A Fond and Fun Farewell

It was a fitting tribute to Dr. Anthony Cuomo on the final night of his term in office as NYSDA’s 142nd President. The President’s Dinner Gala, June 1, staged at the conclusion of the business portion of the 2024 meeting of the Association’s House of Delegates, was festive and celebratory, but it was also a serious occasion for presenting awards and saying “thank you” to Dr. Cuomo and to the other officers who served alongside him in 2023-2024.

This year’s gala took place on a perfect summer evening in the Shenandoah Club House on the grounds of

Turning Stone Resort and Casino in Verona. It will long be remembered for its offerings of food, music, dancing and a spectacular drone show that paid homage to New York State, NYSDA and the Ninth District Dental Association, host of this year’s meeting.

Taking a bow, along with Dr. Cuomo were his fellow officers: Prabha Krishnan, president-elect; Maurice Edwards, vice president; Paul Leary, secretary-treasurer; William Karp, speaker; and James Galati, immediate past president.

A gallery of photos of celebrants is presented here.