Dr Chrishan Fernando

Data Research Analyst at Telethon Kids Institute

Dr Chrishan Fernando has a diverse work experience in the dental field. Dr Chrishan started their career as a Student Dentist at Griffith University in 2018 and continued in this role until 2021. During their time at Griffith University, they also took on additional responsibilities, such as being a Student Representative and a Senior Mentor in the Griffith Mates International Senior "Buddy" Program.

In 2021, Dr Fernando worked as a Student Dentist on placement at Queensland Health. Dr Chrishan also served as a Recent Graduates and Current Students Committee Member at the Australian Dental Association QLD, where they gained experience in collaborating with peers and colleagues from different professional backgrounds.

In 2022, Dr Fernando joined the Telethon Kids Institute as a Data Research Analyst. Dr Chrishan then moved on to work as a Dentist at Glen Forrest Dental Care before becoming the Director at Thorndent Clinical Services in the same year.

In 2023, Dr Fernando will be starting new roles as a General Dentist at Bull Creek Dental and as an Associate Dentist at National Dental Care.

Throughout their work experience, Dr Fernando has also been actively involved in leadership roles within the dental community. Dr Chrishan served as the Head of the Fifth Year "Al-Dente" Committee and Vice-President of the Griffith University Dental Students' Association. Dr Chrishan was also involved in various committees and events, including the Head of Sponsorship Committee at (GUDSA) Griffith University Dental Students' Association and the "Dent Revue" Co-Convenor.

Overall, Dr Chrishan Fernando has gained valuable experience in different dental roles and has shown dedication to the field through their involvement in dental associations and organizations.

Dr. Chrishan Fernando completed their education in a chronological order as follows:

- From 2007 to 2012, Dr. Fernando attended Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School in Rochester, where they pursued their high school education.

- In 2013, Dr. Fernando enrolled in St Ignatius College in Adelaide, South Australia, completing their schooling there in 2015. The specific degree and field of study are unknown.

- In 2016, Dr. Fernando attended the University of Adelaide, where they pursued a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Advanced) in Medical Science. The duration of this program was one year.

- From 2017 to 2019, Dr. Fernando studied at Griffith University, where they obtained a Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science, specializing in Dentistry.

- Continuing their education at Griffith University, Dr. Fernando pursued higher studies and completed a Master of Dentistry degree in Dentistry from 2019 to 2021.

In addition to their formal education, Dr. Fernando also obtained various certifications and completed training programs:

- In November 2022, Dr. Fernando obtained certification in "Anxiety Control in the Dental Practice (Nitrous Oxide Sedation and Drug Sedation)" from the Australian Dental Association WA.

- In October 2022, Dr. Fernando completed the "ICH E6 GCP Investigator Site Training" provided by the Western Australian Health Translation Network.

- In September 2022, Dr. Fernando completed the "Cone Beam CT Licensing Course" offered by CBCT Licensing Australia.

- In March 2022, Dr. Fernando received certifications in "HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support" and "HLTAID011 Provide first aid" from the Australian Red Cross.

- In July 2021, Dr. Fernando completed the "Invisalign Go" certification program provided by Invisalign Australia.

- In November 2020, Dr. Fernando was awarded the Griffith Award for Academic Excellence from Griffith University.

- In September 2020, Dr. Fernando obtained the "I'M ALERT Food Safety Training" certification from Environmental Health Australia.

- In April 2020, Dr. Fernando completed the "Mental Resilience, Implant Dentistry and Coping Mechanisms" webinar with Dr. Kyle Stanley, Peter Handscomb, and John Hagillassis, organized by Dentsply Sirona.

- In February 2020, Dr. Fernando completed the Entrepreneurial Leadership Program Modules 1 & 2 with Campus Consultancy.

- In July 2018, Dr. Fernando completed the "Hand Hygiene Student Health Practitioners Online Learning Module" provided by Hand Hygiene.

- In October 2017, Dr. Fernando received certifications in various professional development areas from LinkedIn, including "Body Language for Leaders," "Building Your Professional Network," "Communicating with Confidence," "Critical Thinking," "Efficient Time Management," "Healthcare Analytics: Regression in R," "Managing Diversity," and "Thought Leadership."

Please note that no strong assumptions have been made outside of the provided information.

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