Type Of Business:
Dental Clinic
Expertise:
Ms. Cortes' expertise is in dental healthcare, educating patients and performing oral surgery.
Major Product/SVS:
Pediatric Dentistry
Favorite Business Publication:
Health
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading, Traveling
Education Degrees:
Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene, Hostos Community College, Bronx, NY
Affiliations Awards:
American Dental Association; American Dental Hygienists' Association
Work History:
Dental Hygienist, Diagnostic and Treatment Center, Ponce (1996-2006); Dental Professor, Ponce Paramedical College (1994-1996); Dental Hygienist, New York State Dental Association (1993-1994); Dental Assistant, Dental Office Coordinator, Dr. Teodoro Lopez, Pedodontist in Puerto Rico (1976-1990)
Career Achievements:
Certificate of Recognition for Second Highest Score, Northeast Regional Board of Dental Examiners (1993)
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was receiving the Honored Service Member Award from the American Dental Hygienists' Association.
Number Of Years In Profession:
18
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her passion for her profession.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through a natural progression of opportunities.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Cortes is a cardiopulmonary resuscitation instructor at the American Heart Association.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching General Dentistry Including Dental Anatomy, Dental Radiology, Head and Neck Anatomy, Pharmacology, Oral Pathology
Education Certifications:
Licensed Dental Practitioner, States of New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Florida and Puerto Rico
Awards/Honors:
Honored Service Member Award, American Dental Hygienists' Association (1993)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Cortes hopes to conduct dental classes and promote dental care.