Dr. Thomas Edward Southard, DDS
OrthodonticsNPI: 1699879692
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Dr. Thomas Southard is an orthodontist in Iowa City with 20 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. He earned his DDS from the Medical College of Virginia and completed a specialized orthodontic residency at the University of Tennessee, where he also taught. In addition to seeing patients, Dr. Southard serves as a Professor and Head of the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Iowa, bringing the latest orthodontic knowledge and techniques to his care. What makes Dr. Southard unique is his background—he originally trained as an electrical engineer before becoming a dentist, which gives him a distinctive approach to problem-solving. He is accepting new patients and is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists.
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Ohio State University (University Fellowship)
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Old Dominion University (summa cum laude)
- Orthodontic Residency, University of Tennessee (fellowship)
- DDS, Medical College of Virginia
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 09/11/2006
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
Beyond the Office
Professor and Head of the Department of Orthodontics at The University of Iowa
Taught at University of Tennessee
Originally trained as an electrical engineer before transitioning to dentistry
Spouse Karin is also an orthodontist
Received scholarship to study dentistry
Practiced general dentistry in the United States Navy
Currently resides in Iowa
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