Dennis Shem

Bio

Dr. Shem is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Section of Dental Medicine and Surgery at Stanford University. He trained in Dental Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, focusing on oral complications of cancer therapy and non-surgical management of patients with osteoradionecrosis (ORN) and medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). He also trained in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology at Columbia University and has expertise in diagnosing and managing oral mucosal diseases.

A hospital dentist and dental oncologist, he evaluates patients before and after organ and stem-cell transplant, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and bisphosphonate therapy, and performs medically necessary dental treatment.

Clinical Focus

• Oral Oncology
• Oral Pathology
• Dental Oncology
• Oral Medicine
• Lichen Planus, Oral
• Bisphosphonate-Associated Osteonecrosis of the Jaw
• Dentistry

Academic Appointments

• Clinical Assistant Professor, Surgery - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Boards, Advisory Committees, Professional Organizations

• Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (2024 - Present)
• Fellow, American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (2024 - Present)

Professional Education

• Residency: Columbia University College of Dental Medicine (2024) NY
• Fellowship: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (2021) NY
• Residency: New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical College Dental General Practice Residency (2020) NY
• Medical Education: Temple University School of Dentistry (2019) PA