Dr Igor Cernavin
Dr George Alexopoulos
Mrs Ruth Alima
Dr Sangeeta .V. Subramanian
Dr Jack Zaks
Dr. Marabelle Aranguren-Kwek
Dr Sangeeta .V. Subramanian
Dr Michael Koller
Dr George Lazaridis
Dr Menaka Arundathi Abuzar
Dr Annette Humplik
Dr Sajeev Koshy
Dr Margarita Silva
Assoc Prof Michael McCullough
Dr Luan Ngo
Dr Anamalay Ayasamy
Dr Andrew Dias
Mrs Gillian Zaks
Dr Debbie Zaks
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B.D.S.(Adel.) M.D.S. (Melb.) M.F.R.A.C.D.S.(pros) F.A.D.I.
Prosthodontist, Director and cofounder of AIDER, Honourary Senior Fellow (University of Melbourne Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences), Australian Representative of the World Federation of Laser Dentistry, Chairman of the Defence Committee (ADA Vic branch). Dr. Cernavin has had considerable experience as both a general dental practitioner and a specialist prosthodontist. He has been teaching at Melbourne University for over 20 years as well as examining graduate dentists and post graduate theses. For many years Dr. Cernavin was a lecturer and examiner for the Australian Dental Council (ADC), lecturing and examining overseas trained dentists who wish to practice in Australia. Dr. Cernavin continues to teach both at AIDER and Melbourne University as well as participating as a lecturer and demonstrator for Continuing Education Courses organised by Melbourne University, the ADA and AIDER. Dr. Cernavin is a recognised Australian authority on lasers in dentistry and the author of many publications in both refereed and non refereed journals on topics including prosthodontics, lasers in dentistry and dental defence matters.
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Director and Co-founder of AIDER
Dr. George Alexopoulos graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Science (B.D.Sc.) from
The University of Melbourne in 1997. In 1998, he held the position of rresident (oral and maxillofacial surgery and dentistry) at Monash Medical Centre. Since then, he has practiced general dentistry in both public and private sectors. Between 2004 and 2006,
Dr. Alexopoulos was Head of the Bridging Program for Overseas Trained Dentists which was conducted by Dental Health Services Victoria at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne. In 2003, Dr. Alexopoulos completed a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from Monash University. He currently holds a Business Development Management role with Dentsply Australia.
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Manager and Coordinator of AIDER courses
Ruth Alima has an excess of 30 years experience as a dental nurse both in the private and public sectors. For the past seven years she has been involved specifically in the training of overseas dentists wishing to sit for their qualifying examination at the Royal Dental Hospital, Melbourne. Her duties included training candidates in infection control, communication skills required in a clinical environment, preparation for the Part 3 Clinical Qualifying Examination as well as other areas. Ruth brings invaluable skills and knowledge of ADC examination requirements to the AIDER course.
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B.D.S(Syd.)LDS(Vic)
- Graduated Sydney University 1970
- Joined ADA Vic. Branch in 1971
- Started Private Practice in Melbourne in 1972
- Special Interests in Orthopedic Dentistry and Crown and Bridgework
- Retired from Clinical Dentistry in 2005
- Began Teaching Restorative Dentistry and Radiology at Aider in 2006
- Member of ADA Vic Branch Adhoc Committee for Overseas Trained Dentists
Committed to Learning and Dedicated to the Pursuit of Excellence.
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Educational qualifications and Professional affiliations:
1967 Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S) (Cey), University of Ceylon.
1977 Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) (Pros. Dent) University of Singapore.
1980 Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow
(FDSRCPS) (Glasgow) Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow.
1999 Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) University of Hong Kong.
1995 Fellow of the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine (FHKAM Hong Kong Academy of Medicine.
1996 - 2001 Fellow of the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong
(FCDSHK) College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong.
2001 Fellow of the College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong (Prosthodontics) (FCDSHK) (Prosthod).
2008 Member of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (Prosthodontics) (MRACDS)(Prosthod)
Employment history
June 2003 to date
1. Dental Health Services Victoria
Specialist Prosthodontist
2. School of Dental Science, University of Melbourne- Clinical tutor
B.D.S teaching programme
3. Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University
(RMIT University) Clinical Demonstrator - Advanced Diploma in Dental Technology Course.
4. Asia Pacific Institute of Dental Education and Research
(AIDER) Prosthodontics course.
27.12.1987 – 30.6.2003
Oral Rehabilitation (formerly Prosthetic Dentistry), Faculty of
Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Assistant Professor.
29.7.1986 – 10.12.1987.
Dentistry Department, Faculty of Medicine, University of Papua New
Guinea, Boroko, Papua New Guinea, Lecturer.
29.5.1981 – 28.5.1986
Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Associate Professor in Prosthetic Dentistry.
31.1.1980 – 28.5.1981
Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Lecturer in Prosthetic Dentistry and Dental Materials.
15.8.1978 – 15.12.1979.
Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, England
Senior House Officer,
7.1.1974 – 31.7 1978
Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Lecturer in Prosthetic Dentistry and Dental Materials.
1.2.1969 – 15.12.1973
Dental School, University of Ceylon, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Demonstrator in Prosthetic Dentistry.
20.4.1967 – 31.1.1969
Dental Institute, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Dental Officer/House Officer.
Administrative responsibilities
Head of Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry,
University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 1.12.1976 – 31.7.1978 &
Aug. 1981 - 31.5.1985.
Acting Head, Dentistry Department, Faculty of Medicine, University of
Papua New Guinea. 29.7.1986 – 10.12.1987 from time to time when required.
Clinic Manager, 4th floor Oral Rehabilitation clinic, Prince Philip Dental
Hospital, Hong Kong. July 1997 – Dec. 1999.
External Examiner
University of Singapore. Prosthetic Dentistry – 1978, 1982 & 1984;
Dental Materials – 1983 & 1986.
Others -
Hong Kong Dental Council - Examination for overseas trained
Dentists.
College of Dental Surgeons of Hong Kong – Exit examination in
Prosthodontics, Speciality Board in Prosthodontics examination.
Visiting Honorary Lecturer
School of Dental Science, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka – 1997,1999 & 2002.
Research interests
Main research interest – Dental magnets: their physical behaviour and design.
Publications, Abstracts & Presentations – 0ver 70
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Dr. Annette Humplik is a Board Registered Specialist with 20 years clinical experience in General and Prosthodontic Dentistry and 10 years experience in education and teaching.
Dr. Humplik obtained her B.D.Sc. from the University of Melbourne in 1989 and her MDSc in Prosthodontics in 2000 (University of Melbourne). She completed an Executive Master of Business Administration (MBA Exec) from the Graduate School of Business, RMIT in 2008.
Practice:
Specialist in Private Practice – 182 Pascoe Vale Road, Moonee Ponds, 3039
Specialist Consultant – Dental Health Services of Melbourne, Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne.
Currently, an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer to the Melbourne Dental School, University of Melbourne, Clinical Demonstrator to the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry, Convener of several Dental Health Services of Victoria (DHSV) CPD programs, Member of the DHSV Clinical Leadership Council, and Clinical Director and founder of the Enhance© Program.
Dr. Humplik’s philosophies of treatment are based on sound treatment planning with a strong preventive and minimalist approach.
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B.D.Sc.. Hons (Melb) PhD (pending completion) DCD (Perio) (pending completion)
Dr Luan Ngo graduated with honors from the University of Melbourne in 1999. Having worked in both public and private practice, he has completed his specialist training in Periodontics from the Melbourne Dental School. Luan has also completed a PhD in periodontal related research. Luan has been involved in teaching undergraduate dental students since 2004, and is currently a lecturer and convener of the undergraduate periodontal program at the Melbourne Dental School. Luan also works part-time as a periodontist on Collins Street.
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B.D.S Otago
George graduated from Otago University in 1978. A year was spent in NZ, then a move to London resulted in 26 years in his own private practice. He sold in 2005 to come back closer to home with his wife and two children.
He now works as a demonstrator at the University of Melbourne, part time in private practice and works for AIDER instructing in case assessment, x-ray interpretation and treatment planning. For a short period he was also involved with Guild Insurance in a “further education” programme.
His personal interests are both in endodontics and prosthodontics . He is a member of
- Australian Dental Association
- British Dental Association
George’s hobbies are travel, squash and golf.
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ADC Cert (Melb); DDM (Manila
Studied 6 years of Dentistry (1984-1990) in Centro Escolar University, Manila Philippines
- Graduated and cleared the Philippine Dental Board Examination on 1990
- Practiced 13 years of General Dentistry with 8 years of Preventive and Limited Corrective Orthodontics in the Philippines
- Migrated to Melbourne Australia March 2004 and worked as a Dental Nurse for almost 3 years
- Cleared the ADC Preliminary Exam 2006 and Clinical Exam 2007
- Practicing as a Dentist since 2007
- A demonstrator in Restorative Dentistry at AIDER since May 2008 until present
- M E M B E R
- Australian Dental Council
- Australian Dental Practice of Victoria
- Australian Dental Association
- Philippine Dental Association
- Philippine Regulation Commission
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Grad Dip Psych, Hons (Psych), D.Psych (Clinical).
Debbie is a registered clinical psychologist with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Swinburne University. She is registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and a full member of the Australian Psychological Society (M.A.P.S). Debbie currently works as a private psychologist in two Melbourne locations. She has helped people with a wide range of problems, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem and confidence, social skills, relationship problems, and adjusting to life transitions. Previously she has worked in various settings, including a university counselling clinic, a community relationship-oriented counselling organisation, and correctional centres. In addition to individual counselling, she has delivered various group programs, including motivation enhancement programs and mindfulness wellbeing groups. She has worked as a university psychology tutor and has been involved in conducting various large-scale research projects. Debbie realises that completing the dental exam in Australia can be a time of great uncertainty and stress. She is dedicated to delivering a seminar that addresses stress management in a holistic way, combining strategies that calm the mind and body, to foster maximum exam performance.
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B.A. (Hons Linguistics) Dip.Ed. (ESL Eng.) Cert. Rem. Massage Trager Prac. and Tutor
Gillian has worked in Educational Research as a Consultant Linguist on various research projects involving reading and communication.
In recent years she has been working in Trager movement re-education where non verbal communication , self awareness and mindfulness were involved in the session.
She has completed further study of effective communicationskills as part of becoming a Trager Tutor.
Gillian commenced work at Aider in 2007.
She aims to give individually appropriate feedback that will raise the participant’s awareness of their communication style and the areas that need to be addressed to make it as effective as possible in the Australian setting.
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C.D. (Mex). M.S. (Minn), FICD
Cirujano Dentista (Dental Degree with Honors) Universidad Tecnologica de Mexico 1977
Master of Science, University of Minnesota 1980
Graduate Pedodontic Student Research Award, AAPD, 1981. Fellow International College of Dentist.
Private practice, Paediatric Dentistry Melbourne, 1983 -present
Dental Board of Victoria. 1990-1993
Publications: 14
Academic appointments: Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Mexico, 1980-1981, Louisiana State University, 1981-1983, University of Melbourne 1984-present
President of the Victorian branch of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Paediatric Dentistry 2010
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