Quarter 4
December 2017
Council on Communications – Dr Herbert Hughes, Alexandria, VA
Council on Governmental Affairs – Dr Kevin Toms, Nokesville, VA
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Public and patient education in orthodontics Assist members in their PR and make available services, materials, and benefits Improvement of the oral health of the public
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Legislation that may affect the practice of orthodontics Legislative and regulatory issues and to governmental agency programs Legislative and regulatory initiatives which may affect orthodontics
Learn About AAO Councils and Meet Your Representatives Council on Health Care – Dr John Metz, Land O Lakes, FL
Council on Membership, Ethics, and Judicial Concerns - Dr Edward Snyder, Martinsville, VA
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Providing or facilitating the delivery of orthodontic health care Third party reimbursement plans related to orthodontic care Improve public oral health by expanding access to quality orthodontic care
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Membership programs and the recruitment of all qualified orthodontists as members Study, maintain and promote Principles Hear disciplinary proceedings and appeals
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