Kevin M Pursel

Kevin M Pursel is an Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. He holds a DMD from Pitt, an MBA from Saint Francis University, and has extensive clinical and administrative experience. Prior to academia, he ran a private practice for 22 years, later serving as a Regional Dental Director and consultant. He focuses on clinical teaching, preclinical laboratory instruction, and course leadership.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Biology, Penn State University
• Doctor of Dental Medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
• Certificate in General Practice Residency/Hospital Dentistry, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery/University of Maryland Medical System
• Masters of Business Administration, Saint Francis University

Research Interests: Dr. Pursel’s work spans interdisciplinary areas including Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, Emerging Technologies, Practice Management, and Leadership. His clinical expertise is complemented by a focus on leveraging technology and management strategies to improve dental practice and patient care.

Advising & Grants: While no specific students or grants are listed, Dr. Pursel has contributed to educational leadership through his roles as course Director/co-Director. His advisory experience includes training and consulting in private-sector dental organizations and mobile dental care initiatives.

Labs & Teams: He is actively involved in the preclinical laboratory at Pitt Dental Medicine and collaborates with teams to develop clinical training modules.