Dr. Estelle Kelly

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Estelle Kelly, DMD, is an Assistant Clinical Professor in the College of Dental Medicine at Columbia University, specializing in dental education and advanced general dentistry. She completed her Doctorate of Medical Dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she earned a Merit Scholarship for four consecutive years based on her academic excellence. Following her graduation, Dr. Kelly undertook an advanced training General Dentistry residency program at Lenox Hill Hospital, further honing her clinical skills in a prestigious setting. Passionate about teaching, she has been facilitating dental ethics discussions for pre-doctoral students since 2009. Her educational background also includes studies in microbiology at Florida SouthWestern State College and the University of South Florida. Dr. Kelly is committed to lifelong learning, having completed advanced courses at Dawson Academy and Spear Education, and she is a certified LANAP provider. She actively participates in several professional organizations, including the American Dental Association and the New York State Dental Association, underscoring her dedication to her field and ongoing professional development.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Clinical Professor

— Present

Columbia University • New York, NY

Facilitating discussions on dental ethics for pre-doctoral dental students.

General Dentistry Resident

— Present

Lenox Hill Hospital • New York, NY

Completed advanced training in general dentistry.

Awards

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Merit Scholarship

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Quintessence Award

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV or Resume
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)