Department News
Loma Linda University alumni
and faculty inducted into American College of Dentistry
by Leif K. Bakland, SD'63
During the 79th Annual Meeting and Convocation of the American
College of Dentists in Honolulu, Hawaii, several alumni and faculty were
inducted as Fellows of the College. They were: Carlos A. Muñoz-Viveros,
professor of restorative dentistry and director of biomaterials research;
Robert D. Kiger, SD'70, professor and chair of periodontics; John
W. Leyman, DDS, PGí80, professor and director of the advanced education
program in dental anesthesia; John E. Peterson, SD'70, MS'78, professor
and director of the advanced education program in pediatric dentistry;
James Marc Haney, SD'87, PG'91 (periodontics); John Kempton,
SD'76; John R. Liu, SD'86; and Raymond D. Rawson, SD'68.
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| Drs. John Peterson, Carlos Muñoz, John Liu, John Leyman, James Haney, and Robert Kiger celebrated their induction. Not pictured, Drs. John Kempton and Raymond Rawson. |
It is believed to be the largest group of Loma Linda University School
of Dentistry alumni and faculty inducted at one time into the College.
Fellowship is awarded to individuals nominated to the College for their
demonstrated leadership and accomplishments in the profession of dentistry.
The mission of the College is to promote high standards and ethics in
the profession.
As part of the meeting in Honolulu, workshops were held on leadership
in terms of ethics, including network ethics. Participating as a panel
member was Gerald R. Winslow, PhD, dean, Faculty of Religion. Dr.
Winslow has participated extensively both on the state level and nationally
on programs related to dental ethics and he is on the test committee that
develops the ethics questions for the California Board of Dental Examiners.
Heartfelt congratulations to the new Fellows of the American College of
Dentistry -- you will recognize them at the next graduation event by the
bright crimson borders on their academic gowns!
Administration
California dental schools hosted the 1999 session of AFASA, a subgroup of the American Association of Dental Schools which consists of student affairs, admissions and financial aid officers from all dental schools in North America. The conference, held in Monterey from October 29 to November 1, was based on the theme "Wellness: Body, Mind and Spirit."
William Hooker, PhD, MFCC, associate dean for student affairs, presented a 90-minute seminar on "Recovery and Spirituality," with Curtis E. Vixie, SD'89, a recovering alumnus, assisting in the session. Dr. Hooker reported on his review of the outcome of 15 years of the "Impaired Student" recovery program, which included both medical and dental students in similar substance abuse recovery programs.
"I felt quite flattered that they wanted me to help organize this session," says Dr. Hooker. "We had Pat Sammon from University of Kentucky and Bob Krasny from UCLA also presenting in this session."
Ron Dailey, PhD, associate dean for academic affairs, attended the 1999 Syllabus Convention in Santa Clara in late July. It covered the latest in educational technology.
The annual Christmas Breakfast has been scheduled for Wednesday, December 8 from 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. It will be held in the Staff/Student Lounge and there will be live entertainment in Rooms 1101/1102. Faculty, staff and students are all welcome. We still need volunteers for serving, clean up, raffle items, entertainment and more!
Fred Kasischke, DMin, assistant dean for service learning and admissions, was co-presenter of a workshop called "Tapping Spiritual Resources," September 28 in Sacramento. It was part of the Sixth Annual Family-Centered Services Conference, sponsored by the California Department of Social Services, Office of Child Abuse Prevention.
Center for Dental Research
Are your teeth sensitive?
The Loma Linda University School of Dentistry is currently recruiting 70 adults for a study that will evaluate the effectiveness of toothpaste designed to reduce root sensitivity. If you have sensitivity to cold drinks or air when eating, drinking or brushing your teeth, and if you qualify, as an incentive for your participation you will receive $75 upon completion of all appointments and at the end of the study. If you qualify, it will take 8 weeks to complete the study (there are a total of five appointments). Visits will last approximately 30 minutes. Contact Alisa at 558-4000 extension 83542 for more information Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Clinic Administration
The following items are in lost and found: stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, cane, books, clothing, sunglasses, and umbrellas. If any of these items sound familiar to you please contact MarieWorcester in Clinic Administration, x 82119, to identify and claim any of these items.
Welcome to new employees:
Maria Tellez, secretary, Dental Records
Michelle Ojeda, secretary, implant dentistry
Melody Chambers, administrative secretary, dental anesthesia
Michelle Woods, RN, dental anesthesia
Thanksgiving Baskets: In years past, your generous donations have helped many of our needy dental school families during the holiday season. Letís work together again this year!
Please bring food items and monetary donations to Mary Hartwell's office by Friday, November 19. Questions: x44939.
On Friday, October 15, the newest classes of dental assistants from Chaffey Community College and Baldy View ROP came to the dental school for an extensive orientation which covered safety, OSHA, chair set-up, and sterilization procedures. The Chaffey students started working with our dental students on October 25. Baldy View students will be starting in mid-November.
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| Staff members of Loma Linda Endodontics celebrated Bosses' Day (October 16) a few days late, with a luncheon held in their conference room. Linda Roddick, Cynthia Seebold, Dr. Shahrokh Shabahang, Dr. Steven Morrow, Anneke Barth, Michelle Tindall, Beth Bernotas, and Dr. Leif K. Bakland enjoyed a homemade meal. |
Dental Supply
Floyd Ferguson, manager of dental supply, and chairman of the Clans of the Highlands, Inc. board of directors, was named Scot of the Decade and given a full-size sword mounted on the presentation plaque. The organization is a collection of 54 clans working together to keep the culture alive, put on Highland games, march in parades, and participate in multicultural festivals.
Educational Support Services
Richard Cross, photographic coordinator, attended the Digital Video Conference and Exposition, October 20 in Long Beach.
Carrie Foster, Master of Health Information Systems intern from the School of Allied Health Professions, is working on a project for the School of Dentistry, involving information technology (IT).
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| Carrie Foster |
Dean Goodacre has asked her to develop a strategic plan for IT. According
to Ms. Foster, the plan is envisioned to be a document that will articulate
the information technology issues and needs of all segments of the schoolís
user community, establishing institutional priorities, and recommending
implementation strategies.
All segments of the School, including academic, clinical, and administration
have recognized that technology changes rapidly, therefore it is important
to define a strategic direction rather than prescribing quick fixes.
Secondary to the IT planning process, Carrie will be helping to develop
an integrated SD web site. Faculty or departments who would like information
placed on the web site can contact Carrie at x48006.
Join us in welcoming Carrie to our community.
International Dentist Program
James Smith, SD'65, MS'70, assistant professor of periodontics, shown with his wife Julie, was honored with IDP's Distinguished Service Award. He has retired from the School of Dentistry.
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| Julie and James Smith |
Alex Chan, SD'90, assistant professor of restorative dentistry
in the International Dentist
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| Dr. Alex Chan |
Program, was inducted as Fellow of the Academy of Dentistry International in the annual meeting during the ADA convention in Hawaii last month.
The Academy of Dentistry International is devoted to the advancement of
the dental profession by the elevation of dental care standards through
continuing education. By the support and sponsorship of special educational
and service projects, the Academy directly contributes to the improvement
of dental health and to the well-being of people worldwide.
Oral Diagnosis, Radiology, Pathology
Congratulations to Dennis Clark, SD'83, and his dental radiology colleagues! Dental radiology was approved by the American Dental Association as specialty of dentistry at its Annual Session last month in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Pediatric Dentistry
ïJohn Peterson, SD'70, MS'78, professor of pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, attended the AADS Faculty Council in Texas.
Congratulations to Jennifer Hoffer, SD'94, pediatric dentistry graduate student. She and her husband Tres are parents of the spanking-new, healthy baby Zachary Scott Hoffer, born Oct. 4.
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