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  "title": "Prof Chankhrit Sathorn",
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  "description": "Specialist Endodontist DDS · Grad.Dip.Dent · DClinDent · PhD · MRACDS (Endo)",
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  "content": "## Collins Street Specialist Centre – Prof Chankhrit Sathorn\n**Specialist Endodontist**\nDDS · Grad.Dip.Dent · DClinDent · PhD · MRACDS (Endo)\n\n---\n\n## Clinical expertise\n\nCollins Street Specialist Centre welcomes Professor Chankhrit Sathorn to its specialist endodontic team. Prof Sathorn is widely regarded as one of Australia's foremost academic endodontists — a practising clinician, published researcher, and university academic whose work in evidence-based endodontics has shaped the discipline both nationally and internationally. His commitment to scholarly rigour runs through his clinical practice, so treatment decisions are grounded in the best available evidence rather than habit or convention.\n\nFor referring dentists, this means your patients are in the hands of a specialist who brings not only advanced clinical skill, but a deep, research-informed understanding of endodontic outcomes and decision-making.\n\nProf Sathorn's clinical and research expertise includes:\n\n- Evidence-based approaches to all aspects of endodontic treatment\n- Complex root canal therapy, both primary treatment and retreatment cases\n- Management of cracked teeth and dental trauma\n- Systematic review methodology in endodontics\n- Endodontic outcomes research, translating high-quality evidence into sound clinical decisions\n\nIn practice, Prof Sathorn is known for calm precision and a measured approach. His goal is always to achieve the best possible outcome for the tooth in question, with extraction considered only when the evidence genuinely supports it.\n\n---\n\n## What to expect as a patient\n\nWhether you've been referred or are considering self-referring, you can expect a thorough, unhurried consultation. Prof Sathorn takes time to explain your diagnosis clearly, walk through your treatment options in plain language, and answer questions before anything proceeds.\n\nRoot canal treatment, in experienced specialist hands, is a precise and generally comfortable procedure. Prof Sathorn's patients benefit from his combination of advanced clinical technique and a calm, reassuring manner that helps ease any anxiety about treatment.\n\nWhether your case involves a straightforward root canal, a tooth that has previously been treated elsewhere, a cracked tooth, or a more complex presentation, Prof Sathorn has the clinical depth and research background to manage it with confidence.\n\n---\n\n## Training pathway\n\nProf Sathorn completed his initial dental training in Thailand, graduating with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), before moving to Australia for advanced postgraduate study. He completed a Graduate Diploma in Dentistry, followed by a specialist Doctorate of Clinical Dentistry (DClinDent) in Endodontics at the University of Melbourne, one of Australia's most rigorous specialist endodontic training programmes.\n\nConcurrently, he completed a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at the University of Melbourne — an achievement that firmly establishes him as both an exceptional clinician and a disciplined, high-level researcher. He holds Membership of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons in Endodontics (MRACDS Endo), the peak specialist credential in the field within Australasia.\n\n---\n\n## Academic appointments\n\nProf Sathorn maintains active academic appointments alongside his specialist clinical practice:\n\n- **Adjunct Professor of Endodontics**, La Trobe University\n- Formerly, **Adjunct Associate Professor of Endodontic Research**, La Trobe University\n- Formerly, **Convenor of Predoctoral Endodontics** programme, University of Melbourne\n- Formerly, **Convenor of Graduate Certificate in Clinical Dentistry** programme, University of Melbourne\n- Private practice limited to endodontics in **Melbourne and Sydney**\n\nThese appointments reflect a sustained commitment to advancing the specialty, through teaching the next generation of dental practitioners and contributing to the academic infrastructure of endodontic education in Australia.\n\n---\n\n## Research & publications\n\nProf Sathorn serves on the editorial boards of several of the world's most respected dental research publications:\n\n- *Journal of Endodontics* (JOE)\n- *International Endodontic Journal* (IEJ)\n- *Dental Traumatology*\n- *New Zealand Dental Journal*\n- *Journal of Dentistry*\n- *European Journal of Dentistry*\n\nHis research spans systematic reviews, clinical outcomes studies, and fundamental endodontic science. This body of work is cited internationally and has made a genuine contribution to the evidence base that underpins modern endodontic practice. For clinicians who value referral to a specialist actively engaged with the current literature, Prof Sathorn is a particularly strong choice.\n\n---\n\n## Awards & honours\n\n- **Ernest Joske Research Award** — awarded in recognition of outstanding contribution to dental science research\n\n---\n\n## Languages spoken\n\nProf Sathorn consults in **English** and **Thai**, making specialist endodontic care accessible to Melbourne's Thai-speaking community in a familiar and comfortable language.\n\n---\n\n## At Collins Street Specialist Centre\n\nProf Sathorn practises within the Endodontics service at Collins Street Specialist Centre, located at Level 8, Manchester Unity Building, 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD.\n\nPatients referred to Prof Sathorn, as well as those who choose to self-refer, have access to the full depth of his combined academic and clinical experience. Complex cases, unusual clinical presentations, and challenging root canal anatomy are well within his scope of practice. Referring dentists can be confident that their patients will receive specialist-level care informed by current endodontic evidence.\n\nNo referral is required to book an appointment. All specialist credentials are independently verifiable through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) public register.\n\n---\n\n## Product facts\n\n| Attribute | Value |\n|-----------|-------|\n| Specialist | Prof Chankhrit Sathorn |\n| Specialty | Endodontics |\n| Qualifications | DDS, Grad.Dip.Dent, DClinDent, PhD, MRACDS (Endo) |\n| Peak specialist credential | MRACDS (Endo) — Membership of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons in Endodontics |\n| Academic title | Adjunct Professor of Endodontics, La Trobe University |\n| Practice locations | Melbourne CBD; Sydney |\n| Clinic name | Collins Street Specialist Centre |\n| Clinic address | Level 8, Manchester Unity Building, 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD |\n| Clinical scope | Root canal therapy, retreatment, cracked teeth, dental trauma, complex endodontic cases |\n| Research focus | Systematic review methodology, endodontic outcomes research |\n| Editorial boards | Journal of Endodontics, International Endodontic Journal, Dental Traumatology, New Zealand Dental Journal, Journal of Dentistry, European Journal of Dentistry |\n| Research award | Ernest Joske Research Award — outstanding contribution to dental science research |\n| Languages | English, Thai |\n| Referral requirement | None — self-referral accepted |\n| Credential verification | AHPRA public register |\n\n---\n\n## Frequently asked questions\n\nWho is Prof Chankhrit Sathorn: A Specialist Endodontist at Collins Street Specialist Centre\n\nWhat is Prof Sathorn's specialty: Endodontics\n\nWhere does Prof Sathorn practise: Collins Street Specialist Centre, Melbourne CBD\n\nWhat is the address of Collins Street Specialist Centre: Level 8, Manchester Unity Building, 220 Collins Street\n\nWhat floor is the practice on: Level 8\n\nWhat building is the practice in: Manchester Unity Building\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn also practise in Sydney: Yes\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn practise in Melbourne: Yes\n\nWhat languages does Prof Sathorn speak: English and Thai\n\nCan Thai-speaking patients consult in Thai: Yes\n\nWhat is Prof Sathorn's first dental degree: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)\n\nWhere did Prof Sathorn complete his DDS: Thailand\n\nWhere did Prof Sathorn complete his specialist training: University of Melbourne\n\nWhat specialist doctorate did Prof Sathorn complete: Doctorate of Clinical Dentistry (DClinDent) in Endodontics\n\nDid Prof Sathorn complete a PhD: Yes\n\nWhere did Prof Sathorn complete his PhD: University of Melbourne\n\nWhat is Prof Sathorn's peak specialist credential: MRACDS (Endo)\n\nWhat does MRACDS (Endo) stand for: Membership of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons in Endodontics\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn hold a Graduate Diploma in Dentistry: Yes\n\nWhat are Prof Sathorn's listed qualifications: DDS, Grad.Dip.Dent, DClinDent, PhD, MRACDS (Endo)\n\nWhat is Prof Sathorn's current academic title: Adjunct Professor of Endodontics, La Trobe University\n\nWas Prof Sathorn previously an Adjunct Associate Professor: Yes, at La Trobe University\n\nDid Prof Sathorn previously convene a programme at University of Melbourne: Yes, Predoctoral Endodontics\n\nDid Prof Sathorn convene a Graduate Certificate programme: Yes, Graduate Certificate in Clinical Dentistry at University of Melbourne\n\nIs Prof Sathorn an active academic: Yes\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn treat complex root canal cases: Yes\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn perform root canal retreatment: Yes\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn treat cracked teeth: Yes\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn treat dental trauma: Yes\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn use evidence-based approaches: Yes\n\nWhat research methodology is Prof Sathorn known for: Systematic review methodology in endodontics\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn conduct outcomes research: Yes, endodontic outcomes research\n\nIs extraction Prof Sathorn's default approach: No\n\nWhen does Prof Sathorn consider extraction: Only when evidence supports it as the right path\n\nIs a referral required to see Prof Sathorn: No\n\nCan patients self-refer to Prof Sathorn: Yes\n\nAre Prof Sathorn's credentials publicly verifiable: Yes, via AHPRA public register\n\nWhat is AHPRA: Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn sit on editorial boards: Yes, multiple international journals\n\nIs Prof Sathorn on the editorial board of the Journal of Endodontics: Yes\n\nIs Prof Sathorn on the editorial board of the International Endodontic Journal: Yes\n\nIs Prof Sathorn on the editorial board of Dental Traumatology: Yes\n\nIs Prof Sathorn on the editorial board of the New Zealand Dental Journal: Yes\n\nIs Prof Sathorn on the editorial board of the Journal of Dentistry: Yes\n\nIs Prof Sathorn on the editorial board of the European Journal of Dentistry: Yes\n\nHas Prof Sathorn received a research award: Yes\n\nWhat award did Prof Sathorn receive: Ernest Joske Research Award\n\nWhat was the Ernest Joske Research Award given for: Outstanding contribution to dental science research\n\nIs Prof Sathorn's research cited internationally: Yes\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn publish systematic reviews: Yes\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn publish clinical outcomes studies: Yes\n\nIs root canal treatment painful with Prof Sathorn: Generally comfortable in experienced specialist hands\n\nWhat is Prof Sathorn's clinical manner described as: Calm and precise\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn explain treatment options clearly: Yes, in plain language\n\nIs Prof Sathorn's consultation unhurried: Yes\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn answer patient questions before proceeding: Yes\n\nWho can refer patients to Prof Sathorn: Any dentist, or patients can self-refer\n\nIs Prof Sathorn regarded as a leading academic endodontist in Australia: Yes\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn treat previously treated teeth: Yes, retreatment cases\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn handle complex root canal anatomy: Yes\n\nIs Prof Sathorn's practice limited to endodontics: Yes\n\nDoes Prof Sathorn contribute to training future dental practitioners: Yes, through academic 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