Assoc Prof Dr. Oana Almasan, Iuliu Hatieganu Univeristy of Medicine and Pharmacy, Romania
Dr. Oana Cristina Almășan is a distinguished academic and practitioner in the field of dentistry, currently serving as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Dental Medicine, Julius Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Cluj-Napoca. With a career spanning over a decade, she has been deeply involved in both clinical practice and education. Dr. Almășan holds primary certifications in prosthetic dentistry and orthodontics, awarded by the Ministry of Public Health. Her experience includes serving as a Primary Dentist in Prosthetics at the Emergency County Hospital of Cluj-Napoca and as a Lecturer and Assistant Professor at the same institution. Her academic responsibilities include overseeing clinical stages and practical work for dental students, as well as contributing to research and teaching in both Romanian and English sections of the Dental Medicine Faculty. She earned her Doctorate in Medical Sciences in Dental Medicine in 2014, further establishing her expertise and commitment to advancing dental education and practice.
Professional Profile:
Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award:
Dr. Oana Cristina Almășan is highly qualified for the Best Researcher Award, given her distinguished career in dental medicine, especially in prosthetic dentistry, orthodontics, and dento-facial orthopedics. As a lecturer at the Faculty of Dental Medicine, “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, her professional experience encompasses both academic and clinical responsibilities, making her a versatile candidate.
Education:
- PhD in Medical Sciences (Field: Dental Medicine)
– Diploma Series 1, No. 0005240
– Issued by the Order of the Minister of National Education No. 377/15.07.2014
– Université de Médecine et de Pharmacie “Iuliu Hațieganu”, Cluj-Napoca
Work Experience:
- October 2016 – Present
Position: Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Dental Medicine
Institution: Universitatea de Medicină și Farmacie “Iuliu Hațieganu”, Cluj-Napoca, Department of Dental Prosthetics
Responsibilities:
- Teaching clinical stages and practical work for Dental Medicine students (Romanian and English sections).
- Conducting courses for Dental Technology students.
- Supervising residents in dental prosthetics.
- Research and development in dental prosthetics.
- August 2018 – Present
Position: Primary Care Physician in Dental Prosthetics
Institution: Spitalul Clinic Județean de Urgență Cluj-Napoca
Responsibilities:
- Diagnosis and treatment in dental prosthetics.
- Participation in specialized courses and workshops.
- August 2012 – August 2018
Position: Specialist in Dental Prosthetics
Institution: Spitalul Clinic Județean de Urgență Cluj-Napoca
Responsibilities:
- Diagnosis and treatment in the field of dental prosthetics.
- Participation in specialized training and workshops.
- October 2011 – October 2015
Position: University Assistant
Institution: Universitatea de Medicină și Farmacie “Iuliu Hațieganu”, Cluj-Napoca, Faculty of Dental Medicine
Responsibilities:
- Coordinating clinical stages and practical work for 4th, 5th, and 6th-year students in the Romanian section.
- October 2007 – October 2011
Position: University Preparator
Institution: Universitatea de Medicină și Farmacie “Iuliu Hațieganu”, Cluj-Napoca, Faculty of Dental Medicine
Publication top Notes:
Assessment of the clinical procedures used for determination of vertical dimension of occlusion and centric relation in edentulous patients
Cadiax Compact 2 and MODJAW comparative analysis of condylar inclination: Innovative digital approaches in dentistry
Dental occlusion characteristics in subjects with bruxism
Therapeutic challenges in temporomandibular disorders
Effectiveness of Laser Therapy in Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint and Muscle Pain
An Examination of Temporomandibular Joint Disc Displacement through Magnetic Resonance Imaging by Integrating Artificial Intelligence: Preliminary Findings