The Faculty of Dentistry Hosts “Orientation for Interns” Training Day in Collaboration with the Faculty of Physical Therapy and Giza Health Affairs

The Faculty of Dentistry at October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA), in cooperation with the Faculty of Physical Therapy and the Dental Directorate of the Giza Health Affairs, organized a comprehensive training day titled “Orientation for Interns” for 80 dentistry interns.

This training initiative aimed to prepare interns for their upcoming roles within primary healthcare units and government hospitals affiliated with the Ministry of Health, offering them practical insights into real-world clinical environments and the operational framework of public healthcare institutions.

As part of the program, academic staff members from the Faculty of Physical Therapy delivered an important lecture on ergonomics in dental practice, focusing on methods to prevent musculoskeletal and bone pain, a common challenge among dental professionals. The session provided interns with essential guidelines for maintaining physical well-being throughout their clinical careers.

Additionally, the Infection Control Committee at the Faculty of Dentistry presented a detailed lecture on the fundamentals of infection prevention and control protocols, emphasizing best practices and mandatory procedures to ensure patient and practitioner safety across all healthcare settings.

This training day reflects’s ongoing commitment to equipping its future healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and ethical standards needed for excellence in community service and clinical practice.