A Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics, he has spent more than 50 years in clinical endodontic practice, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of complex dental conditions. He earned a Bachelor of Arts, a Master of Arts in Geology (Micropaleontology), and a Doctor of Dental Surgery, followed by postgraduate training in endodontics. His work includes surgical and non-surgical root canal therapy, management of root fractures, and treatment planning for infections and developing teeth, along with evaluation of orofacial pain and related dental pathologies.

His career extends well beyond clinical care, with long-standing academic involvement and international teaching roles. He previously served in a senior academic position within a dental school environment and has contributed to postgraduate training programs across the United States and abroad. His influence in the field is further reflected through many years of lecturing and his role in shaping clinical education and standards within endodontics.

He is widely recognized for his scholarly contributions, including senior editorial involvement in a leading reference text in endodontics, along with numerous peer-reviewed publications addressing both clinical practice and medico-legal issues. His experience also includes litigation-related work involving dental injuries and procedural complications, supported by many years of consultation and testimony in endodontic matters.