GSDM Lights Up Yankee
Yankee Dental Congress 36 (YDC) was held from January 26 to 30 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. GSDM representatives got involved with YDC participants through lectures, interactions on the exhibit floor, and volunteer opportunities. One of the highlights of the exhibit floor was the GSDM Alumni Lounge, where alums were welcomed and treated […]
Alums Come From Near and Far for Reception
On January 28, alumni, faculty, staff, and students came out in force to attend the annual alumni reception held during Yankee Dental Congress at the Seaport World Trade Center. The reception is an annual, informal event that gives everyone a chance to relax and to catch up with one another. "Each year Yankee brings our […]
MDS Recognizes Courtney Brady DMD 11 with Prestigious Award
Courtney Brady DMD 11 was selected as the 2011 recipient of the Matthew Boylan Scholarship. This scholarship was established by the Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS) and Bank of America in memory of former MDS Executive Director, Matthew Boylan. The scholarship is awarded annually during Yankee Dental Congress (YDC) to a Massachusetts resident and dental student […]
Elizabeth Benz DMD 11 Honored by American College of Dentists
Elizabeth Benz DMD 11 was presented with the American College of Dentists (ACD) Award at a luncheon held at Yankee Dental Congress 36. Benz was selected because she epitomizes the ACD’s principles of high achievement, strong leadership, and high ethical standards. During Benz’s four years at GSDM, she has been an active member of ASDA, […]
Gerard Dorato Chosen as Technician of the Year
Senior Dental Technologist Gerard Dorato was selected by the Massachusetts Dental Society to receive the John T. Griffin Technician of the Year Award, which was presented at the Presidential Award Ceremony & Reception at Yankee Dental Congress. The Technician of the Year Award is given annually to a dental technician for exceptional work in the […]
Dental School Role Model and Inspiration, Jean Ganley, Passes Away at 84
Jean Ganley, a long-time employee of GSDM, passed away on January 25. Ganley worked at the Dental School for 25 years—from July 1969 to her retirement in August 1994. During her time at the School she supervised first, the Dental Assistant Program and later, the day-to-day operations of Central Sterilization. “Jean Ganley was my teacher […]
Search Committee Formed for Chair of Periodontology & Oral Biology
“I am pleased to announce the formation of a Dean’s Advisory Search Committee for the position of GSDM Chair of the Department of Periodontology & Oral Biology,” said Dean Jeffrey W. Hutter. Professor and Chair of Health Policy & Health Services Research Dr. Raul Garcia will serve as the Chair of the Search Committee. The […]
Dr. Frank Oppenheim Appointed First Henry M. Goldman Distinguished Scientist
On January 18, Dean Jeffrey W. Hutter announced that Dr. Frank Oppenheim would be changing roles effective June 30, 2011. Dr. Oppenheim requested to step down from his position as Chair of the Department of Periodontology & Oral Biology to pursue his research and other academic interests. In recognition of his efforts and contributions to […]
SNDA Leadership Conference Provides Learning Experience for GSDM Representatives
BUSNDA President Kandis Smith DMD 12 and Vice President Myrna Zohni DMD 12 traveled to Atlanta, Georgia on January 14 for the 2011 Student National Dental Association National Leadership Conference at the Westin Buckhead Atlanta. The two attended the conference to seek information on local chapter development, current trends in academia, and the state of […]
Students and Alumni Join Forces on Nicaraguan Outreach Trip
“For me, this trip put into perspective what’s really important, both in dentistry and in life,” said Heather Parsons DMD 11. Parsons, along with fellow fourth-year DMD student Lauren Palmer, traveled to Nicaragua with a group of volunteers including GSDM alums Frank Casarella DMD 88; Christina Thompson DMD 06; Elizabeth Walker DMD 06, ORTHO 10; […]