Rate My Professor Estie Kruger

As Director of the International Research Collaborative – Oral Health and Equity, Professor Kruger's research specializations include dental public health, health behaviour, and oral health in rural and remote communities. She has produced over 200 peer-reviewed publications, contributing significantly to advancements in teledentistry, dental workforce distribution, access to care, and health inequities. Key publications feature "Challenges in the uptake of telemedicine in dentistry" (2016), "Teledentistry as a novel pathway to improve dental health in rural and remote Australia" (2020), "Role of telemedicine and mid-level dental providers in expanding dental-care access: potential application in rural Australia" (2016), and "Qualitative research and dental public health" (2012). She developed UWA's Master's program in dental public health, supervises PhD students, and has earned thousands of citations for her impactful work. Professor Kruger received the UWA Vice-Chancellor's Mid-Career Research Award in 2023, along with several teaching excellence awards and nominations. She serves as a Scientist in Residence at St Catherine’s College and a member of the UWA Alumni Council (2021-2026).