Dean's Message
Welcome to the College of Dentistry at King Khalid University!
It is an honor to represent our team of over 100 dedicated faculty and staff who serve our institution through teaching, patient care, community service, and research. The College of Dentistry at King Khalid University (KKUCOD) is a dynamic place for learning, transformation, and innovation. We continuously put forth more effort to advance while upholding a set of clearly established core values and the aspirational goal of KKUCOD.
We are continuously working to advance our mission while upholding a set of core values and the aspirational goals of KKUCOD. Our commitment to improving oral health across Saudi Arabia through education, research, patient care, and community outreach is unwavering and drives our hard work daily.
We are confident in achieving this mission because we have a responsibility to our past, present, and future students and trainees, to our patients, to our esteemed faculty, to the diligent staff who sustain our operations, and to the community we proudly serve.
To those visiting our website, whether as a prospective student, a potential patient, or simply out of interest, know that KKUCOD is deeply committed to education and service. Our faculty and students are recognized for their professionalism, expertise, and clinical excellence.
Sincerely,
Prof. Mohammed Ali Al-Qarni
Dean, KKUCOD
About the Dean
Prof. Mohammed Ali Al-Qarni is an organized, dedicated, and highly motivated oral healthcare professional. He is currently serving as the College Dean and Professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at the College of Dentistry, King Khalid University (KKUCOD) in Abha, Saudi Arabia.
Prof. Al-Qarni joined the College of Dentistry at King Khalid University (KKUCOD) in 2007 as a Demonstrator in the Department of Restorative Dentistry. Over the years, he has held several administrative positions within the college, including Vice Dean, Head of the Restorative Dentistry Department (RDS), and Supervisor of the Students’ Club and Activities.
Prof. Al-Qarni has been a registered consultant at the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCHS) since 2015. Additionally, he serves as the Director of the Saudi Board of Restorative Dentistry Training Centers in the Southern Region of Saudi Arabia. He is also a Board Member of the Saudi Society of Restorative Dentistry.
Prof. Al-Qarni earned his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from King Saud University in 2007. He subsequently obtained:
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A Specialty Certificate in Restorative Dentistry (Saudi Board in Restorative Dentistry, Saudi Commission for Health Specialties) in 2012.
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A Clinical Master’s in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry from Pacific University, USA in 2014.
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Membership (MFDRCSI) from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in 2016.
Prof. Al-Qarni has published more than 20 research articles in high-impact, ISI-indexed scientific journals. Additionally, he has received funded research grants from KKU and is currently engaged in several ongoing innovative research projects.
Prof. Al-Qarni is passionate about expanding his expertise in environments where he can apply his skills and knowledge to enhance institutional effectiveness. He is committed to strategic planning, academic leadership, and continuous innovation, with a strong focus on achieving excellence through dedication and inspiration.
Office of the Dean
Mr. Mitrek Al-Subaie (Office Manager)
Office Phone: 017-2418005
Mr. Abdullah Saglan (Dean’s Secretary)
Office Phone: 017-2417776