DR. HAZEL ORENGO SIMILA MSC, (LON);BDS, (NBI)

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1 University of Nairobi - School of Dental Sciences Off Argwings Kodhek Rd, opp Lee Funeral Home. Dental Plaza, Door 1, Ground Floor. P.O BOX Nairobi, Kenya hsimila@yahoo.com, simila@uonbi.ac.ke DOB: 5 th June, 1980 DR. HAZEL ORENGO SIMILA MSC, (LON);BDS, (NBI) Professional Status; Dentist & Dental Biomaterials Scientist Current Position; Lecturer, Department of Conservative and Prosthetic Dentistry. PERSONAL SUMMARY I aim to serve the best way I can and to deliver nothing short of excellence. I am a good communicator, a team player, and nothing inspires me more than information exchange. I am passionate about the science behind dental materials and new trends in medical education, with a focus on dental teaching. I hope to inspire students to be the best dentists they can be and to be a model to them, of what excellent, compassionate and dedicated dental care is all about. SKILLS ABILITIES & Specialized knowledge of dental materials composition, properties, evaluation and selection. Teaching of Dental Biomaterials Science Clinical supervision of conservative dentistry. General diagnosis, treatment planning and execution of all round basic dental care. Conceptualizing, designing and execution of lab based/clinical or social research Counselling and mentoring of undergraduate students Basic small office management and record keeping

2 EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Teaching Experience: 1. Lecturer Department of Conservative and Prosthetic Dentistry, University of Nairobi Dental School Present 2. Tutorial Fellow, Department of Conservative and Prosthetic Dentistry, University of Nairobi Dental School Teaching duties: The teaching Science of Dental Biomaterials to Level II and Level III students; Clinical supervision of Level III and IV students carrying out restorative dental treatment; Setting, invigilation and marking of Dental Biomaterials CATs and examinations. Compiling and analysis of student lecture attendance. Analysis of student feedback on lecturer evaluations Participation in decentralized teaching duties as part of the Medical Education Prime K Initiative Designing and rolling out of a new Dental Materials logbook for undergraduate students. Revision of Dental Materials practical manual Supervision of undergraduate research projects Non- teaching duties Administrative Experience as Acting Chairman, Department of Conservative and Prosthetic Dentistry 11 th April, th May-2016 Research conceptualization, design, execution and publication. Membership and contributions to the following committees:- School Monitoring and Evaluation Committee for School Strategic Plan School Library Committee Disposal Committee Dental Officer in Charge, Kangundo District Hospital Management of both adult and pediatric patients presenting with various oral health issues. Conducting oral health outreach programs with a focus on mothers attending the antenatal clinic. Directing the procurement of dental materials and equipment for the dental clinic Page 2

3 Representative of the dental department at the Hospital Management Board Dental Officer, Siaya District Hospital and Yala Sub-district Hospital Management of both adult and pediatric patients presenting with various oral health issues. Conducting oral health outreach programs Directing the procurement of dental materials and equipment for the dental clinic Dental Intern, Machakos District Hospital & Kenyatta National Hospital History taking, examination, diagnosis and treatment of patients presenting with oral diseases and conditions. EDUCATION Currently Enrolled for an online Masters in Health Professionals Education offered by Suez Canal University, Egypt & Maastricht University, Netherlands Provisionally registered for a PhD- Dental Materials at the University of Nairobi. Queen Mary University of London London, United Kingdom Attained a Master s Degree in Dental Materials Science (MSc) Passed with an overall Distinction. University of Nairobi Nairobi, Kenya Earned a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)degree Lugulu Girls High School Webuye, Kenya Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Attained an overall grade A- Best student with A in Biology, Chemistry and English LECTURE PRESENTATIONS ON INVITATION 2015: The Resin Composite GIC Continuum. CPD event at Gertrude s Children Hospital. 9 th June, 2015 Making Clinical Decisions on Direct Tooth Coloured restorative Materials: Knowledge of the GIC- Resin Composite Continuum. KDA CPD. Panafric Hotel. 9 th,july, Page 3

4 CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS & PROFESSIONAL MEETINGS ATTENDED 2015: International Association of Dental Research conference. Boston, Massachusettes 11 th 14 th March, : Research and Grant Proposal Writing Course, Chrome Centre, Chiromo, Nairobi 2 nd 6 th February, : Division of Biomaterials Science practical manual and log book workshop review. Wednesday 21 st January Urban Coffee Restaurant - Lenana Road, Nairobi 2014: Kenya Dental Association annual conference, Panafric Hotel, Nairobi 30 th October 1 st November, : E-learning materials writing workshop organized by the Centre for Online and Distance Learning at KWSTI Naivasha, Kenya 26 th -30 th October, : Kenyatta National Hospital, UON College of Health Sciences Symposium at the UON College of Health Sciences, Kenyatta Campus 4 th July, : International Association of Dental Research General session and exhibition in Capetown, South Africa 24 th -28 th June, : Prime (K) review meeting at Maanzoni Lodge 25 th -29 th May, : Tutors orientation workshop for face to face and online tutoring organized by the Centre for Online and Distance Learning at the UON, Chiromo campus 20 th -22 nd May, : E-learning materials writing workshop organized by the Centre for Online and Distance Learning at KWSTI Naivasha, Kenya 10 th - 16 th June, : E-learning materials writing workshop 26 th to 30 th March At Kenya School of Law Karen. Facilitated by Centre for Online and Distance Learning, University of Nairobi. 2011: Attended the UON College of Health Sciences 1 st Annual International Scientific Conference. Nairobi - 15 th - 17th June : KDA IADR Annual Conference Crowne Plaza Hotel, Nairobi 21 st - 23 rd October : KMWA annual general meeting at Intercontinental Hotel Nairobi 2008: KMWA annual general meeting at Panafric Hotel Nairobi Page 4

5 2008: American Dental Association annual session San Antonio, Texas- 16 th -19 th October, CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TALKS ATTENDED CADCAM Presentation and Live Demo by Eurodent held at the University of Nairobi Dental School 19 th February, 2016 Implant Complications in the Aesthetic Zone held at the University of Nairobi Dental School -12 th February, 2016 The Effects Of Incorrect Oral Muscle Function on Health and Occlusion at Gertrude s Children Hospital, Nairobi 20 th Jan, Rotary Endodontics course at Gertrude s Children Hospital, Nairobi 17 th Sept, 2015 Various tooth anomalies and mineralization disturbances held at UNIMAS SDS on 17/04/15. Presenter: Prof Dorte Hanbek from Denmak Simplified Endodontics Using Ni-Ti Technology Gertrude s Children Hospital, Nairobi 15 th April, 2015 Safe Sedation Training: Gertrude s Children Hospital, Nairobi 24/11/ /11/ 2014 Teeth or Implants: The Better Option: Kenya Dental Association CPD Talk, at Panafric Hotel 24/07/2014 Recent Advances In Endodontics: Kenya Dental Association CPD Talk, at Panafric Hotel 12/06/2014 Management Of Furcation Involvement ; Kenya Dental Association CPD talk,at Panafric Hotel, Nairobi - 10/04/2014 Local Anesthetic Agents Kenya Dental Association CPD talk, at Panafric Hotel, Nairobi - 24/04/2014 New Trends in Composite and Adhesive Technology Kenya Dental Association CPD talk, at Harley s Ltd, Nairobi - 20/02/2014 New Caries Detection, Classification and Management System University of Nairobi, Dental School - 27/02/2014 Periodontally Assisted Osteogenic Tooth Movements - University of Nairobi, Dental School - 27/02/ Sensitization seminar on Practitioners Engaged in Applied Research and learning (PEARL); The Bart s and London School Of Dentistry, London - 13/02/2013 Page 5

6 Restorative seminar on clinical trial of Biodentine cement; The Bart s and London School of Dentistry, London 20/02/2013 New trends in imaging in oral tissues; Dental Physical Sciences Unit, The Bart s and London School of Dentistry, London 28/03/ Update on Dentine Hypersensitivity. Offered by Glaxo Smithkline at the University of Nairobi, Dental School 02/05/2012 Laser Supported Dentistry CPD at the University of Nairobi, Dental School 07/07/2011 Attended a seminar on Antibiotic Management of Periodontitis Seminar on the multidisciplinary management of a 24 year old female with amelogenesis imperfecta, at School of Dental Sciences, Unimars Lecture- 25/05/ Orthodontic management of Cleft Lip and Palate Patients. Attended a seminar on Pediatric Anesthesia and Sedation. Gertrude s Garden Children Hospital. 05/2011 Development of Mineral Trioxide Aggregate UNIMARS Lecture Theatre, School of Dental Sciences, University of Nairobi. 08/2009 Indirect Composite &Porcelain Restorations. UNIMARS Lecture Theatre, School of Dental Sciences, University of Nairobi. 21/08/2009. Attended a seminar on Current developments of Glass Ionomer Restorations. Gertrude s Garden Children Hospital. 05/2009 Current Research Interests DENTAL RESEARCH ACTIVITY & PUBLICATIONS Innovative and bioactive dental restorative materials Recycled plaster of Paris and other gypsum dental products Medical education/dental teaching. Publications in Peer Reviewed Journals Kagereki E, Gakonyo, Simila H.O (2016). Significance bias: an empirical evaluation of the oral health literature. BioMed Central Oral Health. 16(53) DOI: /s x Page 6

7 Maina S.W, Nyaga J.M, Kisumbi B, Kassim A.B, Dienya T.M, Simila H.O(2015). Is the Safety of Dental Amalgam Still in Question? A Literature Review. African Journal of Oral Health Sciences. 2(2):3-9 Simila H.O, Karpukhina N, Hill RG, Bushby A (2014). Bioglass Incorporation into Biodentine: Impact on Biological and Physical Properties. Journal of Dental Research; Vol 93 (Special Issue B): Abstract No (available Kisumbi, B.K, Alubale E.A, Simila H.O, Gathece L.W, Amisi S.K. (2011). Indications for initial placement and replacement of amalgam and composite restorations; African Journal of Oral Health Sciences. 6(1): Amisi, S.K, Wilson VJ, Kisumbi B.K, Simila H.O, Wamalwa P.W. (2010). Pre-Extraction Photographs in the Selection of Artificial Teeth; Journal of Kenya Dental Association. 1(4): Publication of Chapters in E-modules 1. Simila H.O, Osiro O.A, Kisumbi B.K. (2013) VDS 290: Part I Module I. Basic Scientific Principles of Dental Biomaterials e-learning module developed for the School of Dental Sciences in Collaboration with Centre for Open and Distance Learning, University of Nairobi. Available: 2. Kisumbi B.K, Simila H.O, Osiro AO (2013) VDS 290: Part I Module II. Auxilliary Dental Materials. E-learning module developed for the School of Dental Sciences in Collaboration with Centre for Open and Distance Learning, University of Nairobi. Available: 3. Osiro OA, Simila H.O, Kisumbi BK (2013) VDS 290: Part I Module III. Direct Restorative Materials. E-learning module developed for the School of Dental Sciences in Collaboration with Centre for Open and Distance Learning, University of Nairobi. Available: Publication of Thesis Simila H.O (2013) Incorporation of Strontium and Fluoride containing Bioglass into Biodentine: Impact on Bioactivity, Radiopacity, Compressive Strength and Setting Time. A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements of Queen Mary, University of London for the degree of Master of Science, Dental Materials. London. United Kingdom. Postgraduate students research projects supervision as external supervisor 2016: Silas M. Toka: Marginal Fit of Cast Metal Crown Copings Fabricated after Investing with Different Phosphate-Bonded Investment Materials Undergraduate students research projects supervision as external supervisor 2016: Julie Gichuhi: Knowledge and Perceptions about Mercury Toxicity Associated With Dental Amalgam and the Global Phasedown among Dental Patients Page 7

8 2016: Eric Kibet: E-Learning Satisfaction Among The Students Taking Online Dental Courses at The School Of Dental Sciences, University Of Nairobi 2012: Marya: A Dental Fear and Anxiety 2012: Mugo Michael Gichora: Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Tooth Whitening Methods among Patients Visiting UON Dental Hospital Conference presentations: Kisumbi B.K, Simila O.H, Omondi B.I, Nyagah J (2015) Choice of Impression Materials and Techniques by Dentists. 33rd Kenya Dental Association Annual Scientific Conference & Exhibition. 19 th 21 st November, 2015, Boma Inn, Eldoret, Kenya Osiro O.A, Kisumbi, B.K, Simila O.H (2015) Categories of Direct Restorative materials and their selection by dentists in Kenya. 33rd Kenya Dental Association Annual Scientific Conference & Exhibition. 19 th 21 st November, 2015, Boma Inn, Eldoret, Kenya Simila H.O, Karpukhina N, Hill RG, Bushby A (2014) Incorporation of Strontium and Fluoride containing Bioglass into Biodentine: Impact on Biological and Physical Properties. 28th June, 2014, Capetown International Convention Centre, Capetown, South Africa Kisumbi BK, Maina SW, Simila H.O, Kassim B.A, Dienya T.J, Osiro A.O, Kinoti M and Gathece LW. Dental amalgam: her true story and best management practice. 30th Kenya Dental Association Conference & Exhibition, 11th to 13th October, 2012, Panafric Hotel Nairobi, Kenya Unpublished work. Undergraduate research work on occupational health hazards among dentists. AWARDS Dean s Research Committee Grant April 2015 Prime K Mentored Seed Project Grant February, 2015 Prime K Scholarship to pursue a Joint Masters in Health Professions Education August 2014 OTHER ACTIVITIES RELATED TO PROFESSION Guest on Family TV s Doctors on Call Program - 15 th July, Guest on Family TV s Doctors on Call Program - 30 th April, Career guidance to the students of Nairobi Pentecostal Church (NPC) Buruburu Boys Academy 5 th July, Page 8

9 Collaborative dental health talk to the Rotary Club of Langata with the aim of partnering to provide free dental care to children 9 th October, Participation in a 3week A-traumatic Restorative Therapy project involving primary school children in Kangundo district, supervised by Dr.Kemoli. May, Participation in various community dental camps in Kibera slums, MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Mathare slums, Teso district, Huruma slums, Naivasha and Kirinyaga GK prisons 2002 to present - Kenya Dental Association 2008 to present - American Dental Association 2008 to present - Kenya Medical Women Association 2010 to present - International Association of Dental Research INTERESTS AND LEISURE Culinary art Watching documentaries Physical fitness Reading Travelling REFERENCES Dr. B. K Kisumbi Senior Lecturer, Department of Conservative and Prosthetic Dentistry School of Dental Sciences University of Nairobi P.O Box Nairobi, Kenya. Mobile number DR. TOM J. DIENYA Lecturer and Chairman, Department of Conservative and Prosthetic Dentistry P.O Box Nairobi, Kenya. School of Dental Sciences, University of Nairobi. Mobile number DR. NATALIA KARPUKHINA Senior Lecturer, Dental Physical Sciences Unit Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London Mile End Rd Page 9

10 EI 4NS Mobile number Name: HAZEL ORENGO SIMILA Signature: Page 10