Physician Resident
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Dr. Joshua Cho, DMD is currently a PGY-III Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery resident at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. He was born in Kaohsiung, Taiwan and grew up in Great Neck, Long Island. At the end of high school, Dr Cho had the opportunity to participate in a medical mission trip to Myanmar. There, he witnessed the impact of political issues on healthcare delivery and efforts to help those typically underserved and disenfranchised. In 2012, Dr Cho attending the University of Rochester and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. At Rochester, Dr Cho was inspired to pursuit science and research. He participated in research involving molecular mechanisms of neuroinflammation and abdominal aortic aneurysm development. However, what had captured his attention the most during his time in Rochester was his experience in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He realized oral surgery requires a passion for care, ingenuity to overcome challenges, and appreciation for esthetics and function that transcend superficial cosmetic enhancement. Prior to attending dental school, Dr Cho received the Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) and joined the United States Navy. In 2020, Dr. Cho started his dental education at the University of Pennsylvania and was selected by the Navy for Full-Time Outservice (FTOS) program at the end of dental school. He is now undergoing his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency training at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. After residency, Dr Cho wishes to serve traditional populations and those who, for geopolitical or socio-economic reasons, are less likely to receive care. With skills obtained in residency, Dr Cho looks forward to embarking on future journeys with the U.S. Navy as a care provider and educator to guide and empower many by performing ordinary and life-changing surgeries.
Dr. Cho currently resides in Philadelphia with his wife, Ashley. In his free time, Dr. Cho loves to travel, especially to visit friends and family. He also enjoys skiing and hiking.
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
GPS1 - Poster Session and Reception supported by OMS Foundation
Thursday, September 21, 2023
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM PDT