Dental Online Training Sharecast
Episode 51 | Interview with Dr. Nate Lawson Part 1
Nov 7, 2023
Dr. Nate Lawson, Associate Professor and Director of the Division of Biomaterials at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry, discusses his background, mentorship at LSU and UAB, dental school experiences, struggles. They also talk about clinical research on dental materials, fixes for debonded restorations, funding in dental school, and reflections on dental school.
35:49
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Dr. Nate Lawson shares his journey of balancing dental school with pursuing a PhD, highlighting the importance of social support for overcoming challenges.
- Dr. Lawson emphasizes the significance of research in dentistry and its role in evaluating and improving dental practices, showcasing the rewards and challenges of conducting clinical trials.
Deep dives
Dr. Nate Lawson's Dental Journey
Dr. Nate Lawson shares his dental journey, starting with his early exposure to dentistry through his aunt, a pediatric dentist. He discusses his decision to pursue a career in dentistry, his undergraduate studies in biomedical engineering, and his entry into the DMDP-ST program at the University of Alabama Birmingham. Despite facing challenges and juggling responsibilities, such as pursuing his PhD while managing dental school coursework, Dr. Lawson persevered and successfully completed the combined program. He reflects on the difficulties of dental school, the importance of social support, and how his passion for dentistry grew over time.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
