Posted: September 23, 2011
University of Louisville School of Dentistry to Celebrate Completion of $45 Million Renovation
WHO: James Ramsey, UofL President
Dr. David Dunn, UofL Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
Dr. John Sauk, UofL School of Dentistry Dean
Caroline Curtis, UofL senior dental student
WHAT: University of Louisville School of Dentistry ribbon cutting ceremony and tours of the newly renovated facility.
WHEN: Tuesday, September 27, 1p.m.
WHERE: Outside the new east facing entrance of the school, 501 S. Preston St.
WHY: The ribbon cutting ceremony marks the completion of a two-year renovation. The $45 million project added more than 20,000 sq. feet and renovated another 211,000 sq. feet. The school had received few updates since it moved from Brook and Broadway to Preston Street in 1970.
Enhancements include updates to infrastructure, operatory equipment and clinical education support. Other features include new digital radiography, incorporation of an electronic health records system and state-of-the-art classroom technology. Improvements in patient waiting rooms and clinical space include new chairs, lighting, cabinetry and touch screen computer terminals.
CONTACT: Julie Heflin, 502-852-7987, julie.heflin@louisville.edu
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