Faculty


Dr.Louie Al-Faraje received his M.D. STOM. degree from Kiev medical institute, faculty of stomatology. (Kiev, Ukraine) and then he moved to California where he finished his post doctoral studies at Loma Linda University (Loma Linda, California).

He has an extensive education and experience in implant dentistry (having placed more than 3000 implants).
He published few articles related to implant dentistry (most recent article by Dr. Faraje).
He was appointed in October 1997 by IBAH Inc. as a principle investigator for new dental local anesthetic for the U.S. market. He established his private practice in San Diego, where he provides both advanced surgical and prosthetic phases of implant dentistry for his patients.
He lectures frequently on implant-related topics. Dr.Al-Faraje is a california dental board registered continuing education provider.
He is the founder of California Implant Institute.

Dr. Al-Faraje is a:
Fellow of The International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
Fellow of The American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Member of The American Society of Osseointegration
Inaugural member of the AAID Speakers' Guild
Diplomate, American Board of Oral Implantology

Christopher A. Church, MD

Dr. Christopher Church is Director, Loma Linda University Sinus and Allergy Center and Associate Professor, Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Loma Linda University School of Medicine.He received his medical degree in 1996, completed a general surgery internship in 1997 followed by a 4 year residency in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery from 1997-2001 all from Loma Linda University. He also completed a one year fellowship in Rhinology and Advanced Sinus Surgery at Stanford.

Dr. Church is Board Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and has hospital appointments at Loma Linda University Medical Center, Jerry L. Pettis Memorial Veterans Affairs Medical Center and at Riverside County Regional Medical center. He holds memberships to the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and to the American Rhinologic Society.

  

Dr. Church has specific clinical and research interests in Advanced Sinus Disease Management, Computer-Guided Sinus Surgery, Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, and Surgical correction of nasal obstructions including treatment of sleep apnea and snoring.

Dr. Victor P. Terranova

Dr. Victor P. Terranova received his DMD from The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey,  He holds both a Masters and a PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Rochester, in Rochester, New York.   At the Eastman Dental Center – University of Rochester, Dr. Terranova earned his Certificate of Specialization in Periodontology under the tutelage of Dr. Helmut A. Zander.  Dr. Terranova has held academic positions at The Revlon Biotechnology Research Center, State University of New York at Buffalo, Roswell Park Memorial Institute, Columbia University School of Physicians and Surgeons, Veterans’ Administration Medical Center, Loyola University Stitch School of Medicine and Collaborative Clinical Research.

Dr. Terranova has held academic positions at The Revlon Biotechnology Research Center, State University of New York at Buffalo, Roswell Park Memorial Institute, Columbia University School of Physicians and Surgeons, Veterans’ Administration Medical Center, Loyola University Stitch School of Medicine and Collaborative Clinical Research.
In 1995, he was the recipient of a grant from the Veterans’ Administration,  titled “Biological Interactions on Native and Modified Implant Surfaces.”  Since that time, he has devoted his research career to the cell biology of Implantology.

 

He has been the recipient of many scientific honors and has lectured internationally for more than 25 years.

Dr. Peter G. Kim

Dr. Peter G. Kim graduated from Yonsei Dental School in Korea
“cum laude” in 1979. He has been trained in implant dentistry
at UCLA and USC and has been involved with implant dentistry
for the last twenty years
Dr. Kim is a member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the Academy of Osseointegration. He brings a unique perspective on incorporating implant treatment into the general practice environment and will increase your interest and enthusiasm for growing the implant part of your practice.
 

He has lectured nationally and internationally and has published on implant-related topics. His practice, which emphasizes implants and implant prosthodontics is located in San Diego, California.

Dr. Kim is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry

Dr. Frieda V. Brookshire

Dr. Brookshire earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in Loma Linda, California.
She received her Master of Science Degree in Prosthodontics at Marquette University School of Dentistry Graduate School, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As an Awardee of the 1994 National Tylman Research Grant and the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontic Research Competition, she has engaged in intensive academic studies in the fields of Implant Dentistry and Prosthodontics.

 

Dr. Brookshire is a Candidate, American Board of Oral Implantology,
an active member of the following professional organizations:
- The American College of Prosthodontists,
- American Prosthodontic Society
- American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- Academy of Osseointegration
- International Congress of Oral Implantology.
Judy Wagner, Phlebotomy - PRP Program
Judy Wagner has worked with Dr. Al-Faraje for the past several years. Judy is the owner of Wagner Training Institute. Her institute offers a state approved Phlebotomy program.  

She is an education major, has worked in the medical field for over 25 years and offers her knowledge and expertise in Phlebotomy. With her superior customer service skills, Judy will work with the partcipants of the California Implant Institute to learn the art and techniques of blood drawing. She conducts all seminars with patience and understanding.  She will work with each participant on an individual basis.

  
Belle M. DuCharme - McKenzie Management
Belle M. DuCharme has been a dedicated dental professional for over thirty years. Her experience includes many years as Dental Business Administrator/Manager, Treatment Coordinator, Insurance and Financial Coordinator, Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator and a multitude of other duties associated with operating a busy dental practice.  Her career in dentistry has taken her from solo general practices to multi doctor practices. She has worked in specialty practices such as orthodontics, pedodontics, endodontics, periodontics and prosthodontics. Many a dental practice has experienced positive growth and increased production/collection ratios with Belle's systems for success.  

Belle has researched and written custom Business Office Procedural Manuals and Clinical Procedural Manuals for dental offices.  Years of experience have shown her that when workplace operation standards are clearly communicated, many benefits come to the patients, doctors and team members. Belle has researched and written custom Business Office Procedural Manuals and Clinical Procedural Manuals for dental offices. 
 
Years of experience have shown her that when workplace operation standards are clearly communicated, many benefits come to the patients, doctors and team members. 

The challenge to improve communication skills has taken Belle into the world of public speaking. After joining Toastmaster's International, Belle achieved the title of Accredited Toastmaster in less than two years.  Her life purpose is to combine her enthusiasm and passion for dentistry with her communication skills to help other dental professionals achieve their vision for success.  As a professional seminar presenter representing McKenzie Management, Belle has had the opportunity to live her vision.

For several years, Belle has been the lead instructor and program developer for McKenzie Management's Advanced Business Training for Dentistry Programs and for McKenzie Management's Dental Practice Start Up Program. Belle is also a contributing writer and editor to McKenzie Management's e-Newsletter and The Dentist’s Network
e-Newsletter.   
Jeanne Neely, Seminar Coordinator

Jeanne Neely has worked for Dr. Louie Al-Faraje since 2002 and is the Seminar Coordinator for the California Implant Institute.
She coordinates all aspects of the institute courses and will be your primary contact from the time of your registration throughout the entire course. Jeanne has a tremendous amount of information on the course as well as the surrounding area and is always available to assist you in any way prior to and following your visit with us.