Natasha Flake

Natasha Flake has a long and varied work experience. Natasha has been working at the University of Washington since 2007, starting as an Assistant Professor and progressing to Associate Professor and now a Professor. Natasha has also held leadership roles such as Associate Director for Regional Initiatives in Dental Education, Associate Dean for Predoctoral Clinical Education and Operations, and Director of Predoctoral Endodontics. Natasha has been an Endodontist at Northgate Endodontics since 2007.

In addition to their work at the University of Washington, Natasha Flake has been actively involved in the American Association of Endodontists since 2020. Natasha has held positions such as Treasurer, Secretary, Vice President, and will be assuming the role of President Elect in 2023.

Natasha Flake has an extensive education history. Natasha began their academic journey at the University of Missouri-Columbia, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biological Sciences from 1992 to 1996.

Natasha then pursued a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) from 1998 to 2005. Following this, they continued their studies at UMB and completed a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Oral and Craniofacial Biological Sciences - Neuroscience from 1999 to 2005.

Natasha's pursuit of knowledge did not stop there. Natasha attended the University of Washington from 2005 to 2007, where they obtained a Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) degree and a Certificate in Endodontics.

In addition to their educational achievements, Natasha obtained a certification as a Diplomate from the American Board of Endodontics in 2013.