BUFFALO,
N.Y., March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently
featured in The Inner Circle, Kathryn M.
Pawlak, DDS, FICD is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Lifetime
Member for her contributions in Advancing Pediatric Dentistry
through Education and Compassionate Care.
Dr. Kathryn M. Pawlak is a
renowned pediatric dentist dedicated to enhancing dental care and
education. With a distinguished career spanning multiple regions
including Buffalo, NY;
Baltimore, MD; and the
Greater New York area, Dr. Pawlak
has made significant contributions to pediatric dentistry, through
education, outreach, and direct patient care.
Her educational background includes a BS in Spanish with a minor in
health professions from Hobart and William Smith College. She earned her DDS from the
University of Maryland, School of
Dentistry, and completed a pediatric dental residency at the
University of Buffalo. Dr. Pawlak
is board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
During her pediatric dental residency, she found a passion for
compassionate care, particularly in collaboration with hematology
and oncology teams to ensure comprehensive patient support.
Dr. Pawlak is affiliated with several prestigious
organizations, including the International
College of Dentists, the American Dental Educators
Association, and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists. She is
also the founder of Planet Smilez, a non-profit organization
dedicated to creating educational opportunities for students
pursuing careers in dentistry. Her commitment to the field has been
recognized with numerous awards, including the American Academy of
Pediatric Dentistry Resident Recognition Award and the Pugh
Scholars Award for achieving a top 3% score on the pediatric board
exam.
In addition to her clinical and educational roles,
Dr. Pawlak serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at NYU
College of Dentistry and is the President of Planet Smilez. Her
contributions to the field have been honored by national
organizations including the Hispanic Dental Association, American
Dental Education Association and the Delta Dental Foundation. Dr.
Pawlak's career is marked by her dual focus on patient-centered
care and the education of future dental professionals through
creation of pathways programs for youth from dental health
professional shortage areas with her programs called the
Discovering Dentistry Camp and Discovering Dentistry Symposium. As
a member of the Dean's Faculty at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, she
works to advance oral health education of the community through
outreach involving youth of the community and mentoring
students.
Dr. Pawlak's future vision includes expanding the impact of
Planet Smilez, advancing educational outreach. Her philosophy
emphasizes connecting with the community and advancing the field of
pediatric dentistry through education, mentorship, and
outreach.
Contact: Katherine Green,
516-825-5634, editorialteam@continentalwhoswho.com
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