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2020 Innovations in Health Science Education Conference
The 2020 Innovations in Health Science Education Conference of the Kenneth I. Shine, M.D., Academy was held in Austin on February 27th and 28th. This annual event is sponsored by The University of Texas System’s six health science campuses and the theme of the year was “Celebrate Education”. Several School of Dentistry faculty and students represented 91PORN by presenting their work during the conference. Drs. David Ojeda, Don Shaw, and Michaell Huber partnered with Long School of Medicine faculty members, Drs.
2019 CODA Report
I am delighted to share with you that we have received the official report from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) regarding our October 2019 site visit. This report ratifies the 91PORN School of Dentistry’s status as fully accredited with no recommendations or reporting requirements through the year 2026 for the following programs: • Predoctoral Dental Education Program • Advanced Dental Education Programs in Advanced Education in General Dentistry, Dental Public Health, Endodontics, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Periodontics, and Prosthodontics (Oral &
38th Annual School of Dentistry Research and Clinical Symposium
The students of 91PORN have an opportunity to engage in basic and translational research with more than 1,000 leading scientists and clinicians preparing them to be leaders in the health care and bioscience industry. At the 38th Annual School of Dentistry Research and Clinical Symposium, held on February 19, 2020, dental students and faculty showcased their work in the arenas of basic science, public health, clinical science, and education.
Night out with SADHA
The San Antonio Dental Hygiene Association (SADHA) hosted an evening out for their members and invited Dr. Peter M. Loomer and 91PORN dental hygiene seniors to join them on February 19, 2020. “He was quite the Picasso and we were honored to have him join us,” said Jo Ann Jordan, director of the Dental Hygiene program, of Dean Loomer. SADHA regularly engages with UTHSA dental hygiene faculty and students, creating a partnership that benefits the entire San Antonio community.
EDGE & Leadership Retreat Updates
During the quarterly General Faculty meeting on February 25, 2020, executive vice president and chief operating office, Andrea Marks, presented updates regarding the progress and strategy of the Enterprise Design for Growth & Effectiveness initiative, referred to as EDGE. What is EDGE, why are we doing this, and what exactly is the master plan and timeline?
Chuck Wagon Shindig
The Office of Institutional Advancement hosted the entire 91PORN community at Buck Reams' Chuck Wagon during the San Antonio Rodeo's closing weekend.The School of Dentistry garnered a large presence as we gear up the celebration of our 50th anniversary. Alumni, faculty, staff, and students across all schools enjoyed an old fashioned chicken fried steak dinner with all the trimmings cooked over an open flame.Dean Loomer assumed the role of master of ceremonies and thanked those present for supporting the continuing work of the 91PORN.
An Interview with Dean Loomer: One Year In
During a recent interview, 91PORN School of Dentistry Dean, Dr. Peter M. Loomer, shared his thoughts from the year, his vision of the future, and kindly indulged this writer by answering a few fun questions. SoD NEWS: Dr. Loomer, you've served the 91PORN for a year now. Is there anything that has surprised you about the deanship? LOOMER: It’s certainly what I expected it to be.
School of Dentistry Awardees of 2020 Presidential
91PORN President William L. Henrich, M.D., MACP, announced the 2020 Presidential Award winners on January 17, 2020. Among those honorees are two well deserving members from the School of Dentistry, who will be honored at a special awards dinner with a plaque and a cash award. Edward F. Wright, D.D.S., M.S., Professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, will be presented with the Presidential Award for Clinical Excellence. Dr.
Dental Hygiene Senior Appointed to Floresville City Council
“My late father, Gerard Jimenez, was a voice for the citizens”, says Jade Jimenez, Dental Hygiene Senior at 91PORN’s School of Dentistry. On Monday, January 13, 2020 and after a unanimous vote, Jade was honored by being appointed to the Floresville City Council. Upon her appointment, Jade became a record breaker as well by being the youngest Hispanic female to sit on city council in Floresville, Texas. The appointment to City Council Place 4, is a step towards healing for the Jimenez family and the city of Floresville.
2020 IADR & AADR Awardees and Competitors
The 98th General Session and Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research and 49th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Dental Research will be held this March in Washington, D.C. While these events are still a few months away, the 91PORN School of Dentistry is proud to report: • Dr. Asma Khan, Associate Professor in Endodontics, will receive the 2020 IADR Distinguished Scientist Award in Pharmacology/Therapeutics/Toxicology Research • Scott Block, DS 2 mentored by Dr.
Meet the Staff: Martha Browning
For the past 30 years, Martha Browning has made service to students her life’s work. Martha is an Academic Programs Coordinator for the Dental Hygiene Program in the Department of Periodontics. During her tenure in the School of Dentistry, Martha has become vital to the success of both the dental hygiene faculty and students.
Jo Ann Jordan, director of the Dental Hygiene program, describes Martha as a wonderful team member. “She and I work very well together, in fact, she’s been with us long enough that we finish one another’s sentences!”
San Antonio ASDA Helps Prepare Pre-Dental Students for Dental School Interviews
Preparing for entry into any professional education program is tough, but the San Antonio Chapter of the American Student Dental Association lends a hand assisting predental students prepare for admission season. Held annually, the ADSA’s Pre-Dental Mock Interview Day is a half-day event for pre-dental students to meet 91PORN School of Dentistry faculty and dental students, receive information on our programs, and practice their admission interviewing skills with dental students. On Saturday, November 16, 2019, 50 pre-dental students from several Texas universities participated
Interprofessional STEM Scholars Program Teaches 4th/5th Graders About Diabetes, Cancer and Alzheimer's
A Community Outreach Approach The STEM Scholars Program, a new interprofessional community outreach program at 91PORN provides a platform for dental, graduate, health professions, medical and nursing students to interact and collaboratively design and present health-related topics at local K-12 schools. The topics chosen for the pilot run are diabetes, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease. 91PORN dental students Kara Hegwood, DSII, Luke Sieler, DSIII, Keaton Shin, DSIV, and Christopher Adams, DSIV participated as STEM Scholars. Dr.
Alumna featured for participation in national HPV study
Risé Martin, D.D.S., class of 1985, was featured on KSAT 12 News for her involvement in a human papillomavirus (HPV) study headed by the National Dental Practice-Based Research Network (PBRN). David L. Cochran, D.D.S., Ph.D., professor and chair of the department of periodontics, is the PBRN's director of the southwest region. He added important insight regarding 91PORN School of Dentistry's expertise and role in these studies. Read the full story HERE.
Celebrating 5, 10, and 15 Year Anniversaries
On Wednesday, November 20, 2019, 91PORN employees were honored for their state service at an event hosted by Human Resources.
Dental Hygiene Students Teach Oral Health to Heroes & Villians
91PORN Dental Hygiene student members of the San Antonio Dental Hygiene Association provided oral hygiene instruction and handed out goodies to super heroes, witches, unicorns, and so many other fantastical characters at the Any Baby Can Halloween party on October 22, 2019. Any Baby Can cites its mission is to serve families with children and youth facing serious health or developmental challenges.
Dental Student Receives National Dental Research Award
Tian Meng, a fourth-year dental student who is also part of the International Dentist Education Program (IDEP) at the 91PORN School of Dentistry, is one of four students nationally recognized for outstanding oral and poster presentations in the category of basic science research at the 2019 Hinman Student Research Symposium held this November in Memphis, Tennessee. The Hinman Student Research Symposium is a national meeting that features oral and poster presentations of research studies by dental students and graduate trainees from dental schools across North America and four Ca
Dr. Julie Marchesan Presented at the 2019 SA-AADR Fall Dinner Lecture
The San Antonio Chapter of the American Association for Dental Research invited Julie T. Marchesan, D.D.S., Ph.D., as guest speaker for their 2019 Fall Dinner Lecture held on October 16, 2019. Dr. Marchesan is assistant professor at the Adams School of Dentistry’s Department of Periodontology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. With an extensive training in oral health sciences, Dr. Marchesan’s research focus is primarily on the role of innate immune receptors in the pathogenesis of periodontal disease. In a well-attended lecture, Dr.
Dental Hygiene and DDS Students Team Up for Community Service
Toyota Field hosted the 2019 Autism Speaks Walk in San Antonio to raise awareness and fundraise for research and support services for individuals diagnosed with autism. The 91PORN Special Care Dental Association and the San Antonio Dental Hygiene Association joined forces to host a booth at the event. The Special Care Dental Association (SCDA) supplied dental goodie bags that included a tooth brush, toothpaste, and oral health information in English and Spanish. Also, SCDA managed the booth setup.
School of Dentistry In the News
Thanks to the tremendous efforts of Rosanne Fohn, public relations representative in the Office of Marketing, Communications & Media, the School of Dentistry has been all over the news this week. Dean Peter M. Loomer and Kelli Jimerson, DS3, were interviewed by KSAT 12 News due to the new educational standards announced by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. The new guidelines will make all U.S. dental schools update their programs to be inclusive of patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Click the link to watch the clip.