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Special needs dentistry has been a part of the school for over 40 years and the Center for Patients with Special Needs will provide a dedicated space for the treatment of a greater number of patients. The primary goals of the center are to provide treatment to patients with special needs while training future dental professionals in this specialized field. This also will expand the pool of future care providers for this underserved population. State and local government officials as well as leaders at the University and members of the media will be invited to attend.
The picture above includes Dr. Erik Scheifele, director of the Center for Patients with Special Needs and director of the Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program and Ms. Dee Delaney, executive director of the FISA Foundation during a recent visit to the dental school.
Many individuals and organizations have contributed to the growth and support of the Center for Patients with Special Needs. A University capital allocation was provided for the renovation of the new space on the third floor of Salk Hall. Among the contributors are Women’s Auxiliary to the Odontological Society of Western Pennsylvania, Islam Grotto, Special Olympics Special Smiles, FISA Foundation, Achieva, The Herbert G. Feldman Charitable Foundation, The Edith Trees Charitable Trust, The International College of Dentists, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania, and individual alumni donors.
