Boston-India Symposium: Essential Interfaces in Public Health
How can U.S. academic institutions connect with their Indian counterparts to promote the application of public health knowledge? And what can U.S. academics learn from Indian colleagues that would made American initiatives relevant in solving global public health problems? ?Boston-India Symposium: Essential Interfaces in Public Health,? a groundbreaking international meeting convened on October 22 and 23, 2007, gathered scholars, professionals and students in public health, medicine, business, communications, technology, policymaking, international relations, and other areas to explore both the vast potential and possible pitfalls of India?s new public health vision. Read the Meeting Report and view video clips to learn more.
Dental Distance Education Program: Master of Science
In 2005, the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine launched a master's degree program through a long-distance learning format for dentists who want to further their education but cannot be physically present in the Boston area full time. This three-year program adheres to the same standards and requirements as all other master's degrees. The course work includes study of craniofacial pain, statistics, and epidemiology, review of scientific literature, technical writing and thesis work. Candidates have been enrolled from countries such as India, Italy, Canada and the United States.
Dental International Student Program
The Dental International Student (DIS) Program at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine began in 1956 to provide foreign-trained dentists with the education and experience required to practice dentistry in America. The program comprises five semesters of course work and clinical experience, including innovative courses in implantology and geriatric dentistry. Upon completion of the program, students receive a D.M.D. degree and are eligible for licensure to practice dentistry in the United States of America.
Dental Student Aid Trips
Under the guidance of the Public Health and Community Service department, Tufts dental students and faculty have the opportunity to travel internationally to provide dental services to underserved populations. These trips are organized for faculty and staff to broaden their horizons and practice dental medicine in differing areas of the world. Dental Missions serve to educate both the clinical skills and international views of students and faculty.
Office of International Affairs - Tufts University School of Medicine
The International Affairs Office provides orientation to all foreign students and scholars beginning at Tufts University Health Sciences campus or one of its affiliated hospitals. Foreign students and scholars are welcome to visit the IAO for assistance and advice. In addition, the IAO provides training opportunities for foreign health care professionals at Tufts affiliated hospitals, ranging from formal training to observation in various clinical and dental fields.
