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How has COVID-19 and other pandemics of the past impacted the dentistry profession?
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
Many dental professionals are discussing the 'COVIDfied future' of dentistry. The Admissions Committee at Columbia University CDM wants evidence that you maintain an interest in current events and other conversations that may impact your future as a dental professional. Discuss what you know about the impact of health pandemics and how they leave an imprint on the dental and oral health profession.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"COVID-19 and other pandemics have left a significant impact on the dentistry profession, including how we treat patients, the increased demand for clean air technology in dental offices, the increased demand and risk put on support staff, and PPE supply and demand. One significant impact that interests me most is how we will triage patients, ranking their needs from elective care to emergency care. For instance, during the COVID-19 quarantine time, when most dentists were forced to shut down and stop offering regular cleanings and general care, many practices were forced to determine better what qualified a patient for acute care. I look forward to learning about the long-term impact as I dive deeper into the dentistry profession."
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