Courses

Join us in 2026 for live virtual CE classes. Enroll through Columbia University CDM for one or more sessions this winter and spring - Joint Provider Live Webinar Series provided on different days and times to match your busy schedule. 

In-person - Highlights: Thomas Cangialosi Winter Meeting (Ortho)-Feb. 6; Cohn Memorial Lecture-Feb. 28; Birnberg Program Day-April 8; Archard Symposium-May 1.

Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, in conjunction with the Association for Continuing Dental Education, invites you to travel to Prague, Vienna, and Budapest on a trip that will combine continuing education with an exploration of this fascinating region.

2026 Travel Program: CE Land Travel - Prague, Vienna and Budapest (May 30-June 7)  Sold out! Waitlist only. Use Columbia code: COL2026. 2027 Travel Program destinations to be announced shortly.

Inquiries: dentalce@cumc.columbia.edu

E.g., 01/18/2026

  • Talking Dirty: An Enlightening Talk on OSHA and Infection Control

    Sunday, January 18, 2026
    1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    Online
    • College of Dental Medicine
    • Healthcare
    • Mailman School of Public Health
    • Clinical Health Sciences
    • College of Physicians and Surgeons
    • Columbia Nursing
    Register through Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Presenter: Karen Daw, MBA, BA, CECM, CDIPC - University of Minnesota Audience: All Dental Professionals Format: Lecture, held as Live Virtual, via Zoom.  Starts 1PM ET / 12PM CT / 10AM PT CDE Credits: 1.5    Course Fee: $59 for all registrants Details and to register   Inquiries: Contact CDM CE Office for assistance. Join “The OSHA Lady” for a fun and efficient workshop and discover the ultimate OSHA and infection prevention training! Prepare for an entertaining, interactive, and potentially life-saving experience as you tackle essential topics like respiratory protection, hand hygiene, and PPE. Discussions will focus on key recommendations from the CDC and OSHA, helping you reduce liability and enhance safety for the well-being of your team members and patients. ------------- Held in partnership with ACDE and 37 member dental schools as part of the 2026 Joint Provider Live Webinar Series.

  • Prescribing Antibiotics as Prophylaxis - Why (Or Why Not) ...

    Friday, January 23, 2026
    11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
    Online
    • College of Dental Medicine
    • Healthcare
    • Mailman School of Public Health
    • Clinical Health Sciences
    • College of Physicians and Surgeons
    • Columbia Nursing
    • Engineering
    Prescribing Antibiotics as Prophylaxis - Why (Or Why Not), When, What and How Register through Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Presenter: Revathi Shekar BDS, MDS - University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine Audience: All Dental Professionals Format: Lecture, held as Live Virtual, via Zoom.  Starts 11AM ET / 10AM CT / 8AM PT CDE Credits: 2    Course Fee: $69 for all registrants Details and to register   Inquiries: Contact CDM CE Office for assistance. Dentists often encounter medically complex patients and situations where they need to decide if there is need for antibiotic prophylaxis. This course is intended for the dentist who would like a better understanding of this complex topic to be able to decide when to or when not to prescribe antibiotics for prophylaxis. This course will provide updated information on the ADA and AHA Guidelines, AAOS Updated Appropriate Use Criteria and Best Practices in the various Clinical Scenarios. ------------- Held in partnership with ACDE and 37 member dental schools as part of the 2026 Joint Provider Live Webinar Series.

  • Dental Care for Adolescents and Adults with Special Needs

    Tuesday, January 27, 2026
    8:00 PM to 9:30 PM
    Online
    • College of Dental Medicine
    • Healthcare
    • Mailman School of Public Health
    • Clinical Health Sciences
    • College of Physicians and Surgeons
    • Columbia Nursing
    Register through Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Presenter: Paul BIgg, DMD - A.T. Still University-Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health Audience: All Dental Professionals Format: Lecture, held as Live Virtual, via Zoom.  Starts 8PM ET / 7PM CT / 5PM PT CDE Credits: 1.5    Course Fee: $59 for all registrants Details and to register   Inquiries: Contact CDM CE Office for assistance. Learn pertinent information on the dental treatment and behavior management for adolescents and adults with special needs. This lecture will discuss definitions, dental care considerations for those with disabilities, and a variety of techniques to manage the patient's behavior. ------------- Held in partnership with ACDE and 37 member dental schools as part of the 2026 Joint Provider Live Webinar Series.

  • Implant Study Club: Implant Prosthodontics in Practice (Postponed)

    Wednesday, January 28, 2026
    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    ColumbiaDoctors, 51 W. 51 St., New York, NY 10019 3rd Floor
    • College of Dental Medicine
    • Healthcare
    • Mailman School of Public Health
    • Clinical Health Sciences
    • College of Physicians and Surgeons
    • Columbia Nursing
    • Engineering
    Postponed - new date to be announced shortly. Implant Prosthodontics in Practice: Provisionalization, Restorative Choices, and Success Factors Presenter: Dr. Katerina Anastasaki Course Director and Co-Presenter: Dr. James B. Fine Held in-person, Midtown Manhattan - lecture, case discussions, and literature review. Class size limited to 15 participants. Small group, informal collegial discussion on dental implant topics. Pizza and light refreshments provided. Audience: General dental professionals and specialists Details 

  • Treating Patients on the Autism Spectrum

    Friday, January 30, 2026
    11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
    Online
    • College of Dental Medicine
    • Healthcare
    • Mailman School of Public Health
    • Clinical Health Sciences
    • College of Physicians and Surgeons
    • Columbia Nursing
    • Engineering
    Register through Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Presenter: Suzanne Burgee, MSDH, RDH - University of Maryland School of Dentistry Audience: All Dental Professionals Format: Lecture, held as Live Virtual, via Zoom.  Starts 11AM ET / 10AM CT / 8AM PT CDE Credits: 2    Course Fee: $69 for all registrants Details and to register   Inquiries: Contact CDM CE Office for assistance. An educational foundation of Autism Spectrum Disorder for healthcare practitioners and personal care providers in effort to instill confidence in clinical decision making and treatment planning as well as inspiring creativity in making clinical chairside accommodations to enable safe and effective care. ------------- Held in partnership with ACDE and 37 member dental schools as part of the 2026 Joint Provider Live Webinar Series.

  • Sidney L. Horowitz Lecture - Thomas J. Cangialosi Annual Ortho Mtg.

    Friday, February 6, 2026
    8:45 AM to 2:15 PM
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    • College of Dental Medicine
    • Healthcare
    • Mailman School of Public Health
    • Clinical Health Sciences
    • College of Physicians and Surgeons
    • Engineering
    The Sidney L. Horowitz Lecture at the Thomas J. Cangialosi Annual Orthodontic Alumni Meeting The Era of Custom Orthodontics: Design, Anchor, Expand Presenter: Dr. Sercan Akyalcin – Head of Orthodontics, Harvard School of Dental Medicine CDM Course Directors: Dr. Sunil Wadhwa and Dr. Jing Chen Lecture, held in-person only, Midtown Manhattan near Grand Central station. Columbia University CDM designates this course as 4 CE credits. More information and to register.  Hosted by the Division of Orthodontics and The Orthodontic Alumni Society. Audience: Columbia Orthodontic Alumni, Faculty, and Residents Rutgers Orthodontic Faculty and Residents Non-affiliated Dentists and Specialists

  • Management and Treatment of Burning Mouth Syndrome

    Friday, February 6, 2026
    11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
    Online
    • College of Dental Medicine
    • Healthcare
    • Mailman School of Public Health
    • Clinical Health Sciences
    • College of Physicians and Surgeons
    • Columbia Nursing
    • Engineering
    Register through Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Presenter: Yasser Khaled, BDS, MDSc, MMSc - Associate Professor, Marquette University School of Dentistry Audience: All Dental Professionals  Subject: Oral Medicine, Orofacial Pain Format: Lecture, held as Live Virtual, via Zoom.  Starts 11AM ET / 10AM CT / 8AM PT CDE Credits: 1.5    Course Fee: $59 for all registrants Details and to register   Inquiries: CDM CE Office for assistance. This course will change your patient's life forever….You will finally be able to understand why your patients keep complaining of burning mouth and you will be able to know the leading causes for this syndrome and how to prevent it, diagnose it and finally how to treat it. Different patients can have different causes for it. In this course you will learn how to direct your treatment to the exact cause and thus get the best results for your patient and or patients.. ------------- Held in partnership with ACDE and 37 member dental schools as part of the 2026 Joint Provider Live Webinar Series.

  • Implant Treatment in the Geriatric Population

    Monday, February 9, 2026
    8:00 PM to 9:30 PM
    Online
    • College of Dental Medicine
    • Healthcare
    • Mailman School of Public Health
    • Clinical Health Sciences
    • College of Physicians and Surgeons
    • Columbia Nursing
    • Engineering
    Register through Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Presenter: Dr. Jenny Mathews - Asst. Clinical Professor of Dentistry, Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, NY; Private clinical practice, specializing in Periodontics and Dental Implants, Westport, Connecticut. Audience: All Dental Professionals  Subject: Dental Implants; Geriatrics Format: Lecture, held as Live Virtual, via Zoom.  Starts 8PM ET / 7PM CT / 5PM PT CDE Credits: 1.5    Course Fee: $59 for all registrants Details and to register   Inquiries: CDM CE Office for assistance. The number of dental implant surgeries in people over the age of 75 has significantly increased. Older individuals want a better quality of life. As people age, there may be greater risks associated with implant placement and maintenance. We will discuss various considerations and adaptations necessary for successful implant outcomes for the older patient. We will assess how age-related changes affect oral, bone, and medical health and how this impacts implant treatment planning and maintenance. ------------- Held in partnership with ACDE and 37 member dental schools as part of the 2026 Joint Provider Live Webinar Series.

  • Preserving Tooth Function Beyond the Bone Loss: Complex Lesions

    Friday, February 13, 2026
    11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
    Online
    • College of Dental Medicine
    • Healthcare
    • Mailman School of Public Health
    • Clinical Health Sciences
    • College of Physicians and Surgeons
    • Columbia Nursing
    • Engineering
    Preserving Tooth Function Beyond the Bone Loss: Decision-Making and Endodontic Strategies for Complex Lesions Register through Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Presenter: Ji Wook Jeong, DMD, MSD - Full-time faculty member, Department of Endodontics; Course Director, Endodontic Surgery, and Research Director, Endodontic residents, UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry Audience: All Dental Professionals   Format: Lecture, held as Live Virtual, via Zoom.  Starts 11AM ET / 10AM CT / 8AM PT CDE Credits: 1.5    Course Fee: $59 for all registrants Details and to register   Inquiries: CDM CE Office for assistance. The course will also explore non-surgical and surgical endodontic treatment protocols using bioceramic materials to maximize the potential for tooth retention. Participants will gain insights into advanced endodontic techniques, such as perforation repair and management of root fractures. At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to: Classify diagnostic criteria for endodontic-periodontic lesions. Identify and describe the pathways involved in complex bone loss. Assess the prognosis of teeth with the complex bone loss. Discuss non-surgical and surgical endodontic plans for managing complex lesions. Enhance patient communication regarding treatment options and outcomes. ------------- Held in partnership with ACDE and 37 member dental schools as part of the 2026 Joint Provider Live Webinar Series.

  • Airway and Breathing Disorders: Hiding in Plain Sight ...

    Tuesday, February 17, 2026
    8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    Online
    • College of Dental Medicine
    • Healthcare
    • Mailman School of Public Health
    • Clinical Health Sciences
    • College of Physicians and Surgeons
    • Columbia Nursing
    • Engineering
    Airway and Breathing Disorders: Hiding in Plain Sight and Affecting Everything Dental and Medical Register through Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Presenter: John C. Comisi, DDS, MAGD, D'ASBA - Professor, Dept. of General Dentistry, Dental College of Georgia, Augusta University, Georgia Audience: All Dental Professionals Format: Lecture, held as Live Virtual, via Zoom.  Starts 8PM ET / 7PM CT / 5PM PT CDE Credits: 2    Course Fee: $69 for all registrants Details and to register   Inquiries: CDM CE Office for assistance. This course provides an in-depth exploration of airway and sleep-related breathing disorders, emphasizing their significance in both oral and systemic health. Participants will examine current research and evolving clinical practices that shape diagnosis and treatment in this rapidly advancing field. Through case discussions and evidence-based insights, the course will highlight the connection between airway dysfunction, dental findings, and systemic disease. Attendees will learn innovative strategies and therapeutic approaches to improve airway and sleep health for their patients and themselves. The course will also focus on building effective interdisciplinary collaborations among dental, medical, and allied health professionals to support comprehensive patient care and long-term wellness.. ------------- Held in partnership with ACDE and 37 member dental schools as part of the 2026 Joint Provider Live Webinar Series.

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