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October Recruiter of the Month: Dr. Arias
Sergio R. Arias, DDS, of the Ohio AGD is the October Recruiter of the Month. Congratulations! Dr. Arias wins a $150 gift card to Amazon.com for his recruitment efforts. Refer a colleague to the AGD, and next month you could win a gift card valued at $150. Have new members enter your name in the ‘Referral Information’ section of the paper or online application. Short on time? Submit a referral form  , and we’ll contact them for you!
For questions, contact the Membership Services Center at 888.243.3368 or membership@agd.org.
AGD Member Receives Humanitarian Award
Andrew C. Cobb, DDS, received the 2008 Small Business Humanitarian of the Year Award. Dr. Cobb received the award, along with two other colleagues, for his work in the Dominican Republic through the Somos Amigos Medical Missions. The award is presented by the Small Business Council of America.
AGD Past President Honored in Texas
Sam W. Rogers, Jr., DDS, FAGD, AGD past president and speaker of the house, was presented with the 2008 Gold Medal for Distinguished Service by the Texas Dental Society (TDA) at this year’s American Dental Association (ADA) House of Delegates. Dr. Rogers served as a leader not only in the AGD, but also in the TDA and the ADA. The 2008 Gold Medal for Distinguished Service award is the highest honor one can achieve at the TDA. For the full article and bio on Dr. Rogers, see the November 2008 issue of the Texas Dental Journal. Achievement Awards are a great way to recognize an outstanding AGD colleague. Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2009 AGD Achievement Awards. Recognize a colleague today!
Free CE—Limited Time Only
AGD members can earn up to 10 free CE credits online until July 1, 2009, through a partnership with GC America. To find the CE you need, log on to the AGD Web site, and visit the Education section.
AGD Spokesperson Cindy Flanagan, DDS, FAGD, was recently featured in the Houston Press in an article, “Protect Your Teeth—And the Troops.” Dr. Flanagan was recognized for her Halloween Buy Back program which paid $1 per pound of candy and a free toothbrush to children who turned in their goodies. The candy collected was shipped to Operation Gratitude’s headquarters in California and sent to troops serving overseas.
Fast, Easy CE Submission
Before you submit CE, review the CE Submission FAQs to find the best way to submit credits for quick and easy recording to your AGD transcript. | |
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Ripken to Open AGD2009Baltimore
Experience strength, character, endurance, integrity, and much more! Cal Ripken Jr. will open the 2009 AGD Annual Meeting & Exhibits as the keynote speaker. Baseball’s “Iron Man” is cherished by fans around the globe. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired by his remarkable accomplishments as one of the single greatest men in sports history. Plan your Baltimore experience today, beginning with an unforgettable address by Cal Ripken Jr., by reserving your hotel room!
Change in Membership Policy:
Recognizing Your Dedication AGD members average 47.3 hours of continuing education per year based on AGD existing data. That’s almost double the requirement for AGD membership and is just one of the reasons why it was agreed in July to change the membership maintenance policy to reflect your true dedication to lifelong learning. Now, AGD will simply ask that you confirm, via signature, your commitment to meeting, or more likely exceeding, the 75 hours of continuing education in a three year period that is required for AGD membership. Learn more about the change to AGD’s membership policy.
Achieve More in Baltimore
Experience more professional fulfillment than ever before when you receive your AGD Fellowship in Baltimore! Approximately 80 percent of members pass the exam on their first attempt. Submit an exam application today, and schedule your appointment at a LaserGrade testing center near you. Appointments are still available. The award application deadline is Dec. 31, 2008. Don’t miss your chance to experience more at the AGD Annual Meeting and Exhibits, July 8-12, 2009, in Baltimore.
Dr. Jones Featured in Woman Dentist Journal
AGD President Paula S. Jones, DDS, FAGD, was recently featured in Woman Dentist Journal in an article, “Two Women Leaders You Need to Know,” In the article, Dr. Jones shares with readers about how her career began, the obstacles she’s endured and caring for her family while managing her profession.
Uncovering Embezzlement
Embezzlement in the health care office is difficult to determine for several reasons. One reason is that embezzlement victims often don’t recognize the theft. By knowing the ways in which embezzlers operate, you can help prevent the crime from even happening in your office. Read “Uncovering Embezzlement” in the November issue of AGD Impact to learn ways to prevent office embezzlement, signs that employees are skimming money off the top, and how to handle an employee who gets caught. |
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General Dentists’ Eyes, Ears and Voices
Dentists in Maine and Maryland are being affected by legislative and regulatory activity in those states. |
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