Professional Overview

Dr. Octavian Detenamo is a highly skilled dentist and oral surgery specialist with over a decade of clinical experience in dental medicine. He currently serves as the Head of Dental Services at the Nauru Medical Centre, where he leads clinical operations, service development, and departmental management.

His expertise includes oral surgery, restorative dentistry, preventive care, and hospital-based dental services. Dr. Detenamo is also trained in healthcare leadership and actively participates in international oral health conferences, strengthening national dental service capacity.

Areas of Expertise

• Oral surgery & complex dental procedures
• General dentistry & restorative treatment
• Dental service leadership & administration
• Infection control & hospital dentistry
• Public oral health & community outreach

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Certifications & Affiliations:
• MSc Healthcare Leadership & Management
• Post-graduate Diploma in Oral Surgery
• Chevening Scholar (UK)
• Member, Oral Health Pacific Islands Alliance