Welcome to the ISDS New Dentist News. We’re excited to bring you this new resource as a benefit to our members and a thorough guide for the dynamic and changing interests of our community.
New dentists in Illinois are an incredibly diverse group, with great passion and energy. Our focus is also widely varied, so we hope this newsletter will bring you inspiration and support.
Thanks for staying connected to us, and we look forward to the coming year. Click here to hear more from the ISDS New Dentist Committee.
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With each edition of our newsletter, we will be featuring ISDS new dentist members. In this first edition, three of our ISDS New Dentist Committee Members give us their background, personal interests and stories, and share some of what they’ve been doing in the past year through the pandemic. We are lucky to have so many incredible new dentists all over the state, and we will be using this “Member Spotlight” to highlight our diversity, passions, and achievements. Please contact us if you would like to contribute or to recognize a colleague!
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Prior to dentistry, I first pursued a career in music majoring in piano and minor violin with the Royal Schools of Music, London.
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My family and I spend a lot of time at our condo in Lake Delavan, WI. We enjoy the lake life and the change of scenery.
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In an effort to find something that could fill my extra time at home during the pandemic, I took up wood-working.
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Congratulation Class of 2021
We are excited for what your future holds. Make sure that you have completed the membership application so you can get 18 months free membership! Go to ada.org/levelup to complete. For questions, contact Claire Griffith at cgriffith@isds.org
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MENTAL HEALTH AND PHYSICAL WELLNESS |
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Dentistry is a career that can be mentally and physically challenging. Our focus is always on the health and well-being of our patients, but we need to remember to maintain our individual health and wellness.
The ISDS New Dentist Committee wanted to share with you some of the ways that we maintain our mental health and physical wellness. Whether it is Facebook or Instagram, workout programs, music or books; check out the incredible outlets and resources here. We also wanted to bring focus to “NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness”, a Chicago based organization that is working to partner with the ADA to help connect and educate members on the role of mental health.
The ISDS "Dentists Support Program" is dedicated to providing confidential assistance to dentists who seek to recover from alcoholism and other chemical addictions. The purpose of this program is to prevent a dentist's career and/or reputation from being destroyed by addiction and protect patients from any possible harm. 24-hour confidential cell phone: 312/318-8810 or 708/287-4132. You may also contact Dr. Bill Hamel or Dr. Tom Sullivan for more information.
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Simplify Your Practice Transition with ADAPT |
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Established by the ADA, the ADAPT program (ADA Practice Transitions) is a service of the ADA Business Innovation Group that matches dentists who are looking to join a practice with owners who are seeking an associate or someone to purchase their practice. The goal of this new program is to bring dentists all the tools, information and support that is vital to the process while facilitating matches based on what matters to dentists the most - their philosophy of care. ADAPT will work closely with clients, offering training and coaching - all with a focus on achieving individual and mutual goals for all parties. The ADAPT program aims to support independent dentistry and, over time, improve access to oral care across the U.S. Click the link here to learn more.
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Continuing Education Opportunities! |
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Continuing education with ISDS |
For more information about what CE is required for this course, click here.
1 CE Credit
Pricing information:
$100: Non-Member
$50: Member
To download an internal record log for your office, click here.
For information about what CE is required for all prescribers renewing in 2020, click here.
3 CE Credits
Pricing information:
$150: Non-Member
$100: Member
Pricing information: This course if free to both members and non-members with coupon code distributed in broadcast e-mails. Contact Mattea Tavernor for more information.
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ADA has continuing education that fit your needs! |
ADA is offering 20 dollars off an individual subscription for new members who sign up for the courses that they are providing. Use Promo Code NEWDENSUBS for access.
Here are just a few of the courses that are popular among new dentists:
- Oral Cancer Screening and Radiotherapy Morbidity Management
- CDT Code Open Forum: How Dentists Shape the HIPAA Standard
- Today’s Top Restorative Tips
- Communications Coding and Collections
Check out the ADA website for more of the courses they provide.
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Effective Supply Chain Strategy! |
With so many things to consider when you begin your dental career or open a new practice, establishing a supply chain strategy often gets lost in the shuffle. Your supply chain is a critical piece of building and operating a profitable, sustainable independent practice. Click here to learn more. |
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With the start of a new year, our staff is monitoring and responding to legislation and emerging issues in the Illinois General Assembly. The engagement of ISDS members helps amplify the voices of dentists and dental hygienists across the state. We are sending out action alerts and you are responding. Every contact helps!
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Click here for current ISDS legislation and position papers.
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We all know the phrase Strength in Numbers is true, when acting as a group, individuals have significant impact on the political process. The ISDS political action committee allows member dentists to collectively contribute to candidates. Your contributions can make a difference for dentistry!
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It's awards season at ISDS! |
ISDS is looking to recognize our members with special honors. Did you submit your nominations yet? Act before June 1, 2021.
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Interested in joining the new dentist committee or another ISDS committee? Contact Claire Griffith at cgriffith@isds.org for more information.
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ISDS New Dentist Committee Sponsors |
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