Dr. Everett Brady Hancock, D.D.S.
PeriodonticsNPI: 1861406407
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About This Provider
Dr. Everett Hancock is a periodontics specialist in Carmel, Indiana, with over 20 years of experience treating gum disease, oral health problems, and dental implants. He earned his dental degree from the University of Illinois and completed advanced training in periodontics through the U.S. Navy, where he served as a Captain for 20 years and even participated in the Apollo 13 recovery mission. Dr. Hancock later became the Department Chair of Periodontics at Indiana University School of Dentistry, where he trained the next generation of dental specialists. He is recognized by the American Academy of Periodontology and has received numerous honors, including Navy medals and an Outstanding Faculty Award. You can trust Dr. Hancock's expertise and dedication to helping you achieve and maintain a healthy smile.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD), Indiana University School of Dentistry (1974)
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), University of Illinois School of Dentistry (1967)
- Fellowship in Periodontics, Naval Dental Clinic, Long Beach, California (1972)
- Bachelor's degree, University of Illinois (1962)
Credential: D.D.S.
NPI registered: 07/28/2006
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- Delta Kappa Epsilon Fraternity
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon (inducted 1991)
- Indiana Society of Periodontists
- Indianapolis District Dental Society
- American Academy of Periodontology
- American Board of Periodontology
- Mid-West Society of Periodontology
- American Dental Association
Awards & Recognition
- Navy Achievement Medal (1971)
- Meritorious Service Medal, U.S. Navy (1987)
- Outstanding Faculty Award, IUSD Alumni Association (2006)
- Lifetime Achievement in Education Award, American Academy of Periodontology (2011)
- Multiple photography exhibition awards and Best of Show recognitions
Beyond the Office
20-year career in United States Navy (1967-1987), rank of Captain
Department Chair of Periodontics, Indiana University School of Dentistry (1987-2007)
Director of Graduate Program, IUSD (1989-1993)
Interim Director of Continuing Education, IUSD (2004-2005)
Director of the American Board of Periodontology
Volunteer faculty at IUSD (until 2015)
Visiting professorships in Japan and Thailand
Philanthropic support for theaters, symphonies, veterans' causes, heart and cancer associations
Funded redesign and outfitting of IUSD graduate clinic
Established O'Leary-Hancock Endowed Chair of Periodontics at IUSD
Post-retirement work at Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Participated in Apollo 13 recovery mission as medical team member aboard USS Iwo Jima (April 1970)
Passionate barbecue sauce creator who believed he made the 'most perfect barbecue sauce in the world'
Skilled card player in cutthroat cribbage and bridge
Accomplished musician who played trombone and piano with a rich singing voice
Encyclopedic knowledge of classical music; could identify pieces, orchestras, conductors and dates after hearing a few bars
Photography enthusiast and award-winning photographer with multiple Best of Show wins
Maintained a darkroom in nearly every house he lived in
Created award-winning images on all seven continents with expeditions to Arctic and Antarctic circles
Annually curated holiday greeting cards featuring his 'Best of the Best' photography selections
Hosted photography slideshow evenings and photography club meetings
Married twice: to Caryl Rae Ramstadt (1966-2017) and Mary Atwood Hetrick (2020)
Had daughters whose extracurricular activities he documented photographically
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