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  • AAWD at the University of California San Francisco

    AAWD at the University of California San Francisco
    President: Lili Szabo, Class of 2017

    ucsfAAWD at the University of California San Francisco had an exciting fall quarter! The chapter kicked off the quarter by attending the annual AAWD session in Washington, DC. President, Lili Szabo and Vice president, Brittany Vacura spent three days in Washington, DC. attending the AAWD student session, several CE courses and exploring the city. The board members had a great time networking with other students and AAWD members and getting to learn from other student chapters across the country.

    Back in San Francisco the chapter hosted a lunch and learn for school of dentistry students. Dr. Gwen Essex, a UCSF School of Dentistry faculty member spoke at the lunch and learn about her experience being a woman in a predominantly male profession and the importance of advocating for each other. Dr. Essex shared a powerful message about collegiality and teamwork.

    In October the chapter participated in an event in San Francisco that encourages middle school aged girls to pursue careers in science and math. Chapter board members lead a 70 min interactive session for attendees that taught them about what it is like to be a dentist, the role science plays in dentistry and how to pursue a career in dentistry. The girls got the opportunity to learn about tooth morphology and participate in a tooth identification game, as well as place a composite restoration in a plastic tooth. Attendees remarked that they enjoyed the session
    and some of them even said that they were now interested in pursuing a career in dentistry. In December the chapter raised money by coordinating a white coat embroidery fundraiser. The chapter collected white coats and scrub tops from students and faculty to be embroidered with their names.

    The chapter is planning some exciting events for the new year, including a valentines day party for members, a dinner and learn with current female faculty and an outreach event with SafeHouse San Francisco to provide  the program’s residents with oral heath education. The UCSF chapter is looking forward to an active and rewarding
    new year.

  • Introducing AAWD’s New Executive Director… Ms. Donna Deans!

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    Donna is the Chief Performance Officer (CPO) and Convention Services Director of International Association Management. Donna’s expert knowledge, experience with medical manufacturers and universities, and skills as a recognized leader make her an ideal choice to implement strategic initiatives and bring more value to our organization. She is a Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) with experience in management, hotel contract  negotiation, financial management, on-site event coordination, continuing medical education, site selection, sponsorship, enduring materials, web design and travel.

    Donna has a long history in association leadership. She is an active member and Past President of the Tampa Bay Chapter of the Meeting Professionals International. Donna is a sought-after instructor and speaker on certification topics such as hotel contract negotiation. Her professional history includes many awards for marketing excellence. Donna holds a Bachelor’s of Business Administration (Marketing) from the University of South Florida.

    Previously, Donna served as the Director of Conferences for two large medical device manufacturers. Working directly with the CEO and CFO, she managed the Meeting Services Department with a staff of ten and a scope of work that managed over five hundred events and fifteen trade shows a year. Donna also worked in the university system for twenty years as a Senior Meeting Planner for Baylor College of Medicine and the University of South Florida, College of Medicine. She planned conferences for both physicians and nurses.

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  • OAWD’s Annual Winter Party

    OKLAHOMA ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN DENTISTS
    Submitted by Dr. Mary Martin

    oklahoma-2The OAWD met Friday evening, January 15, 2016, at the home of Dr. Sara Spurlock for their Annual Winter Party. The meeting was well attended, especially by students from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry.
    President Jennifer Jenkins welcomed everyone, made announcements of upcoming events and highlighted the Silent Auction. Monies from this year’s Auction will be donated to Good Shepherd Ministries Dental Clinic.
    Everyone had a great time and loved seeing how the house built in 1929 was transformed into a beautiful modern home while maintaining the elegant architecture of the twenties.

     

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  • Paint it Forward hosted by AAWD Chapter

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    President: Laura Varadi, Class of 2017

    uscOn December 3rd, 2015 the Medical University of South Carolina’s chapter of AAWD hosted a Paint it Forward event to support Smiles for Success and the North Charleston Free Dental clinic, our local philanthropy. Members from the chapter were lead by an artist to paint a portrait of Rainbow Row, an historic landmark in Charleston.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • Dr. Sharon Crane Siegel Receives The 2015 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award

    Dr. Sharon Crane Siegel Receives The 2015 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award

    The American Association of Women Dentists Awards Sharon Crane Siegel, DDS, MS, 2015 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award The American Association of Women Dentists is proud to announce the Recipient of the prestigious 2015 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award – Dr. Sharon Crane Siegel. According to Dr. Niessen, Dean and Professor at College of Dental Medicine, Nova Southeastern University, “Dr. Siegel’s skills as an accomplished scientist, teacher, clinician and mentor continue to develop where she now serves as one of the leading academic prosthodontists in the country.” Dr. Siegel was the first woman to be appointed as a Section Chair at the NSU College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Siegel is a Diplomat of the International College of Oral Implantologists, holds a Master’s Degree in Oral Biology and a Certificate in Prosthodontics. She is currently enrolled in a Masters of Business Administration program. As an accomplished researcher, Dr. Siegel has published 35 papers in international peer-reviewed journals and presented at many scientific meetings. She has encouraged research interests and guided several doctoral and postdoctoral students’ research projects to completion. Dr. Siegel is the recipient of the 2009 cDaniel College Alumni Professional Achievement Award. She is the co-inventor of a dental device used to stabilize dental casts. Dr. Siegel’s is a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry and of the American college of Dentists. She serves on the Research Committee of the American College of Prosthodontists and the Clinical Reports Section Editor of the Journal of Prosthodontics. Her other volunteer activities include serving as a Chair of the Section on Prothodontics of the Council of Section of ADEA and as Chair for the Annual Session Program Committee of ADEA. She has served as the President of the Supreme Chapter of OKU and as the President of the Chi Psi Chapter at NSU and the Phi Chapter of Omicron Kappa Upsilon at University of Maryland. Dr. Sharon Siegel has had a long standing commitment to AAWD. She has been the faculty mentor to the AAWD student groups at both University of Maryland College of Dentistry and NSU. Dr. Siegel has served on the Gillette Hayden Foundation Advisory Board and as Chair of Corporate Round Table and Seal of Approval. Dr. Sharon Siegel is an accomplished scientist, teacher clinician and mentor and a role model for the young women growing up in the dental profession today. She truly is an inspiration to us all. The Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award is AAWD’s highest honor and recognizes significant service to dentistry on the basis of achievement in civic, cultural, humanitarian and academic areas. It honors women who promote a positive image for women in dentistry and those who help to advance AAWD’s mission to be the recognized resource for connecting and enriching lives of women dentists.

    Dr. Sharon Siegel will receive her award during the AAWD’s Annual Meeting & Award Banquet on Friday,
    November 6, 2015 at Walter Washington Convention Center in Washington D.C.

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  • Makani Dollinger And Angela Guilard Receive 2015 Colgate Research Scholarship Award

    Makani Dollinger And Angela Guilard Receive 2015 Colgate Research Scholarship Award

    The American Association of Women Dentists proudly announces the Colgate Research Scholarship recipients for 2015.  Receive  are this year’s award recipients.  Makani Dollinger will be graduating this spring with her DMD from East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine.  And Angela Guilard is a DMD/ PhD candidate expected to receive her degrees in June of 2016 from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry.

    Please join us in congratulating both recipients!

  • Dr. Dehghan Wins The 2014 P&G And Gillette Hayden Research Award

    Dr. Dehghan Wins The 2014 P&G And Gillette Hayden Research Award

    The American Association of Women Dentists proudly announces the Procter & Gamble and Gillette Hayden Memorial Foundation award recipient for 2014.  Dr. Mojdeh Dehghan is this year’s award recipient.  She is the principal investigator for her research titled “A Neutralizing Mouthwash to Minimize and Prevent Tooth Erosion in Patients with Eating Disorders”.  Dr. Dehghan plans to present her research at the AAWD annual session in Washington DC on November 6th, 2015 at the Walter Washington Convention Center.  Dr. Dehghan is an Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee School of Dentistry.   Please join us in congratulating Dr. Dehghan!

  • AAWD Honors Dr. Rise’ Martin With The 2014 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award

    Rise_MartinDr. Rise’ Martin of Lakehills, TX has been named the recipient of the 2014 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award by the American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD).

    This is the highest honor that the AAWD bestows upon a woman dentist member and recognizes significant service to dentistry on the basis of achievement in civic, cultural, humanitarian and academic areas.  It honors women who promote a positive image for women in dentistry and those who help to advance AAWD’s mission to be the recognized resource for connecting and enriching lives of women dentists.

    Dr. Martin was nominated by beloved Past President Dr. Jane Selbe. After Dr. Selbe died in March, Dr. Martin’s nomination was seconded by Immediate past President Dr. Mary Beth Aichelmenn-Reidy.

    Dr. Martin’s contributions to AAWD, the dental industry and her community at large are too numerous to list, but we’ve highlighted some of our favorites below.

    Dr. Martin graduated with a DDS degree from UTHSCSA and joined the faculty in 1993 where she stayed on  until 2003.  In 2001, she started her own practice in Lakehllls, TX where she has been an active member of the community, serving as a Mission Dentist for the past 20 years; serving the community as a Lay Minister of the Methodist Church and volunteering at the local food bank and homeowners association.

    She has served the dental community well – from 1997 – 2005 she served on the AAWD’s Executive Board, serving as President for a 2-year term (2000 and 2001).  She served as President of AAWD’s 501-c-3 Foundation, Smiles for Success, from 2004-2009 and continues to donate dental work to patients whenever called upon.

    Dr. Martin has been recognized for her efforts by her peers through various organization for her efforts:

    • In 2008 she was elected and inducted into Pierre Fauchard Academy
    • In 2010 she was presented with the Texas Dental Association Goodfellow Award
    • In 2011, the American Dental Association presented Dr. Martin with the Golden Apple Award for Leadership
    • and in 2012 the Texas Academy of General Dentistry named Dr. Martin “ Dentist of the Year”

    She currently holds membership in  the International College of Dentistry, Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society, Delta Mu Delta, National Honor Society-Bus. Admin., Our Lady of the Lake Alumni Association, American College of Dentistry, Christian Medical/Dental Association, AGD, TAGD, ADA, TDA, SADDS, UTHSCDSSA Alumni, the American Dental Association, the American Association of Women Dentists.

    This year she is serving as Local Chair for ADA-2014 America’s Dental Meeting, which AAWD is proud to partner with in 2014.  Please join us for our 2014 Annual Meeting “AAWD – Leading the Future of Dentistry” in the Lila Cockrell Theatre on Thursday, October 9, 2014, when Dr. Rise’ Martin will be on hand to accept her much-deserved award.

    The American Association of Women Dentists congratulates Dr. Rise’ Martin on all of her accomplishments.

    The American Association of Women Dentists is the premier organization for women dentists dedicated to becoming the recognized resource for connecting and enriching the lives of women dentists.

  • 2014 Colgate Research Awards

    For more than 30 years, Colgate has partnered with AAWD to present ten awards to Junior/Senior dental students who have shown academic excellence in research.  This important award has given women entering the dental profession support and confidence as they enter the competitive field of research.

    We congratulate the following recipients of the Colgate Research Awards for 2014:

    • Lisa Alford – UMKC, School of Dentistry
    • Htet Bo – Nova Southeastern University School of Dentistry
    • Sonal Chhanabhai – Boston University School of Dentistry
    • Alexandria Hawkins – Southern Illinois University School of Dentistry
    • Sara Hinds – New York University School of Dentistry
    • Lauren Katz – University of North Carolina School of Dentistry
    • Jessica Schwarz – University of Michigan School of Dentistry
    • Lisa Simon- Harvard University School of Dentistry
    • Sara Wheeler – Arizona School of Dentistry School of Dentistry
    • Youjin (Brianna) Yang- University of Pennsylvania School of Dentistry

    Congratulations on a job well done!  Keep up the good work

  • AAWD Names A-Dec, Inc’s New 400 Series 2013 Best New Product For Women

    Pictured (left to right): Andrew Kaltenbach, A-dec, Inc.; Paula Vogel, A-dec Inc.; Mary Beth Aichelmann-Reidy, DDS, AAWD President and Tawana Lee-Ware, DDS, AAWD, President-Elect
    Pictured (left to right): Andrew Kaltenbach, A-dec, Inc.; Paula Vogel, A-dec Inc.; Mary Beth Aichelmann-Reidy, DDS, AAWD President and Tawana Lee-Ware, DDS, AAWD, President-Elect

    LED Operatory Light A-dec, Inc. 400 Series Named 2013 Best New Product for Women by the American Association of Women Dentists

    Last week, during the 2013 AAWD Annual Meeting and Conference, Building WEALTH, members and annual meeting attendees cast their votes for the 2013 Best New Product for Women.

    Contest entrants were AAWD sponsors and exhibitors participating in the meeting.   Attendees were given ballots with each participating company’s product description. The meeting attendees were encouraged to visit exhibitors to get more information about product.  The judging criteria was a new product that was geared toward women dentists and/or their women patients.

    AAWD is happy to report that for the 2nd year in a row, A-dec, Inc. has won the Best New Product for Women Contest for their brand-new 400 Series line.

    “Our members had the opportunity to see this brand-new system first-hand during our annual meeting and were very impressed with its sleek styling and excellent attention to detail.  That’s why it was named 2013 Best New Product for Women by the American Association of Women Dentists,” noted conference chair and AAWD President-Elect Dr. Tawana Lee-Ware.

    To learn more about A-dec or the A-dec 400 seriest, contact Paula Vogel, at 1.800.547.1883 (1.503.538.7478 worldwide) or visit a-dec.com.