Ruth Bol

Ruth Bol serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Meharry Medical College's School of Dentistry, with dual affiliations at the Center for Health Policy and Health Disparities Research Center of Excellence.

Her academic credentials include:

• DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery)
• MPH (Master of Public Health)

Her research prioritizes Dental Public Health and Trauma Care, integrating Community Engagement, Oral Health, Public Health, Behavior Management, and Oral Trauma to address pediatric dental disparities. This work emphasizes community-based interventions for underserved populations, particularly in trauma prevention and management within dental public health frameworks.