Michael Yoo

Experienced and caring dentist with over 10 years of clinical experience as a dentist and dental assistant combined. Known for providing compassionate and supportive care to patients. Skilled leader committed to high standards and outstanding patient satisfaction. Proficient in clinical review, policy implementation, and communication.

Neighborcare Health at Providence St. Peter Hospital, Olympia, WA/USA August 2022 - Present

Locums Dentist/ Locums Preceptor

• Provided clear and informative patient education on oral hygiene practices and preventative care.
• Formulated effective treatment plans to address various dental issues and improve oral health.
• Delivered urgent care during emergency dental situations to alleviate pain and prevent further complications.
• Performed a wide range of dental procedures to restore and enhance the oral health of patients.
• Preceptor for GPR residents and signed off on restorations.
• Preceptor for hygiene students and signed off on hygiene appointments.
• Stepped in for attending faculty when they were unable to be on the floor.

Associate Dentist

• Educated patients on proper oral hygiene practices and preventive care measures.
• Diagnosed oral diseases through dental examination and analysis of patient symptoms.
• Performed various dental procedures including hygiene, fillings, dentures, all root canals, and extractions.
• Created customized treatment plans based on individual patient needs and treatment goals.
• Reviewed previous dental restorations and redid at no cost to ensure high standards of quality and patient satisfaction. 
• Educate new dental assistants and extern assistants while managing consistent schedules and ensuring patients are able to schedule in a timely manner.
• Turn over rooms for dental assistants when running behind.

• Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA/USA August 2018 – May 2022
  • Doctor of Dental Medicine
• Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ/USA August 2017 – June 2018
  • Master of Biomedical Sciences 
• Department of Biology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA/USA August 2009 – June 2013
  • Bachelor of Science, General Biology 
• The University of Washington College of Education, Seattle, WA/USA August 2009 – June 2013
  • Minor in Education, Learning, and Society