Kristine Bishop Chapman, RDH
Division of Health Sciences
Associate Professor of Dental Hygiene
Chairperson, Dental Hygiene

     Office: C109
     Extension: x2143

Education:
B.S., M.A., University of Rhode Island

Philosophy:
To prepare Registered Dental Hygienists for professional practice in a collaborative practice model, we must ensure the highest standards of theoretical and clinical education that allows the student to develop competencies and talents needed by today's oral health care provider.

Courses Taught:
DHG 11 Dental Anatomy and Oral Histology
DHG 13 Orientation to Clinical Dental Hygiene
DHG 22 Clinical Dental Hygiene 2

Licenses/Certifications:
RDH
Permit for Local Anesthesia
CDA

Affiliations:
American Dental Hygienists' Association
North East Regional Board of Dental Examiners
Rhode Island Dental Hygienists' Association

Awards:
Rhode Island Dental Hygienist of the Year

Interests:
Legal and ethical issues related to dental hygiene practice; issues and concepts related to adult learning