College of Dental Medicine (CDM)—Predoctoral Program 2025–2026 126 Students are required to adhere to all policies found in the NSU CDM Clinic Policy Manual. The Manual can be found in axiUm and SharkLink, by way of the student’s login to these programs. Breach of the NSU CDM Clinic Policy Manual policies may result in disciplinary actions described in this handbook, up to and including dismissal. A. Responsibilities and Duties Students in preclinical and clinical training will be responsible at all times to their clinical supervising faculty members and the director of clinics. In addition, all students will be expected to comply with the general rules and dental ethics established by the American Dental Association and NSU’s CDM. A professional demeanor is essential at all times. Students should communicate any problems or difficulties related to their clinical training to their supervising faculty members and/or the director of clinics. Students must refer to the NSU CDM Clinic Policies and Procedures Manual for the college’s specific clinical policies and protocols. It is important to note that clinic policies, protocols, clinic requirements, assignments, and competency examinations are subject to change as per the director of clinics and the section chairs, where applicable. Any student who is prescribed a medication or course of medical treatment (e.g., physical therapy) that may interfere with the student’s ability to meet the college’s Core Performance Standards necessary to safely deliver patient care has a duty to immediately notify the associate dean of Academic Affairs. The student may not be able to participate in clinical activities and/or render patient care until such time written documentation is received from the student’s licensed healthcare provider or physician indicating that the medication or treatment will not affect the student’s ability to meet the Core Performance Standards to allow the student to safely deliver patient care. B. Title Predoctoral students will use the title student doctor when working with patients. Students may not use the title dentist, doctor, D.M.D., or D.D.S. at any time prior to their dental degree conferral. Code of Behavioral Conduct A. Code of Behavioral Conduct Policies The CDM’s Code of Behavioral Conduct does not replace or take precedence over the Nova Southeastern University Code of Student Conduct. Students are required to know and adhere to both the college’s and the university’s codes.
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