Dr Heather Lundbeck

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Research

I am currently undertaking a PhD at Cardiff University, alongside my role as Clinical Lecturer in Paediatric Dentistry. My PhD focuses translational research, practitioner implementation of evidence-based practice and moving research into practice for public benefit, within the field of Cariology and Paediatric Dentistry.

Research group: Improving Dentistry Group - Research - Cardiff University

Teaching

My main teaching activities include:-

• Clincal supervision and teaching of undergraduate BDS students
• Year 4 Paediatric Dentistry Lead
• Preparing for Practice OSCE Lead
• INSPIRE Dental School Lead
• Personal Tutor
• LGBT+ staff representative

Biography

I gained a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) with commendation from Dundee University in 2015. During my time at university I took the opportunity to intercalate and graduated with an Upper Class Second Honours degree in Neuroscience in 2012 and I received the John Sturrock Memorial Prize for the best research report by an undergraduate student that year.

After qualifying as a dentist and completing my Foundation training in General Practice I went on to Dental Core Training. This allowed me to gain experience in a variety of specialities including Paediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics, Restorative Dentistry, Special Care and Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery.

I have also worked as a Professional Practice Fellow at the University of Otago where I was able to develop as a clinical educator and develop my research skills by working with the Public Health team.

On my return to the UK I worked within the Paediatric Department at the University of Bristol where I was involved with the delivery of the undergraduate BDS course as well as NHS service provision.

Prior to my role at Cardiff University, I completed examinations to become a member of the Faculty of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. I have also gained a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical and Health Education from the University of Manchester in 2021 and completed the HEA Fellowship (FHEA) in 2023.

Honours and awards

• Nathan Cochrane Junior Scientist Award, European Organistaion of Caries Research (2024)
• Cardiff University Outstanding Contribution Award (2023)
• BSPD Teachers Bursary Award (2022)
• John Sturrock Memorial Award, University of Dundee (2012)
• Dentsply Sirona Research Compeition School Winner, Unicersity of Dundee (2012)

Professional memberships

• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow (RCPSG)
• British Society of Paediatric Dentistry
• Dental Trauma UK
• Association of Dental Educators in Europe
• Advance HE, FHEA
• International of Dental and Oral Reserach (IADR) / British Society of Oral and Dental Research (BSODR)

Committees and reviewing

• British Society of Paediatric Dentistry - Bursary Co-ordinator and Social Media Representative
• GW4 INSPIRE Cardiff Dental School Lead