Wayne J



Wayne J. Yee, D.D.S.1250 Forest Ave., Suite 3B, Portland, Maine 04103, U.S.A.; (207) 878-3480; (207) 878-3481 fax125 East 65th Street, Suite #1, New York, NY 10065; (212) 600-1011; (212) 734-7549 faxE-mail: wy2155@columbia.eduCurriculum Vitae(Revised: 30 January, 2013)TEACHING EXPERIENCEOct 2010University of Connecticut, Storrs, CTPosition: Guest Field Lecturer for Professor Francis Moulder (Urban Studies, Dept. of Social Studies), and Professor Kathy Knapp (Dept. of English Literature).Adjunct: Special Coordinator to Field Survey Project of Urban Literature, Sociology, and Anthropology students on “The Immigrant Experience in Lower Manhattan,” and “The Social Impact of September 11th, Among New York City Residents.”2008-PresentColumbia University, College of Dental Medicine, New York, NYAcademic Appointment: “Assistant Clinical Professor,” Section of Adult Dentistry.Primary Position: Educator of 3rd & 4th year Dental Students in Dental Oncology, General Practice Dentistry, Clinical Dentistry, and Restorative Dentistry.Secondary Position: Classroom Adjunct Lecturer on “A Survey of Clinical Impression Materials & Impression Techniques,” for senior dental students.Administrative Appointment: “Assistant Attending Staff Member” of Columbia University Health Care (CUHC), Inc., Division of Operative Dentistry. Position: Clinical Instructor and Supervisor of students in the Pre-doctoral Dental Programs. CUHC, Inc. is the legal entity that operates all of the college’s clinics as the administrative agency within the Columbia University Medical Center, and the College of Physicians and Surgeons.2006-2012The American College of Dentists; In Service Program under sponsorship of the New York Academy of Dentistry, and Columbia University, New York, N.Y.Position: “Group Facilitator” – Mentor in the Dental Ethics Program by use of the Socratic Method and Philosophical Student Debate.Adjunct: Guest Lecturer for Junior Dental Students on “The Ethical Considerations of Public Access to Dental Health Care.1995-2002Three Rivers Community College, Norwich, CTPosition: Guest Field Lecturer for Prof. Kate April, and Prof. Francis Moulder.(Department of Anthropology and Social Studies).Adjunct: Teacher/Coordinator of field survey projects for Sociology and Anthropology students on “The Immigrant Experience in Lower Manhattan,” and Special Lecturer in 2002, “The Social Impact of September 11th Among New York City Residents.”(Continued)TEACHING EXPERIENCE (continued)1986-1993US Army (Reserves); 84th Division, 334th Armor Training (Tng) Regiment, and 757th Transportation Railway (RWY) Battalion; Milwaukee/West Allis, WIMilitary Appointment: “Commissioned Officer” in the U.S. Army.With service on Active Duty & Army Reserves at Ft. Lewis (Washington), Ft. Eustis (Virginia), Ft. McCoy (Wisconsin), and Ft. Knox (Kentucky).Position: 2nd Lieutenant (2LT), Motor and Supply Officer of the Logistics Group.Position: 1st Lieutenant (1LT), Executive Officer, 1151st Transportation Railway Company.Position: “Company Commander” of Headquarters & Headquarters Company (HHC); Promotion to Captain, on-call Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) in 1993.Served as US Army Commander, with a direct role in teaching, establishing comprehensive training programs, and evaluation of educational goals for “Combat Mission Readiness”. Broad Experience in: Logistics, Public Speaking, Counseling, Social Interactive Problem Solving, fostering Attention-to-Detail, and Administration of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).Present Status: “Honorable Discharge”, from US Army, Individual Ready Reserve in 2002PROFESSIONAL EDUCATIONApril 2012 Applied Metapsychology International - , Ann Arbor, MICertificate: “Traumatic Incident Reduction workshop” (TIR) Intro to Facilitation.Curriculum: 28 Credit Hours approved by the American Psychological Assn. (APA), and National Association of Social Workers (NASW). 4 Days of Lectures and Clinical Workshops on how to serve as a Facilitator in the reduction of patient fear, by the use of approved TIR techniques used in Metapsychology for the effective treatment of acute and chronic Anxiety Disorders.Coursework and exercises focused on how to facilitate the identification of traumatic events that contribute to Anxiety Attacks; as can be experienced by Dental patients and Health Care Professionals. TIR Facilitation can be used for patients unable to seek regular Dental Care -- due to Fear or inability to reduce Anxiety Attacks by other means; such as by medication, or conscious sedation.March 2012The Academy of Laser Dentistry, Coral Springs, FLCertification: Granted “Standard Proficiency in Dental Lasers and Laser Therapy.”Curriculum: 24 AGD ADA-CERP Credit Hours. Passed Written, Didactic and Practical examinations in the understanding and clinical use of Er:YAG and NG:YAG Dental Laser wavelengths.The one-week program included: Laser Physics & Parameters, Emergency & Safety Precautions, Laser interaction in Hard & Soft Tissues, Laser Diagnostics, Clinical Hard & Soft Tissue Simulations, Practical Examination, Laser Biostimulation, Photo Induced Photoacoustic Streaming (PIPS) in Endodontics, Written Examination, Photo-Biomodulation of soft tissues, Muscles, and Joints in Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT), and Lasers in Periodontal Therapy. Initiated start of “Advance Certification” program in Laser Dentistry and pending 2 year completion of core requirements.(Continued)PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION (continued)October 2011Academy of Clinical Technology – Technology 4 Medicine, San Clemente, CACertification: Proficiency in Fotona Hard and Soft Tissue Dental Laser Therapy.Curriculum: 24 AGD credit hours completed and certified by the Association of Clinical Technology. Didactic and Practical course work in the understanding and clinical use of the Er:YAG and Ng:YAG laser wavelengths. Lectures on Laser Physics, Fotona Laser Fail Safe Systems, Precautions on Facility use, Staff Training in Laser Safety, Laser Photoacoustic effects on Bacteria, Laser interactions with Hard and Soft tissues. Fotona-Light Walker Laser workshop participation in removal of decayed Hard tissue, Biostimulation of Lesions and Soft Tissue Injuries, Periodontal Laser Therapy, Laser techniques for conservative Periodontal and Oral Surgery.PIPS Endo Patent Use Licensure: The Er:YAG Laser hands-on work included certification and licensure in the use Photo Induced Photoacoustic Streaming (PIPS) for Endodontic Root Canal Therapy. Clinical simulations provided techniques and skills needed to use the PIPS Endodontic protocol on Anterior and Posterior teeth using guts percha and methacrylate-based Endodontic sealers; in particular use of the resin-coated EndoREZ system by UltraDent.Sept 2011E4D Dentist University - D4D Technology, L.L.C., Dallas (Richardson), TXJuly 2012Certification: #201, E4D Dentist Elements of Success in Digital Dentistry. #372, Fundamentals of Digital Dentistry: Focus on Veneers.Curriculum: 20 ADA CERP approved Credit Hours, 4 days. E4D Computer Assisted Design and Computer Automated Milling (CAD/CAM) Techniques. Principles of Digitally Created Restorations, Modification of Tooth Preparation in Digital Dentistry, Digital Impression Scanning, Impression Orientation, Margin Tracing, E4D Computer Automated Milling, Quality Control Checks, Restoration Seating and CAD Virtual Corrections.Lecture and Practical workshop experience in full Arch Digital Impressions. Anterior Aesthetics, Staining, Glazing, Large Case Planning Strategies, and creation of same-day oven fired and glazed E-Max Veneers.Oct 2009The Scottsdale Center for Dentistry - CEREC , Scottsdale, AZMar 2012Certification: Level 1, Patterson Basic Training in CEREC Digital Restorative Dentistry. Level 2, CEREC Mastery – Rapid Integration into Practice. Level 3, Posterior Quadrant Proficiency and Restoring Implants.Curriculum: Over 30 AGD / CERP credit hours. Introduction to CEREC Computer-Assisted Design and Computer Automated Milling (CAD/CAM) Techniques. Participation and lab experience, Digital Impressions with Red Cam Powder and Blue Cam Powderless techniques, Lectures on CEREC Design techniques, how to Reduce Restoration Failures, Fabrication of Anterior and Posterior CEREC Porcelain/Composite restorations, Shade and Block Selection, Fabrication of Temporary Composite Bridges, and other clinic techniques.June 2009Aspen Dental Managing Clinical Director Program, Syracuse NYCertification: Managing Clinical Director (M.C.D.); 24 AGD approved credit hours.A one week formal Management Training program – Designed to teach skills needed to manage any Dental Clinic within the corporate guidelines of the (Continued)PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION (continued)Aspen Dental Proprietary Formula. Program included Standards of Care, Business Production Analysis, Professional Ethics, Treatment Planning, Clinical Management Techniques, Organized System Applications, Access to Care Issues, and Removable Prosthodontics.Nov. 2008“Excellence in Education” Program – SEAK Inc., Falmouth MACertificate: Independent Medical Examination (IME/BEST Practices) – 14 Credits towards American Association of Dental Legal Consulting () Certification. Equivalent to 14 American Medical Association (AMA-{PRA) Category I Credits. Evaluation of Traumatic Injuries for Disability Insurance Reports.2001, 2003L. D. Pankey Institute, Key Biscayne, FloridaCertificate: Continuum Level I & II (74 Credits – Academy of General Dentistry)Studies: Comprehensive Occlusal Analysis, Envelope of Mastication Survey, Mandibular Positioning in Centric Relation/Occlusion/Function, Occlusal Splint Fabrication, Dental Aesthetics, and Advanced Dental Prosthetic Techniques.1994-1995Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC), New York, New YorkCertification: MSKCC Certificate Awarded in Dental OncologyPosition: Dental Oncology Fellowship, Post Graduate Year-2 (PGY-2) studies.Extensive experience in the coordination of Dental Treatment planning with Medical Oncologists. Provided modified Dental techniques in the pursuit of: Acute Pain Reduction, Improved Quality of Life, and Preventative Measures Against Oral Complications associated with Radiation and Chemotherapy.1993-1994New York Medical College – Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center Campus,Bronx, New YorkCertification: Clinical and General Practice Hospital Residency (GPR)Position: Hospital Resident in Accredited Post Graduate Year (PGY-1) program,Traditional GPR Medical-Resident Rotations, On-call Dental House Staff. Extensive training in Hospital based Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Fixed & Removable Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Emergency Room Medicine, Oral / Facial Trauma, Hospital Administration, Day Surgery Operations, Hospital Protocol, General Anesthesia, Conscious Sedation, Medical Legal and Clinical record keeping.Research Assistant: Data collection and Analysis of the precursor links between Hairy Leukoplakia on the Lateral Border of the Tongue, and AIDS Manifestation.1989-1993Marquette University, School of Dentistry, Milwaukee, WisconsinDegree: Doctorate of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.), ADA Accredited ProgramFounder and President (1991) of “The Student Ethics Peer Review Committee.”1988-1989University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee WisconsinCredits: Pre-Medical/Dental Core Curriculum requirements.Inorganic Chemistry, General Physics, Physics of Astronomy, Anatomy and Physiology, Basic Science college coursework as required for Pre-Dental Student Admission.(Continued)PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION (continued)1981-1986Marquette University - College of Arts & Sciences, Milwaukee, WisconsinDegree: B.A. Psychology (Experimental); Minor: Military Science, Marquette University ROTC Cadet stationed at the 84th Division (Tng) Logistics Group. Appointed 1st Lieutenant Commission from the U.S. Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) upon graduation. CLINICAL PRACTICE2010-PresentWayne J. Yee, D.D.S., P.C., Portland, METhe Maine Center for Laser & Digital Restorative DentistryPosition: Dentist in Private Practice, Clinical Director.Maine Professional Corporate Entity, General Practice Dentistry, Aesthetic Dentistry, EagleSoft Practice Administration, Laser Dentistry, Dental Oncology, Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry with E4D/CEREC Restorations.2003-PresentWayne J. Yee, D.D.S., P.C., New York, NYPosition: Dentist in Private Practice as a New York Corporate entity (2003-2010). Position: Dental Consultant (1995 – present).Position: Associate Dentist as Independent Contractor (2010-Present).General Practice Dentistry, Practice Administration, Budget Analysis, Dental Oncology, Aesthetic Dentistry, Dental Consulting, CEREC Restorations, Dental Consulting, Independent Medical Examiner in Dentistry (IME-Dental), Equipment and Product Evaluation/Procurement, Practice Consultant and Advisor.Practice strives to provide high quality dental services – in a low-volume patient care setting of 4 to 8 patients/day.Public Service Work: (2003-2010) Practice dedicated 5% of office time to Pro-bono consultation work, and at costs-of-overhead Dental services for the Disadvantaged or Victims of Physical Abuse.1994-2003Wayne James Yee, D.D.S. & Associates, New York, New YorkPosition: Practice Owner as Sole Proprietor of a traditional family-run Dental office.Experience: Apprentice of Aesthetic Dentistry under James Yee, D.D.S., M.A., (Former Instructor of Advanced Aesthetic Dentistry at the Dental Graduate program of St. Luke’s Hospital). Developed experience in Private Practice Management, Patient Management, Dental Consulting, Patient Dispute Resolution, General Practice Dentistry, Dental Oncology, Applied Clinical skills with in-office Dental Lab work, Diagnostic Records, creating of aesthetic dental demonstration “Wax-Up” modeling, and Comprehensive Restorative Dentistry.CONSULTING EXPERIENCE2008-PresentStar-Med (Expert Medical Evaluations), Mount Vernon, NYPosition: Examining Panel Member.Independent Contractor as Expert Consultant in IME-Dental Reports. Serves as Independent Medical Examiner in Dentistry (IME-Dental) for Defense/Plaintiff(Continued)CONSULTING EXPERIENCE (Continued) Attorneys, Worker’s Compensations/Disability Boards, State Agencies and Liability / Malpractice Insurance Companies.Analysis of Cause-Effect Relationships and Accident Reconstruction as related to Dental or Oral Facial Injuries. Provider of Independent evaluations in determining the level of disability incurred through accidents, work-related injuries, victims of violent crime, or other sources of Dental trauma.1994-PresentThe Murray Hill Center, New York, New YorkPosition: Focus Group Panel Member and Independent Consultant.Experience: Dental Expert Consultant on system designs, product packaging, website ergonomics, and dentally related public opinion. Worked on focus groups for various companies such as Sirona, Adec, MetLife Ins., Oral-B/Braun, and other related corporations. Development Consultant - DenMat. Contributed to the concept of integrating digital photography as a standard attachment in the clinical use of the VELscope Vx ? - for ease of recording potential pre-malignant and cancerous lesions.2009-PresentThe TASA Group; Technical Advisory Services, Blue Bell, PennsylvaniaPosition: Independent Dental Expert/Technical Report Writer.Experience: Advisor and Consultant for Disability Insurance Companies.1994-PresentFurther Consulting Experience, Various Locations, USAPosition: Dental Consultant and Independent Medical Examiner in Dentistry.Experience: IME Reports, Criminal and Civil Cases (Plaintiff-Defense), Brooklyn Criminal Count, New York, and West Virginia Judicial Protocol in particular.Extensive List of Clients and SamplesOf Actual Consulting / IME ReportsAvailable Upon Request.RESEARCH EXPERIENCE1982-1985University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MichiganPosition: Dental Materials/Basic Science Research Assistant, Level I & IIExperience: Researcher under William J. O’Brien, Ph.D. (Director, Dental Materials Surface Laboratory). Studied Chromatography, Surface Contact Angle Analysis, Frequency Light Shift in Dye Fluorescence of Dental Decay, the Behavior of Blue Light in Tooth Structure, and Hologram Diagnostics.Also served as Photographer and Co-author (et. al.) of a study on the Diagnostic Trans-Illumination of Teeth; as an Alternative to Traditional Dental X-Rays. Paper was Published in “The Journal of the American Dental Association.”1985-1986Marquette University, College of Arts & Sciences, Milwaukee, WIPsychology and Social Sciences Research LaboratoryPosition: Student Lab Assistant under Donald Czech, Ph.D. of the Psychology Department – Section of Experimental Methods and Statistics.(Continued)RESEARCH EXPERIENCE (Continued)Lab Fabricator: Constructed experimental testing systems & equipment.Apprentice Researcher – In the development of methodology for the study of“The Auditory Response in Hypophosphatemic Mice.”PUBLICATIONS“The Application of Blue Polymer Curing Lights for Diagnostic Transillumination.”(J Am Dent Assoc. 1983 Jun;106(6):839-42) O’Brien W, J, Yee, W J Yee, et. al.Co-Authored: Research paper published in “Journal of the American Dental Association “(JADA) on diagnostic trans-illumination of teeth as an alternative to dental X-rays. Research later evolved into actual Diagnostic clinical use.“The Dental Expert Witness,” Non-Profit , New York, NYJournal of the American Association of Dental Legal Consultants(J Am Assoc. Dent Legal Consul. 2009 Jan; (Winter Edition))Position: Senior Editor and ContributorA professional on-line journal for members of .The Journal is dedicated to Dental Legal Consultants for the purposes of professional development with ethical and unbiased service to the Judicial System. Journal includes Legal Consultant News Reports, Surveys, Articles, Reference Tables, Professional Protocol, Case Reviews and Research Studies.“Dental Materials and their Selection”, 4th Edition, Hanover Park, ILEditor O’Brien, W.J., Copyright 2008 Quintessence Publishing Co., Inc.Case Presentation Photo Credit: Page 227, fig. 15-26, Title: “Ceramic Veneers”Aesthetic Porcelain Facial Laminate was selected for use in student text book to illustrate porcelain’s ability for natural appearance through the use of Incisal translucency and the application of ideal crown form.“Management & Avoidance: Risk and Liabilities of Dental Practice”,“Inside Dentistry” Published by AEGIS Communication, Newton, PA(2012 March; Vol 8, Issue 3; by Allison DiMatteo, BA, MPS, et. al.)Consulted and Quoted: As a Dental Legal Consultant on developing Defensive Malpractice protocols and understanding Dental Legal issues for clinicians.Provided interviews and advice on preventive measures to Reduce Malpractice Risk based upon actual previous legal consulting cases.Article contribution emphasized Professional ethics among Dentists, proper Informed Consent in common English terms, developing Standard Office Procedures, and encouraging Dentists to confront the reality of potential Litigation; rather than hiding from it.ASSOCIATIONS2007-PresentAmerican Association of Dental Legal Consultants ()New York, New YorkPosition: President and Founder of , Inc.A Non-Profit Professional, Educational, and Honorary Organization.Formed to promote professional conduct in Dental Legal Consulting, provide (Continued)ASSOCIATIONS (Continued)Educational Support to members, to provide a Dental Legal Consultant Certification Program to reduce the potential for rogue opinions not based on Science or practical Standards of Care , to promote high Standards of Service through unbiased peer review, and to encourage Ethical review within the Professional.Also member of:American Dental Education Association, The American Dental Association (ADA), New York County Dental Society, Maine Dental Association, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Alumni Association, Alumni Association of the L.D. Pankey Institute, The American Academy of Oral Medicine , the National Association of Disability Examiners (NADE), The Greater Portland Chamber (of Commerce), and the Academy of Laser Dentistry.LICENSE, REGISTRATIONS, SKILLS & HONORSCertified North East Regional Boards (N.E.R.B.) in General Practice Dentistry.Licensed and Registered to Practice Dentistry byThe New York State Department of Education (NYS #045172), and byThe State of Maine, Board of Dental Examiners (ME #4102).Certified in Healthcare Provider CPR and AED, by the American Heart Association.Registered with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) In New York and Maine.Certified to practice Dental Enteral Conscious Sedation with Nitrous Oxide (“Laughing Gas”) and Anxiety Reduction with oral medications. Registered provider of Dental Conscious Sedation with the New York State Department of Education. RegistrationCertificate #000532.Appointed in 2008 as Independent Examining Panel Member in Dentistry by Star-Med, Mt. Vernon, NY.Certified in Dental Oncology by Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.Served as City Harvest Auction Fund Raising Supervisor and Nominated as 1994Committee Chairman for the “Youth Committee,” New York, NYAwarded Lions Club Recognition Plaque (1998) by the New York City Hall – Chapter for fund raising efforts to save Downtown New York (Beekman) Hospital from permanent closure, New York, NY.PERSONAL REFERENCESWilliam J. O’Brien, Ph.D., Professor of Dental Materials (retired), University of Michigan School of Dentistry.Sami Hashim, M.D., Clinical Professor, Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York.William J. Stachnik, Ph.D., Physicist, Consultant to the U.S. Navy’s Office of Naval Research, Wash., D.C.Frances V. Moulder, Ph.D., Professor of Urban Sociology, University of Connecticut, Storrs – Main CampusFurther Reference Contact InformationIs provided upon request. ................
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