Board Certification requires hundreds of additional hours of preparation to test judgement, skill and knowledge to demonstrate the highest quality of endodontic care. Only 24% of endodontists are Board Certified.
Dr. Derek Ego-Osuala received his undergraduate education at the University of Maryland at College Park. After graduating with honors in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science in both Physiology and Neuroscience, he attended the University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery (BCDS), the first dental school in the world. Dr. Ego-Osuala completed a three year Endodontic Post Graduate program at the University of Maryland BCDS.
He successfully defended his thesis in 2010, and went on to receive his certification in endodontics as well as a Master of Science (MS) degree in Oral Biology. Dr. Ego-Osuala is a Clinical Assistant professor at the University of Maryland BCDS. He is a specialist member of the American Association of Endodontists and a member of the American Dental Association, National Dental Association and Maryland State Dental Society. Dr Ego-Osuala is also a diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics.
Dr. Joshi received her degree of Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Baguio, Philippines in 2002, where she topped her batch. Upon graduation, Dr. Joshi returned back to her home country, Nepal, and practiced as a General Dentist for 6 years.
Dr. Joshi moved to the United States in 2008. She joined New York University College of Dentistry and received her degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2012. While at NYU Dr. Joshi was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, Omega chapter, a national dental honor society and graduated among the top ten percent in her class. Upon graduation from dental school, Dr. Joshi worked as a General Dentist for three years in Houston, Texas. During this period, Dr. Joshi realized her true interest in endodontics.
Dr. Joshi moved to Chicago to pursue her passion for Endodontics. She completed her post-doctorate advanced specialty training in Endodontics at University of Illinois-Chicago College of Dentistry. During her residency, Dr. Joshi did research on Comparison of debridement efficacy of Endovac and Passive ultrasonic irrigation in vitro.
She is a member of American Dental Association, American Association of Endodontists and Penick Endodontic study club. She is Board certified and a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. Dr Joshi has been happily married for over 12 years and has an energetic son who keeps her busy. In her free time, Dr. Joshi loves spending time with her family and enjoys hiking and biking.