James Geist

James Geist is a Professor at the School of Dentistry at University of Detroit Mercy, where he has served since 1986. His expertise spans Radiology, General Pathology, and Oral Pathology. He directs the Oral and Maxillofacial Imaging Center and has held leadership roles including past president of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology and the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology.

• Education:
  • D.D.S., University of Illinois
  • M.S., Indiana University
  • B.A., Northwestern University

His research focuses on diagnostic imaging systems, educational methodology in radiology and pathology, and coordinated oral healthcare for medically complex patients. He has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles and presented internationally across North America, Europe, and Asia.

The 11 recent articles in his bibliography highlight trends in maxillofacial radiology (cone beam CT), oral oncology (squamous cell carcinoma), medical-dental collaboration (infective endocarditis guidelines), and pathology education (diagnostic case studies). His work bridges clinical practice with academic innovation.

Scientific Awards

• Outstanding Didactic or Clinical Faculty Member Award (19 times)

He has collaborated extensively with colleagues like Gordon, Hirschman, and Lin, and co-authored research with his spouse, Shin-Mey Rose Yin Geist. His contributions include editorial leadership as Section Editor for the journal Oral Surgery Oral Medicine Oral Pathology Oral Radiology.