简介

Dr. Ward is actively involved in the clinic and operating rooms, his research endeavors, and as the Program Director of Maxillofacial Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship. His clinical practice is focused on the treatment of cancer and pre-cancer as well as minor and major reconstruction of the structures of the face and jaws. As a member of the University of Michigan Nanotechnology Institute for Medicine and the Biological Sciences his lab is working with nanostructures both for targeted chemotherapy to Head and Neck Cancer and for pain management with physiologic triggers. In both endeavors, the focus is on increased efficacy and safety for patients. Continuing his bridging effort between dentistry and medicine, he facilitated the creation of a pilot program to train medical doctors in dentistry preparing them for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical residency so that our dual degree program can be a true "two-way" street.