Dr. Paul Michael Schelkun MD, DDS
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
467 Pennsylvania Ave Ste. 106 Fort Washington PA, 19034About
Dr. Paul Schelkun is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Fort Washington, PA. Dr. Schelkun specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Schelkun is a unique dental specialist who can provide emergency medicine, perform general surgery and give anesthesia. These medical doctors are the only type of medical care specialist who can administer anesthesia, besides anesthesiologists. Typical procedures performed by Dr. Schelkun are tooth extractions, especially wisdom teeth, corrective jaw surgery, cleft palate surgery and reconstructive surgery after an injury. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons can also perform dental work including placing dental implants. These surgeons might also deal with conditions of sleep apnea, oral cancers and more.
Education and Training
University of Alabama School of Medicine 1990
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineFellowships
- Rush University College of Nursing, St. Luke's Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- AAOMS, ABOMS, ACOMS, FACD, ADA AMA
Articles and Publications
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What do you attribute your success to?
His supportive family and desire to learn and the ability to take care of people.
Philanthropic Initiatives
Church, Board member of Healthlink, Board Member Reengaged Ministries
Teaching and speaking
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Hobbies / Sports
- Skiing, Shooting Sports, Fishing, Hunting, Boating
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
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