Associate Dentist

L. Sue Dobbs, D.D.S.

Kansas City, Missouri• ***********@***.***.*** • 816-***-****

Curriculum Vitae

Experienced, skilled and personable Dentist with years of experience providing world-class general dentistry services to patients of all ages – from children to seniors. Adept at meticulously and calmly managing multiple, concurrent priorities with ease and grace. Exceptional listening, interpersonal and speaking skills -- able to explain processes, procedures and information in a clear and succinct manner. Proficient at establishing trust and building long-term relationships with patients. Passionate about the field of dentistry and helping others embrace choices and implement oral hygiene habits that lead to a lifespan of excellent oral health and wellness. EDUCATION

Doctor of Dental Surgery, UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI Kansas City, Missouri Master of Science in Public Health, UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI Columbia, Missouri Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene, UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI Kansas City, Missouri EXPERIENCE

Staff Dentist, 10+ years

DR. SUSAN WIDICK GENERAL DENTISTRY, Independence, Missouri SMILE AMERICA PARTNERS, Independence, Missouri

TRUMAN MEDICAL CENTER LAKEWOOD DENTAL DEPARTMENT, Kansas City, Missouri Consistently demonstrate an unwavering standard of excellence and quality in providing thorough, general dental services to a portfolio of overflow patients at Dr. Widick’s family dentistry practice. Also, currently providing gentle and comprehensive dental services to school children at public schools throughout the community as a Dentist with Smile America Partners – the world’s leading Dental Service Organization specializing in portable and mobile dentistry. As one of 13 full-time Dentists at the Truman Medical Center, created long-lasting patient relationships and saw repeat patients who scheduled and maintained regular appointments for restorative care and fixed and removable prosthodontics; while the portfolio of patients was diverse, 60% were under the age of 18, and 10% were from long- term care facilities. Through all dental care services:

Calmly and compassionately explain procedures and processes to patients to help them feel less anxious about what can often be a stressful experience for some patients.

Educate patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques, dental heath, periodontal maintenance and preventive care.

Consistently demonstrate an ability to handle a great deal of autonomy while working as an integral member of a professional dental healthcare team.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Associate Dentist, KANSAS CITY DENTAL PRACTICE Kansas City, Missouri Adjunct Professor of Dentistry, UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI: Kansas City School of Dentistry and Cabot Clinic Dental Health Specialist and Health Educator, MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Dental Consultant, U.S. PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE: Head Start Programs PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

American Dental Association

Missouri Dental Association

Season Underwriter, Board of Trustees, Greater Kansas City Dental Society

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