J Dent Educ. 1990 Feb;54(2):115-22.

The Pew National Dental Education Program at the University of Florida College of Dentistry.

Journal of dental education

D R McNeal, R S Mackenzie, A L Leo, D W Legler

PMID: 2299011

Abstract

The University of Florida College of Dentistry is located in a dynamic environment. Socially, economically, and demographically, the state of Florida manifests changes reflective of the entire nation, i.e., increasing numbers of elderly and minorities, a fluctuating, diversified economy, and altered cultural values. The explosive growth unique to this state has both positive and negative implications for all aspects of its culture and economy. The college resides in a maturing, research-oriented university facing vigorous competition from other major universities in the state. Within the Health Science Center, the college was occupied during the first decade of its existence with development of an innovative curriculum, and now it must turn its attention to a new emphasis on research and service. A process of strategic planning was conducted at the University of Florida College of Dentistry from January 1986 through June 1987. Four consultant groups representing the college, the university, organized dentistry in Florida, and outside consultants, were guided by a steering committee in a thorough evaluation of the external and internal environment of the institution.(ABSTRACT TRUNCATED AT 250 WORDS)

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• Education, Dental / organization & administration
• Education, Dental / trends
• Florida
• Humans
• Schools, Dental / organization & administration
• State Health Plans / organization & administration
• United States

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