

From BDS to DDS: Your Path to U.S. Dentistry
About the Event:
Sunday, October 5th
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST / 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM PKT
Live on Google Meet (link will be shared after RSVP)
Applying to U.S. dental schools is more than just clearing exams. It’s about building the right profile, crafting a strong application, and navigating the CAAPID process with confidence. DreamBridge.ai presents a special session with Dr. Rabika Syed on how to transition from BDS to DDS in the US.
Meet the Guest:
Dr. Rabika Syed is a foreign-trained dentist and a graduate of Ziauddin University. After moving to the United States, she passed the INBDE and, on her first CAAPID attempt, was admitted into the DDS program at Columbia University, where she is currently enrolled. She also mentors dental graduates on preparing for INBDE and successfully applying through CAAPID.
Who is this for?
International dentists preparing for the INBDE
Applicants targeting U.S. dental schools through CAAPID
Students interested in the DDS journey and opportunities at Columbia
About the Host:
Zainab Kamran is the Growth Lead at Dreambridge.ai and an incoming student at Georgetown University. She recently completed a private equity internship at Lionchase North America. She’s a national champion in both gymnastics and martial arts, and was selected as the only Pakistani female in her category at the Asian Games 2018.
About DreamBridge.ai:
DreamBridge.ai is an AI-powered platform that supports international students on their U.S. graduate school journey. From university matching and application prep to visa guidance and funding resources, we provide the tools, mentorship, and community (through our AI platform and Skool network) to help students succeed abroad.