Dr. Ken Tilashalski appointed dean of Tennessee dental school

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center appointed Ken Tilashalski, DMD, as dean of its College of Dentistry in Memphis.

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Dr. Tilashalski previously served as the college’s executive associate dean since September 2023, according to an April 22 news release. In his new role, he will succeed James Ragain, DDS, PhD, who has served as dean since 2018.

Dr. Ragain will continue with the college as dean emeritus, the university said. 

Dr. Tilashalski will begin his new role July 1. 

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