Yamini Pandrapagada
Charlotte,NC
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Student
Mecklenburg County Health Department
Charlotte, NC
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Enhanced my communication skills by engaging with diverse patient populations and by creating a warm and welcoming clinical atmosphere
- Delivered dental care to pediatric patients (ages 1-17) including examinations, extractions, prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, and sealant application,
- Educated patients emphasizing disease prevention and management
Dental Student
Durham County Health Department
Durham, NC
03.2025 - 04.2025
Preceptor: Jeannie Ginnis, DDS
- Provided comprehensive care to pediatric patients including prophylaxis, fluoride, and sealant treatments
- Promoted preventative oral health practices by education on proper brushing and flossing techniques and dietary habits
Shadowing Student
UNC Adams School Of Dentistry
Chapel Hill, NC
07.2023 - 03.2025
Preceptor: Jeannie Ginnis, DDS
- Observed pediatric dentists and residents perform routine check ups, stainless steel crown procedures, and preventative care
- Gained insight about patient communication strategies, including nonverbal, distraction, and tell-show-do techniques
Shadowing Student
Eastfield Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Charlotte, NC
10.2021 - 11.2021
Preceptor:
- Observed pediatric dentist performing procedures such as extractions, restorations, prophylaxis, and fluoride application
- Assisted with maintaining the clinical environment by setting up and breaking down the operatory
- Helped organize patient records, gaining hands-on experience with documentation and office administration
Shadowing Student
Pleasant Pines Dentistry
Raleigh, NC
10.2020 - 05.2021
Preceptor: Vinod Mathew, DDS
- Observed the general dentist performing a variety of procedures such as, crown preparations, root canals, restorations, etc.
- Gained insight about patient care, treatment planning, and effective communication strategies
- Learned about the dental office workflow including the responsibilities of hygienist, assistants, receptionists, etc
Vice President
NC State Women's Center
Raleigh, NC
08.2020 - 05.2022
Rape Prevention Education Coordinator: Carlyn Wight-Eakes
- Facilitated discussion-based workshops with interactive activities on topics such as consent, interpersonal violence, and health relationships within the South Asian community
- Assisted in recruiting new members and provided training on interpersonal violence and workshop facilitation
- Managed the Women's center social social media account, designed flyers for workshop promotions, and tracking social media engagement
Volunteer
UNC Children's Hospital
Chapel Hill, NC
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted patients and their families with transportation to and from the recovery rooms, retrieved necessary items, and notified patients of their schedules and recovery updates
Teaching Assistant
Project Scientist
Charlotte, NC
05.2019 - 07.2019
Site Director: Kari Stranberg
- Lead a classroom 10-15 students in culturally responsive teaching strategies and engaging STEAM content
- Work with other STEAM teacher's and student's to create a safe and welcoming environment for students ages 4-12
Peer Mentor
NC State Academic Success Center
Raleigh, NC
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Served as a mentor to struggling students, providing emotional support alongside academic assistance when necessary.
- Advised good learning habits and organizational skills
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05-2022
Skills
Interpersonal Communication
Patient-Centered Care
Team Collaboration
Treatment Planning
Time Management
Manual Dexterity
Professional Leadership Experience
Sterilization Coordinator, 04/30/24/-04/3025
SHAC Outreach Clinic- Chapel Hill, NC
Preceptor: Allen Samuelson, DDS
- Performed procedures such as extractions, restorations, and new patient examinations
- Placed order for sterilized supplies from sterilization department and collect necessary supplies for the clinic
Social Media Manager, 09/15/24-04/30/25
American Association of Pediatric Dentistry- Chapel Hill, NC
Club Advisor: Miguel Simancas-Pallares, DDS, MS, MSc
- Managed and curated content for the social media account including creating and scheduling posts and engaging with followers
- Coordinated and hosted lunch and learns with pediatric dentists providing opportunities for members to foster mentorship and networking opportunities
CE Coordinator, 07/31/23-04/30/25
American Association for Women Dentists- Chapel Hill, NC
Club Advisor: Lilian Berridi-Garcia, DDS
- Coordinated and hosted lunch and learn events featuring local female dentists providing an opportunity for attendees to gain insight into their professional journeys, challenges, and successes
- Collaborated with other executive officers to plan and execute social and philanthropic events
President, 09/15/2022-04/30/2025
Bridging the Gap- Chapel Hill, NC
Club Advisor: Jack King, DDS, BA
- Created a supportive and collaborative environment to bridge the gap between pre-dental student and professional students
- Hosted events such as Welcome Social, DAT prep, AADSAS workshop, Mock Interview to provide guidance, encouragement ad practical skills needed to navigate their journey to dental school
Research
UNC-Chapel ASOD, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Research Assistant, 06/01/24-Present
Advisor: Joshua W. Little, DC, PhD
Study: Synthesizing evidence for exercise and physiotherapy interventions in reducing work-related musculoskeletal disorders in dentistry
- Performed a systematic review examining the effect of exercise and physiotherapy on work-related musculoskeletal disorders for oral health professionals and students
- Conducted background research and reviewed academic papers
Professional Associations
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Association for Women Dentists
- American Dental Education Association
- American Association of Public Health Dentistry
- American Student Dental Association
- Asian Student Dental Organization
- Student Research Group
Awards
Grover C. Hunter DDS Short-Term Research Fellowship, UNC Adams School of Dentistry, Chapel Hill, NC, 08/12/2024-08/12/2025
Deans List, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, 08/25/22-05/06/26
Visharad Purna, Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidylaya, Navi Mumbai, India 05/08/22
Certification
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED), 6/15/24
Timeline
Dental Student
Mecklenburg County Health Department
03.2025 - 07.2025
Dental Student
Durham County Health Department
03.2025 - 04.2025
Shadowing Student
UNC Adams School Of Dentistry
07.2023 - 03.2025
Shadowing Student
Eastfield Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
10.2021 - 11.2021
Shadowing Student
Pleasant Pines Dentistry
10.2020 - 05.2021
Vice President
NC State Women's Center
08.2020 - 05.2022
Peer Mentor
NC State Academic Success Center
08.2019 - 07.2020
Volunteer
UNC Children's Hospital
07.2019 - 05.2020
Teaching Assistant
Project Scientist
05.2019 - 07.2019
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
North Carolina State University