Elizabeth
Andrews,
DDS, MS
Western University of Health Sciences
CA,
United States
Dr. Elizabeth Andrews obtained her DDS from UOP School of Dentistry, practiced for 10 years in Merced, California and completed an MS and specialty training in Oral Maxillofacial Pathology at UNC Chapel Hill. Dr. Andrews joined WesternU CDM in 2008 where she served as the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and the IPE Implementation Liaison. She coauthored and developed an IP simulated standardized patient activity aimed at nine health professions, utilizing IPEC Core Competencies. In 2022, after serving 11 years as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, she was appointed to serve as the Dean for the College of Dental Medicine.
Presenting at CAB 2025:
This study highlights the effectiveness of an ATOSCE in advancing interprofessional competencies among dental and optometry students. Through role-playing and reflective exercises, students gained valuable insights into patient care, emphasizing empathy, communication, and collaboration, critical for delivering equitable and holistic healthcare.