Comparing Education Systems: Orthodontic Specialty Training in the Philippines and the United States
The future of the orthodontic profession is very promising. With the advent of temporary anchorage, 3D imaging, and the like, various aspects of diagnosis and treatment have been tremendously enhanced. Is our educational system able to keep up? This presentation will examine the similarities and differences of orthodontic education models in the Philippines and the United States. Pertinent issues surrounding accreditation standards for orthodontic programs in both countries will also be discussed. Having obtained her dental degree in the Philippines and receiving specialty training and currently teaching in the United States, Dr. Galang offers an unparalleled perspective of educational paradigms on either side of the Pacific.