FIRST THURSDAY
COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY NEWS
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MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN
Dear Colleagues:
As I reported a few months ago, the completion of our new building project has been delayed due to the many complications that came along with the COVID-19 pandemic. These construction-related setbacks impacted different parts of the building in different ways, resulting in some areas being finished before others. To take advantage of each new component of the building as it was completed and ready for use, we decided on a “phased opening" of the building.
In early January, we started using the new central sterilization facility on the ground floor. Near the end of the month, we opened the Atrium, a two-story reception area in the center of the building that provides additional “safe space” for students, staff, and faculty to maintain social distancing during mealtimes. And in mid-April, the Ohio State Dental Faculty Practice moved into its new clinic.
Our most recent opening -- and one that has gotten quite a bit of attention -- was on May 17th, when the Postle Café made its long-awaited debut. Located adjacent to the Atrium, it offers convenient access to refreshments for everyone in the college. The university’s Office of Student Life designed, built, and operates the café. It offers a long list of beverages, snacks, and sandwiches that are available for breakfast and lunch. Although it looks like any other eatery you might see on campus, it’s unique for our college community because we have never had our own café before.
After many months of being separated in the classrooms, clinics, and even outdoors, I have been so pleased to see our students, staff, and faculty lining up, placing orders, and getting served in the cafe. Some stay in the Atrium to enjoy their special treats, while others head back to their workplace. But in either case, the café is one of the few places in Postle Hall where everyone can gather. Although we are all still wearing masks and maintaining a six-foot distance, this is truly a common space for our entire community.
My hope is that this part of the new Postle Hall will continue to create an environment for our students, staff, and faculty to interact, share ideas, and help support one another as we continue to work through these challenging times. How fortunate that as we begin the process of “coming back together” we have a place that welcomes us all!
Patrick M. Lloyd, DDS, MS
Dean and Professor
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Virtual Faculty Forum Presents Guest Speakers: June 15
The College of Dentistry's faculty members will attend an annual educational event, the Faculty Forum, on Tuesday, June 15. This year's forum will be held virtually, providing opportunities for faculty to learn about a broad range of education-related topics that will include presentations by the following guest speakers:
T. Scott Graham, PhD; Clinical Assistant Professor of Leadership at The Ohio State University's Department of Family Medicine, and Director of the Leadership Academy for Peak Performance. Dr. Graham's presentation is titled "Emotional and Social Intelligence: The People Skills You Need to Succeed."
Julie Showers, JD; Associate Vice President in the Office for Equity and Diversity at the University of Minnesota and, formerly, Director of the Office for Conflict Resolution. Ms. Showers' presentation is titled "Conflict Competency: Moving from Avoidance to Opportunity."
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Virtual Staff Development Day Presents Learning Opportunities: June 15
The College of Dentistry's annual Staff Development Day will be held in conjunction with the Faculty Forum on Tuesday, June 15.
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Joshua Evans, DDS, Wins Top Prize in AAPD Poster Competition
Dr. Joshua Evans, a second-year resident in the advanced education program in the Division of Pediatric Dentistry, recently won the first-place prize in the poster competition sponsored by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Evans received the highly competitive award for his research project titled “Exploring Links between Dento-Alveolar Trauma and Concomitant Brain Injury.” His faculty advisor is Dr. Ehsan Azadani an assistant professor in the Division of Pediatric Dentistry.
Commenting on the award, Dr. Janice Townsend, chair of the Division of Pediatric Dentistry, said, “I could not be more pleased that the important research conducted by Dr. Evans and his advisor, Dr. Azadani, has been recognized with this national award. The relationship between dental and traumatic brain injuries is a novel area of investigation, and we look forward to the publication of the findings related to this significant research endeavor.” |
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Ms. Emily Dahs Joins College as Human Resources Business Partner
Ms. Emily Dahs joined the College of Dentistry on May 24 as the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP). In that role, she provides direct oversight of the human resources team and all human resources functions in the college.
Ms. Dahs brings with her substantial experience and expertise in a variety of leadership and human resources positions. Prior to joining the college, she was employed by Huntington National Bank for more than 20 years, serving in strategic HRBP roles that included Senior Human Resources Generalist, and Senior Human Resources Business Partner. In the latter capacity, she was responsible for a full range of human resources functions, including performance management, employee relations, talent acquisition and management, leadership development, and change management.
Ms. Dahs holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Wittenberg University, as well as the Professional in Human Resources Certification and the Senior Professional Certification in Human Resources.
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ACDE Live Webinar Series Presentations: June 4, June 16, and June 24
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This live webinar series is hosted by The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, in conjunction with the Association for Continuing Dental Education, along with 30 of its member schools. The webinars feature university-based dental professionals who present on numerous topics at various dates and times.
Date: Friday, June 4, 2021
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (EST)
CE credits: 2
Presenter: Martin Leventer, DDS; Assistant Professor in Dental Anesthesia, University of Maryland School of Dentistry
Date: Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (EST)
CE credits: 2
Presenter: Joseph Best, DDS, PhD; Adjunct Associate Professor, Marquette University School of Dentistry, Department of Surgical Sciences
Date: Thursday, June 24, 2021
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (EST)
CE credits: 2
Presenter: Ken Tilashalski, DMD; Professor and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry
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Upcoming Courses for Dental Auxiliaries and Dental Hygienists: June 19 and August 28-29
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The Office of Continuing Dental Education presents the following live webinar and in-person courses for dental auxiliaries and dental hygienists.
Successful completion of this course satisfies the Ohio State Dental Board (OSDB) 6-hour CE requirement for monitoring of nitrous oxide sedation.
Date: Saturday, June 19, 2021
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (EST)
Presenters: Bryant Cornelius, DDS, MBA, MPH - Assistant Professor-Clinical and Program Director of Dental/Oral Maxillofacial Anesthesiology; and Rebecca Henderson, BSDH, MS - Assistant Professor-Clinical, Division of Dental Hygiene
Successful completion of this course satisfies the Ohio State Dental Board (OSDB) 6-hour CE requirement for dental hygienists to administer nitrous oxide sedation.
Date: Saturday, June 19, 2021
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (EST)
Presenters: Hany Emam, BDS, MS - Associate Professor, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Anesthesiology; and Rebecca Henderson, BSDH, MS - Assistant Professor-Clinical, Division of Dental Hygiene
Completion of this course prepares participants to take the CDCA/NERB examination required for dental hygiene local anesthesia credentialing in Ohio. (The CDCA/NERB examination must be scheduled separately.)
Dates: Saturday, August 28, 2021 and Sunday, August 29, 2021
Times: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (both days)
Presenters: Hany Emam, BDS, MS - Associate Professor, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Anesthesiology; and Rebecca Henderson, BSDH, MS - Assistant Professor-Clinical, Division of Dental Hygiene
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The Ohio State University College of Dentistry
Postle Hall, 305 W. 12th Ave., Columbus, OH 43210
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