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96 - Preparation for On-Call Responsibilities in Dental Residency

Friday, May 22, 2026
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM PST
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    Presenting Author(s)

  • Janahn Esmaelsadah, DDS (she/her/hers)

    Pediatric Dental Resident
    Northwell Health Cohen Children's Medical Center of NY
    Northwell Health
    Little Neck, New York, United States

    • Research Mentor(s)

  • SR

    SIMONE REISMAN, DDS

    Northwell Health Cohen Children's Medical Center of NY
    NEW HYDE PARK, New York, United States

    • Program Director(s)

  • SK

    Sheeba Kurian, DDS

    Chief & Program Director
    Northwell Health Cohen Children's Medical Center of NY
    New hyde park, New York, United States

Abstract:


Purpose:
The transition from dental school to residency is a critical phase marked by increased clinical responsibility and exposure to emergency care. On-call duties are a required component of many General Practice Residency (GPR) and Pediatric Dentistry programs and are often perceived as stressful. This study evaluated how effectively dental schools and residency programs prepare residents for on-call responsibilities.



Methods:
A nine-question survey was distributed to current residents and recent graduates of GPR and pediatric dental programs in New York. The survey assessed expectations, preparedness, training related to on-call duties, and confidence in managing dental emergencies. Responses were analyzed using categorical classifications and descriptive statistics.



Results:
Sixty-two respondents completed the survey. Prior to residency, 50% anticipated on-call duties would be difficult. Dental school preparation was rated as somewhat adequate by 56%, primarily through lectures on dental emergencies (49%). During residency, 36% felt well prepared for on-call responsibilities, while 32% felt somewhat prepared, with notable variation in training approaches among programs. Nearly half (46%) reported having a chief resident coordinate on-call duties. In retrospect, 74% described their on-call experience as difficult but manageable, and 42% reported high confidence in managing dental emergencies.



Conclusions:
Although most residents ultimately felt capable of managing on-call responsibilities, variability in preparation highlights opportunities for improvement. Structured training incorporating clinical protocols, mentorship, and hands-on experience may enhance preparedness and confidence during on-call coverage.

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