Kalagi Panchal

Foreign-trained dentist with extensive hands-on clinical experience in restorative, surgical, endodontic, and pediatric procedures, bringing significantly deeper procedural knowledge and efficiency to dental assisting roles. Proficient in selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and materials, four-handed dentistry, digital radiography, sterilization, and maintaining clean, well-stocked operatories in high-volume settings. Excel at helping patients feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment while providing clear oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.

Recent PRN Dental Assistant experience in Grafton, WV, combined with over 3 years of comprehensive clinical training and community health outreach experience with underserved populations, enables intuitive anticipation of dentist needs, precise chairside support, and enhanced patient-centered care. Currently pursuing an M.P.H. in Epidemiology, eager to support Preston-Taylor Community Health Centers' mission of providing accessible, culturally sensitive dental care to the Preston-Taylor community regardless of ability to pay.

Dental Assistant (PRN) - Wexford Health Sources Inc. - Grafton, WV

(2026-03)

• Set up instruments, equipment, and materials needed for each procedure while leveraging extensive clinical training in restorative, surgical, and endodontic dentistry to anticipate dentist needs and enable seamless four-handed assisting
• Checked patients in, roomed patients, and assisted the dentist through efficient chairside support, helping patients feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment
• Provided oral hygiene, post-operative care, and post-insertion denture instructions as directed by the dentist, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to diverse community members
• Maintained a clean, well-stocked dental room and procedure-ready operatory at all times; ensured full compliance with sterilization protocols and OSHA standards; demonstrated initiative by assisting with scheduling, payment procedures, and cross-training to support front-desk duties when needed

Dental Observer (Chairside Clinical Exposure) - Bridgeport Family Dentistry - Bridgeport, WV

(2025-12 - 2026-01)

• Assisted chairside during restorative, emergency, and hygiene procedures by selecting and organizing instruments, equipment, and materials while drawing on broad dental procedure knowledge for accurate setup and smooth workflow
• Checked patients in, prepared operatories, sterilized instruments, and maintained infection control protocols while ensuring patient comfort pre- and post-treatment
• Supported digital radiography workflow, patient charting in practice management software, and efficient room turnover
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail and initiative by supporting patient flow and assisting the dental team as needed

Health and Environmental Justice Intern - Women Who Never Give Up Inc. (Community & Public Health) - Moorestown, NJ

(2025-06 - 2025-12)

• Delivered community health education and outreach on preventive health topics, including oral-systemic health connections, while creating accessible materials and coordinating events for underserved populations
• Developed and coordinated community health events and awareness campaigns, collecting participant feedback to improve engagement and address chronic illness prevention in diverse communities

Clinical Tutor, Dept. of Pediatric Dentistry - Ahmedabad Dental College and Hospital - Ahmedabad, Gujarat

(2023-10 - 2024-08)

• Guided pediatric patients and families with behavior management techniques and provided clear oral hygiene instructions, building strong communication skills that translate to compassionate dental assisting in community settings
• Led hands-on demonstrations of pediatric procedures including preventive restorations, rubber dam placement, and stainless-steel crown preparation concepts
• Mentored students on pediatric infection control protocols and safe clinical workflows in child-focused environments

Rotatory Dental Intern (Supervised Clinical Training) - Government Dental College and Hospital - Ahmedabad, Gujarat

(2022-10 - 2023-10)

Gained over 12 months of comprehensive clinical experience in a high-volume hospital setting, including restorations, extractions, root canal treatments, and prosthetics, providing foundational procedural insight that enhances effectiveness and efficiency as a dental assistant.

• Performed patient history assessments, treatment planning support, radiographic interpretation, and post-operative care while maintaining strict sterilization and infection control protocols
• Completed scaling, root planing, and full-mouth debridement procedures under faculty supervision

Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) - Epidemiology - Drexel University Dornsife School of Public Health (2026-06)

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S.) - Government Dental College and Hospital-Gujarat University (2018-09 - 2023-10)