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Arab Israeli Woman Achieves Professorship in US Dental Surgery

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Dr. Abeer Abu Speih, an Israeli Arab woman from Dabburiya, has been appointed Clinical Assistant Professor at High Point University in North Carolina, specializing in periodontics and dental implants.

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  • Dr. Abeer Abu Speih appointed Professor at US university.
  • She specializes in periodontics and dental implants.
  • Her academic journey began in 2020 with an MPH.
  • She received the prestigious Ruben Award.
  • Her story is seen as an inspiration to young Arabs.

Dr. Abeer Abu Speih, a 34-year-old from the village of Dabburiya in Israel's Galilee region, has earned the academic title of "Professor" and joined the faculty at High Point University (HPU) in North Carolina. She holds the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor in the specialized fields of periodontics and dental implants.

Dr. Abu Speih's academic journey began in 2020 with a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the University of Miami. She then pursued her doctorate and advanced specialization in periodontics and dental implants at Boston University, graduating with honors.

Her exceptional performance during her specialization earned her the prestigious Ruben Award. Dr. Abu Speih, who is married with two children, is presented as an inspiration, demonstrating that ambition transcends geographical and challenging limitations.

Her success story, transitioning from a student leaving her village with dreams to a researcher, surgeon, and university professor in the United States, is highlighted as a significant source of pride for the entire Arab community. Her career is framed as an inspiring message to young people, emphasizing that one's origins do not limit potential and that overcoming setbacks and self-belief are key to achieving success.

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