Duo Turns Collaborative Course Work into APHA Poster Presentation
Adeel Khan DMD 11 and Cammellia Shahram Askari DMD 12 attended the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting in Washington D.C. at the end of October to present a research poster titled, “A Trans-Disciplinary Approach to Implement a Fluoride Varnish Protocol in a Community Health Setting.” The poster is based on research they completed […]
Dr. Serge Dibart Debuts as Chair at AAP Alumni Reception
Alumni and friends joined newly appointed Chair of Periodontology & Oral Biology Dr. Serge Dibart for an alumni reception held during the 2011 AAP Annual Meeting in Miami Beach. The reception took place at the Eden Roc Renaissance Miami on November 14. Dr. Dibart welcomed more than 70 attendees to the event; some new faces, […]
Dental Assistants Graduate from Continuing Education Program
Four students graduated from the Dental Assisting Training Program at a ceremony on November 18. The unique nine-week program is offered by GSDM Continuing Education (CE) and trains students in a variety of disciplines related to dental assisting including: radiology, sterilization, general dentistry, prosthodontics, periodontics, implantology, oral surgery, orthodontics, and endodontics. This is the third […]
Congratulations, Michelle Paré
Michelle Paré was recently promoted to DMD Admissions Coordinator. Previously she served as Admissions and Student Affairs Representative after joining the staff of GSDM in April 2010. Her prior work experience includes roles in Student Academic Services at the Harvard Business School and Admissions at Emerson College. Paré has a BA in Psychology from Stonehill […]
Jawbreakers Advance to Championship Game
The GSDM intramural ice hockey team, the Jawbreakers, just concluded a great season. This year the team advanced to the Championship Game on Wednesday, November 9. Unfortunately they were defeated by their opponents, Saucy and Frothy, but they were pleased with their efforts none-the-less. Team members included GSDM students: Matt Annese, Sara Mandell, Derek Collins, Sarah […]
Students Prepare for Success
American Student Dental Association (ASDA) hosted a half-day program for fourth-year DMD and second-year AS students titled, “Practice Management for Seniors” at the Dental School on November 14. The program addressed practice management aspects of dentistry and ethical aspects of dental practice. It also featured useful information on American Dental Association (ADA) resources that are […]
Making a Difference in the Community One Person at a Time
American Student Dental Association (ASDA), in cooperation with Community Health Programs (CHP), volunteered at the Notre Dame Educational Center (NDEC) Dental Health Fair on November 9. Fransheska Ovalles DMD 13 and Jenny Lorenzo DMD 13 took the lead in organizing the event on behalf of the ASDA Community Outreach Committee. Ovalles said, “Our event at […]
Students Draw Inspiration from Annual Meeting
GSDM HSDA President Fransheska Ovalles DMD 13 and Vice President Marian Ibarra DMD 13 attended the 19th Annual Hispanic Dental Association Meeting, November 3-5 in San Diego, California. The annual meeting allowed dental students and dentists from all over the country to discuss improvements in awareness and education of oral health in the Hispanic population […]
Long-Serving Orthodontic Faculty Surprised at NESO Meeting Reception
A GSDM Orthodontic Alumni Reception was held on November 11, during the Northeastern Society of Orthodontists (NESO) Annual Meeting, at the Boston Marriott Copley Place. As an added twist to the Reception, the Department surprised four of their long-standing faculty members: Drs. Kenneth Drizen, Victor Dietz, Michael Blau, and John Bednar, with Anthony A. Gianelly […]
Dr. Russell Giordano’s Expertise in Demand at ISO Meeting
Associate Professor and Director of Biomaterials Dr. Russell Giordano attended the International Standards Organization (ISO) Meeting in Phoenix, Arizona, September 18-25. This year’s meeting was hosted by the American Dental Association (ADA). Dr. Giordano had many important roles at the meeting. He served as the US expert on ceramics, representative for the working group developing CAD/CAM standards, […]