Dr. Francisco Ramos-Gomez, DDS,MS,MPH
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1053486639
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About This Provider
Dr. Francisco Ramos-Gomez is a pediatric dentist with over 20 years of experience dedicated to keeping children's teeth healthy and strong. Based in Los Angeles, he specializes in preventing tooth decay in young children and works hard to make sure all kids—especially those from underserved communities—get quality dental care. Dr. Ramos-Gomez has earned advanced degrees from respected universities including Harvard School of Public Health, and he has been recognized nationally for his research in children's dental health. He is actively involved in leadership roles with major dental organizations and has co-founded programs that work to reduce dental health gaps for children in the United States and Mexico. When you see Dr. Ramos-Gomez, you're working with a trusted expert who is passionate about giving every child a healthy smile.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- M.S., Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, 1988
- M.P.H., Harvard School of Public Health, 1990
- D.D.S., Universidad Tecnologica de Mexico, 1980
Credential: DDS,MS,MPH
NPI registered: 11/21/2006
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- Hispanic Dental Association (Board)
- Dental Health Foundation (Board)
- American Academy of Pediatrics (Board)
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)
Awards & Recognition
- Kellogg Fellowship for International Development
- AAPD Best Research Award
- National Dental Association Foundation Colgate-Palmolive Faculty Recognition Award for Research (2011)
- IAPD Bright Smiles Bright Futures Award (2015)
Beyond the Office
Co-founded UCSF Center to Address Disparities in Children's Oral Health
UC California-Mexico Health Initiative (supporter, 1999-present)
Oral Health Task Force (Chair) - UC and Mexican scientists collaboration
Testified at U.S. Congressional Legislative Hearing on Hispanics
Participated in development of Surgeon General's Report on Oral Health
Director of UCLA Center for Children's Oral Health (UCCOH)
Director of UCLA Pediatric Dentistry Advanced Clinical Training Program (ACT)
NIH-NIDCR funded ECC community-based intervention clinical trials (23 consecutive years)
Proponent of global health and bi-national health activities
Focus on addressing cultural, environmental, and workforce factors in pediatric oral health disparities
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