IDA UPDATE
Indiana Dental Association | May 2022
In This Issue

  • The 2022 Midwest Dental Assembly Begins Friday
  • Dr. Jill Burns to Take Over As 2022-23 IDA President
  • Women in Dentistry Free Webinars for Members
  • IDA Workforce Toolkit Provides Hiring and Training Resources
  • IUSD Graduates 196 New Dentists
  • Save Time and Money With IDA Official Products and Services
Upcoming Events

2022 Midwest Dental Assembly
May 20-22, Fort Wayne

Board of Trustees Meeting
Sunday, May 22
Grand Wayne Convention Center

E-Learning Series: Dental Technology
Thursday, June 2, noon

E-Learning Series: Acid Erosion
Thursday, July 7, noon
The 2022 Midwest Dental Assembly Begins Friday
If you haven't already registered for the 2022 Midwest Dental Assembly, you can still attend by registering on site. The conference will take place at the Grand Wayne Convention Center in Fort Wayne.

The 2022 MDA will offer a terrific slate of continuing education, networking opportunities and social events. As always, component caucuses, affiliate groups and IUSD alumni activities will also be a part of the conference.

The IDA Central Office will close today, May 19, as staff relocate to the MDA. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, May 24.
Dr. Jill Burns to Take Over As 2022-23 IDA President
At the second House of Delegates this coming Sunday at the 2022 Midwest Dental Assembly, Dr. Jill Burns will become the next IDA president, assuming the role from 2021-22 president Dr. Steven C. Hollar.

Dr. Burns is a general dentist in Richmond and has served in IDA leadership in many capacities. Her previous involvement includes the Leadership Committee, Strategic Planning Committee, Speaker of the House and more. She plans to further the work of Dr. Hollar's emphasis on mentorship, diversity in IDA membership and leadership, and helping members navigate the continuing challenges of COVID.
Women in Dentistry Free Webinars for Members
IDA is sponsoring three webinars designed especially for women dentists. The webinars are FREE and worth 1.5 hours of CE credits. Each speaker is an accomplished, knowledgeable expert who can help improve women dentists' personal and professional fulfillment.

Webinars:
Planning the Perfect Vacation
Thursday, June 16, 7:30 p.m.
Christopher Lingren, professional adventurer and travel expert

Get a Game Plan: 3 Steps to Design Your Winning Week
Wednesday, August 25, 7:30 p.m.
Anna Dearmon Kornick, time management expert coach, podcaster

Women Leading the Dental Team: Tips for the Female Boss
Wednesday, October 12, 7:30 p.m. EST
Dr. Kathy O’Loughlin, former ADA executive director
IDA Workforce Toolkit Provides Hiring and Training Resources
Workforce issues continue to affect many dental offices throughout Indiana. As part of the IDA's initiative to find short- and long-term solutions to this problem, we have created an online Workforce Toolkit with resources on finding, hiring and retaining employees.

We will continue to update this toolkit as new information, ideas and resources become available.
IUSD Graduates 196 New Dentists
On Saturday, May 14, 196 students graduated from IUSD. The commencement ceremony was the first in-person graduation for IUSD since 2019, with Dr. Tim Carlson, retired professor and clinic director, as keynote speaker. The IDA congratulates the 196 graduates and all the IUSD faculty for their hard work and determination. Welcome to the profession!
Save Time and Money With IDA Official Products and Services
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Visit our website to learn more about these products and services, how much they can save you and your practice.