About The Global Implant Institute

Our Mission & Approach

The Global Implant Institute (GII) is dedicated to advancing the field of dental implantology through world-class education and mentorship. Our mission is to empower dental professionals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to provide exceptional implant care and transform patient lives.

Why Live Patient Training?

At GII, we believe that live patient training is the gold standard for surgical education. While cadaver-based courses have their place in anatomy education, they simply cannot replicate the critical aspects of real-world clinical practice.

Real tissue responses: Live patients present authentic tissue characteristics, including bleeding, tissue handling properties, and healing responses. Cadaveric tissue lacks vascularity and normal physiological responses, which are crucial for developing proper surgical technique and judgment.

Patient management skills: Working with real patients teaches you invaluable skills in patient communication, anxiety management, and intraoperative decision-making. These soft skills are essential for building a successful implant practice but cannot be learned on cadavers.

Immediate feedback: Live surgery provides instant feedback on your technique through patient comfort, tissue response, and healing outcomes. This real-time learning accelerates skill development far beyond what cadaver training can offer.

Confidence building: Performing procedures under expert supervision on real patients in a controlled environment builds genuine confidence. When you return to your practice, you'll have already faced the challenges of live surgery with experienced mentors by your side.

We believe in immersive, hands-on learning experiences guided by leading experts. Our courses focus on practical application, cutting-edge techniques, and evidence-based protocols to ensure predictable and successful outcomes.

GII fosters a collaborative environment where clinicians can network, share insights, and grow together. Join us in our commitment to excellence and become part of a global community shaping the future of implant dentistry.

Meet Our Co-Founders

Sit down with GII Co-Founders Dr. Riz Syed and Dr. Rudi Mukherjee as they discuss the philosophy behind live-patient training and the transformative benefits of going through the GII program. Discover their vision for advancing dental implantology and how their unique approach empowers clinicians worldwide.

Our Faculty

Meet the world-class team of experts dedicated to your success in dental implantology

Co-Founders & Clinical Directors

Dr. Riz Syed

Dr. Riz Syed

Leading Dental Surgeon & Implantology Innovator

Dr. Riz Syed is acclaimed internationally as one of the UK's most qualified and experienced dental surgeons, a true luminary in the field of implant dentistry. His expertise is sought after globally, lecturing on all facets of implantology, including sophisticated hard and soft tissue management, and groundbreaking full‐arch immediate loading techniques.

Dr. Syed is at the vanguard of dental innovation, expertly performing immediate, same‐day teeth procedures (All‐on‐Four), alongside advanced transnasal and zygomatic implants for patients facing severe bone loss. He is recognized as a leading authority in Southern Zygomatic and Nasal implants.

Having qualified in 1999 from the prestigious Royal London Hospital, Dr. Syed completed extensive postgraduate studies in both implant and restorative dentistry, including a Master's Certificate from UCLA, and advanced training in tissue management across America, Europe, Brazil, and South Africa.

Dr. Rudi Mukherjee

Dr. Rudi Mukherjee

Specialist in Full-Arch Implant Rehabilitation & Digital Dentistry Pioneer

Dr. Rudi Mukherjee stands as a distinguished figure in implant dentistry, renowned as a clinician, educator, and researcher with a profound specialization in full‐arch implant rehabilitation and restorative dentistry. With over 15 years of dedicated experience, he has passionately advanced the frontiers of dental implantology.

A proud alumnus of King's College London, Dr. Mukherjee's pursuit of excellence has taken him across the globe, learning from the world's most innovative experts. His pioneering contributions to cutting‐edge digital workflows have revolutionized dental education, fostering a dynamic and intensely practical learning environment.

As a co‐founder of one of the UK's premier national dental implant clinics—dedicated exclusively to full‐arch solutions—Dr. Mukherjee has been instrumental in transforming the landscape of implant dentistry. His commitment to education shines through his role as a guest lecturer at the University of Barcelona and in specialized residency programs.

Academic Leadership & Operations

Dr. David Madruga

Dr. David Madruga

European Academic Lead

DDS, Associate Professor in Periodontics URJC (Madrid), DipImpDent RCS(Eng) (AdvCert), MSc Implant Dentistry (Leeds), International PhD URJC (Madrid)

Dr David Madruga achieved a Diploma in Implant Dentistry and Advanced Certificate at the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons of England, leading towards a Masters degree in Clinical Implantology at the University of Leeds. He achieved an International PhD at the University Rey Juan Carlos (Madrid).

David served as Tutor of the Diploma in Implant Dentistry and Fellowship adviser at the Faculty of General Dental Practice, Royal College of Surgeons of England. He has actively been involved in educational programs and research for the last 15 years, lecturing extensively nationally and internationally in dental implantology and reconstructive surgery.

He was appointed Associate Professor in Periodontics in 2018 at the University Rey Juan Carlos, Madrid. He is the Academic Director of the European MSc in Dental Implantology and the Masters in Advanced Implantology and Tissue Regeneration at the same institution.

Dr. Shekha Bhuva

Dr. Shekha Bhuva

Specialist Operations & Logistics

BDS MFDS RCS (Eng) MClinDent MPerio RCS (Ed)

Dr. Shekha Bhuva is a highly experienced Specialist Periodontist and Implant Dentist, known for her clinical precision, gentle manner, and commitment to delivering outstanding patient outcomes. She has a particular interest in dental implantology, providing comprehensive solutions from single-tooth replacements to complex regenerative procedures.

After graduating from Guy's, King's and St Thomas' Dental Hospital, Dr. Bhuva undertook extensive postgraduate training, including hospital roles in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative Dentistry. She completed her Master's in Clinical Dentistry (Periodontology) with distinction at Guy's Hospital and is on the specialist register.

Outside clinical practice, Dr. Bhuva has served on the BSP Council for over 7 years, contributing to the advancement of periodontal education and clinical standards in the UK. She has also worked as an examiner for postgraduate dental qualifications, helping to shape the next generation of dental professionals.

Our Incredible Nursing Team

Behind every successful surgery and training session stands our exceptional team of highly skilled clinical nurses. With years of experience in complex implant procedures and full-arch rehabilitation, our nursing staff provides critical support that ensures both patient safety and optimal learning outcomes for our students.

Our nurses are specialists in live-patient surgical protocols, expertly managing everything from patient preparation and chairside assistance to sterile technique maintenance and post-operative care coordination. Their calm professionalism and anticipatory skills create an environment where students can focus on developing their clinical expertise with confidence.

Beyond their technical excellence, our nursing team serves as mentors and educators, guiding students through the nuances of surgical workflow, patient communication, and the countless details that distinguish good dentistry from exceptional care. They are an integral part of what makes the GII learning experience truly transformative.

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