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Introduction
The Orthodontic Externship offers dental students an opportunity to visit, observe and participate in the Virginia Commonwealth University Orthodontic Program. During the externship, students spend time in the clinic and attend class and seminars. Visiting students interact with orthodontic residents, faculty and staff and observe the unique teaching environment that VCU Orthodontics offers. The externship is a very dynamic and successful program. We have hosted more than 40 students from U.S., Canadian and foreign dental schools. Students considering a career in orthodontics are encouraged to visit our program, as the externship will provide them with a unique learning opportunity and an enjoyable experience.
The program can be custom-designed to fit the needs of students who are visiting. is the graduate program director and will assist you in organizing your externship at VCU School of Dentistry.
The program can be custom-designed to fit the needs of students who are visiting. Dr. Bhavna Shroff is the graduate program director and will assist you in organizing your externship at VCU School of Dentistry.
Externship Application Process
To apply for the externship, we require the following items:
- A letter of intent (include the desired length and time frame of the visit)
- An updated CV
- Proof of liability insurance from the dental school that the student is attending
These items should be sent or e-mailed to Dr. Bhavna Shroff. After review of your information, Dr. Shroff will set up a time for the externship that is most suitable to you. Candidates are responsible for making their own lodging arrangements. Darlene Johnson, executive administrative assistant for the Department of Orthodontics, can provide directions to our school and area hotel information upon request.
Requests are accepted only between Jan. 1 and Aug. 1 of each year for externships scheduled between March 1 and Aug. 31. Some times are not available in our schedule because of meetings and/or special departmental events. The externships are set on a “first come, first serve basis” and we have been able to accommodate most requests in the past.
We look forward to your visit and please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Shroff or Ms. Johnson if you have any questions.
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