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Dear Colleagues:
Thank you. To all of you, I want to express my sincere thanks for reading our First Thursday newsletters and our Dental Journal; for supporting our college; for enrolling in our continuing education programs; for attending our alumni receptions; and for all the other things you have done this year to keep our college in the forefront of the dental profession, both here in Ohio and beyond. For all this, I am grateful.
Of all the things I enjoy about this time of year, the most important one is finding ways to express my sincere appreciation and gratitude to those who have contributed to our college and, therefore, the future of our profession. Sometimes, this means personalizing a holiday card with a note that lets people know I am thinking of them. Other times, it's wishing "a good day" to the students, staff, and faculty who pass by as I walk between Hamilton and Postle Halls. And for some particular acquaintances or colleagues, I will find something unique and memorable to give them as an expression of my gratitude.
It is my hope that each of these efforts to say "thank you" will prompt those who receive them to pass along some "thank yous" of their own, creating a virtual wave like the O-H-I-O at our Buckeye football games. I envision these expressions of gratitude traveling around our college and out into the community, so we all can be connected through our collective appreciation for each other and the efforts we all make. There is no better way to celebrate the end of one year and the welcoming of a new year, than by letting others know how grateful we are for them, and what they do for us and so many others.
As I prepare for this holiday season and the beginning of a new decade, I will continue looking for ways I can let those around me know how different things would be if it weren't for them and all that they do. This will not be a difficult task. As I have often said, our college would not be the great place it is to care for patients, educate students, and conduct research without everyone pitching in -- and giving it their all!
Again, my most sincere thanks to all of you for everything you do to make The Ohio State University College of Dentistry a place that is truly special. I wish you all the happiest of holidays!
Patrick M. Lloyd, DDS, MS
Dean and Professor
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Dean's Appreciation Reception for Faculty and Staff: Tuesday, December 17
All College of Dentistry faculty and staff are invited to the Dean's Appreciation Reception on Tuesday, December 17 from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. in room 115 of the Biomedical Research Tower.
The gathering is a celebration of staff and faculty members' many contributions to the college. Honored guests will include colleagues from other units across campus, as well as representatives from organized dentistry and other organizations whose efforts support the College of Dentistry.
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Dimitris Tatakis, DDS, PhD, Receives AAP
Award
honored as the 2019 recipient of the AAP - American Academy of Periodontology's award for Outstanding Periodontal Educator.
The national award is given to one recipient annually who is "an exemplary periodontal faculty member," and whose career "demonstrates excellence in teaching and is an inspiration to students."
Dr. Tatakis is the college's Graduate Periodontics Program Director and the Director of Global Initiatives. He is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.
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Purnima Kumar, BDS, MS, PhD, Inducted as ICD Fellow
A professor in the college's Division of Periodontology, Dr. Purnima Kumar was recently inducted as a Fellow of the International College of Dentists (ICD).
As the pre-eminent honorary organization for dentists worldwide, the ICD is dedicated to recognizing outstanding professional achievement, meritorious service, and progress in the dental profession that benefits humankind. At a ceremony held earlier this year in San Francisco, Dr. Kumar was honored for "exemplifying the core values of integrity, leadership, and service."
A Diplomate of the American Board of Periodoontology, Dr. Kumar is also a nationally recognized researcher whose investigations of the impact of smoking and e-cigarettes on oral health have been consistently funded by the National Institutes of Health through the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research and the National Cancer Institute.
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James Cottle, DDS, Inducted as ACD Fellow
Dr. James Cottle, an assistant professor-clinical in the Division of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry, was recently inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Dentists (ACD). Founded in 1920, the ACD seeks to "elevate the standards of dentistry, to encourage graduate study, and to grant Fellowship to those who have done meritorious work."
Selected for their "demonstrated leadership in some aspect of dentistry or public service," ACD Fellows are expected to support the organization's mission that seeks to "advance excellence, ethics, professionalism, and leadership in dentistry."
Dr. Cottle is the college's Director of Practice Management Curriculum and the Interim Director of the General Practice Residency Program. He is also a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy and the International College of Dentists. His current leadership positions include serving as president of the Columbus Dental Society, and as the College of Dentistry's representative on the Ohio Dental Association's Membership Council.
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Charles Leindecker, BS, MBA, Joins College
Mr. Charles (Chuck) Leindecker joined the college staff on October 30 as a Senior Business Intelligence Analyst in Administrative Services.
Mr. Leindecker earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and a Master of Business Administration degree from Robert Morris University in 1996 and 2002, respectively. His
professional experience includes financial management roles with inVentive Communications, Flextronics, and Fisher Scientific.
Prior to joining the college, he served as the Finance and Business Operations Manager in the Department of Radiology at Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center.
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Alumni Reception at Yankee Dental Congress: January 31, 2020
The Yankee Dental Congress takes place in Boston from January 30 - February 1, 2020. In conjunction with the meeting, the college will host a reception for alumni on Friday, January 31.
We invite you to join us for this Buckeye gathering that offers refreshments and a chance to connect with colleagues and former classmates. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Last Chance CE Course: What's New in Dentistry,
Friday, December 13, 2019
This fast-paced program features an array of 60- to 90-minute presentations on updates and advances that are relevant for daily dental practice. Topics will include information on E-cigarrettes and Oral Health; Ohio State Dental Board Updates for Licensees; Glass Ionomers; Dental Oncology for the Restorative Dental Team, and more!
Date: Friday, December 13
Time:
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Biomedical Research Tower
; Ohio State -
Columbus campus
Presenters: College of Dentistry:
Purnima Kumar, BDS, MS, PhD;
Luiz Meirelles, DDS, MS, PhD;
Matthew Messina, DDS;
E.J. Newness, DDS, MBA; and
Mark Wenzel, DDS; Ohio State Dental Board:
Steve Koccheiser, Chief Legal Counsel; and
Zachary Russell, Chief of Operations and Legislative Affairs
CE credits:
7
Questions?
Visit our website to
get more information and register online
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Share Your News with Fellow Alumni!
Have you received an award?
Accepted a new position?
Are you newly married or proud new parents?
Please send your class notes and photos to: DentalAlumni@osu.edu. Be sure to include your full name and graduation year!
[Class notes submitted may be used in an upcoming edition of our alumni publication,
The Ohio State University Dental Journal.]
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