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Pima Medical Institute Launches Dental Hygiene Program in Phoenix

New 18-month curriculum includes classroom, laboratory and clinical education for students pursuing associate degrees.

  • September 11, 2026

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Pima Medical Institute Launches Dental Hygiene Program in Phoenix

  • Kimberly Peacher, DHSc, RDH

    Dean of Academic Innovation-Dental Hygiene

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    Pima Medical Institute

    Dental hygiene offers students the opportunity to build meaningful careers while making a lasting difference in the health of the communities they serve.

    [Source]
  • Leah Hillier, MD

    Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of Service Learning

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    The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix

    So often our patients cannot access dental care due to financial limitations and/or lack of insurance.

    [Source]

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Pima Medical Institute Launches Dental Hygiene Program in Phoenix

  • September 11, 2026

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