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Cataldo 'Aldo' Leone is the Dean and Spencer N. Frankl Professor of Dental Medicine at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine (GSDM). He is a board-certified periodontist with over thirty years of academic experience, having served as an administrator, teacher, and researcher. Dr. Leone has held dual appointments as Professor of Periodontology and Professor of Molecular & Cell Biology at GSDM. Before his current role, he was the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and became the school's fourth Dean in 2021. He holds a hospital appointment at Boston Medical Center. Prior to joining GSDM in 1999, Dr. Leone was on faculty at both the University of Florida and Tufts University. His research has focused on the structure-function investigations of proteoglycans and salivary proteins, along with immuno-inflammatory mechanisms in periodontal disease. He has published over 100 original articles, abstracts, and book chapters and has served as a reviewer for various reputable journals. Dr. Leone has been active in dental education administration as the ADA's Curriculum Consultant/Site Visitor and was elected as a Commissioner for the ADA's Commission on Dental Accreditation for the 2022-2026 term. He has received numerous accolades for his contributions to education, including the Spencer N. Frankl Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine • Boston, MA
Serves as the Dean overseeing dental education, research, and clinical practices.
Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine • Boston, MA
Teaches and conducts research in Periodontology and Molecular & Cell Biology.
Requirements apply broadly across clinical departments including Endodontics, Orthodontics, and Periodontology. MSD and DScD programs require a research component.