Michelle Lee Thomas

(941) 786-8413 | MThomas@dental.ufl.edu | http://mlthomas4.wix.com/mltcv

Education
University of Florida College of Dentistry - DMD Candidate, Graduation: May 2017
University of Florida Bachelor of Science, Graduated Cum Laude: May 2013
Major: Food Science & Human Nutrition, Nutritional Sciences Specialization
Minor: Spanish
Pine View School for the Gifted - Graduated: June 2009

Professional and Leadership Experience

American Association of Women Dentists National Chapter
National Student Representative January 2016 December 2016

Established a Student Presidents Council so chapter presidents have a place to communicate ideas and concerns to be brought to the attention of national meetings

First University of Florida student to hold this National Role, thus putting UF on the map for organized womens dentistry
American Association of Women Dentists University of Florida Chapter
President May 2015 May 2016

Doubled annual membership for 2015-2016 school year, thus reaching twice as many students in years past

Created new milestone program that celebrates annual milestones reached by members

Enhanced social media presence with new facebook and Instagram pages
Treasurer May 2014 May 2015

Secured more financial support than in previous years, allow more events to be held

Developed new Girl Scout Dental Health Patch-Earning Program for the local Girl Scout community that teaches girls about proper oral hygiene, what to expect at
the dentist, proper nutrition, and basic tooth anatomy with fun activities. A dental health patch did not exist in our county before.
Smiley Gators
President, May 2016 May 2017

Oversee all club activities

Vice President, Special Needs May 2015 May 2016

Assist in finding and publicizing opportunities for members to learn more about working with special needs patients so they can be comfortable treating this
population in their practice, regardless of specialization
UFCD Super Sealant Saturday Philanthropy
Co-Director May 2015 May 2016

Oversee all aspects of this philanthropic event which has a mission to reach out to children aged 6-17 that do not have access to dentistry and provide them with oral
health instructions, nutrition counseling, dental screenings, fluoride, and sealants.

Developed new appointment system and idea to bring balloons, face painting, and music to help children associate dental care with having a fun experience.

Manage more than 100 UF Student and Faculty volunteers on the day of the event
Committee Member February 2015 May 2015

Contacted local schools and programs to increase parent awareness of philanthropic event
American Student Dental Association District 5
Predental Committee Chair March 2015 February 2016

Oversee a team of 3 other dental students from other dental schools in the district (LECOM and LSU)

Increase understanding of ASDA at predental level by creating mentorship opportunities including a mentorship lunch banquet as well as organizing and presenting
Predental Day
American Student Dental Association University of Florida Chapter
Predental Liaison May 2014 May 2016

Connect UF predental students with UF dental student mentors, organize mentor/mentee networking event, and predental week events at UF

Organized first all day Predental Day Conference at UF that had the largest registration of any predental day hosted by a school in Florida to date

Attend UF predental meetings and answer questions in person and remotely

Surfers for Autism
Volunteer Surf Instructor August 2011 - Present

Teach children and young adults with autism and other developmental delays how to surf at grand scale beach festivals that are free to the children and their families
Lessons in a Lunchbox
Class Leader October 2015 Present

Lead local elementary classes in learning about oral hygiene and proper nutrition

Pediatric Externships
University of Florida, Naples: August 2015
Nicklaus Childrens Hospital: October 2015
NYU Lutheran, Tampa: December 2015
University of Florida, Gainesville; April 2016
VCU: Scheduled for August 2016

Pediatric Continuing Education

Management of Permanent Tooth Dental Trauma in Children 2.5 Hours
Pedo Pearls 1.5 Hours
Improving Oral Health Literacy: Teaching Primary School Students through the Lessons in a Lunch Box Program 1 Hour

Clinical and Research Experience

UF College of Dentistry Bahamas Mission Trip
Head of Donations, Student Dentist Trip Participant August 2015 March 2016

Created new donor letter and tiered donation system that generated more donations than previous years

Traveled to Andros, Bahamas to provide free access to dental care and education with a focus on preventative care while treating those in need of care. Worked
with a team of dentists and dental students to provide restorations, cleanings, fluoride, extractions, sealants, and oral health education to over 400 children.
There is currently no residing dentist on the island.
Dr. Reys Research, University of Florida
Research Assistant October 2015 Present

Accumulated and processed clinical data on number of procedures done and revenue generated in general student clinics versus advanced student clinic to
establish the advantages and disadvantages of incorporating advanced student clinics in the dental curriculum.
Janoff & Khatri Pediatric Dentistry
Intern May 2013 June 2013, May 2012 July 2012

Responsible for clinical assisting, sterilization, clerical duties, making appointments, and being a marketing assistant to the professional relations coordinator
Dr. Wallets Research Lab, University of Florida
Research Assistant October 2011 May 2012

Ran human cytokine and human neuropeptide assays to assess levels of specific peptides and neurotransmitters in order to evaluate pain modulation and
inflammation of healing root canals in children.
Mission of Mercy, ADA National Meeting, Washington D.C.
Oral Hygiene Instruction Administrator - November 2015

Represented University of Florida while providing patients with oral hygiene instructions at our Nations Capital
Mission of Mercy, FDA, Jacksonville, Fl
Pediatric Dental Provider May 2016

Represented University of Florida while providing pediatric patients with OHI

Special Olympics State Summer Games
Special Smiles Volunteer May 2014

Escorted athletes and assisted with their dental screenings and oral hygiene instructions
University of Florida Shands Hospital General and Pediatric Dental Clinics
Volunteer Dental Assistant August 2010 April 2012

Assisted UF dental students with various procedures

Shadowed pediatric residents and faculty

Awards & Honors

Marion B. Thompson Scholarship: 2015
Deans List: 2009, 2011, 2012, 2015
University of Florida Honors Program Medallion: 2013
University of Florida Woman Leader of the Year Finalist: 2013
University of Florida RecSports Scholar Athlete of the Year: 2013
Charles S. Herron, Jr M.D. Student Healthcare Scholarship: 2013
Gulf Coast Community Foundation Scholarship: 2013
Bee Ridge Womens Club Scholarship: 2009

Publications & Presentations

AAWD at the University of Florida AAWD Chronicle (January 2016)
5 Things Every Predental Should Know ASDA Predental Handbook (2015)
Intro to Operative Workshop ASDA District 5 Predental Meeting (2015)
ASDA for Predentals UF ASDA Predental Conference (2015), Bi-Annually at UF Predental Organization Meetings
Maximizing the Mentor-mentee relationship The District (Summer 2015)
Pathways of Fear and Anxiety in Dentistry ASDA News (April 2015)
UF AAWD Makes Dental Education Fun with a New Girl Scout Badge That You Can Bring To Your Local Community AAWD Chronicle (February 2015)
5 Things Every Predental Should Know Mouthing Off ASDA Blog (August 2014)

Dental Meetings Attended

2016: AAWD National Board Meetings (monthly), AAPD Annual Session, Scheduled to attend ADA/AAWD National Session in October 2016
2015: ASDA National Leadership Conference, ASDA District 5 Meeting, ADA National Convention, AAWD National Meeting, FDC Meeting
2014: ASDA District 5 Meeting
2013: AAPD National Session
2012: ADEA National Convention
2011: FDC Meeting
2010: ADA National Convention

Professional Affiliations
American Association of Women Dentists, American Dental Association, American Student Dental Association, American Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy
of Pediatric Dentistry, Delta Epsilon Iota, Golden Key Honors Society, National Honor Society of Collegiate Scholars, Phi Eta Sigma, Psi Omega Dental Fraternity