Chris Pham DDS
About Chris Pham DDS
Chris Pham DDS is an Attending Pediatric Dentist at NYU Langone Health and a faculty member at UCSD Medical School, known for his dedication to improving pediatric dental care and mentoring pre-dental students.
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Chris Pham DDS currently holds the title of Attending Pediatric Dentist at NYU Langone Health. Additionally, he serves as Member Board Of Directors at Children's Dental Health Association and San Diego County Dental Society, where he is a Past President. He is the CEO, Clinical Director, and Founder of Pham Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics.
Education and Expertise
Chris Pham DDS has a robust educational background. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California San Diego. He then achieved his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. Specializing in Pediatrics, he obtained a Specialty Certificate from Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Later, he attended the Harvard Business School Club of San Diego, where he completed a Management Development Program in Executive Management.
Professional Background
Chris Pham began his career as a Financial Analyst at Cypress Semiconductor Corporation. He later founded Carmel Valley Pediatric Dentistry, where he worked as the Managing Dentist. Currently, he is the CEO, Clinical Director, and Founder of Pham Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. He also holds various advisory roles, including serving on the board of directors of the Children's Dental Health Association and the San Diego County Dental Society.
Academic Involvement
In addition to his professional duties, Chris Pham is actively involved in academic teaching and mentoring. He serves as faculty at UCSD Medical School in the department of preventative and family medicine, where he mentors pre-dental students. His engagement in academia extends to his alma mater and various institutions, contributing significantly to the field of dental education.
Community and Mission Work
Chris Pham is committed to improving dental care for children and participates in mission work abroad. He provides dental care to impoverished children in countries like Vietnam, Guatemala, and Mexico. His community involvement also includes strategic planning and implementation of processes to achieve organizational goals, especially in non-profit settings where he insists on data-driven decision-making.