Dental General Practice Residency

The General Practice Residency (GPR) is a one-year program based at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey (SJUMC).  The program is fully accredited by the ADA’s Commission […]

Residents have the opportunity to plan and conduct treatment under supervision at a well-equipped off-site dental center right across from the hospital main campus.  A portion of the clinical training

Dao A. Cao, DDS,Director General Practice Residency Program Thank you for your interest in the GPR program sponsored by St. Joseph’s University Medical Center. It is a great honor for

The department of Dentistry sponsors three CODA-approved advanced education programs.  The General Practice Residency (GPR) program: Enrolls and graduates four residents per year; Conducts training at St. Joseph’s University Medical

The General Practice Residency at SJUMC prepares its graduates to practice full scopes of general dentistry.  Our mission is to: Provide intensive and comprehensive training within all disciplines of general

Four general practice residents (GPRs) are enrolled each July. GPRs plan and conduct treatment under supervision at a well-equipped off-site dental center minutes from the hospital’s main campus. A portion

Hillel Ephros, DMD, MD, Chairman and Director, OMFS ProgramDao A. Cao, DDS, Director, GPR ProgramRana Loutfy, DMD, Associate Director, GPR Program General Practice Faculty Members: Edward Suchora, DMDThomas Gormley, DMDSue

Do GPR residents have to find their own patients? Residents do not need to find their own patients. Our hospital is located  in a diverse community with many dental needs.

Commission of Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association. To be considered for admission, applicants must be: Graduates of accredited institutions in the US or Canada; and Citizens of

For more information about the General Practice Residency program, curriculum, rotation schedule, or to schedule a tour of our facility, please do not hesitate to contact us. Dao A. Cao,