News - School of Dentistry

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Clark Browne enjoys giving back

Dr. Clark Browne grew up in Vincent, Ala., a small rural town just outside of Birmingham with a population of about 1400 at the time.

More Stories About Scotty: Dr. Peter Waite shares his memories

McIlwain named ‘Distinguished Alumnus’

Mark McIlwain, D.M.D., M.D., provided leadership in Alabama when the dental profession needed it most – to address the COVID-19 pandemic, while keeping patients and personnel safe and making it possible for practices and the school of dentistry’s clinics to reopen.

‘Outstanding Young Alumnus’ is active in community, organized dentistry

Michelle Dandridge, D.M.D., is active in her community, with organized dentistry, and with the School of Dentistry.

UAB to host in-person commencement at Legion Field on April 30, May 1

All 2020 graduates and spring 2021 graduates are invited to participate. Masks will be required, and there is no limit on guests; but everyone will need to be socially distanced. Parking will be free.

Student chapter hosts signature annual program

The Student National Dental Association (SNDA) chapter at UAB recently hosted one of the school’s leading diversity initiatives.

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Adolphus Jackson

West Princeton Dental Clinic PC, owned by Dr. Adolphus Jackson, sits quietly tucked away on the west side of Birmingham. It is located on the same property where an Italian-owned grocery store once stood in the West Princeton community where Dr. Jackson was raised.

UAB received more than $325 million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health in 2020

Research funding to UAB from the National Institutes of Health tops $300 million again.

UAB names 2021 President’s Diversity Champion Award winners

Established in 2006, the awards recognize employees, students and organizations that have helped create a more culturally diverse, inclusive university community through their achievements.

Give on March 4 and help UAB care for our community

Donations for Giving Day will make an impact on UAB’s efforts to fight COVID-19, care for pediatric trafficking survivors, support students, provide dental, medical and eye care to those in need, and more.

20 honored for elevating UAB’s shared values

This year, the new President’s Award for Excellence in Shared Values honors Blazers who demonstrated one or more of UAB’s shared values in the course of their work during the extraordinary times presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Stories About Scotty

School of Dentistry graduate, retired faculty member, and former Leadership Council member Dr. Wilson Wright, Jr. shares his “Stories About Scotty.”

Passing the baton: Leadership transitions in GPR and AEGD programs

The Russell Wing on the first floor of the UAB Hospital is a special place. Here, faculty and residents of the School of Dentistry’s General Practice Residency (GPR) and Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) programs provide dental care to medically complex patients of all ages.

Alumni association announces endowed scholarship fund in executive director’s honor

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Dentistry’s Alumni Association has established the Scott and Susan Huffman Endowed Scholarship Fund, named in honor of their executive director, J. Scott Huffman, and his wife Susan.

UAB dental student inspired by socio-cultural health course recognized in national diversity essay competition

The Clifton O. Dummett Sr. Essay Competition on Diversity in Dentistry & Dental Education announced the winning essayists on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2021. Jacob Martin, a first year D.M.D. student, won Magna Honors for his submission.

Charles A. “Scotty” McCallum, former UAB president, remembered

UAB’s third president, former Vestavia mayor provided “visionary leadership and dedication to our institution and our community.”

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Tom Willis – A Lifelong Learner

Each year, the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Dentistry graduates enter the field ready to put the knowledge and techniques learned over the previous four years to work. But for Dr. Tom Willis, who graduated from the School of Dentistry in 1977, the school provided him with much more than just dental skills.

Celebrating 31 years of service to the school

Dr. Madelyn Coar has been a valuable part of the School of Dentistry and the Department of Endodontics.

2020: The year in photos

Each year, UAB’s official photographers capture tens of thousands of images as they document the incredible variety of events and personalities that make up our community. Here are some of our favorite photos of some of the most dramatic months in UAB history.

Alumni Spotlight: The Orthodontist Who Never Graduated College – Dr. Paul Sproul

Dr. Paul Sproul, an orthodontist at Alabama Pediatric Dental Associates, has a master’s and a doctorate degree, but never actually graduated from an undergraduate program.

Mazer named Fellow of International College of Dentists, USA Section

Raquel Mazer, DMD, MS, MPH, has been honored as a Fellow of the International College of Dentists, USA Section, within the district encompassing Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi. She was sponsored by Dr. Toni Neumeier.

Student group carries on tradition of service

The Student National Dental Association (SNDA) chapter at UAB has a proud history of award-winning service.

Alumni Spotlight: Todd Chastain – A Family Man (with a House Divided!)

Dr. Todd Chastain is a big believer in family.

Celebrate UAB virtual commencement Dec. 11-12

UAB’s virtual commencement kit has everything Blazers need to celebrate online and at home, including a custom Spotify playlist, craft and food ideas, and digital goodies.

Alumni Spotlight: A Man of Service to Others, Dr. Ralph Kurry Wyatt

It doesn’t take long after meeting and speaking to Dr. Ralph Kurry Wyatt (‘73) to realize he is a fantastic storyteller, and he does not like to be bored.

Necessity is the mother of invention: Dentistry’s CE program launches virtual lineup amid pandemic

The courses and speakers were set. The contracts for venues were signed. The brochures were printed and ready to send. UAB School of Dentistry’s continuing education program was geared up for a busy, yet normal spring. That is, until the pandemic changed everything.

School’s fellows serve, empower vulnerable populations

Since the inaugural Alabama Schweitzer Fellows class kicked off in 2016, UAB School of Dentistry fellows have made the most of their time in the prestigious program. Though they use different tactics, their projects have one thing in common: improving oral health and overall health in vulnerable populations.

Alumni Spotlight: The Talented Dr. Kimbell

For more than thirty years, members of the UAB School of Dentistry Class of 1988 have gotten together in the heat of August to play in the Terry Barrett Golf Invitational, named after Dr. Terry Barrett, a fellow classmate who passed away in 1999. Dr. Frank Kimbell attends the tournament every year.

UAB School of Dentistry Alumnus’ Hound Dog Brings Joy to Patients

If Elvis Presley is the King of Rock and Roll, then Presley Pruitt is the Queen of the Dental Office.

How the Alumni Association Makes a Difference

I had the privilege of handing out t-shirts to third and fourth year students last Friday with Alumni Association President Bruce Camp, Dean Russ Taichman, and Alumni and Special Events Coordinator Abby Vinson.