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University of Pikeville Names New Dean for Tanner College of Dental Medicine
The University of Pikeville has named a new Dean for the Tanner College of Dental Medicine. Owner and operator of the Centre for TMJ Disorders in Pikeville, Jill Keaton, has been appointed to the position. Keaton entered the role on November 4th and is ready to provide her skill set to the university.
Impact on Eastern Kentucky and Central Appalachia
Establishing the Tanner College of Dental Medicine in Eastern Kentucky will impact the region. The university is collaborating with area stakeholders to start the school and will deliver a robust curriculum for students pursuing pre-doctoral dentistry degrees.
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The university aims to educate students and employ individuals who support the dental school. Staff, faculty, and workers in dispensaries and radiology will be hired, creating a positive impact in Central Appalachia.
Enrollment Plans for 2025
Those interested in attending Tanner College are expected to enrol in 2025. Keaton’s focus is on the success of her students.
“We expect or anticipate enrolling our first cohort of students in 2025. That will be pending accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation, but that is our goal, and we look forward to admitting that first group of students, and then building on our successes and the successes of the College of Optometry and Osteopathic Medicine, and letting that be one more element that we can offer services to patients.”
This report is brought to you by Nick Colum for Mountaintop News.
FAQ
Who has been named the new Dean of the Tanner College of Dental Medicine? Jill Keaton, owner and operator of the Centre for TMJ Disorders in Pikeville, has been appointed to the position.
When did Jill Keaton enter the role? She entered the role on November 4th.
When will the first cohort of students enrol? The first cohort of students is anticipated to enrol in 2025, pending accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Where is the Tanner College of Dental Medicine located? It is located at the University of Pikeville in Eastern Kentucky.
What positions will be hired in addition to faculty? Staff members, along with individuals working in dispensaries and radiology, will be hired in support of the dental school.
Conclusion
The University of Pikeville has taken a major step forward in expanding healthcare education in Eastern Kentucky with the appointment of Jill Keaton as the new Dean of the Tanner College of Dental Medicine. With plans to enrol the first cohort in 2025 and create new opportunities for faculty, staff, and students alike, the college is set to make a meaningful impact across Central Appalachia. Alongside the College of Optometry and Osteopathic Medicine, the Tanner College of Dental Medicine promises to strengthen healthcare services and education throughout the region.
