BDS (Hong Kong), BSc (Otago), Dip Sci (Otago), Specialist Orthodontist
Dr Nishan R Fernando is a male Specialist Orthodontist.
Dr Nishan Fernando is from the deep South of New Zealand. He completed a Bachelor of Science in physiology, and Post Graduate Diploma in Science, in pharmacology and toxicology from the University of Otago. His area of research was in hypertension, and he also published a Poisons Information Monograph for the World Health Organisation.
Nishan later travelled to South East Asia where he completed his Bachelor in Dental Surgery from Hong Kong University. It was during this time his keen interest in orthodontics and facial growth developed. With his successes in the undergraduate dental program, Nishan was employed in The Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics at Prince Phillip Dental Hospital as a House Officer. The position involved treating complex cases and medically compromised children, as well as orthodontic patients under the supervision of his orthodontic professors. This was one of 3 positions that were keenly sought for those intending to compete for post graduate study.
During this time he volunteered his time with a cleft lip and palate team which went to Cambodia. He also volunteered his time to the Warehouse Project, which was set up to provide a safe and fun environment for young teens to socialise in Hong Kong.
Upon returning to New Zealand, and a few more examinations he registered with the New Zealand Dental Council and The General Dental Council (UK). After a few years in private general dental practice in New Zealand, Nishan attended the University of Adelaide to complete his Doctoral in Clinical Dentistry (Orthodontics) in 2005. His area of research involved the investigation of dental, skeletal and facial complex changes with extraction orthodontic therapy, and assessment of the resultant aesthetic changes of the face . He also a underwent further examinations to be a Member of the Royal College of Surgeon. Nishan is also the secretary of the Australasian Begg Society of Orthodontists. This organisation has the primary function of providing continued education conferences for orthodontists with world class speakers, and is also the primary supporter of the Cleft Lip & Palatal project in East Timor.
