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Luis Yepes

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yepes@musc.edu

173 Ashley Ave, Charleston SC 29425 Room BS 542 C MSC 507

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Rank
  • Associate Professor
College
  • College of Dental Medicine
Department
  • Department of Biomedical & Community Health Sciences
Academic Focus
  • 1.Endodontic Education and Curriculum Development: Dr. Yepes is dedicated to enhancing the education and training of future dental professionals in endodontics. His experience as a Faculty and Director allows him to focus on developing innovative curricula that integrate evidence-based practices and the latest advancements in endodontic techniques.
  • 2. Diversity and Inclusion in Dental Education: With a strong commitment to fostering diversity within the dental community, Dr. Yepes is interested in initiatives that promote inclusivity and representation in dental education. His involvement with the Hispanic Dental Association and leadership roles highlight his dedication to addressing disparities in access to dental care and education.
  • 3. Clinical Excellence and Quality Assurance in Dental Programs: Dr. Yepes’s role as a site visitor for the Commission on Dental Accreditation reflects his interest in maintaining high standards of clinical excellence in dental education. He aims to contribute to the continuous improvement of dental residency and education programs, ensuring that they meet the evolving needs of patients and the dental profession
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Biography

Dr. Luis Camilo Yepes, DDS.     

Associate Professor Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine.

Dr. Luis Yepes graduated as a Dentist in 1995 followed by a certification in Endodontics in 1999 from the Pontifical Xaverian University in his home country, Colombia. Dr. Yepes came to US in 2007 to complete a General Practice Residency program at the University of Kentucky for two years. In June 2009, Dr. Yepes started a Fellowship in Endodontics and General Dentistry at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, where he worked as an instructor at the clinic and pre-clinic. Dr. Yepes joined UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry as an Assistant Clinical Professor in 2012. In July 2015 he was appointed as Program Director of Advanced Education in General Dentistry and in 2018 he became Clinic Director of the Advanced General Dentistry Clinic at UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry where he successfully held both positions from 2018 through 2020. Dr. Yepes have maintained a position as a Commission on Dental Accreditation site visitor for Advanced Education General Dentistry Programs and General Practice Residency programs since 2017. Dr. Yepes have been selected as a recipient of the 2021 Presidential Award in the category of Clinical Excellence and a Fellowship with the Institute for Diversity in Leadership with the American Dental Association. In 2024 Dr. Yepes moved to Charleston South Carolina as Associate Professor – Director of Undergrad Endodontics and Interim Division Chief of Emergencies Services, Section of Endodontics at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine.  In addition to his academic responsibilities Dr. Yepes has been a member of the American Dental Education Association, Board of Trustee of the Hispanic Dental Association, President Elect of the Hispanic Dental Association and serve as Chief - Editor of the Journal of the Hispanic Dental Association.  Dr. Yepes is a Fellow of the International College of Dentist and American College of Dentist. Dr. Yepes is also involved in multiple teaching activities supporting undergraduate and graduate programs.