Michael Dean, DMD, Associate Professor of Dentistry Dr. Michael Dean is a dedicated dental professional and educator with a career spanning over three decades. A native of Buckley, Washington, Dr. Dean earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Washington University in St. Louis and completed a General Practice Residency at the VA Medical…Continue Reading Winter 2025 New SDM Team Members
The purpose of the Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences – School of Dental Medicine (SDM) Leadership Council is to support the school’s mission and vision through education, advancement and philanthropy. The Leadership Council is a group of trusted advisors who represent a wide range of professions and vocations and are committed to the SDM’s…Continue Reading Winter 2025 SDM Leadership Council Spotlight
The Yakima Valley College (YVC) Dental Hygiene Program recently visited PNWU for a campus tour. On two different dates the group, which included junior and senior students, as well as faculty members Ms. Lacey Webber, Ms. Deborah Gould, and Ms. Jaclyn Johnson, had the opportunity to explore the innovative Washington State Dental Association Simulation Lab….Continue Reading Winter 2025 SDM in the Community
Tami Anderson, BASM, Assistant Director of Clinical Operations Tami Anderson was born in Anchorage, Alaska, and grew up in Selah, Washington. After working for several years as a Certified Medical Assistant in a hematology-oncology practice, she decided to go back to college. Her two sons, who were young at the time, were her motivation and…Continue Reading Winter 2025 SDM Team Spotlight
Yakima Valley College Dental Hygiene Program Yakima Valley College has prepared dental hygienists since 1968 and in 2016 transitioned to a Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene (BASDH) program that is accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation. The mission of YVC’s program is to educate a group of diverse dental…Continue Reading Winter 2025 SDM Partner Spotlight
Welcome to the School of Dental Medicine’s winter newsletter for 2025. We have had a busy few months since our last update! On December 13th, we sent acceptance offers to applicants for the Class of 2029. I was honored to call each one and share the good news in person. Accepted applicants had until the…Continue Reading Winter 2025 Dean’s Message
Empowering athletes, inspiring future doctors, and building a community that thrives on and off the field. As PNWU students pursue our mission, they often deepen their connection with the communities we serve. Take, for instance, an assortment of students from PNWU’s health sciences programs who have dedicated their time and hearts to Special Olympics Yakima….Continue Reading Beyond the Field: PNWU Students Inspire Lasting Impact on Special Olympics Yakima
As a clinician, Dr. Brad Callan spent more than two decades treating neck and back pain. Now an Assistant Professor in PNWU’s School of Physical Therapy, he’s utilizing that experience to reshape the way we approach recovery after a motor vehicle crash. His recent study, published as part of his dissertation work, highlights an often-overlooked factor…Continue Reading PNWU Professor’s Research Sheds New Light on Recovery after a Car Crash