Iqra Shah
Year in ISM: Class of 2017-2018 - ISM 1 and Class of 2018-2019 - ISM 2
Current Location: The University of Texas at Dallas
Topic: Pediatric Dentistry
Currently Pursuing: Yes
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How has ISM benefitted Iqra Shah?
"ISM has allowed me to know that Pediatric Dentistry is the career that I want to pursue. Also, ISM has allowed me to learn proper professional etiquette and networking skills that I still utilize."
What was a challenge they faced and overcame?
"At the beginning of my second year, I was very conflicted about which topic to pursue. However, by taking time to reflect (and making many pro/con lists with Mr. Pirtle), I was able to choose a topic that I loved."
Advice
"Make sure to enjoy and take in every moment! Even though ISM can seem challenging at times, it is one of the best experiences in high school and really allows students to be better prepared for college and their future careers. Choose a topic that you are genuinely interested in pursuing. I decided to choose Pediatric Dentistry for both years of ISM and it helped me truly understand the field and strengthened my passion for it. Start brainstorming your original work ideas early on! Your original work can be a great thing to mention in college essays and can even allow you to further the project in college."
Dr. Kelli
Occupation: Pediatric Dentist
Name of Business: Frisco Dentistry for Kids
Link to Business:
About Dr. Kelli
"Dr. Kelli received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1992. She graduated from the College of Dentistry at the University of Iowa in 1996. She completed her residency and earned a certificate in Pediatric Dentistry at Baylor College of Dentistry in association with Children’s Medical Center of Dallas and Texas Scottish Rite Hospital. Dr. Kelli went on to receive her Master’s Degree from Baylor College of Dentistry/Texas A&M University Systems. In 2002, she was recognized by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry as being a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist. She is a former president of the Southwestern Society of Pediatric Dentistry, the District V of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry."
Mentorship Contribution
"Dr. Kelli was an amazing mentor and truly helped me learn more about the field. She always welcomed me with open arms and taught me new things about various treatment procedures and about the career itself. I am very thankful for Dr. Kelli's guidance and help throughout my ISM experience."
- Iqra Shah
REMINDER: Dr. Kelli's information is listed on the website only for reference purposes. Students are expected to find their own mentors.