Paula Russell

Paula Russell serves as a Professor in the Department of Dental Hygiene at Oregon Institute of Technology's Klamath Falls campus, contributing to the university's health professions education mission through active teaching and departmental engagement. Her office is located in SE235 with direct contact via 541-885-1277.

Her research and instructional focus centers on evidence-based dental hygiene practices, emphasizing oral disease prevention, community health outreach, and clinical skill development for future practitioners. These interests directly align with the department's commitment to producing competent dental hygiene professionals through rigorous academic and hands-on training.

As a core faculty member, Professor Russell mentors students in clinical rotations and curriculum implementation while advancing program standards within Oregon Tech's health sciences framework. Her work supports the department's role in addressing regional oral healthcare needs through education and community partnerships.