Dr. Perry Brickman, 1932-2025: A Life With Lessons for the Dental Profession

Category	Detail
Condition	Antisemitism in Dental Education
Key Mechanisms	Discrimination and prejudice in dental school admissions and education
Target Population	Dental students and professionals, particularly Jewish individuals
Care Setting	Dental education institutions

Dr. Perry Brickman's experience highlights systemic antisemitism in dental education.
Quotas in dental school admissions were based on race and ethnicity rather than qualifications.
The history of dental professionals during the Nazi regime is beginning to be documented.
Dr. Brickman's memoir reveals the impact of discrimination on his career and personal life.
The failure rate for Jewish students at Emory University dental school was significantly higher than for non-Jewish students. [Source needed]

Regularly assess the diversity and inclusivity of dental education programs using specific metrics.

Failure to address systemic discrimination may perpetuate inequities in dental education.

Dental students and professionals affected by discrimination

Understanding the historical impact of discrimination can inform current practices.

Promote diversity and inclusion in dental education through targeted recruitment.
Educate faculty and students about the history of discrimination in the profession.
Encourage open discussions about past injustices to foster a more inclusive environment.