New head of dentistry

Prof Coulthard said his mission would be to maintain the School’s premier position in the UK and to develop its teaching and research success still further. This will include expanding the School’s postgraduate taught programmes

He said: “The School is in excellent shape with an outstanding reputation for undergraduate and postgraduate education and a strong research profile. We will continue to deliver teaching and learning using contemporary and innovative methodology to produce caring health care professionals who are of the highest calibre

“The impact of the School’s research will increase and the School will be recognised for evidence-based practice in patient care and teaching and learning. The School’s Basic Science and Health Sciences research will contribute to improvement in global Oral and Craniofacial Health. The School will further develop strategic alliances building on its research collaborations and industrial partnerships.

Prof Coulthard is professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Manchester and Consultant in Oral Surgery at Central Manchester University Hospitals Foundation Trust and his appointment as an internal candidate follows an extensive international search