Diane Karnavas

Diane Karnavas is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, specializing in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. She teaches clinical skills and coursework to orthodontic residents and maintains affiliations with the department. Her clinical practice spans multiple offices in the Pittsburgh region, emphasizing individualized patient care.

Education:

• Bachelor’s in Biology and Chemistry from the University of Pittsburgh
• DMD from the University of Pittsburgh
• Certificate in Orthodontics from the University of Pittsburgh

Research & Community Work: Dr. Karnavas co-founded a dental clinic in Pittsburgh’s Hill District through the Neighborhood Resilience Project, providing free dental care to underserved populations since 2015. Her interests include community dentistry and pediatric oral health.

Professional Activities: She volunteers with the Neighborhood Resilience Project and maintains a private practice with three regional offices. No grants or formal advising roles are highlighted in the text.

Personal: Enjoys travel, family time, reading, walking, and culinary experimentation.