Dean, College of Dentistry – Al-Turath University, Baghdad, IraqProfessor of Dental Pharmacology
Prof. Dr. Tahani Abdulaziz Jaffar Al-Sandook is a distinguished academic leader and one of Iraq’s most respected figures in dental education. She currently serves as the Dean of the College of Dentistry at Al-Turath University, where she has played a transformative role in advancing academic excellence, institutional quality assurance, and research innovation.
With a foundational qualification in Oral and Dental Surgery and a specialization in Dental Pharmacology, Prof. Al-Sandook has built a career marked by scientific rigor and visionary leadership. Her academic journey includes key appointments such as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Mosul, Head of the Department of Dentistry at Al-Turath College, and Cultural Attaché at the Iraqi Embassy in Washington, D.C.—a testament to her national and international influence.
Her scholarly contributions span critical areas including pain management, antimicrobial agents, oral therapeutics, and pharmacological interventions in dentistry. She has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed studies on topics such as local anesthesia, fluoride release, and bone healing, with her research widely accessible through platforms like ResearchGate and Google Scholar.
Prof. Al-Sandook is also a pioneer in the development of quality assurance systems within Iraqi dental education. Under her leadership, the Faculty of Dentistry at Al-Turath University has implemented a comprehensive QA framework aligned with both national and international accreditation standards. Her strategic initiatives have driven digital transformation, research integration, and the establishment of systematic policies that ensure continuous improvement across academic, clinical, and administrative domains.
Known for her integrity, dedication, and forward-thinking approach, Prof. Dr. Tahani Al-Sandook continues to shape the future of dental education in Iraq and inspire excellence across the global academic community.