Dr Katsushi Okazaki

Clinical Education and Training

Clinical Assistant Professor, New York University
College of Dentistry, USA
Clinical Associate Professor, Tokyo Dental College, Japan
Part-time Lecturer, Tohoku University, Japan

Specialties

Endodontist, United States of America

Academic/Clinical Education

Dr. Okazaki, a Clinical Assistant Professor at New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry, specializes in postgraduate education and advanced clinical treatment. With extensive experience in numerous clinical residency programs, he has authored internationally renowned textbooks in endodontics. He served as a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Minnesota, Department of Developmental Surgery. After completing his postgraduate education at NYU, he became a certified endodontist in the United States. He served on the dental specialist team at NYU Langone Medical Center. His expertise in endodontics encompasses non-surgical root canal treatment, complex surgical endodontics, management of dental trauma, and differential diagnosis of orofacial pain. In Japan, he holds a position as Clinical Associate Professor at Tokyo Dental College, actively engaging in clinical education and research. As one of the few dental professionals who have established successful careers in Japan and the United States, he plays a crucial role in bridging international practices in dentistry, contributing significantly to the global advancement of dental care through his broad experience and specialized knowledge.

AWARDS AND HONORS: NEW YORK UNIVERSITY

2015: Distinguished Educators Award
2018: Research Award
2019: Outstanding professional distinction