Position: Dean

Organization: UMKC School of Dentistry

Biography Text: Dr. Paul Luepke is currently serving as the Dean of the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) School of Dentistry. Dr. Luepke has held significant leadership roles, including Associate Dean positions at the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSC) College of Dentistry and Marquette University School of Dentistry, where he started a Advanced Education in Periodontics program. ontributed to the development of innovative curricula and programs. As President of the American Board of Periodontology, Dr. Luepke has played a crucial role in setting standards for the specialty and promoting excellence in periodontal practice. Dr. Luepke is a proud Navy veteran, having served for 21 years. His military background instills a strong sense of discipline and service, which he brings to his work in dental education and beyond.