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David A. Albert, DDS, is an Associate Professor of Dental Medicine (in Health Policy and Management) at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and serves as Director of the Division of Community Health. He focuses on improving oral health access, tobacco cessation strategies, and maternal-child health outcomes through interdisciplinary approaches. His work bridges dental and medical fields to address systemic health challenges linked to oral health disparities.
Education: Received his DDS from New York University School of Dentistry. Completed residency training at Morrisania Diagnostic and Treatment Center in the Bronx.
Research Interests: Dr. Albert’s research emphasizes leveraging dental care settings for broader health interventions, such as HIV testing and diabetes screening. He investigates the impact of oral health on pregnancy outcomes, tobacco cessation in underserved populations, and the role of clinical decision support systems in improving care delivery.
Grants & Projects: He has led initiatives including a novel tobacco control program for seniors using home care workers, the Columbia Community DentCare Program, and studies on sealant usage in dental plans. His federal and private grants span topics like oral health decision support systems and diabetes prevention.
Awards: No specific awards listed, though his contributions to public health policy and dental education have been impactful.
Advising & Programs: As a program director, he oversees training programs in oral health networking and collaborates with healthcare professionals to enhance children’s oral health through interprofessional teamwork. His work extends to geriatric oral care and addressing health inequities in underserved communities.
