Tamer El-Gendy, DMD, BDS, MS
Term Expires: 01/01/2025
Dr. Tamer El-Gendy, DMD, BDS, MS, is a Professor and the Director of Prosthodontic Department at The Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health, A.T. Still University. He obtained his dental degree from Cairo University's Faculty of Dentistry in 1996. Dr. El-Gendy then pursued advanced training in Prosthodontics and earned his Certificate and Master's degree from the University of Minnesota in 2001. Additionally, he completed a Postdoctoral Implant Dentistry Fellowship at The Ohio State University in 2002, focusing on advanced implant patient restoration and the treatment of implant complications. Dr. El-Gendy obtained his DMD from A.T. Still University in 2010
Following his fellowship, Dr. El-Gendy joined The Ohio State University College of Dentistry as a full-time assistant professor in 2002. His exceptional dedication to education led to the recognition of his outstanding teaching abilities, receiving the Larry Peterson Outstanding Young Educator Award from Ohio State University in 2004 and being named The Outstanding Teacher of the Year in 2005 and 2009.
Since 2004, Dr. El-Gendy has been a member of the faculty at The Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health, where he imparts his expertise in courses such as Complete Denture, All Ceramic Restorations, Digital Dentistry, and Dental Implant to pre-doctoral and graduate students. His commitment to sharing knowledge extends to national and international platforms, where he delivers lectures in various continuing education courses and meetings.
With a specialization in prosthodontics, Dr. El-Gendy's practice focuses primarily on fixed and removable prosthodontics, esthetic dentistry, and implant restorations. His practice is conveniently located in Phoenix, Arizona, where he offers his patients exceptional care and expertise.
Dr. El-Gendy has been appointed as a member of the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners since January 2021, contributing to the regulation and advancement of dental practices. Additionally, he serves as a CDCA (Commission on Dental Competency Assessments) examiner since 2020, ensuring the high standards of dental competence and professionalism.
Dr. El-Gendy maintains active membership in esteemed professional associations, including the Egyptian Dental Association, Academy of Osseointegration, American College of Prosthodontics, and American Dental Education Association. These affiliations reflect his commitment to staying abreast of the latest advancements in dentistry and his dedication to professional development.