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  • Spring 2013

    President's Message

    Mr. Steven Gross

    Mr. Steven Gross
    Foundation Donors...Thank You!!!

    Another Annual Meeting is behind us, and what a great one it was! The spectacular weather provided a delightful setting for friends and family. A big thank you goes out to Oariona Lowe, Dennis Nutter, and Smith Moore & Associates for all of their hard work in making the Annual Meeting a success.

    The weekend started off Thursday afternoon with the annual CSPD Foundation sponsored presentation on the Affordable Care Act. Once again, the Foundation is bringing you timely and informative information on hot button topics that will affect our specialty now and in the future.

    For the first time, the Annual Meeting was cosponsored with the gracious donation of DL Products – Spiffies – Oral Care Products for Infants and Children.

    Several important events for the Foundation occurred throughout the meeting. At Thursday evening’s Welcome Reception, the CSPD Foundation partnered with the CDA Foundation to host a superb silent action where over $3,000 was collected! Thank you to all who participated in this inaugural event. Next, the President’s Circle reception was again a resounding success due to the Foundation’s Life Pledge donors like you! Lastly, the weekend was topped off by our own Foundation Bride, Dr. Rebecca Lee, in an impromptu dance which raised over $700.00 for the Foundation. Another big thank you to those who participated!

    Give Now

    Who is the Foundation?…The Foundation is you! – It is the proud members of the CSPD who are committed to supporting programs that benefit all the members of the CSPD and the children of California.

    The Foundation is a volunteer board whose programs support the following:
    1. Key research and travel grants.
    2. Sponsored lunch and learns for all the resident programs in California.
    3. Fund the Warren Brandli Intern program which nurtures our future CSPD/WSPD leaders.
    4. The Foundation is a Platinum Sponsor for the Annual Meeting and funds the registration costs for many of the residents who attend.
    5. Develops, sponsors, and presents the Annual Meeting Thursday afternoon Foundation program.
    6. The Bridge the Gap program which has enabled the pediatric programs in California to hire additional faculty.

    I would also like to thank all of our Brandli Charter Corporate Sponsors – without their support the Foundation could not continue funding these programs.

    Dental Learning – a division of Dental Product Shopper
    Denovo Dental
    EZ Floss – Oral Care products
    NuSmile – Primary Crowns
    KSB Pedo – Office Software Solution
    Smile Savvy (Sister company of Dentists4kids.com)
    SML – Space Maintainers Laboratory
    Donor Directed Brandli Sponsors:
    Dr. Santos Cortez
    Dr. Ken Szymanski
    Dr. Mark Lisagor

    The Foundation has had much success in its programs. However, it needs your support to continue to accomplish great things for California’s pediatric dentists. In the last few years, donations and membership to the Foundation have dwindled to an all-time low. We need your donations to continue funding these important programs. These donations help all of us: CSPD members, students, dental schools, pediatric residency programs, and especially the children of California. We have plenty of room to grow...out of the over 500 active CSPD members who currently benefit from the Foundations programs, only 100 are supporting it.

    Give Now

    Donations large and small are appreciated. Any amount possible will keep the Foundation alive to support the issues that are important to our profession and our patients. A goal of the Foundation is 100% participation – at any level! Imagine what we could accomplish if this goal is achieved!

    As always I welcome your comments and suggestions, you can reach me at, steve@theatg.org.

    Thank you again for what you do for the children of California!

    Vision Statement
     
    Mission Statement
    The California Society of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation envisions optimum oral health for all California infants, children, adolescents, and those with special health care needs.
     
    The mission of the California Society of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation is to support and promote education, research, and service that advance the oral health of all California infants, children, adolescents, and those with special health care needs.


    Warren Brandli Leadership Interns' Corporate Charter Sponsors

    NuSmile Crowns







    Dental Learning
      








    2012-2013 Annual Giving Campaign Donors

    Current CSPD Foundation Donors

    CSPD Foundation
    Board of Trustees - 2012-2013
    Mr. Steven Gross Steven Gross, C.D.T.
    President

    9129 Lurline Ave.
    Chatsworth, CA 91311
    800/423-3270
    steve(at)theatg.org
    Dr. Richard Sobel Richard Sobel, D.D.S.
    Past President

    2901 Lone Tree Way
    Antioch, CA 94509
    925/757-4220
    sobelrl(at)aol.com
    Dr. Richard Mungo Richard Mungo, D.D.S.
    Vice President

    7891 Talbert Ave., #103
    Huntington Beach, CA 92648
    714/841-4990
    mungorpm(at)aol.com
    Dr. Lisa Brennan Lisa Brennan, D.D.S.
    Secretary

    368 N. Kanan Rd.
    Oak Park, CA 91377
    818/889-5440
    sflowerplc(at)aol.com
    Dr. Kenneth Szymanski Kenneth Szymanski, D.D.S.
    Treasurer

    1755 Erringer, #20
    Simi Valley, CA 93065
    805/522-2164
    kentalk(at)sbcglobal.net
    Dr. Ray Stewart Ray E. Stewart, D.M.D.
    Executive Director

    P.O. Box 221608
    Carmel, CA 93922
    831/625-2773
    drstewart(at)aol.com
    Mr. Richard Leonard Richard Leonard, MBA
    Trustee

    1055 Wilshire Blvd., 12th Floor
    Los Angeles, CA 90017
    213/241-7218
    RSLeonard(at)sbcglobal.net
    Dr. Wayne Grossman Wayne M. Grossman, D.D.S.
    Trustee

    11230 Gold Express Dr., Ste. 302
    Gold River, CA 95670
    916/638-8778
    toothtipgrossman(at)cs.com
    Dr. David Good David L. Good, D.D.S.
    Trustee

    USC Dept. of PD
    Rm. 4308
    925 W. 34th St.
    Los Angeles, CA 90089
    213/740-2679
    dgoodone(at)sbcglobal.net
    Dr. Lee Dr. Rebecca Lee
    President-Elect

    11200 Corbin Ave. #108
    Northridge, CA, 91326
    (818) 831-8252
    beckily99(at)gmail.com
    Dr. David Rothman David Rothman, D.D.S.
    Trustee

    2555 Ocean Avenue, #104
    San Francisco, CA 94132
    415/333-6811
    dvdrothman(at)gmail.com
    Dr. Matthew C. Hamilton Matthew C. Hamilton, D.D.S.
    Trustee

    631 E. Alvin Dr., Ste. C
    Salinas, CA 93906
    831/442-8878
    mchamilt02(at)yahoo.com
    Dr. Justin Shuffer Justin A. Shuffer, D.D.S.
    Trustee

    150 W. Foothill Blvd., Suite E
    San Dimas, CA 91773
    909/599-0283
    fortyhertz(at)hotmail.com
    Dr. Steven Chan Dr. Steven D. Chan
    Trustee

    1895 Mowry Ave. #121
    Fremont, CA 94538
    510/791-0971
    justkids1895(at)comcast.net

    Differences Between the CSPD and CSPD Foundation

    CSPDCSPD Foundation
    Purpose:
    A professional organization of pediatric dentists whose mission is to serve by advocating for the optimal oral health of infants, children, and adolescents.
    Purpose:
    A nonprofit organization whose mission is to support and promote education, research, and service that advances the oral health of children. The fundraising activities follow the rules for a 501c3.
    Structure:
    Board of Directors: 4 Northern & 4 Southern
    Executive Director: Ray Stewart
    Association Management Company: Smith Moore & Associates
    Structure:
    Board of Trustees
    Executive Secretary: Deborah Johnson
    Membership:
    • Pediatric dentists and dental residents
    • Affiliate – general dentists and physicians
    • Allied Professional - companies
    Membership:
    Open to all CSPD members, corporations, and the general public who want to donate to the Foundation in support of pediatric dentistry.
    Communication:
    • 4 Bulletins a year
    • Website: www.cspd.org
    • E-mail blasts of news and notices
    Communication:
    Benefits:
    • Year meeting for continuing education
    • Display of equipment and products
    • Report on advocacy for the specialty
    • Quarterly Bulletin with news and current topics of concern
    • Networking opportunities
    • Represents California at the AAPD and CDA
    Benefits:
    • The “Bridging the Gap” program funds pediatric dental education
    • Funding of the Warren Brandli Leadership intern(s)
    • Life members recognized at annual cocktail party the Friday of the CSPD/WSPD Annual Meeting
    • Members are recognized in the CSPD Bulletin
    • Helps financially subsidize the attendance of the California pediatric dental residents at the CSPD/WSPD Annual Meeting


    Faculty Spotlight

    5 Questions with Dr. Nasem Mojarrad

    By Dr. Justin Shuffer
    CSPDF Trustee

    Dr. Jacklynn ThaiDr. Nasem Mojarrad is originally from the Midwest, growing up in Granger, Indiana. She attended Indiana University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. After college, Dr. Mojarrad attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. She was very active in dental school, serving on her dental class’ executive board, participating in a variety of outreach programs and even traveling to third world countries to provide dental care to children. She excelled in dental school and was on the Dean’s List for her board score accomplishments, as well as receiving the 2009 American Academy of Implant Dentistry Dental Student Award.

    Following dental school, Dr. Mojarrad was accepted into the University of Southern California’s advanced pediatric specialty program where she spent two years of additional post-doctorate training. Dr. Mojarrad received the Hugh M. Kopel Award for outstanding resident of the year during her time at USC.

    Dr. Mojarrad is currently working at the Children’s Hospital of Orange County as a hospitalist dentist, providing dental care for children with special needs. She also is on faculty for the University of Southern California’s advanced pediatric specialty program where she teaches the residents pediatric dentistry in a hospital setting. She also works in a private practice in Aliso Viejo. She has recently become a Diplomate for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry passing both her qualitative and oral certification exams.

    Dr. Mojarrad is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, the Orange County Dental Society, the California Dental Association and the American Dental Association.

    1. What it is like to be a pediatric dentist hospitalist?
    Being a pediatric hospitalist dentist is great, I am able to work directly with the special needs patients and their doctors to provide the best comprehensive care. We meet with the hematology/oncology department to allow access to dental care prior to chemotherapy. I really enjoy being in the hospital and working in a more medical aspect of dentistry.

    2. How did you decide to dedicate a segment of your life to teaching?
    I really enjoyed my residency program and wanted to continue to be a part of the cycle. I had some great mentors and would be honored to become a mentor for the future pediatric dentists.

    3. What is the toughest challenge facing new graduates in 2013?
    I think that finding a good job is becoming more and more difficult for new graduates as less doctors are retiring or have the need for an associate because of this economy. Although very exciting and rewarding, the transition from resident to new pediatric dentist is always a challenge too.

    4. What advice would you give young practitioners on how to handle offices that pressure them to practice below the standard of care?
    I would remind them that they have worked too hard and come too far to compromise the health and well-being of a child. As the cost of education increases and graduates face higher and higher debt, it is hard to focus on the heart of pediatric dentistry and not focus on the money aspect. I encourage everyone to remember why we are in this field and practice accordingly.

    5. What do you do to relax when not involved in pediatric dentistry?
    When I’m not “counting teeth,” I enjoy being active – hiking, yoga, tennis – reading and playing with her Yorkshire Terrier puppy, Maxwell.


    Announcements

    Two Warren Brandli Leadership Interns Are Named for 2013

    Dr. Jordan BuzzellDr. Jordan Buzzell is the first Warren Brandli intern from the military. He is a graduate of Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (for both his DDS and MPH) and completed his pediatric dental training at NYU. Dr. Buzzell, who was commissioned in the US Navy in 2002, is the third naval officer in his family and has served in Kasigluk, Alaska, Haiti, Montserrat, Belize, Vietnam, Nicaragua, Venezuela, and Yokosuka, Japan. He is currently stationed at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego where he primarily sees children with special health care needs. He is married and enjoys video editing, running (he has completed 7 marathons), traveling, and watching movies.

    Dr. Alexandra MalebrancheDr. Alexandra Malebranche returns to California and her hometown in the San Francisco Bay Area after completing her pre-doctoral studies on the East coast. She received her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania and earned her D.D.S. at Columbia University School of Dental Medicine.

    Throughout undergraduate and graduate school, Alexandra participated in organized dentistry through intensive and active involvement in the American Student Dental Association. While at Columbia, she served ASDA at both the local and national levels as a writer and editor for several award winning publications. She also served on ASDA’s communications council contributing to several major changes in ASDA’s website, blog, and print publications.

    Her research and interests within dentistry are child advocacy, the underserved, public relations, and public health. When Alexandra is not treating patients, she enjoys writing, creating, working out, and spending time with friends. She is in her first year of residency at UCSF and could not be more excited to work with CSPD as this year’s Warren Brandi Intern.

    Need $20,000 for research? Put CSPDF to work for you

    We support the science of staying healthy. We know there are multiple ways to look at teeth. Pediatric dental post doctoral students or recent graduates who have research ideas are encouraged to apply for Investigator- Initiated Research Grants up to $20,000. More details are available in the next few articles.

    Need Research Dollars?

    CSPDF is seeking PTFM (part time faculty member) age 25 to 75 passionate about pediatric dental topics. If you need $5,000 for a worthy project, we might be a match. Inspired researchers with great ideas should apply to the Chair of CSPDF Award & Grants Committee, David Good (dgoodone(at)sbcglobal.net)

    $500 Travel Money!

    CSPDF offers 2 categories of travel money to either faculty or residents to be able to present their research findings at a national or international meeting. For more info, contact Dr. Good.


    Bridging the Gap Grant to UCSF Update

    The CSPD Foundation Board recently received a letter of thanks from the UCSF Division of Pediatric Dentistry extending their profound gratitude for the $25,000 grant for faculty support. Program Director and Division Chair, Dr. Pamela Den Besten, writes that "these grant funds have helped us to hire Dr. Aparna Aghi as a 50% part time faculty member. Dr. Aghi also serves as the Associate Director of the pediatric dentistry postgraduate clinics. Aparna has been an incredibly positive addition to our faculty. She teaches in our postgraduate clinic, sedation clinic, as well as our pre-doctoral clinics. She has taken a leadership role in the design of our clinical facilities in the new children's hospital at Mission Bay and in directing the renovation of the treatment rooms in our Parnassus clinic. Aparna provides leadership in working with our Chief Resident on issues related to clinic scheduling, treatment records, and our annual retreat." Dr. Den Besten continues, "The timing of the grant from CSPDF came at a time of critical need for additional faculty in our training program...we feel a real partnership with CSPDF in addressing our needs by funding this grant and in promoting excellence in our faculty and training programs. We look forward to a continued partnership in this important endeavor to train our future colleagues in pediatric dentistry."

    Dr. David Perry, CSPDF Board appointed liason to the San Francisco program, helped to tailor the Bridging the Gap request to allow for maximum impact on the program. He hopes that contributors to the Foundation will continue for this and other projects through their generous donations.



    Student Group Activity Report for CA Pediatric Dental Residencies

    UCSF, Brent Lin, DMD
    The students at UCSF received products for the 2013 GKAS day and also received $1,500 from the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship Program to co-sponsor the event. They invited their colleagues on the campus at the medical school, nursing school, and pharmacy school, as well as this year’s Schweitzer Fellows in the Bay Area (Stanford, Berkeley, and etc.) to be involved in the GKAS event.

    UCSF has partnered with several organizations to reach out and serve the community. They are one of two Oral Health Zones designated by the National Children’s Oral Health Foundation (the other one is in Washington, DC) and our students have worked extensively with the coordinator to address the community oral health needs. The students have also initiated and created a new journal club with emphasis on children with special needs and have worked with our residents and faculty on its activities.

    The students who have interest in pediatric dentistry as a specialty continue to seek opportunities in performing advanced pediatric dentistry skill and techniques by participating in several elective courses at the Native American Health Center and the Alameda County Medical Center under the direction of UCSF affiliated faculty.

    California Public Health Association-North: At the Give Kids a Smile Day event, there were 220 dental/pre-dental participants who treated 162 children with almost $40,000 worth of services provided.

    Elev8 Oakland Initiative-UCSF Partnership: Launched in 2008, Elev8 Oakland is one of five sites across the country selected to participate in the national Urban Health Initiative funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. UCSF’s provided health education and dental screenings for the entire student body of Roosevelt Middle School in San Francisco.

    Community Dentistry at MLK Elementary: On 11/7/2012, UCSF dental students along with the UCSF Orthodontics Department provided free screenings and fluoride varnish for the 6th grade classrooms at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School in San Francisco.

    Children’s Health Hut: UCSF students work alongside dental, medical, nursing, pharmacy, and physical therapy students to promote health education and facilitate access to healthcare through screenings and free preventive services. In 2012, they screened 231 children and applied fluoride varnish on 229 children.

    UOP, USC, Loma Linda, UCLA, Western – No report

    UCLA – Setareh Ghafouri, DDS On February 2, 2013, 11 faculty members, 13 pediatric dental residents, and over 80 dental students from UCLA provided care to over 140 children at a Give Kids a Smile event.

    On January 31, 2013, pediatric dental residents and dental students conducted over 1500 dental screenings in Inglewood elementary schools and at the Westwood Salvation Army Transitional Village.



    CALL FOR APPLICANTS - Warren Brandli Leadership Internship

    Dr. Santos Cortez
    Leadership Development Chair

    Dr. Santos Cortez

    Download CSPD Warren Brandli Leadership Intern Program Application

    The California Society of Pediatric Dentistry is accepting applications for the Warren Brandli Leadership Intern Program. Current pediatric dental residents and individuals in their first five years of post-residency residing in California are eligible to apply. This opportunity was created for individuals who are in training programs or in the early stages of their career to participate in the CSPD governance and advocacy activities, attend internal organizational and inter-professional meetings, and complete a project designated by the CSPD Board President by the end of the program.

    Through these activities, CSPD hopes to:

    • Familiarize candidates about the specialty, its governance and social and political issues facing pediatric dentistry in the 21st century.
    • Expose new members to the administrative and membership functions of the Society.
    • Inform members of organizational strategies, advocacy and inter-professional relationships not commonly available to pediatric dentists in practice or academics.
    • Prepare members to assume leadership roles in dental specialty governance, particularly within the CSPD and the AAPD governance structures.

    Applicants must be willing to attend all regular meetings of the CSPD Board of Directors as well as the Society's Leadership Orientation Session at the annual meeting and Strategic Planning Session, which is held every third year. Other opportunities may include attendance at the meetings of the Dental Board of California, California legislative hearings, California Dental Association-sponsored advocacy events and community leadership and/or Public Policy Advocate.

    The CSPD will arrange transportation and lodging and will cover all program-related administrative costs and supply needs. Selection will be based on the applicant's 1) completion of an application, 2) submission of a short essay about the candidate's interest and specific personal goals for the program, 3) relevant activities or roles within their professional sphere and 4) two required letters of reference (one of which should be from the program director if the applicant is a current pediatric dental resident).

    Applications are due November 10th and selections will be made and announced prior to the next annual session. The internship period will begin with the final meeting of the Board of Directors held in conjunction with the annual session and will finish 12 months later at the final meeting of the next Board of Directors at which time each intern will give a final report about their project.


    CSPD Foundation Grants and Awards Update

    CSPD Foundation Grants and Awards RFPs

    Money Available to Faculty and Student Investigators

    "The Foundation is ready to put its money to good use," states Treasurer Ken Szymanski, "I'm ready to write more checks." Szymanski is referring to four categories of grants that have been established to further the goals of fostering research and developing faculty at California's pediatric dental programs. "The CSPD Foundation is foremost concerned with strengthening the Pediatric Dental Programs that exist in California," President Richard Sobel reminds us. "These grants and awards are great starting points and can really help each program."

    Two categories of travel awards exist to help either faculty or residents to be able to present their research findings at national or international meetings. Up to $500 is available to help defray travel expenses.

    Research grants are now available for up to $20,000 ($10,000 per year for two years). Pediatric dental post-doctoral students or recent grads are eligible for theses awards on topics that will contribute to the knowledge base in Pediatric Dentistry. This Investigator-Initiated Research Grant will initially be funded in January of 2008. Completed proposals are due October 1st for 2007. Inquiries should be directed to the chair of the CSPD Awards and Grants Committee, David Good (dgoodone(at)sbcglobal.net).

    In an effort to further assist the state's pediatric dental programs, CSPD has developed the Faculty Development Grant for part-time Pediatric Dental Educators. These grants are designed to facilitate the recruitment and retention of clinicians to teach part-time and may be available to each program annually. The Faculty Development grant will provide a maximum of $5,000 to attract and retain clinicians who desire to be teachers, thereby bringing mid to late career clinicians into the educational system. These grants have deadlines for submission. More detailed information and applications can be obtained from Dr. David Good or from the CSPD office. Complete RFP's, application forms, and additional information is available on the CSPD website via links to CSPDF.


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