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Our mission is threefold: (1) Deliver the highest quality care to our patients, (2) Provide excellent training to our residents and students, and (3) Engage in high quality research. These guiding principles ensure that our graduates emerge as competent, ethical surgeons proficient in serving their patients in private and hospital settings throughout their careers, become leaders in our field, and further our specialty.
Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Program Mission
Program Director's Welcome
Welcome to the Advanced Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Residency Program at Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry (Temple OMS).
Our program is founded on a commitment to excellence in patient care, surgical education, and research.
At Temple, we take pride in training residents in the art and science of oral and maxillofacial surgery through a carefully structured curriculum that integrates rigorous didactic instruction, comprehensive clinical experience, and meaningful research exposure. This balanced approach ensures that residents develop the knowledge, judgment, and technical expertise required to practice the full scope of the specialty.
Our ultimate goal is to cultivate surgeons who are lifelong learners — individuals who advance the specialty through innovation, leadership, and excellence in patient care.
Thank you for your interest in our program. We invite you to learn more about our training environment and the opportunities that define Temple OMS.
Dr. Pooja Gangwani, DDS, MPH, FACD
Diplomate of American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Associate Professor and Program Director, Advanced Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Residency
Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry
Program Distinction
Temple OMS is defined by its academic rigor and its service to a diverse patient population. Through high-volume clinical exposure and mentorship from a dedicated multidisciplinary faculty, residents acquire the skills and judgment required for independent surgical practice and lifelong learning.
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Resident Life
At Temple, residents become part of a close-knit community united by a shared commitment to learning and service. The program’s culture and structure fosters teamwork across all levels of training, encouraging mentorship, mutual support, and professional respect. Faculty maintain an open-door policy, ensuring residents have consistent access to guidance, feedback, and mentorship in both clinical and academic settings.
Temple’s location in the heart of Philadelphia provides an unparalleled learning experience. The city’s vibrant medical community, rich history, and cultural diversity further enhance the residency experience.
Beyond the hospital and clinics, residents enjoy a strong sense of camaraderie and work-life balance. Social gatherings, wellness initiatives, and informal mentorship events strengthen the bonds among residents and faculty, fostering a collegial environment that supports both professional and personal well-being.
Resident life here is characterized by purpose, perseverance, and pride — a reflection of Temple’s enduring mission to educate skilled, compassionate surgeons who lead with excellence and integrity.