2019- Current AAWD liaison to the CDMI Executive Council. Attended monthly meetings to report on upcoming events and fundraisers. This collaborative setting allows for word to spread about events and campus enrichment opportunities.
Advisors: Dr. Kelli Christensen, DDS, MA ******@**********.*** and Dr. Asra Ali, DDS, ****@**********.***
D1 Liaison: Hispanic Student Dental Association 2017-2019 Attended CDMI Executive Council meetings to deliver the monthly organization report. Advisor: Dr. Mario Ramos, DDS, MS, ******@**********.*** Case Presentation
Maxillary Reconstruction Case Presentation 5/5/2021 Presented a case at the CDMI faculty meeting. Completed Maxillary Reconstruction case to open the vertical dimension and restore 12 crowns and 5 implant crowns using Plameca CAD CAM Software. Please inquire for a copy of the powerpoint presentation. Community Service
Operation Hope COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic, MWU-IL 3/26/2021, 4/5/2021 Administered over 40 COVID-19 vaccinations.
Great Shape! Inc. 1000 Smiles, Montego Bay, Jamaica August 2019 Dental Mission trip hosted by Xi Psi Phi Fraternity. Practiced clinical skills (prophy, restoration, and extraction (50)). Humbled to serve those with little or no access to care (1 dentist for every 100,000 people).
Snow Day, MWU-IL December 2018, 2019
Cosmetic Dentistry Club and CDMI class of 2021 representative. Encouraged children to make a snowman at the arts and crafts table.
Mini-Medical School, MWU-IL, CDMI November 2017, 2018 CDMI class of 2021 representative. Guided the pediatric and handpiece exercise stations. Answered questions and shared dental school experience with local high school students curious about the health sciences.
Halloween Fest, MWU-IL October 2017, 2019
Cosmetic Dentistry Club and HSDA representative for community outreach. Enjoyed seeing the children in their costumes, passed out candy and ran games. Special Recreation Association Valentine’s Dance, MWU-IL February 2019, 2020, 2021 Cosmetic Dentistry Club and American Association of Women Dentists representative to set up, run and break down the event. Enjoyed dancing and exchanging valentines with new friends. Paid Service
CDS Midwinter Meeting Room Chair February 2020
CDCA/ADEX Examiner Assistant/Runner February 2020
CDS Midwinter Virtual Meeting Student Model December 2020 Professional Affiliations
American Student Dental Association (ASDA) 2017- Current American Dental Association (ADA) 2017- Current
Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) 2017- Current
Chicago Dental Society (CDS) 2017- Current
Illinois State Dental Society (ISDS) 2017- Current Xi Psi Phi Fraternity, Beta Omicron Chapter (ZIPS) 2019- Current Delta Sigma Delta Fraternity, Alpha Omicron Chapter (DSD) 2019- 2020 Meetings Attended
ADEA Annual Session and Exhibition; Pre-dental conference; Denver, CO March 2016 Midwinter Meeting; Chicago Dental Society; Chicago, IL February 2019, 2020, 2021 Licensure and Boards
The Commission of Dental Competency Assessments (CDCA) Endodontic and Prosthodontic: Pass 10/13/2020
Diagnostic Skills Examination OSCE: Pass 5/27/2020 Endodontic and Prosthodontic: Pass 5/15/2019
Restorative and Periodontal Procedures: Pass 2/9/2021 National Board of Dental Examinations (NBDE)
Part I: Pass 1/4/2019
Part II: Pass 3/17/2020
Certifications
American Heart Association: Pediatric and Adult CPR/AED Issued September 2019 Laser Certification: 970 nm Diode and 2940 nm Er. YAG Issued May 2019 Honors and Awards
American College of Prosthodontists National Award 2021 In recognition for outstanding undergraduate achievement in the study of prosthodontics Award of Excellence, Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine- Illinois 2021 In recognition of excellent academic performance, consistent professional behavior, communication, leadership and service
CDMI Inaugural Class of 2015/Dean Lex MacNeil Scholarship 2020
“Given to one 3rd year dental student that has demonstrated accelerated skill and leadership within the classroom, clinic and extracurricular activities.” University of Colorado Chancellor’s Achievement Scholarship 2012-2016 University of Colorado Arts and Sciences Dean’s List 2012-2016 Applications
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Keynote, Outlook, Social Media, Paper and Electronic Medical Records (Dentrix, Axium, NextGen), Language: Spanish (basic conversation) Interests
Spending time with family, yardwork, being outside, skiing, cooking, cleaning, reading, sewing References
Dr. Kelli Christensen DDS, MA
CDMI Clinical Care Coordinator
Contact: ******@**********.*** – 224-***-****
Dr. Sidharth Mohan BDS, MSD Prosthodontics
CDMI Clinical Care Faculty
Contact: ******@**********.*** – 864-***-****
Dr. Drauseo Speratti DMD
Clinical Assistant Professor
Contact: ******@**********.*** – 781-***-****
Dr. Phil Schefke DDS
CDMI Clinical Care Faculty
Contact: ******@**********.*** – 708-***-****
Dr. Ingrid Schroetter
CDMI Clinical Care Faculty
Contact: ******@**********.*** – 773-***-****