Linda Niessen, DMD, MPH, MPP, has been appointed dean of the dental school at Nova Southeastern University, effective October 1, 2013.
Dr. Niessen is currently a clinical professor in the restorative dentistry department at Texas A&M University's Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas. Dr. Niessen recently served as vice president and chief clinical officer for Dentsply International where she oversaw global clinical education and professional relations.
She received her bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of New Mexico and her Doctor of Dental Medicine, Master of Public Health, and Master of Public Policy degrees from Harvard University.
