Dr. Kaila D.

From being an early childhood education aide to being a student server in one of UCLA’s campus restaurants, Dr. Daniels spent her time in undergrad juggling a range of service activities, volunteering, academics, work, and fitness. After being accepted to several prestigious dental schools, she chose to pursue her DMD at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. Her academic achievements and diverse experiences position her as a highly knowledgeable and effective counselor for aspiring dental students.

Dr. Daniels is committed to being the mentor she wishes she had, providing comprehensive guidance to aspiring dental students as they navigate the complexities of the application process. Mentoring and advising pre-dental students are some of Dr. Daniels’ greatest passions. Her own experiences and challenges throughout her journey to and through dental school motivate her to help others achieve their dreams in dentistry. 

As a coach, Dr. Daniels’ strength lies in her ability to streamline the dental school application process, making it structured yet adaptable to each student's needs. She combines clear, step-by-step guidance with flexibility, adjusting plans as necessary while keeping students on track. Dr. Daniels’ hands-on, encouraging approach builds confidence, helping students tackle challenges and refine every aspect of their application. Dr. Daniels’ dedication to mentorship, comprehensive understanding of the dental school application process, and empathy make her an invaluable source of knowledge for pre-dental students.