Dr. Irfan Salim
Department: Periodontology
Designation: Assistant Professor / Head of Quality Evaluation Cell
Dr. Irfan Salim is an accomplished periodontist, currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Periodontology and Head of the Quality Evaluation Cell (QEC) at Rehman College of Dentistry. He graduated from Khyber College of Dentistry in 2008 and gained valuable experience through his house job, internship, and attachments in the UK and UAE.
Dr. Salim's professional journey includes working in various dental clinics in Peshawar, UAE, and Pakistan, holding positions such as Trainee Medical Officer, Registrar, and Senior Registrar in Periodontology departments. He cleared his MOH, DHA, and HAAD certifications in UAE and earned his MCPS degree from the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Pakistan in 2018.
As Head of QEC, Dr. Salim has single-handedly digitalized the cell, creating modular faculty and course evaluation questionnaires, faculty ratings, and a webpage for easy access. He regularly maintains the QEC webpage ((link unavailable)) and conducts annual faculty feedback and online education evaluation.
Dr. Salim's commitment to quality assurance and improvement has significantly contributed to the institution's growth. His expertise in Periodontology and dedication to teaching and quality evaluation make him a valuable asset to our college.
Area of Expertise
- Non-surgical and Surgical periodontal therapy
- Aesthetic dentistry (Digital smile design)
- Patient management and reassessment
- Patient handling
- Quality Evaluation Cell formation and working since June 2019 to present
Course Taught
- Clinical demonstration to 3rd Year BDS
- Theoretical lectures to 3rd Year BDS
- BDS
- MCPS
- Inhalation Sedation – 2020
- Digital Smile Design, UAE – 2016
- Clear aligners, UAE – 2015
- BLS by Rescue 1122 – 2020
- BLS by American Dental Association - 2014
- Clinical Implantology, Dr Khurram Ataullah – 2011
- Accredited Specialist in Periodontology at CPSP
- Winner 3m ESPE Pakistan Quiz Competition – Oct 2014
- Best Oral Research Presentation, KMU Annual Research Health Symposium, 2010.
- Letter of appreciation from Operative Dentistry & Endodontic Department, Khyber College of Dentistry
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- Pakistan Association of Orthodontists (PAO)
- College of Physicians and surgeons (CPSP)
- Registered member of Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC)