Kenzey Beshai
Yorktown
Summary
Aspiring dentist with extensive clinical experience as a dental assistant, over 300 hours of dental shadowing, and research experience at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. Demonstrated commitment to service through more than 1,000 volunteer hours, including international outreach, oral health education initiatives, and leadership within the Coptic Orthodox community. Passionate about providing compassionate patient-centered care while combining scientific curiosity, lifelong learning, and community service to improve the lives of others.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Hampton Dental Center
12.2024 - Current
- Assist dentists during restorative, preventive, and surgical procedures; obtain diagnostic radiographs; educate patients; maintain sterilization and infection-control standards.
Dental Shadowing
Riverfront Dentistry
03.2026 - 04.2026
- Completed 300+ hours of dental shadowing, observing patient care, treatment planning, patient communication, and a variety of restorative, preventive, surgical, and emergency procedures.
Research Assistant
VCU School of Medicine, Dr. Alyson Fiorillo Lab
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted in research investigating potential therapeutic treatments for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD); conducted image data analysis; collaborated with faculty and researchers; presented findings to the research team.
Dental Assistant
Richmond City Dentistry
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted with general dentistry, endodontic, and oral surgery procedures while supporting patient care and treatment planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Pre-Dental Track
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Richmond, VA12-2024
Skills
- Digital Radiography
- Patient Education
- Intraoral Photography
- iTero Scanner Operation
- Eaglesoft Practice Management Software
- Public Speaking
- Team Leadership
- Microsoft Office Suite
- English (Native), Arabic (Native), Spanish (Intermediate)
LEADERSHIP & TEACHING
- Microbiology Course Preceptor (Spring & Fall 2024) Served as a peer mentor and academic resource for students enrolled in Microbiology.
- Secretary, VCU Coptic Orthodox Society (2022–2024)
- Marketing Director, VCU PRIME (2022–2024)
VOLUNTEER & COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Coptic Orphans Service Mission, Egypt, Three-week service mission teaching English, mentoring orphaned children, and serving families in underserved communities., 1,000+ Volunteer Hours
- St. George Coptic Orthodox Church, Sunday School Teacher, Bible Study Teacher, Summer Camp Coordinator, Community Outreach Volunteer
- Dental Hygiene Outreach Initiative, Organized collection and distribution of dental hygiene products to shelters and educated recipients on oral health and preventive care.
Certification
- Dean's List: Spring 2022, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Summer 2024, Fall 2024
- Cum Laude Graduate
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- CPR Certification
- OSHA Training Certification
- Infection Control Certification
- Stop the Bleed Certification
- Narcan Administration Training
Certifications
• Dean's List: Spring 2022, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Summer 2024, Fall 2024 • Cum Laude Graduate • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification • CPR Certification • OSHA Training Certification • Infection Control Certification • Stop the Bleed Certification • Narcan Administration Training
Timeline
Dental Shadowing
Riverfront Dentistry
03.2026 - 04.2026
Dental Assistant
Hampton Dental Center
12.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
VCU School of Medicine, Dr. Alyson Fiorillo Lab
09.2024 - 05.2025
Dental Assistant
Richmond City Dentistry
09.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Pre-Dental Track
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)