Christian Cusimano DDS
Orthodontist
345 W Iowa Ave Nampa Idaho, 83686About
Dr. Chris grew up in Southern California where he was a competitive swimmer at West Covina High School and Cal Poly, Pomona where he completed his undergraduate degree. Lifeguarding in the summers, spending the winters as a ski instructor and surfing whenever possible, Dr. Chris grew up living the Southern California lifestyle. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from Cal Poly, Dr. Chris attended dental school at the University of Southern California where he graduated in the top of his class. He continued on at USC to complete his orthodontic residency and earn a master's degree in craniofacial biology. Dr. Chris is still an avid skier and also enjoys photography, mountain biking, surfing, running, flying drones and helicopters (Dr. Chris is a licensed helicopter pilot), collecting and restoring antiques, and spending time with his wife, Winona.
Education and Training
University of Southern California DDS 1987
University of Southern California MS 1995
Board Certification
American Board of Orthodontics
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Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- American Orthodontic Society
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
- Idaho State Dental Association
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