Dr. Carlos Aznar Portoles received his BDS from the International University of Catalonia in Spain in 2004. In 2009, he completed an MSc program in endodontics at the same university. In 2014, he completed a postgraduate program in endodontics at the Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam in the Netherlands. (ACTA)

Carlos runs a private practice limited to endodontics and endodontic microsurgery in Haarlem, The Netherlands.

He is the author of several endodontic-related articles and lectures regularly at national and international meetings.

DDS from University of Iceland. Graduated from University of North Carolina (UNC) in 1992, with certificate in endodontics and MS. Full time faculty at UNC 1992-2004, was the Graduate Program Director of Endodontics 1997 to 2004. From 2004 to 2012 in a private endodontic practice in Reykjavik, Iceland and London, UK and Honorary Clinical Teacher in Endodontology, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, UK. In 2012, he became the Chairman and tenured Professor at NYU Dentistry, Department of Endodontics. Additionally, he is an adjunct Professor at UNC. Dr. Sigurdsson is past President of the International Association for Dental Traumatology and 2014 he was appointed as a Director of the American Board of Endodontics and served as the President of the Board 2019-20. He is currently on the editorial board of Dental Traumatology. Dr. Sigurdsson has been invited numerous times to lecture in 47 countries all over the world, on the topics of pain, endodontics, dental trauma and/or forensic sciences. He has written or co-written over 85 per-reviewed articles and 23 textbook chapters on same topics. 

Mike oversees all aspects of driving revenue growth for Fluent's dental analytics business solutions in new markets. Mike has over 20 years of experience in the healthcare informatics space and has developed and successfully sold a variety of informatics solutions to all stakeholders in the healthcare marketplace, including payers, providers, suppliers, and consumers. He has worked at informatics companies large and small, public and private, including HCIA, Solucient, Pharmetrics, and IMS Health. Mike has a BA from Syracuse University, an MBA, and an MHA from the University of Pittsburgh.

Dr. Peter Giannini is an Associate Professor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) College of Dentistry, Department of Oral Biology, and Director of Clinical and Translational Research at the Cruzan Center for Dental Research.

Dr. Giannini received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry in 1997. He subsequently trained in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, earning a Certificate in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and a Master of Science in Oral Biology in 2000. During that same year, Dr. Giannini joined the faculty of Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia. He became a member of the UNMC College of Dentistry faculty in 2005.

Dr. Giannini is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. In addition to practicing in the Oral Pathology biopsy service, he sees Oral Medicine referral patients at the college's University Dental Associates (UDA) faculty practice clinic. In the UDA Clinic, Dr. Giannini specializes in the diagnosis and management of oral lesions; including but not limited to: lichen planus, mucous membrane pemphigoid, burning mouth syndrome, xerostomia, bone pathology of the jaws, oral manifestations of systemic disease and complications of cancer therapy. In addition, Dr. Giannini also directs the Tobacco Cessation Clinic at the College of Dentistry. His research interests include oral carcinogenesis, the oral manifestations of drug abuse and the management of oral mucosal disease.

Dr. Lorel Burns is a clinician-investigator and assistant professor at New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. Dr. Burns earned her DDS degree at NYU College of Dentistry, completed her specialty training in Endodontics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and was awarded her master’s degree in Clinical Investigation by NYU School of Medicine. In 2019, she was selected as the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) Foundation’s Endodontic Educator Fellow. In 2022, she recognized with the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Junior Faculty Award. Dr. Burns’ research interests include endodontic treatment outcomes, access to dental care, clinician decision-making, and dental education. Her research has been funded by the National
Institutes of Health (NIH)/ National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), and the American Dental Education Association, ADEAGies Foundation. Her work has been published in peer- reviewed journals including the Journal of Endodontics (JOE), the International Endodontic Journal (IEJ), the Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA), and the Journal of Dental Education (JDE). Dr. Burns maintains part-time private practice limited to Endodontics in New York, USA.

Nihan Gencerliler has a master’s degree in public health, with an advanced certificate in applied biostatistics. She participated in this study as an Assistant Research Scientist in the Department of Endodontics and New York University College if Dentistry.

Kelly Terlizzi has a master’s degree in clinical research. She participated in this study as an Analyst at New York University Health Evaluation and Analytics Lab.

Claudia Solis-Roman has master’s degrees in public administration and applied statistics. She participated in this study as a Lead Analyst at New York University Health Evaluation and Analytics Lab.

DDS from University of Iceland. Graduated from University of North Carolina (UNC) in 1992, with certificate in endodontics and MS. Full time faculty at UNC 1992-2004, was the Graduate Program Director of Endodontics 1997 to 2004. From 2004 to 2012 in a private endodontic practice in Reykjavik, Iceland and London, UK and Honorary Clinical Teacher in Endodontology, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, UK. In 2012, he became the Chairman and tenured Professor at NYU Dentistry, Department of Endodontics. Additionally, he is an adjunct Professor at UNC. Dr. Sigurdsson is past President of the International Association for Dental Traumatology and 2014 he was appointed as a Director of the American Board of Endodontics and served as the President of the Board 2019-20. He is currently on the editorial board of Dental Traumatology. Dr. Sigurdsson has been invited numerous times to lecture in 47 countries all over the world, on the topics of pain, endodontics, dental trauma and/or forensic sciences. He has written or co-written over 85 per-reviewed articles and 23 textbook chapters on same topics. 

Dr. Heather T. Gold is a Professor in the Department of Population Health and NYU Langone Health. She has a health economist and health services researcher.

Dr. Niemczyk graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, receiving his D.M.D. in 1982 and his postgraduate Endodontic certificate in 1984. Since 1995, Dr. Niemczyk has been the Director of Endodontic Microsurgery at the IB Bender Postdoctoral Endodontic Program at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, and was recently named the Assistant Program Director in 2018. He is the 2020 recipient of the AAE Calvin D. Torneck Part-Time Educator Award, and also serves as a surgical consultant to the Naval Postgraduate Endodontic Program at the Walter Reed National Medical Center in Bethesda, MD, and the U. S. Army Endodontic Residency Program in Fort Gordon, GA. 
Dr. Niemczyk has lectured extensively in the U.S., Central America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia on topics ranging from Microsurgery and Intentional Replantation to advances in Non-Surgical Endodontics and Cone-Beam CT. He has authored numerous papers, chapters on Microsurgery in Dental Clinics of North America, Ingle’s Endodontics 7th Edition and CBCT in Non-Surgical Retreatment. He is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board for the Journal of Endodontics and the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Medicine and Pathology. He is the founder of Endodontic Microsurgical Innovations, dedicated to the development of new treatment techniques and instrumentation. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics, and maintains a full-time practice limited to Endodontics in Drexel Hill, PA.

MA Saghiri holds PhD degrees in biomedical engineering and medical laboratories, specializing in dental materials and medical devices. During his tenure as a visiting scholar at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, he collaborated under the guidance of the late Prof. Kamal Asgar, contributing to over 20 published articles. Dr. Saghiri commenced his academic career as an Assistant Professor of Dental Materials at Azad Dental School in 2012, eventually advancing to the position of Associate Professor and IT head. Returning to the US in 2013, he joined Prof. Nader Sheibani’s Lab as an Assistant Scientist in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. Following the completion of postdoctoral studies, he transitioned to Philips Inc. as a Clinical and Biological Scientist, focusing on cutting-edge technology for oral hygiene care until 2018. Currently, Dr. Saghiri serves as the Director of the Biomaterials Research Center and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. Additionally, he holds the position of Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Endodontics at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. With a prolific publication record, Dr. Saghiri has authored and co-authored over 130 articles in peer-reviewed dental journals spanning scientific, research, educational, and clinical themes. Recognized for his exceptional contributions, he received three awards at Azad Dental School and is the recipient of the NSF-DMR-2312680, NSF-STTR- 2321456 Awards, along with several other accolades such as TechAdvance and NJ ACT. Notably, he was honored with the DenburTech Award, a distinction reserved for clinical scientists under 40 who have published over 100 articles in the field.

Julia Vakhnovetsky has a BS degree from Rutgers University with a major in Biological Sciences. She is currently a dental student at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. She has authored and co-authored over 15 articles in peer-reviewed dental journals that address scientific, research, educational, and clinical topics in endodontics, oral hygiene, dentinal health, diabetes, and artificial intelligence. 

Elham Samadi is an international dentist who recently joined the Biomaterials Research Lab at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. Her focus is on the impact of various systemic diseases on the quality of dentin and the longevity of dental treatments, with a particular interest in diabetes mellitus.

Salvatore Napoli received his DDS degree from Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery in 1979. He then pursued residency programs in dental anesthesiology and oral and maxillofacial surgery from 1980 to 1986. Presently, Dr. Napoli is board certified in oral & maxillofacial surgery (OMFS), a licensed physician (MD), Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and Associate Professor at Rutgers University School of Dental Medicine. He serves as Director of Predoctoral Education in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery as well as in OMFS Clinic I, OMFS Clinic II, Complicated Exodontia and Advanced Techniques of Pain Control.  Additionally, he is an Associate lecturer in topics such as management of patients with cardiovascular disease, allergic reactions, medical and respiratory emergencies, endocrine disorders, and oral pathology.

Fatereh Samadi, an accomplished international dentist, has recently become a member of the Biomaterials Research Lab at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. With over a decade of experience in private practice, specializing in orthodontics, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her current role. Her expertise extends to the evaluation of innovative polyurethane-based sealers in the realm of orthodontic and endodontic biomaterials. During her extensive tenure in private practice, She has authored more than eight articles. Her dedication and contributions have not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by the multiple awards she has received for her outstanding work in private practice.

Michael Conte received his DMD from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine and completed his MPH at Rutgers. He is the Senior Associate Dean for the office of Clinical Affairs and is a Full Professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry. Dr Conte serves as Medical Director of Rutgers School of Dental Medicine as well as the Director of Infection Control and Environmental Safety. Dr. Conte also oversees the dental school's Office of Facilities and the school Extramural Programs.  Dr. Conte is a highly respected dentist and educator.

Steven M. Morgano is a fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists, a past president of the Massachusetts section, and has been a member of the College since 1979. He has taught at eight different dental schools, including Boston University and Harvard School of Dental Medicine, and at universities in Kuwait and Dubai. He is currently a professor and chairman of the Department of Restorative Dentistry at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Morgano received his DMD degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, completed his General Practice Residency at Philadelphia General Hospital, and received his specialty certificate in prosthodontics from the Hines Veterans Affairs Medical Center in 1979. Dr. Morgano is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and has authored and co-authored over 90 articles in numerous dental journals.

Dr. Garry L. Myers currently serves as the graduate endodontic program director at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Richmond, Virginia. He completed his dental school education at the University of Texas Health Science Center/ San Antonio in 1985. Six years later he completed his endodontic residency program at Wilford Hall Medical Center at Lackland AFB in San Antonio. He became a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics in 1994. After serving on active duty for 13 years, Dr. Myers left the USAF in 1998 to enter full-time private practice in Olympia, Washington where he practiced for the next 16 years. In the summer of 2014, full time education entered the picture when Dr. Myers accepted a position at VCU where he now works. Dr. Myers has been active in organized dentistry having served as the president of the Washington State Association of Endodontists in 2006-07 and as the President of the American Association of Endodontists in 2017-18. Dr. Myers currently serves as an ABE Director and as the endodontic CODA Commissioner. He has spoken internationally at meetings in Japan, South Korea, San Diego and Guatemala.

Dr. Han Na Cho graduated from Mount Holyoke College in Massachusetts with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. She then earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia. After graduating from dental school, she completed a General Practice Residency (GPR) at Flushing Hospital Medical Center in New York and continued her education at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, where she earned her specialty certificate in Endodontics and a Master of Science in Dentistry degree. Dr. Cho is an American Board of Endodontics eligible endodontist and is currently an active member of the American Association of Endodontists, American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association and Greater Houston Dental Society. She is currently working as an associate in a private practice in Houston. 

Dr. Timothy Kirkpatrick is a professor in the Department of Endodontics at UTHealth School of Dentistry at Houston, where he also serves as the Department Chair and Program Director of the Advanced Education in Endodontics Program.

Dr. Silva received his DDS from the University Gama Filho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1994. He received his endodontic certificate from both Brazil (University Gama Filho) and US (University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston). Dr. Silva received his MS (2002) in Endodontics and PhD (2006) degree in Oral Sciences from University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. He also completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Human Molecular Genetics at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Silva worked as an Assistant Professor at University of Pittsburgh from 2007 to 2011, and Associate/Professor/Department Chair at University of Texas at Houston from 2011 to 2021. Dr. Silva is currently a Professor and Chair of the Department of Endodontics at The University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Silva has edited a textbook about Endodontic retreatment and published several peer-reviewed articles in the field of Endodontics and Human Genetics. He is a board-certified endodontist and maintains a faculty practice limited to Endodontics.

Dr. Ariadne Letra is a tenured professor of Oral and Craniofacial Sciences and Endodontics, and a member of the Center for Craniofacial and Dental Genetics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine.  

Dr. Letra’s research focuses on gene discovery and functional genomic characterization approaches to understand the etiology of complex craniofacial and oral traits and conditions such as cleft lip/palate, tooth agenesis, and apical periodontitis. Another aspect of Dr. Letra’s work focuses on identifying host factors contributing to the interconnectedness between oral and systemic health and disease. 

Dr. Letra has been the principal investigator for several NIH and AAE foundation grants and has served in various NIH study sections. Her residents have also been recipients of numerous AAE Resident Research grant awards and placed among the top ten winners of the AAE/Dentsply Resident Research Presentation Awards for the last ten years.

Dr. Letra’s work has been recognized through prestigious awards including the 2020 Journal of Endodontics Best Paper in Clinical Research Award. Her work was also featured on the cover of the Journal of Endodontics, Journal of Dental Research, and Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research Journal.  Dr. Letra is a recipient of the distinguished 2018 AADR/SCADA Burton C. Borgelt Faculty 160 peer-reviewed articles, 5 book chapters, and numerous abstracts and publications in the media. She is an associate editor of the Journal of Endodontics, and a member of the editorial board of numerous medical and dental journals including the Journal of Dental Research, Journal of Dental Research Clinical and Translational Research, American Journal of Human Genetics, among others.

Dr. Letra is currently Chair of the AAE Research and Scientific Affairs Committee.

Dr. Jae M. Shin is a full time endodontist and an adjunct Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Michigan. His research interests include oral microbiology and clinical research related to endodontics. Dr. Shin graduated from the University of Michigan with a DDS, MS (Endodontics) and PhD in Oral Health Sciences. Dr. Shin's career goals are to integrate evidence-based research with clinical practice to provide optimal patient care, and continue to dedicate his efforts in providing leadership, teaching, and service to the endodontic community.