Dr. Melissa Shaw
We are pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Melissa Shaw to our practice, beginning July 2009. Dr. Shaw is excited about beginning her pediatric dental career and desires to be a positive influence on her patients.
After completing a bachelor’s degree in biology and graduating Summa Cum Laude from Agnes Scott College, Dr. Shaw began attending Medical College of Georgia. She received her doctor of dental medicine degree from Medical College of Georgia in 2007 and began her pediatric residency program soon after. Dr. Shaw has received two years of specialized training in pediatric dentistry and will complete her residency in June 2009.
Dr. Shaw maintains membership in many professional organizations to keep her abreast of advancements in pediatric dentistry. She is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry, Eastern District Georgia Dental Association, American Association of Dental Research, American Dental Education Association, Student Clinicians of the American Dental Association, and is PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Certified.
When not at the office, Dr. Shaw spends time with her husband, Micah, who is a dental student at the Medical College of Georgia, and their new baby boy, Paul.