Message from the Dean

Dear Prospective Dental Medicine Student,

Thank you for your interest in the Midwestern University’s College of Dental Medicine-Arizona (CDMA). I believe that our curriculum and culture make Midwestern University an exceptional option for your dental education. At MWU CDMA our students receive a first-class educational experience in a student-friendly environment. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to fostering competent, confident clinicians who will go on to serve the profession and the public. 

MWU CDMA’s integrated curriculum allows our students to focus on delivering patient-centered care using a general dental model. The CDMA’s state-of-the-art Simulation Clinic and Dental Institute provide our students with exposure to the latest practice-ready technologies and techniques used today. At the MWU CDMA Dental Institute, our students receive robust clinical experiences while providing low-cost dental treatment to the community. Our students also receive many experiences in community service and public health dentistry through our various outreach programs and external rotations.

With five active research labs on campus, our research team is committed to investigating novel materials, techniques, and trends. We are dedicated to developing infrastructure for sustainable clinical research opportunities, while preparing our students to participate in practice-based research upon graduation.
The profession of dentistry is a very noble and rewarding career. You can make a difference in so many lives while maintaining a meaningful work-life balance. I invite you to begin your journey at Midwestern University’s College of Dental Medicine Arizona where you will receive the finest dental education and support from faculty and staff in a caring and nurturing environment.

Sheri A. Brownstein, D.M.D., M.Ed.
Dean, College of Dental Medicine-Arizona