Dr. Samuel Zwetchkenbaum

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Samuel Zwetchkenbaum is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, specializing in Health Policy and Health Services Research. He obtained his Master of Public Health from the University of Michigan School of Public Health in 2006 and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry in 1987. His work is focused on improving dental care delivery through innovative policy interventions that emphasize preventive and restorative dentistry. He is actively involved in educating dental students and residents, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare system within dental practices. He also contributes to discussions on patient care strategies through various publications, enhancing the overall landscape of dental hygiene and patient management.

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

2025-12-10 — 2026-01-12

Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine • Boston, MA

Teaching courses and conducting research in Health Policy and Health Services Research.

Requirements for Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.9
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
DDS or DMD degree from a CODA-accredited dental school or international equivalent Biology with lab (3 courses) General Chemistry with lab (2 courses) Organic Chemistry with lab (2 courses) Physics with lab (2 courses) Biochemistry (1 course)
Application Checklist
  • ADEA PASS or AADSAS application
  • Official dental school transcripts
  • ECE or WES Course-by-Course Evaluation for international degrees
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • GSDM Supplemental Application Fee ($75-$80)
  • NBDE Part I & II or INBDE scores
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply broadly across clinical departments including Endodontics, Orthodontics, and Periodontology. MSD and DScD programs require a research component.