David Lam

David Lam is the Chair and Dr. T. Galt and Lee DeHaven Atwood Endowed Professor in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Pacific University. He specializes in surgical management of oral cancer, pathology, and trigeminal nerve injury, integrating clinical practice with research.

• DDS with Honors from University of Toronto
• PhD in Collaborative Program in Neuroscience and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery from University of Toronto
• MD from University of California, Davis
• Postdoctoral Neuroscience Research Fellowship at University of California, San Francisco

His research focuses on diagnosis and management of pathology, nerve injury, and pain in oral and maxillofacial surgery, funded by grants in research, education, and training. He has presented internationally on topics related to his clinical and research interests.

Scientific Awards & Honors:

• Diplomate, American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
• Fellow (OMFS), Royal College of Dentists in Canada