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Ken Tilashalski, DMD, serves as the Dean of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center's College of Dentistry, effective July 2024. Previously, he was Executive Associate Dean (2023–2024) and held roles at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), including Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Alumni Association Endowed Professor. A respected clinician and educator, he focuses on advancing dental education, expanding access to oral healthcare, and fostering research.
Education & Professional Background:
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Southern Illinois University
- Residencies in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Endodontics at UAB
- American Cancer Society Fellowship
Key Contributions:
- Leads the $53M Healthy Smiles Initiative to improve dental care access across Tennessee
- Developed strategic plans for clinical improvements, research, and clinic expansions
- Championed student success and alumni relations
Awards & Affiliations:
- Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
- Curriculum consultant for the Commission on Dental Accreditation
- Recipient of UAB’s Excellence in Teaching Award
Leadership Vision: Aims to build on the College’s legacy as the third-oldest public dental school, training 75% of Tennessee’s dentists while expanding regional impact through new clinics and community partnerships.
