Dr. Tim Chae grew up in the DC metro area in Maryland. He completed his undergrad at Syracuse University with a Bachelor’s degree of science. After his undergraduate studies, Dr. Tim did two years of bone endocrinology research at Mass General while working to complete a post baccalaureate at Harvard.

Dr. Tim studied at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, earning his degree of Dental Medicine (DMD), while also holding the title of Treasurer of his graduating class. Since graduation, he has continued active research which earned him the national award of 2018 AADR Student Research Fellowship.

While in dental school, Dr. Tim enrolled in an additional two-year program called Academic Career Track Area of Concentration (ACT ARCO) to develop leadership skills and gain foundation in teaching and research.