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Commencement Program 2023, Loma Linda University

Commencement Programs

CONTENTS

1 | Message from the President

3 | 2023 Events of Commencement

5 | The Academic Procession

6 | Institutional Administration

7 | Board of Trustees

8 | Significance of Academic Regalia

9 | University History Highlights

11 | Criteria for Institutional Awards

13 | Loma Linda University Health and Loma Linda University Honorees

25 | The Program, The School Honorees, and The Speakers

• School of Medicine, 26
• School of Pharmacy, 52
• School of Dentistry, 69
• School of Public Health, 93
• San Manuel Gateway College, 108
• School of Allied Health Professions—Allied Health Studies, Cardiopulmonary Sciences, Clinical Laboratory Science, Communication …

Seventy Years Of Commitment To Dental Progress, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Articulator (Dentistry Journal)

Seventy years of dental progress at Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, 1953-2023.

3 | Dedication to Dr. Melvin Lund
4 | Introduction
6 | Reducing Pain and Anxiety
9 | What is Dental Caries?
10 | Restoring Teeth - Innovative Methods & Materials
12 | Replacing Missing Teeth - Dental Implants
14 | Periodontics - The Loma Linda Group
15 | Orthodontics - Innovative Use of Computer Tomography
16 | Biocentric Cements - A Major Endodontic Innovation
17 | Advances in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
17 | The Role of Pediatric Dentistry in Orofacial Clefts
18 | Progress in …

The Role Of The Filifactor Alocis Hypothetical Protein Fa1654 In Oxidative Stress Resistance, Malissa Makaylia Mangar

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

The survival/adaptation of Fillifactor alocis, a fastidious gram positive asaccharolytic anaerobe in the inflammatory environment of the periodontal pocket, requires an ability to overcome oxidative stress. Moreover, emerging observations suggest its pathogenic characteristics are highlighted by its capacity to survive in the oxidative-stress microenvironment of the periodontal pocket and its likely ability to modulate the microbial community dynamics. There is still a significant gap in our understanding of F. alocis mechanism of oxidative stress resistance and its impact on the virulence and pathogenicity of the microbial biofilm. The pathogenicity of F. alocis may be impacted by its response to oxidative …

Maxillary Central Incisor Rr In Hispanic And Non-Hispanic White Patients With Rme, Madison Healy

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Introduction: Apical root resorption is one of the most common adverse effects of orthodontic treatment. Forces used during orthodontic tooth movement can cause permanent loss of apical surfaces of teeth and although most reported cases of root resorption are asymptomatic, the process is irreversible and often unpredictable. Thus, it is of clinical interest to investigate which patients may be at greatest risk.

Purpose: This study utilized Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) to evaluate whether rapid maxillary expansion (RME) in Hispanic patients increased the severity of orthodontically induced apical root resorption.

Materials and Methods: Pre-treatment (T1) and post-treatment …

Extraction Vs. Non-Extraction: Comparing Orthodontic Root Resorption, Benjamin Rush

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Introduction: Orthodontically induced apical root resorption (OIARR) can be a risk to orthodontic treatment. Advancements in imaging warrant further investigation into potential causes and solutions are worthwhile. Purpose: This study compared incidence and severity of OIARR in incisors during orthodontic treatment with and without bicuspid extractions. Materials and Methods: This study included 63 patients (504 teeth). DICOM CBCT images were imported into OsiriX MD software (version 10.0.3) for tooth length measurements from coronal and sagittal views in all incisors and incisal angulation for central incisors. Difference in tooth length from incisal edge to root apex from pre-treatment and post-treatment measurements …

Alumni Journal - Volume 93, Number 2, Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

Alumni Journal, School of Medicine

Editorials
2 | From the Editor
4| From the President
6 | From the Dean

News
8 | School of Medicine News
10 | Alumni News
11 | This and That
12 | Students
14 | AIMS Report
16 | Department Report: Gynecology and Obstetrics

Graduation 2022
19 | Graduation Feature

Features
34 | By the Graduates
38 | Graduate Medical Education at LLUH
42 | Curriculum Transformation
46 | Historical Snapshot
47 | Alumni Spotlight

In Memoriam
49 | Alumni Remembered: Featured obituaries - George T. Harding IV '53-B; John W. Mace '64

Commencement Program 2022, Loma Linda University

Commencement Programs

CONTENTS

1 | Message from the President

3 | 2022 Events of Commencement

5 | The Academic Procession

6 | Institutional Administration

7 | Board of Trustees

8 | Significance of Academic Regalia

9 | University History Highlights

11 | Criteria for Institutional Awards

13 | Loma Linda University Health and Loma Linda University Honorees

27 | The Programs, The School Honorees, and The Speakers

• School of Medicine, 28
• School of Pharmacy, 52
• School of Dentistry, 67
• School of Public Health, 92
• School of Allied Health Professions - Allied Health Studies, Cardiopulmonary Sciences, Clinical Laboratory Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders, …

Titanium Particles Within Mucosa During Non-Surgical Implant Debridement, Holvin Louie

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Titanium implants affected by peri-implantitis lesions are often treated non-surgically with various instruments, which may produce titanium particles that can become lodged within the peri-implant mucosa. Thus, a foreign body reaction may ensue. The aim is to assess the embedment of titanium particles into soft tissues from titanium implants via a stainless-steel ultrasonic scaler (SSU) versus a titanium hand scaler (TH). Sand-blasted, large grit, acid-etched surface-treated titanium implants were implanted into pig legs after creating peri-implantitis defects. Each implant was subjected to only one instrument type. Sequential strokes were conducted followed by thorough irrigation with sterile water. Soft tissue curettage …

Accuracy Of Implant Placement Comparing A Tissue Level Static Guide Vs. Dynamic Navigation Using The X-Mark Protocol On Edentulous Mandibles: A Laboratory Study, Nicholas Poovey

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Introduction: With the use of computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), along with cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), clinicians can have a static surgical guide fabricated to aid in the placement of implants. Dynamic navigation forgoes the step of fabricating a static surgical guide. A new software and protocol have been created for dynamic navigation surgery. Data for the accuracy of this protocol on fully edentulous arches is limited and therefore leads us to this study.

Purpose: The aim of this study is to compare the accuracy of implant placement in an edentulous ridge using static tissue level surgical guides …

A Study In Fresh Human Cadaver Heads Examining The Incidence Of Maxillary Sinus Membrane Perforation During Crestal Sinus Elevation Comparing Osteotomes To Osseodensification Drills., Thaer Alqadoumi

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Introduction: Crestal sinus membrane elevation technique is a surgical procedure that helps gain vertical bone volume when there is a pneumatization of the maxillary sinus. Due to some visual limitations inherent to the procedure, the potential for maxillary sinus membrane perforations and subsequent complications exists. A crestal sinus lift using osseodensification drills has been used lately but there are not many studies to support the protocol. The primary aim of the study is to evaluate the incidence of sinus membrane perforation during Osseodensification compared to the incidence of bone added crestal sinus elevation using osteotomes (BAOSFE). The secondary aim …

Effect Of Splinting Implant Scan Bodies Intraorally On The Trueness Of Complete Arch Digital Impressions: A Clinical Study, Kawther Mahmoud Ali

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of splinting scan bodies intraorally on the trueness and scan time of implant digital impressions of the edentulous arch.

Materials and Methods: Nineteen edentulous jaws undergoing fixed complete denture treatment with a minimum of 4 implants were selected for this study. Verified master casts of the patients’ edentulous jaws were scanned with a desktop laboratory scanner and scan bodies to obtain a reference (control) scan for each patient. Intraoral scan bodies were hand tightened on all the implants in the edentulous arch and an intraoral scan was …

Alumni Journal - Volume 92, Number 3, Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

Alumni Journal, School of Medicine

Editorials
2 | From the Editor
4 | From the President
6 | From the Dean

News
8 | Alumni News + This and That
11 | APC 2022 Preview
12 | School of Medicine News
14 | Students
16 | Department Reports: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Cardiology

The New Hospital
20 | Campus Transformation
22 | By the Numbers
24 | Historical Snapshot: LLUH Emergency Department

Features
27 | Mission Stories: Connecting the Disconnected
28 | Chad: Staci Davenport '14
30 | Sierra Leone: James Fernando '16
32 | Angola: Annelisa Olson '04
34 | Guam: Michael Robinson …

Evaluating The Treatment Effectiveness And Efficiency Of The Df2 Protocol Using Invisalign® For Treatment Of Class Ii Malocclusion: A Retrospective Comparison Study, Bryan J. Otis

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Purpose: This retrospective study evaluated the treatment effectiveness and efficiency of the DF2 protocol for correction of class II malocclusions in comparison to conventional protocol using Invisalign®.

Materials and Methods: Clinical and cephalometric data of patients that were treated for class II malocclusion between July 30, 2014 and July 22, 2021 were reviewed and selected. The selected patients were matched for age, sex, and treatment complexity and divided into two groups: Group 1 (G1) —DF2 protocol and Group 2 (G2)—conventional class II Invisalign®. Clinical variables to represent the skeletal and dentoalveolar changes during treatment were assessed using pre-treatment (T1) …

Llusd Articulator - Volume 32, Number 1, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Articulator (Dentistry Journal)

Contents:

5 | Dean's Message
9 | Faculty arrive & advance
10 | Zina Johnston leads Clinic Administration; Shelly Withers chairs Dental Hygiene
11 | Paul Richardson retires
13 | Drs. Li & Zhang retire
14 | Kris Marshall retires
15 | LLUSD Student Research runs the CDA table
18 | LLUSD's 2021 virtual commencement
39 | Faculty awards
45 | NEWS
Pickleball Champs
46 | Melvin Lund visits
47 | Tina Saw restores
49 | Sara Chang ninja
51 | Monty Suprono fights the virus
52 | Chi Viet awarded & serves
53 | Elisabetta Cotti resigns
54 | …

Alumni Journal - Volume 92, Number 2, Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

Alumni Journal, School of Medicine

Editorials
2 | From the Editor
4 | From the President
6 | From the Dean

News
8 | School of Medicine News
10 | Alumni News
12 | Students
14 | AIMS Report
16 | Department Reports: Radiology and Neurology

Graduation 2021
20 | Graduation Feature

Features
36 | By the Graduates
40 | Malamulo Heart Clinic
42 | The String that Draws Us to Our Alma Mater
44 | Adventist Medical Education
48 | Alumni Spotlight: Reginald R. Sherrill '77-A

In Memoriam
51 | Alumni Remembered

Commencement Program 2021 (School Of Dentistry), Loma Linda University

Commencement Programs

CONTENTS

1 | Message from the President

2 | 2021 Events of Commencement

4 | University Administration

5 | Significance of Academic Regalia

8 | Criteria for Institutional Awards

10 | Loma Linda University Health and Loma Linda University Honorees

23 | The Program, The School Honorees, and The Speaker

26 | Candidates for Degrees

41 | The Dental Pledge

42 | Awards

Alumni Journal - Volume 92, Number 1, Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

Alumni Journal, School of Medicine

Editorials
2 | From the Editor
4 | From the President
6 | From the Dean

News
7 | This and That
10 | School of Medicine News
12 | Students - Spencer J. Freed ('22)
14 | Alumni News
16 | AIMS Report
18 | Department Reports: Ophthalmology and Medicine

APC 2021
23 | APC 2021 in Review

Features
34 | COVID-19 Vaccination
36 | Oral Roberts to Loma Linda
39 | Yearning for Healing
41 | Alumni Spotlight
42 | Historical Snapshot

In Memoriam
45 | Featured Obituary - Clifton D. Reeves ('60)
46 | Alumni Remembered

The Effect Of Diet On The Variation Of Blood And Urine Heavy Metal Biomarkers Among National Health And Nutrition Examination Survey (Nhanes) Subjects: A Secondary Data Analysis, Devineé Lingo, Alyssa Perri

Loma Linda University Research Reports

Background: Heavy metals are non-essential elements that provide no biological benefit to the human body. Heavy metals such as lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium are toxic to humans even in trace amounts. Humans are exposed to various heavy metals through ingestion of contaminated food and water supplies. Heavy metals can accumulate in body organs and displace essential minerals leading to detrimental health effects such as neurological, endocrine, and immune dysfunction, that can result in long-term damage.

Objective: The purpose of this graduate student research study was to examine the effect of diet on the variation of blood and urine lead, …

Llusd Articulator - Volume 31, Number 2, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Articulator (Dentistry Journal)

Contents:

5 | Dean's Message
8 | Faculty arrive and faculty advance
10 | Mary Hartwell concludes 40 years
11 | LLUSD's 2020 virtual commencement
26 | Student research surmounts the virus
38 | The legacies left by
Dr. Donald Peters,
Dr. Doug Roberts, &
Dr. Elmer Kelln

Overcoming: Resilience In The Face Of Life's Adversity, Loma Linda University Health

Scope

Table of Contents

Features
6 | COVID-19 and our response
10 | Advocating for race equality
20 | 5 questions with Ihab Dorotta, MD
24 | Healing, advocating against acid attacks
28 | Superman's student support
30 | PossAbilities athlete makes U.S. Paralympic team
34 | Overcoming addiction

Departments
4 | From the President: Renewing our commitment
12 | News: Clinical and campus news
40 | Alumni: Serving in the U.S. and abroad
44 | Annual Report: The fiscal year's people and status

Alumni Journal - Volume 91, Number 3, Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

Alumni Journal, School of Medicine

Editorials
2 | From the Editor
4 | From the President
7 | From the Dean

News
8 | Alumni News + This and That
10 | APC Preview
14 | AIMS Report
16 | School of Medicine News
18 | Students
20 | Department Reports: Transplant Surgery: Michael de Vera, MD (chief)

Missions
22 | Mission Stories: Trained to Heal, Choosing to Serve
24 | Haiti: Scott Nelson '96
28 | Nepal: Jonathon Thorp '12
30 | Honduras: Joel Mundall '06
32 | Zambia: Janie Yoo '06
34 | Chad: Andrew Trecartin '11
36 | Cameroon: Trixy Franke '06 …

Non-Accidental Trauma: Nature Of Subsequent Encounters And Related Outcomes, Marina Bassili

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Physical abuse results in a wide array of adverse outcomes, and victims of child abuse often require long-term, intensive care depending on the scope and severity of their trauma. The present study is an extension of a study which examined the services provided in the hospital to children with physical abuse that resulted in hospitalization (Kazandjian, et. al., 2016). It will examine the nature of subsequent hospital encounters in pediatric victims of Non-Accidental Trauma (NAT) at the Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital (LLUCH). Researchers will investigate the short-term and long-term physical, neurological, cognitive/developmental, behavioral, and social emotional effects experienced by …

Validity Of The Perceptual Ability Test, Brandon Schmid

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

The Perceptual Ability Test (PAT), a subtest of the Dental Admissions Test (DAT), has been used for many years by US Dental Schools to evaluate the perceptual ability of incoming applicants of their program. Perceptual ability is broadly defined as the ability to accurately process and interpret visual sensory information. Perceptual Ability skills are important in the field of Dentistry, as they are critical to the applied use of various dental tools and in surgical skills. It is assumed that performance on the PAT is predictive of dental students’ surgical skill development. However, multiple studies have found that the PAT …

Medical And Parental Predictors Of Self-Efficacy In Pediatric Chronic Illness, Naina Mahtani

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Self-efficacy, defined as the belief in one’s ability to succeed, is particularly important in youth struggling with chronic illness (CI) given its association with poorer adherence and worse prognosis. Parental factors such as income and marital status, and youth factors such as number of hospitalizations have been examined as contributing to self-efficacy in children. The aim of the current study was to assess the extent to which these variables predict self-efficacy in a sample of youth 8-17 suffering from CI. Data were collected from 217 families with a child with a CI aged 8-17, being seen by a medical provider …

A Comparison Of The Area Of The Internal Nasal Valve In Cbct And Mri, Chantelle Ghiam

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Objective: This study compared the agreement between whole head Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) and 3T Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) methods to assess the cross-sectional area of the internal nasal valve.

Methods: Thirteen human subjects (mean age 15y11m) were used in this study. All scans were preformed [sic] within two weeks of one another. CBCT images were made with an 18x16 inch field of view, exposure time of 5.4 s, and resolution of 0.3x0.3x0.3 mm. 3T MR images were captured as contiguous sagittal images of the whole head with a T1-weighted 3D imaging sequence (Magnetization Prepared Rapid Acquisition by …

Attitudes And Understanding Of Orthodontic Treatment Using Comic Vs. Text Format, Darron Miya

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Objectives: To examine adolescent patient attitudes and understanding of basic orthodontic treatment information presented in either comic book format or plain text.

Methods: This study involved subjects undergoing orthodontic treatment at the Loma Linda University Graduate Orthodontic Clinic. Subjects were randomly assigned to two groups: Group 1 subjects received an orthodontic comic book to read, while Group 2 subjects received a plain text information sheet containing the same pertinent information as Group 1. All subjects completed an identical survey regarding the material they read. Statistical analysis consisted of a chi-square test at α = 0.05 to determine potential …

Llusd Articulator - Volume 31, Number 1, Loma Linda University School Of Dentistry

Articulator (Dentistry Journal)

Contents:

6 | Dean's Message
10 | Curriculum transformation continues
11 | Holli Riter appointed Chief Medical Officer
15 | Patient Layla's "jaw in a day"
17 | Just-in-time Homecoming 2020
26 | From the Class of 1970, a story of service
27 | LLUSD manages a pandemic
33 | Imaging Clinic acquires NewTom VGi EVO
35 | Lane Thomsen honored for CE contributions

Commencement Program 2020 (School Of Dentistry), Loma Linda University

Commencement Programs

CONTENTS

2 | Message from the President

3 | Message from the Dean

4 | University History Highlights

6 | Candidates for Degrees

Comparison Of Heat Generated During Twist Drilling Protocol By Guided And Non-Guided Implant Surgery, Joshua Lee

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Introduction: Guided implant surgery is becoming more prevalent among clinicians and is crucial for cases in which there are concerns about the proximity of the implant to vital anatomical structures, esthetic concerns, and the amount/quality of bone available. Surgical guides help with the angulation and positioning of the implant through the use of a CBCT scan and digital intraoral impression. However, there are some drawbacks with guided surgery. Heat that is generated during the osteotomy is one of the issues that has been of concern. The guide acts as a shield against the water irrigation from reaching the osteotomy …

A Comparison Of Heat Generated Between Carbide And Diamond Bur During Implantoplasty, Bryce Chun

Loma Linda University Electronic Theses, Dissertations & Projects

Purpose: This study was conducted to evaluate heat generated during the implantoplasty procedure by comparing the heat generated using either a carbide or diamond round bur. Materials and Methods: Bovine ribs were selected as the osseous model for this study. Changes in temperature were measured using a digital thermometer (Extech SDL200 four channel thermometer, Extech instruments, Melrose MA). Ther k-thermocouples were positioned within the implant screw access, apex of the implant, and crestal bone adjacent to the implant and ambient air. 5 bovine rib bone blocks were prepared by place 5 cylindrical titanium grade 5 alloy large grit sand blasted …