Fall/Winter 2016, Leading Edge

THE MAGAZINE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY | FALL/WINTER 2016

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C O N T I N U I N G E D U C AT I O N

FRIDAY, MARCH 31, 2017 The Inn at St.John’s

44045 Five Mile Rd. Plymouth, MI 48170

Alumni Day

Continuing Education, Networking Events, Vendor Show, Dean’s Reception 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

CE Course: The Art of Giving Great Service,

by ZingTrain -- 7 CEUs Participants will learn the Art of Giving Great Service as taught by the nationally recognized service providers of Zingerman’s through their ZingTrain experts. This uniquely customized course will focus on taking your practice to the next level. You will acquire new tools and techniques while learning how to implement organizational change. This top-notch training will offer food for thought and tools for immediate implementation. It is an opportunity to invest in your practice to by learning how to create and nurture a culture of outstanding customer service. If you are interested in bringing your dental team, we are happy to host; non-alumni are always welcome to attend our courses.

REGISTRATION: Dentist - $150/$200* Hygienist & Assistant - $100/$150* * If registering after March 1, 2017 Includes continental breakfast, lunch, and cocktail reception -- REGISTER TODAY! -www.dental.udmercy.edu/alumniday If you graduated in 1967 or before, Alumni Day and Reunions are no cost to you!

Class Reunions

5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

If your graduation year ends in “2” or “7”, plan to attend your reunion which will be held the evening of Alumni Day. Although we coordinate the main event for each class, we encourage you to be involved in the planning process to ensure a well-represented class. To help plan your class reunion, contact Kimberly Raleigh: kimberly.raleigh@udmercy.edu or 313-494-6694.

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Mission The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, in the Jesuit and Mercy tradition, through the integration of scholarly activity, evidence-based teaching, and service, fosters a forward thinking, inclusive learning environment committed to developing competent, socially and ethically sensitive healthcare professionals who are committed to patient care and community wellness.

Vision We will be a leader in advancing health in a diverse and global society.

Values Integrity: We embrace integrity in all our daily activities and consider it essential to our identity.

Respect: We promote respect of self and others and value diversity.

Excellence: We value and reward excellence.

Service: We are committed to serving our community, students, colleagues, institution, and the profession of dentistry.

Life-Long Learning: We value life-long learning and promote development to achieve our potential.

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DEAN’S LETTER

Patient Consumerism Guides Student Learning Experiences

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Mert N. Aksu, Dean

s you read this next issue of the

This balance is often difficult to achieve in an

Leading Edge, I am excited to

academic environment, however we must be

share accomplishments and

responsive to these changing demands. Over

news from the School of

the next few months the School of Dentistry

Dentistry. Since our last edition, we have

will be making changes to better meet these

begun yet another academic year. It is always

needs and expectations while strengthening

energizing to welcome a new class of students.

and re-centering our focus on primary care.

Look for more information to follow.

With each new class, we are also welcoming new patients to our clinical program. As each year passes, we see changing trends in our patient populations. One notable change that has emerged over time is increased “consumerism” among our patients.

“Patient expectations are driving decisions, and we must be sensitive to these demands as well.”

Consumerism is evident in the way patients make decisions about their health care.

Patients are taking a more active role in

In this edition, you will also see University of

decisions to purchase health care. Patients

Detroit Mercy’s new brand and logo. Based

have access to much more information

on interviews with various stakeholder groups

through the web, and they are much more

and with the input of brand expert

likely to use this information when choosing

consultants, the new brand captures points of

healthcare providers.

pride and elements of strength surrounding the University’s identity.

Patients are more likely to ask questions, actively participate in decisions, and often

Thank you for your continued support of

refuse care that they perceive as unneeded at

Detroit Mercy Dental,

the moment. Today, patients perceive they have more choices and options as to where they receive their health care. An increasing emphasis on community-based health care has shifted where and how patients receive care.

At the School of Dentistry, we are seeing some of these trends first hand. More often patients want care delivered efficiently, cost-effectively and with high-quality. Patient expectations are driving decisions, and we must be sensitive to these demands as well.

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Mert N. Aksu, D.D.S., J.D., M.H.S.A. Dean, School of Dentistry

FALL/ WINTER 2016

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Dean’s Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Outreach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

University News.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Research.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Upcoming Alumni Events.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Giving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Recent Events.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Alumni Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

10 Under 10.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Continuing Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Student News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Feature Article: Celebrating Tradition.

Investing in the Future... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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THE MAGAZINE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY PUBLISHED BY THE SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY 2700 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD DETROIT, MI 48208

Cover Photo: Michael South, Dental Class of 2020 with classmates at Corktown Campus Photo by David Frechette Photography Antoine M. Garibaldi, Ph.D. University President Mert N. Aksu, D.D.S., J.D., M.H.S.A. Dean aksumn@udmercy.edu Kari Radjewski, M.A. Communications Specialist Editor in Chief of Leading Edge radjewkj@udmercy.edu Rhonda Evans, B.F.A. Communications Coordinator and Graphic Designer Art Director and Publication Designer evansrh@udmercy.edu Kimberly Raleigh, R.D.H., M.H.S.A. Director of Continuing Education and Alumni Relations Contributing Writer kimberly.raleigh@udmercy.edu Thomas W. Sklut, M.A. Director of Development skluttw@udmercy.edu

We Want To Hear From You! Leading Edge welcomes letters to the editor, press releases, photos, or any other communications that highlight our alumni.

Send your information to: Kimberly Raleigh Email: kimberly.raleigh@udmercy.edu Phone: 313-494-6694 Please include a daytime phone number and email address with correspondence.

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UNIVERSITY NEWS

Facility Dedication Dr. Garibaldi, faculty, staff and students prepare to cut the ribbon to the newly renovated studios at the School of Architecture

M CNI CH O LS • R I V E R FR O NT • CORKTOWN

Tug of War Champions Team Clinicians, including DS2s Chase Lundin, Jeremy Zaluski, and Dawson Davenport, and DS3s Chris Degenhardt, Alex Johnson, wins tug-of-war at Homecoming 2016

Facility Dedication Emphasize Academic Environment On Friday, September 30, the School of Architecture dedicated renovated lower level studios. Additionally, the College of Engineering & Science (CES) officially opened two new laboratories; the new 5,200 square foot Center for Automotive Systems Engineering Education (CASEE) lab will facilitate hands-on collaboration between engineering students and industry partners, such as Ford Motor Company and General Motors. The Center is designed to foster student teamwork on collaborative projects and will also allow undergraduate and graduate students to participate in faculty-mentored research projects.

Alumnus William L. Kozyra ’80 provided a major gift for the lab in support of his alma mater.

On October 13, CES dedicated its new iNSPIRE lab: Innovative Space for Research and Exploration. Funded by donors and the $21-million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for the ReBUILDetroit program, the lab is designed to increase diversity in biomedical research. It includes a flexible room design, multiple flat screens and idea panes to capture notes, wet lab space, advance technology devices and state-of-the-art instruments.

Detroit Mercy Hosts Fall Homecoming 2016 Detroit Mercy Ranks Top 25 Universities in Midwest Approximately 1,100 alumni, students, faculty, staff and community members attended Detroit Mercy’s Homecoming 2016, September 30-October 1. Friday kicked off the weekend with a variety of programs and events to engage alumni including a dental continuing education course, a law alumni golf tournament and facility dedications.

More than 100 runners and walkers participated in our first 5K Run/Walk. A returning tradition, the St. Francis Tug-ofWar included 10 teams battling for the trophy award, which was claimed by Team Clinicians from Detroit Mercy Dental.

Homecoming visitors also enjoyed the Detroit Street Fair, Family Fun Center, colleges/schools’ open houses, a campus scavenger hunt, and a vow renewal ceremony at Mass.

For the 16th consecutive year, Detroit Mercy is listed in the top tier of Midwest Best Regional Universities in the 2017 edition of the U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” rankings. We have now been named one of the “Best Values” in the region.

U.S. News also ranked the College of Business Administration’s undergraduate management program 19th in the nation. The College of Engineering & Science was also highlighted as one of the best engineering programs in the country.

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UPCOMING ALUMNI EVENTS

Boston, MA

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Chicago, IL

SAVE THE DATE! FRIDAY, JANUARY 27

FRIDAY, MARCH 31

Yankee Dental Congress Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Reception

Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Day

The Westin Boston Waterfront – Boston, MA 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

HISTORY, CULTURE, AND EDUCATION! Boston, Massachusetts, a quintessential blend of colonial history and cutting-edge innovation. From the charming cobblestones of Beacon Hill and revolutionary landmarks of the Freedom Trail, to the iconic grounds of Harvard University and Fenway Park, Boston is a treasure trove of Americana. This city is full of rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and a legacy of arts, culture, and education; this city has something for everyone.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24

Chicago Midwinter Meeting - Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Reception ENO at Intercontinental Hotel – Chicago, IL 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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The Inn at St. John’s - Plymouth, MI 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, MARCH 31

Detroit Mercy Dental Class Reunions (for class years ending in a 2 or 7) The Inn at St. John’s - Plymouth, MI 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

Michigan Dental Association Annual Session Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Reception Reserve Food & Wine Restaurant - Grand Rapids, MI 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 5

California Dental Association Presents Anaheim Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Reception Anaheim Marriott – Anaheim, CA 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Alumni Events

Share Your Pictures With Us!

Please refer to our website for complete information on these and other alumni events: dental.udmercy.edu/alumni/connect

Send us photos of alumni events you have attended by emailing Kimberly Raleigh at kimberly.raleigh@udmercy.edu

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Expert knowledge. Expert care.

Alyssa Cairo D.D.S. ‘00 Vice President, Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Board

HELP PATIENTS FIND YOU! Join the Detroit Mercy Provider Directory

Detroit Mercy has developed an online directory of alumni who are oral health providers and is designed to be used by potential patients.

The goal is to assist patients in finding a Detroit Mercy Dentist.

Help them find you by completing the online form: www.dental.udmercy.edu/alumni/directory-form

The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry 2700 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Detroit, Michigan 48208

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RECENT EVENTS JULY 14

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AGD Meeting - Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Reception

Run Drugs Out of Town 5k Race

Alumni gathered to mingle and network at the Detroit Mercy Dental reception during the Academy of General Dentistry’s Annual Meeting in Boston.

SUMMER 2016

Detroit Mercy Dental’s Fit Club competed in the Run Drugs Out of Town race, bringing awareness to how oral health professionals can contribute to prevention of narcotic addition. Our team raised awareness and funds for the community drive to prevent and treat opioid addiction.

SUMMER 2016

Missions Trips Over the summer, Alpha Omega travelled to Dominican Republic, Christian Dental Association treated patients to Honduras, and Detroit Mercy ASDA spent time in Guatemala to engage in mission trips.

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SEPTEMBER 11

Bay Cliff Health Camp

Student/Alumni Golf Outing 2016

Six student volunteers dedicated a week to treating special needs campers at Bay Cliff Health Camp; 32 patients were seen for a variety of procedures totaling more than $11,000 of donated services. Â

Students and alumni gathered at Fieldstone Golf Club in Auburn Hills, Michigan for the annual Student/Alumni Golf Outing hosted by the Detroit Mercy ASDA chapter.

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Detroit Mercy Night at Comerica Park

Detroit River Boat Cruise

Detroit Mercy pre-game program at Comerica Park included the Detroit Mercy Pep Band, Cheer Team, Dance Team, Tommy Titan, and the National Anthem sung by Detroit Mercy Law student Ryan VanOver, also known as Ty Stone.

Detroit Mercy ASDA hosted the annual boat cruise event, inviting students to enjoy socializing with classmates as they watched the sun set upon the Detroit River.

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RECENT EVENTS SEPTEMBER 23

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Men’s Health Event

Detroit Mercy Homecoming

Faculty, staff, student and alumni volunteers attended the annual MIUMen’s Health Foundation event at Ford Field for the sixth consecutive year; 65% of attendees received dental screenings and oral cancer exams. Ten people were asked to follow up with their dentist, doctor or an oral surgeon regarding the possibility of needing a biopsy.

OCTOBER 21

ADA Annual Session - Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Reception We are so happy to have seen so many familiar faces at our Alumni Reception while visiting Denver for the American Dental Association’s annual meeting.

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As the University celebrated pride and spirit at Homecoming, a number of Detroit Mercy Dental students participated in weekend events.

Congratulations to our winning tug-of-war team and to DS3 Ryan Rivamonte who took first place in the Decades Dash 5k! Special thanks to Mark Murphy, D.D.S. ’81 for providing an excellent CE course.

OCTOBER 25

Fall Refresher provided by Alumni Board The Alumni Board surprised students with a Fall Refresher, including cider and donuts. It was the perfect way to start the day!

OCTOBER 27

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT Sara Wassenaar, D.D.S. ’84 Named Board President by the National Blood Clot Alliance

Night at the Museum Night at the Museum was an opportunity to thank the Dean’s Circle tier of donors, as well as part-time faculty, for their generosity, contributions and dedication to Detroit Mercy Dental. The evening included a Detroit-theme strolling reception, Mariachi band, and private, after-hours access to the historical artifacts at The Henry Ford.

Dr. Wassenaar was named volunteer board president by the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA), a nonprofit advocacy organization dedicated to advancing the prevention, early

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diagnosis and successful treatment of life-threatening blood clots. She will serve the organization in this capacity through June 2017 and her responsibilities include overseeing the governance of the organization and its ongoing advocacy efforts.

In 2010, Dr. Wassenaar lost her daughter, Anna Frutiger, to a blood clot. Anna, who was attending University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine with aspirations to become a dentist too, had been experiencing blood clot symptoms, including pain in her calf and shortness of breath, for several months. At the time, her symptoms were attributed to training she was doing for a planned half marathon. Just one month after her 23rd birthday, however, Anna passed away due to a pulmonary embolism, or blood clot in her lung, which was the result of an undiagnosed deep vein thrombosis, or blood clot in her leg.

Faculty Appreciation Potluck at UHC For the third consecutive year, staff at UHC hosted a pot-luck appreciation dinner to thank faculty who work so hard at our hospital-based clinic. Clinic Manager, Lasandra Ross, welcomed attendees and expressed gratitude for faculty members who value the work and opinions of staff members; goodie bags were also provided for guests. It was a wonderful evening to remind us all that we are fortunate to work at a very special place.

Dr. Wassenaar is also board president of Keep Alma Beautiful, a board member of Mid-Michigan Health, and a visiting faculty member at Spear Education. She lives in Alma, Michigan, with her husband and their son John, who works in the healthcare technology field.

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At Detroit Mercy Dental, we celebrate the efforts of recent graduates who have gone above and beyond in their professional careers. We are honored that our alumni are both clinically proficient and active members within the community.

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Jason Burkes, D.D.S. ‘07

United States Navy Active Duty OMS Fellowship Fort Worth, Texas

Elizabeth Doman, R.D.H. ‘11

Detroit Mercy Dental Class of 2017 Detroit, MI

What have you been doing since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

Why did you choose dentistry as your profession?

Upon graduation from dental school, I received a commission into the United States Navy Dental Corps. I completed a general practice residency on Active Duty at National Naval Medical Center. This was truly one of the most rewarding events in my life, having the honor to treat combat casualties of the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. The next two years would prove to be invaluable experience, with two combat tours to Helmand Province, Afghanistan. While practicing independently in a contingency environment, I witnessed first-hand the true meaning of altruism and self-sacrifice.

Despite these arduous conditions, it’s my proudest professional moment since graduating from Detroit Mercy.

I chose dentistry as my profession because I enjoy being in a healthcare field that focuses a great deal on prevention of diseases related to whole body health.

After my second tour in Afghanistan, I was fortunate enough to continue my education at a civilian training program while remaining on active duty. I obtained a Doctor of Medicine Degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center. I then completed an internship in general surgery with Baylor University Medical Center, as well as a Residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry.

I am currently in a 2-year fellowship training program for Maxillofacial Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery at John Peter Smith Hospital.

What is the best advice you received while you were a student at Detroit Mercy?

What have you been doing since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

Since graduating summa cum laude with my bachelor of science degree in dental hygiene, I have been working part time as a dental hygienist while balancing my continued education in dental school.

What is your proudest professional moment since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

My proudest professional moment since graduating from Detroit Mercy is having a successful career as a dental hygienist, and having the drive to further my education in the field of dentistry.

What is your fondest memory of your time at Detroit Mercy Dental?

My fondest memories were all the laughs I shared with my fellow classmates in the dental hygiene program.

Always be honest with yourself and your patients.

Why did you choose dentistry as your profession?

These experiences reinforced my enthusiasm for the surgical aspects of medicine and dentistry, solidifying my desire to complete a residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

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Thomas J. Elias D.D.S., ‘13

United States Army OMS Resident Tripler Army Medical Center Honolulu, HI

Seth Griffin, D.D.S. ‘12

Liebenthal Dental and Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Health Services Hartford, MI

What have you been doing since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

Why did you choose dentistry as your profession?

After being accepted into the Health Professions Scholarship Program prior to dental school, I commissioned in the Army upon graduation. I was accepted to the Army Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon program at Tripler Army Medical Center. I completed a six-week introductory officer training course in San Antonio, Texas, and was stationed at Oahu for a one year— “Snowbird Year”—of general dentistry prior to beginning residency. Since starting residency, I have been moving through all of the medical and surgical rotations required. As a third-year OMS resident, my attention has shifted from clinical dentoalveolar surgeries to surgical cases in the operating room, such as orthognathic, cleft palette and cosmetics.

When I was in eighth grade as part of a school project, I had the opportunity to shadow Dr. Ed Liebenthal who was a family friend and my dentist growing up. That started my interested and oriented my career trajectory toward dentistry. Fast forward 15 years and I have been blessed with the chance to work with Dr. Ed and his wife, Dr. Sue, for more than three years.

What is your fondest memory of your time at Detroit Mercy Dental?

I remember playing ping pong on the fourth floor during breaks from sim lab with the guys. It is a unique time in our lives when everyone around us has the same goals and the sense of community is so strong. We were all “in it together.”

What is your proudest professional moment since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

Continuing to progress in my surgical training. I enjoy being involved with larger and more complex cases that affect people and families on a larger scale.

What have you been doing since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

Since graduation in 2012, I completed a general practice residency at Miami Valley Hospital, then moved to southwest Michigan where I started working at Liebenthal Dental and the Van Buren Cass District Health Department. Two years ago, I was approached with chance to help start a dental clinic for Pokagon Health Services in Dowagiac, Michigan. Since opening, the clinic has grown to three dentists and four hygienists with hopes to expand to 18 chairs within a year or two.

What is the best advice you received while you were a student at Detroit Mercy?

Get involved in your community. It’s been great being able to use some of the gifts I’ve been given to contribute to our local community and dental community.

What is your proudest professional moment since graduation from Detroit Mercy?

I was asked to be the nominee to represent the 9th district on the Council on Ethics, Bylaws and Judicial Affairs for the American Dental Association.

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Gabe Holdwick, D.D.S., ‘14 Gabriel B. Holdwick, D.D.S., P.C. Harbor Beach, MI

Daniel Miller D.D.S., ‘14

NYU Lutheran Southern California Pediatric Resident San Diego, CA

What have you been doing since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

Why did you choose dentistry as your profession?

Following graduation, I completed a one-year general practice residency at Palmetto Health-Richland in Columbia, South Carolina. While there, it became obvious to me that Michigan was calling me home. Upon completion of my GPR, I bought a general practice from a retiring dentist in my hometown. It has been over a year and I could not be happier with how life has been treating me.

I never saw myself working a nine to five in a cubicle; I need to have interaction with people. Being a dentist allows that, but also helps people. Often times in other areas of medicine, you manage conditions, but do not get to see instant results whereas completing an anterior composite shows instant results.

What is the best advice you received while you were a student at Detroit Mercy?

Some of the wisest advice I received was from the late Dr. Ed Snella. He encouraged us to not view our practices as “gold mines,” but instead as a “savings account,” where the more you invest in your patients by providing quality care and always doing the right thing, (not necessarily the easiest or the cheapest) the more successful your dental career will be. Now that I own my own office, Dr. Snella’s words make more sense than ever.

What is your proudest professional moment since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

What have you been doing since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

After graduation, I completed a one-year general practice residency at St. Vincent Charity Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio. After residency, I worked most of the week at a private pediatric office just south of Cleveland. I split time on Fridays as a part-time faculty at my former GPR and back at Detroit Mercy in the pediatric department. I am currently in my first year of pediatric residency at NYU Lutheran Southern California.

What is the best advice you received while you were a student at Detroit Mercy?

“Go to the ASDA meeting, they have free pizza!” This was a lighthearted comment from an upper classman, but it made a My proudest professional moment was my first day at my office. huge impact. It was about my first month of dental school and I could very easily have been consumed by studying. However, The road to employment was many years in the making, and after that one meeting I caught the ASDA fever and became a there were many times along that journey where an actual job huge supporter of organized dentistry and involved myself in seemed so far away. When it happened, it seemed surreal. I many organizations. I cannot imagine my time in dental school have known many of my patients for most of my life and they have supported me extensively along the way. Their kind words without those organizations…and pizza. of congratulations in those early days made the experience that much sweeter.

What is your proudest professional moment

since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

Any time a parent tells me “Thank you, you are so good at what you do” is my proudest moment. I do not think that will ever get old.

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Courtney Pike, D.D.S. ‘11 Pike Dentistry Auburn, MI

Michael Rondinelli, D.D.S. ‘12 Group Practice London, Ontario

What have you been doing since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

What have you been doing since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

Upon graduation, I was an associate in a few private practices.

Then I decided I wanted to open my own office, building it from the ground-up. It is a very rewarding feeling to be able to design and implement how the office is set-up and run. I like using new technology to teach patients more about their oral health, and I like being able to spend time with them and get to know them.

Upon graduating from Detroit Mercy Dental, I returned back north of the border. In my first four years of practice I have accumulated a group of five dental offices from London to Windsor, Ontario with expansion plans for several more by the end of 2017. With a staff of over 50 people and six associate doctors, delivering quality and patient-focused dentistry remains the primary goal of all the offices under my name. With the dental field changing, my goal is to expand my operations so that I know the public is being served by a dentist who is caring, kind and compassionate to their needs.

What is the best advice you received while you were a student at Detroit Mercy?

Drs. Palanci and Parent gave me some of the best advice about the business of being a dentist. Dental school teaches you everything you need to know clinically, but very little about management, financing and insurance. To this day, I still go to them for advice. This one also stuck with me: Trying to fit a lower denture is like putting socks on a rooster.

What is your fondest memory of your time at Detroit Mercy Dental?

On our first day in clinic, I paired up with my friend Morgan in the emergency clinic. We had an older patient who was very fearful, and had an elaborate medical history. She was concerned that she had oral cancer. We did an exam and it was confirmed by the faculty that she did not. She was so happy that she got up and hugged us and told us how thankful she was. That was one of the moments I knew I made the right decision, that being a dentist, we can change people’s lives and make a positive impact on them.

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What is the best advice you received while you were a student at Detroit Mercy?

Dr. Parent always embraced my ambitions. When I was done with my requirements early, he set me up to work full-time at a local community health clinic for my last six months in dental school. He pushed me to become better and never let me waste any of my clinical experience time. He would always take the time to look over practice appraisals I was interested in. It was nice to have a mentor who can read you and your ambitions and embrace them and move you forward.

Basam Shamo, D.D.S., ‘13 Private Practice Royal Oak, MI

Jennifer Destrampe, R.D.H., ‘09 Commerce Village Dentist South Lyon, MI

What is your proudest professional moment since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

What have you been doing since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

My proudest moment since graduating from Detroit Mercy was being nominated for the third year in a row by my patients for the Metro Parent Magazine Mom Approved Doctor. My passion for dentistry sparked at a young age and it grows more and more every day when I see how grateful my patients are with the services I provide them.

After an early graduation from Detroit Mercy in March 2009, I immediately left Michigan to start my deployment to Iraq. I spent a year over seas, returned to finish my military obligations and was honorably discharged in January 2011.

Since then, I have started a family and now have a four-year-old old daughter and a son who is seven months.

What is the best advice you received while you were a student at Detroit Mercy?

What is the best advice you received while you were a student at Detroit Mercy?

Treat all your patients as if they were your family and always exceed the standard of care.

The best advice I received was if I treated patients as they were my family, I would succeed.

What is your fondest memory of your time at Detroit Mercy Dental?

What is your fondest memory of your time at Detroit Mercy Dental?

My fondest memory was spending time with my classmates.

We had a great class that made my experience at Detroit Mercy an amazing one!

My fondest memory was the special graduation ceremony held for me since I was graduating before my classmates. It was such an honor that all my classmates, the dental hygiene staff, dental staff and Dean Aksu were there. It was a very emotional day for me and I was so thankful my family could see my graduate.

What is an interesting fact about you?

I was born in Baghdad, Iraq. My family moved to the United States when I was 15. Ever since, I have always strived to do more with the opportunities I am given. I have also travelled a lot since graduating from dental school, and learning about different cultures has helped me be a better clinician and understand people’s needs from a different perspective.

What is your proudest professional moment since graduating from Detroit Mercy?

My proudest professional moments are when my patients request to see me again. To me that is the biggest compliment as a dental hygienist.

What is an interesting fact about you?

I married my high school sweetheart who also served in the military. He served two tours to Iraq.

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STUDENT NEWS

Detroit Mercy Dental Welcomes Two New Classes Excitement and energy filled the school over the summer months as we welcomed the Dental Hygiene Class of 2018 and Dental Class of 2020.

Dental Hygiene students joined us in May and quickly got off to a great start. Two weeks into the program, the DH1 students volunteered as patient ambassadors and translators during the Michigan Dental Association’s Mission of Mercy event held at Macomb Community College. It is wonderful to witness their early commitment to the profession and compassion for patients. We foresee a bright future for this group!

Dental Class of 2020

In August, we orientated the incoming class of dental students with a full week of important information critical to the successful transition into professional school.

While plenty of business was accomplished, we also made time for fun! Orientation week included social events including food trucks, a rooftop party overlooking the Detroit skyline, and the inaugural Who’s Who at the Zoo, a student/alumni mixer.

The annual White Coat Ceremony was held for both classes on Sunday, August 20.

DID YOU KNOW?

Dental Hygiene Class of 2018

CLASS SIZE:

145 STUDENTS Interested in Mentoring a Student?

If you are interested in becoming an alumni mentor to current Detroit Mercy dental students please contact Kimberly Raleigh at kimberly.raleigh@udmercy.edu

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Class of 2020 Demographic Profile STATISTICS:

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STUDENT NEWS

Detroit Mercy - Dental Class of 2020 Legacy Connections Class of 2020 Dental Students Noor Abraham

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Omar I. Aref

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Nicholas J. Barone

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Kamil Abraham, Class of 2017

Sarah Aref, D.D.S. ‘13

Mark J. Barone, D.D.S. ‘83

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James V. Barone, Sr., D.D.S. ‘49

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James V. Barone, Jr., D.D.S. ‘79

GREAT UNCLE

William S. Barone, D.D.S. ‘55

Christopher G. Chekay

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Madison Fantin

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Margaret M. Gordinier

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Binh L. Ha

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Dina M. Murad

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Angela C. Panagos

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Brenda Chekay, D.D.S. ‘95

Kyle Regnier, Class of 2019 COUSIN-

Michael Napolitano, D.D.S. ‘81

Stephen Napolitano, D.D.S. ‘10

Jennifer Kerr, D.D.S. ‘10

Cam Ha, Class of 2019

Saad Murad, D.D.S. ‘93 AUNT -

Olga Panagos-Stathis, D.D.S. ‘88

Chris Panagos, D.D.S. ‘83 UNCLE-

Michael Kostakos D.D.S. ‘83

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Sejal J. Patel

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Alec H. Pelc

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Albert Quan

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Timothy J. Schafer

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Jeffrey J. Stephen

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Ryley Tolman

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Nisha D. Patel, D.D.S. ‘14

Carl Piontkowski, D.D.S. ‘90

Thomas Quan, Class of 2019

Crystal Schafer, Class of 2017

Mark Luvisotto, D.D.S. ‘03

Robert Sefcik, Class of 2019

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Gregory Luvisotto, D.D.S. ‘07

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Robert Gryebet, D.D.S. ‘83

STUDENT NEWS

Class of 2018 Hygiene Students Herschel Ungar

MOTHER-

Leah Herman Ungar, R.D.H. ‘78

Sarah Adams

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Zeinab Farhat

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Michele Roy, R.D.H. ‘90

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Marc Roy, D.D.S. ‘91

Samar Farhat, R.D.H. ‘11

Alumni & Donor Scholarships 2016 - 2017 Academic Year DEMLER H. EICHLER SCHOLARSHIP FUND

ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP George Bork................... DS4................... $2,000 Alison Tseng.................. DS4................... $2,000 CHARLES DEFEVER SCHOLARSHIP David Weishuhn.............. DS4................... $1,750 COOPER DENTAL SCHOLARSHIP Tatum Miles................... DS4................... $1,000

Alexis Georgoff............... DS1................... $1,000 Kadie Koolwick............... DS1................... $1,000 Jae Ha Kim..................... DS2................... $1,000 Salwan Khudhur.............. DS2................... $1,000 Eden Hadte.................... DS3................... $1,000 Abdullah Mahmud........... DS3................... $1,000 Kelly Pohlman................. DS4................... $1,000 Lonnita Coulter............... DS4................... $1,000 ELIAS FLOYD DELTA SIGMA DELTA SCHOLARSHIP

Kelly Fenn ..................... DS3................... $1,500 COTMAN EXPENDABLE SCHOLARSHIP Jonathan Zora................ DS3................... $2,000 Steven Baltjes................ DS3................... $1,000 DEAN’S CIRCLE SCHOLARSHIP

Cody Hawkes.................. DS1................... $2,000 Clara Poparod-Shaw........ DS1................... $2,000 Rajpreet Grover............... DH1................... $2,000 Navneet Somal............... DH1................... $2,000 Janine Matos................. DS2................... $2,000 Jeremy Zaluski............... DS2................... $2,000 Karissa Burgos............... DS3................... $2,000 Kelly Fenn...................... DS3................... $2,000 Alexandra Maring............ DS4................... $2,000 Joshua Lange................. DS4................... $2,000 DELTA DENTAL FUND

Anela Cuforovic............... DS1................... $1,000 Tanner Trombley.............. DS1................... $1,000

HOBAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Terlicia Winston.............. DH2................... $1,250 Soha Shamas................ DS3................... $1,250 Candice Sargindo........... DH2................... $1,250 MOSLEY DENTAL SCHOLARSHIP Arielle Golden................. DS3................... $2,000 STRICKER ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP Horacio Falcon................ DS4................... $2,250

DID YOU KNOW?

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Alumni kids are eligible for scholarships!

Dependent children of alumni are eligible for an undergraduate alumni scholarship of $1,000 per year, for a maximum of $4,000 over four years. Learn more at www.community.udmercy.edu/benefits.

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The first dental class is accepted at University of Detroit with a campus located on Jefferson and the pathway that is now the Chrysler Freeway

University of Detroit is established with a campus at Livernois and Six Mile Road (McNichols) in Detroit

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Investing in the Future University of Detroit Mercy has a clear purpose: to provide an excellent, student-centered education in an urban setting, guided by the values of the Society of Jesus and the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas.

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In 1990, the merge between University of Detroit and Mercy College of Detroit created the thriving institution we are today.

However, over the past 25 we have witnessed and been effected by many societal and cultural changes that inevitably occur over time. While the University has maintained strong traditions and alumni commitment, now was the time to direct our focus to the future and invest in better understanding how we are perceived by stakeholders.

This branding initiative was a major objective of the University’s strategic plan to help position itself for a progressive and forward-thinking future to attract an ever‐ increasing and diverse student base. The goal was to hone in on the University’s unique personality and values, and to reflect each of these in our brand.

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Brand Research Study The process began in fall 2015 when the University undertook an extensive brand research study conducted by BD&E, a strategic branding and communications firm with a specialization in higher education. From October through December 2015, the firm met with University alumni and donors, prospective undergraduate students, current students, and faculty and staff. Additionally, local community leaders and prospective employers were consulted. Through a series of surveys, interviews, and focus groups, BD&E focused on what each of these stakeholders perceived about the University’s reputation, name, location, Catholic identity, and alumni engagement.

Study Results

“We are reinforcing

Upon compiling a considerable amount of research, stakeholders revealed a series of key themes. We learned these groups had positive perceptions about the University’s academic excellence, reputation, service to the community, students’ access to real-world experience, small class sizes and personal approach, and Catholic identity. Stakeholders expressed concerns about the location, and thus, the safety of the University, as well as cost of attendance.

our distinctiveness and urban mission “ - President Antoine M. Garibaldi, Ph.D.

Research findings helped to guide the strategic and creative phase of the rebrand including a new logo, second reference, brandline, and slight color change. The new brand was revealed Thursday, September 15, at the Celebrate Spirit! program and Mass attended by the University community.

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“We are reinforcing our distinctiveness and urban mission,” said President Antoine M. Garibaldi, Ph.D. “Detroit Mercy is and has been recognized as a great University for more than a century, and this new brand emphasizes its unique characteristics, vitality and commitment to the future of the city of Detroit at this pivotal time in its history.”

The Rebrand Logo The University will have a new logo with a more collegiate look that links to its long history. It is inspired by the popular old English D, which was used for a time by University of Detroit. The combination of the “D” in red and the “M” in blue, honors the traditions of both founding schools; together they create a thriving institution and are stronger together than individually.

Second Reference While research revealed stakeholders had a positive perception of the University’s name, many references in which stakeholders use to acknowledge the University presented an identity issue. It became clear the use of acronyms prevented the University from being easily recognized, while other references did not accurately reflect its name. Many feel the full name best represents the history and identity of the institution, particularly, a connection to Detroit. Therefore, the second reference further embraces these attributes and proudly articulates a unique identity.

As shorthand, the University will begin to refer to itself as Detroit Mercy. Detroit Mercy reflects pride in its city and its values, emphasizing a strong connection to Detroit and the city’s revitalization.

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It is short, specific and memorable. It accentuates the ties between the University and the city, and honors the consolidation between University of Detroit and Mercy College of Detroit. The law and dental schools will be referred to as Detroit Mercy Law and Detroit Mercy Dental, respectively.

Brandline To reflect the educational experience, the University offers students and its role in the city’s revitalization, the University will implement a more aspirational brand line: Build A Boundless Future.

The word “build” ties the University to Detroit’s legacy as a city that builds things and alludes to Detroit Mercy’s important role in helping revitalize Detroit. Most importantly, it speaks to the hopes of current and future students, and points out the role of faculty and administration in giving students the tools they need to build a boundless future for themselves and the city of Detroit.

The brandline for the School of Dentistry will continue to be; Advancing Dental Knowledge. Advancing Dental Care.

Colors To freshen the overall look of the brand and serve as better compliments to each other, the colors were slightly altered.

You will notice the red hue was deepened, but the blue remained the same.

Be a Brand Ambassador!

We appreciate your enthusiasm about our new changes and hope you will help us spread the good word. Feel free to share information about the brand process with peers, colleagues, former classmates, friends and family.

We are excited about the future generations of students and alumni to experience the tradition of such a wonderful institution as well as embrace our progressive perspective and associate with a fresh look.

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For more information on the new brand, visit www.udmercy.edu/brand

Detroit Mercy Dental Adopts New Mission and Vision Statements In 2016, Detroit Mercy Dental began a new strategic planning process to help continue to guide our way through providing excellence in dental education. The plan will establish new organizational goals, explain why these goals are important, and develop steps to achieve these goals. In initial stages of the plan, we reviewed our current mission, vision and values statements with stakeholders and took these messages into account when generating more relevant statements to better reflect who we are and where we are going. We appreciate your participation and feedback, and are excited to present to you the newly adopted Detroit Mercy Dental vision and mission statements:

Vision

The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, in the Jesuit and Mercy tradition, through the integration of scholarly activity, evidence-based teaching, and service, fosters a forward thinking, inclusive learning environment committed to developing competent, socially and ethically sensitive healthcare professionals who are committed to patient care and community wellness.

The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry will be a leader in advancing health in a diverse and global society.

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DIVERSITY

New Office of Diversity and Inclusion Evolves from Dental Mercy Dental Growth Interim Director of Diversity and Inclusion Lola Lawal, M.A.

We are excited to announce that Detroit Mercy Dental has created the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI), evolving from the previous Office of Multicultural Affairs. The Office of Diversity of Inclusion is committed to embracing, respecting, and honoring the various forms of diversity within the School of Dentistry community.

As Detroit Mercy Dental programs continue to progress, our family of students, faculty, staff, and patients cultivate a wide array of racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, geographic, religious, gender, sexual orientation, (dis)ability, and other backgrounds reflective of a global society. The expanded effort is in response to the growth of the School of Dentistry, as well as our valued responsibility to provide leadership for a comprehensive educational unit.

ODI includes two full-time administrators: Interim Director of Diversity and Inclusion, Lola Lawal, M.A., and the Director of Diversity, Intercultural and Sponsored Programs, Rebecca Christensen, M.A., Ed.M., Ph.D. Together, they provide recruitment efforts, advising, programming, and intercultural competence training to meaningfully engaged diverse backgrounds and build an inclusive community that is culturally and socially sensitive to the needs of a global society.

SUPPORT DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION! MAIL: Make check payable to “University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry”; include in memo “Office of Diversity and Inclusion” ONLINE: Visit our secure giving site at www.community.udmercy.edu/donate/dental; under Specific Designation/Comments, include “Office of Diversity and Inclusion”

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Lola Lawal serves as the Interim Director of Diversity & Inclusion. In this role, Lola works to implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy for meeting enrollment goals in collaboration with the Office of Admissions. Lola is responsible for student advising, academic success programming, and educational support initiatives for underrepresented student populations. Lola has worked in Student Services at Detroit Mercy Dental since July 2014. Previously she served as an advisor for underrepresented and first generation college students in their pursuit of a post-secondary education. Lola completed her undergraduate degree in Political Science at the University of Michigan and her M.A. in Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education from Michigan State University.

Director of Diversity, Intercultural & Sponsored Programs Rebecca Christensen, M.A., Ed.M., Ph.D. Rebecca Christensen serves as the Director of Diversity, Intercultural & Sponsored Programs. In this role, Rebecca works with grant-funded initiatives, pipeline program development, diversity and intercultural programming, and collaboration with faculty to enhance cultural competency education within the curriculum. Rebecca worked in higher education since 2005, with experience in several functional areas including career advising, academic advising, counseling, and has five years of experience specifically working in areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Rebecca completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology & Social Behavior at the University of California-Irvine and both an M.A and Ed.M. in Psychological Counseling from Columbia University. She also received her Ph.D. in Higher Education from the University of Michigan.

STUDENT NEWS

Improving Health by Being Healthy In a recent conversation, I was reminded of a line in my personal statement on my applications to dental school. It reads

“By providing unbiased, quality dental care and being an active member in the community, I believe I can do my part to improve health in today’s society.�

Ryan Rivamonte D.D.S. Class of 2018 Detroit Mercy Dental Fit Club, President USA Triathlon All-American triathlete Competed in Ironman World Championships in 2012 and 2013 Fastest male at the 2016 Fight for Air Climb

I have always made fitness an integral component to my life and when I decided to be a dentist, I made a commitment to myself to be a practitioner who sets an example of health for my patients. In dentistry, we are predisposed to neck and back injury due to sustained poor posture while working. Furthermore, health and fitness are sometimes put to the wayside due to other stressors that take up our time.

When we take care of ourselves and find time to exercise, we are happier and stronger, which ultimately allows us to better serve our patients.

When I walked into the University of Detroit Mercy as a first-year dental student, I was eager to share this mindset with my classmates, and the Fit Club offered the opportunity. Today, as a third year, I am the president of a club that stands for personal achievement, group camaraderie, and community involvement. Our mission is to inspire

our dental community by incorporating enjoyable and meaningful fitness into life. We do this by providing encouraging and challenging weekly workouts which pump endorphins and increase kinship. In the past year, members have competed in obstacle course challenges and local 5k and 10k races supporting various causes, including opioid overprescribing awareness.

Our greatest success was when we united our dental community to scale 71 floors of the Renaissance Center for the Fight for Air Climb in Detroit. Last year, a 42-member team of students, faculty, alumni, friends and family raised over $5,000 to support the American Lung Association in lung disease research and patient programs. It was an amazing experience to see everyone pushing themselves and rally behind a cause that we, as dental care providers, see in our patients every day.

We are currently training for the 2017 Fight for Air Climb, which will take place February 27. I would like to personally invite you to join our team, be part of an amazing experience, and help us raise even more funds than last year. Together, we each can climb to new heights and give back to our community suffering from lung disease. I hope to see you there!

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Faculty in the News

Pamela Zarkowski was selected to receive the 2017 ADEA Gies Award for Achievement as a Dental Educator

Dr. Sanjay Chand presents at Annual OSAP Conference in June 2016

Professor Pamela Zarkowski to Receive 2017 ADEA Gies Award

Dr. Sanjay Chand Presents at Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention Annual ...

Conference

We warmly congratulate Provost and Academic Vice President, Pamela Zarkowski who has been selected to receive the prestigious 2017 ADEA Gies Award for Achievement as a Dental Educator. Winners of the 2017 Gies Awards were selected from a record number of nominations this year; all honorees were chosen by a distinguished panel of judges consisting of the ADEAGies Foundation Board of Trustees. The Gies Awards, named after dental education pioneer William J. Gies, Ph.D., debuted in 2008 and are the profession’s preeminent recognition for individuals and organizations that exemplify the highest standards in oral health and dental education, research and leadership. The 2017 Gies Awards will be presented on March 20 at a highly anticipated ceremony to be held in conjunction with the 2017 ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition in Long Beach, CA.

Sanjay Chand, M.D., clinical associate professor and director of Infection Control presented at the Annual Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) Conference in San Diego, California on June 2-5; OSAP is a global leader in safety and infection control. Dr. Chand’s compliance brief, titled “Parasitic Infections and the Dental Patient,” included an overview and the chain of infection of common parasitic infections in the dental practice.

He also provided CDC guidelines for prevention and management of such infections, and identified strategies to prevent transmission in the dental practice. The presentation included detailed discussion of patient case vignettes which allowed for input from other providers and infection control coordinators throughout North America.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT Michael Pyatenko D.D.S. ‘91 Pursues Forensic Dentistry Now Serves as Reserve Deputy Earlier this year, Michael Pyatenko D.D.S. ‘91, fulfilled the requirements of the Police Reserves Officer Training for Livingston County where he will serve as a Reserve Deputy. Dr. Pyatenko became associated with the Livingston County Sheriff’s Department in the mid-1990s. He began serving as a jail dentist providing dental care to the inmate population of the correctional facility. Eventually Dr. Pyatenko became an on-call investigator for cases that required dental analysis for identification purposes. Recently in his role, he was chosen to present a local scout with an Eagle Scout Award.

Dr. Pyatenko was chosen by the Sheriff and one of the county commissioners as a department representative because he, too, is an Eagle Scout. Dr. Pyatenko is an active member of the Michigan Dental Association’s Forensic Dental Identification Team and the Michigan Mortuary Response Team. He also serves as full-time faculty at Detroit Mercy Dental.

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Crystal Becker happily accepts Detroit Mercy Dental ACE Award

Dr. Newness with Senator Peters in Washington D.C.

Crystal Becker Receives Detroit Mercy Dental’s ACE Award

Dr. Elmer Newness Advocates for Dental Education and Research

Mrs. Crystal Becker, administrative assistant, Department of Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences, was presented with the School’s ACE Award for consistently performing beyond the expectations of her job. Departmental faculty members say she “accepts nothing less than perfection …and consistently achieves work of the highest quality.”

We thank Crystal for demonstrating Detroit Mercy Dental values and standards of service and are happy to present her with this well-deserved award.

On September 13, Dr. E.J. Newness, interim assistant dean for Academic Administration and clinical assistant professor, travelled to Washington D.C., as part of his work as an ADEA Leadership Institute Class of 2017 Fellow. Newness met with U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-Michigan) on Capitol Hill. During the meeting, he advocated for budgetary appropriations for funding of National Institute for Dental and Craniofacial Research and Title VII Dental Education programs.

Julie Hamilton addresses the crowd at July 12 groundbreaking ceremony for Viola Liuzzo Playground

Dr. Joan Lewis represents field of dentistry for HPRC

Julie Hamilton Helps to Create Change on Detroit’s Northwest Side

Dr. Joan Lewis Appointed to State of Michigan’s Health Professional Recovery Committee

Julie Hamilton, personal counselor and wellness coordinator, has been working with the Viola Liuzzo Park Association for the past two years to restore the Viola Liuzzo Playground. The park on the northwest side of Detroit is in honor of civil rights hero, Viola Liuzzo, who was killed following the historic March from Selma to Montgomery in 1965. The committee, along with Mayor Mike Duggan, held a groundbreaking celebration on Tuesday, July 12; park plans include a walking path, playground, fitness equipment, pickle ball courts and more! Great job, Julie – we are so proud of you!

Joan Lewis, D.D.S., M.S.D., clinical associate professor, ... was recently appointed by the Michigan Board of Dentistry to the Health Professional Recovery Committee (HPRC).

The HPRC is intends to meet the needs of the health professions for a confidential, non-disciplinary approach to support recovery from substance use disorders or mental health disorders; it is designed to encourage health professionals to seek a recovery program before a condition harms a patient or is career damaging. Dr. Lewis will represent the field of dentistry for the HPRC. Since 2002, she has served on the MDA’s Care and Well-Being Committee, which has prepared her for this honorable appointment to the HPRC. W W W. D E N TA L . U D M E R C Y. E D U

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We Welcome New Full Time Detroit Mercy Dental Faculty Members...

DR. HUSSAIN ARBAB Clinical Assistant Professor

MS. JULIA CORDERO Clinical Instructor

Dr. Hussain Arbab earned his B.D.S. from the University of Health Sciences in Pakistan, as well as a M.S. in Dentistry and a graduate certificate in Periodontics from University of Louisville. Prior to joining the University, he served as a clinical assistant professor at University of Louisville. Dr. Arbab teaches in the Department of Periodontology and Dental Hygiene.

Ms. Julia Cordero earned both her B.A. in English and B.A. in Studio Art from Montclair State University as well as a certificate in Anterior and posterior anatomy, edentulous anatomy and dentures, and metal framework design from Lancaster County Career and Technology Center and ToothSmiths Dental Lab. Prior to joining us, Ms. Cordero worked as a dental technician in Alabama.

Ms. Cordero teaches in the Department of Restorative Dentistry.

DR. YUNG-TING HSU Clinical Assistant Professor

DR. NAN-CHIEH HUANG Clinical Assistant Professor

Dr. Yung-Ting Hsu received her D.D.S., M.D.Sc. and certificate in Periodontics from Kaohsiung Medical University in Taiwan, and a M.S. and certificate in Peridontics/IV Sedation from University of Michigan. Prior to joining us, she served as a visiting clinical assistant professor at Indiana University. Dr. Hsu teaches in the Department of Periodontology and Dental Hygiene.

Dr. Nan-Chieh Huang earned his D.D.S., M.D.Sc. and certificate in Prosthodontics from Kaohsiung Medical University in Taiwan, a certificate in Prosthodontics from University of Michigan, and a M.S.D in Dental Materials from Indiana University. Prior to joining us, Dr. Huang served as teaching assistant at Indiana University. Dr. Huang teaches in the Department of Restorative Dentistry.

DR. ANA JANIC Clinical Assistant Professor Dr. Ana Janic received both her D.D.S. and M.S. in Periodontics from the University of Detroit Mercy. Prior to joining the School, she served as an adjunct clinical assistant professor at University of Michigan and owned a private practice.

Dr. Janic teaches in the Department of Periodontology and Dental Hygiene.

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DR. KAREN JONES Clinical Assistant Professor Dr. Karen Jones received her D.D.S. from University of Michigan. Dr. Jones has been with the School of Dentistry since 2012. Prior to joining the School full-time, she practiced general dentistry in Livonia.

Dr. Jones now teaches full-time in the Department of Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences.

DR. RAFAEL PACHECO Assistant Professor

DR. MICHAEL PYATENKO Clinical Assistant Professor

Dr. Rafael Pacheco received his D.D.S., M.S., and Ph.D. from State University of Campinas in Brazil. Prior to joining us, Dr. Pacheco served as a teaching intern at State University of Campinas. Dr. Pacheco teaches full-time in the Department of Restorative Dentistry.

Dr. Michael Pyatenko received his D.D.S. from University of Detroit. Dr. Pyatenko has been with the School of Dentistry since 2015. Prior to joining the School full-time, he worked as a forensic investigator and maintained private practice for 25 years. Dr. Pyatenko now teaches full-time in the Department of Restorative Dentistry.

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DR. TARIK SHOUNIA Clinical Assistant Professor Dr. Tariq Shounia earned his B.D.S. from University of Baghdad, M.S. from University of London, and D.D.S. from University of Detroit Mercy. Prior to joining us, Dr. Shounia served as faculty and an administrator at the University of ALMustansiria. He has been with the School of Dentistry since 2009 where he will now serve as Director of the UDM Pediatric Mobile Clinical Program in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry.

MS. MAUREEN VANHOOK Clinical Assistant Professor Ms. Maureen VanHook received her B.S. in Dental Hygiene from the University of Detroit Mercy and her M.S. in Dental Hygiene from University of Michigan. She has been with the School of Dentistry as a part-time faculty member since 2012. Prior to joining the School full-time, she practiced dental hygiene in Canton and served as a clinical research study examiner at University of Michigan.

Ms. VanHook also serves as Director of the Division of Dental Hygiene in the Department of Periodontology and Dental Hygiene.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT Jonathan P. Wiens, D.D.S. ’73, M.S. Receives the Distinguished Service Award at 2016 Academy of Prosthodontics At the March 2016 annual meeting of the Academy of Prosthodontics held in Palm Springs, California, Dr. Jonathan P. Wiens, received the Distinguished Service Award. This is the highest honor and award any individual can receive from the Academy, in recognition of outstanding contributions and achievements in Prosthodontics and exemplary service to the Academy of Prosthodontics. Only 11 recipients have been given this award since inception. Dr. Wiens is currently a clinical professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at the University of Detroit Mercy and is the attending maxillofacial prosthodontist at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Wiens maintains a private practice in West Bloomfield, Michigan and is an ACP past president.

DR. ZHENG ZHOU Associate Professor Dr. Zheng Zhou earned his D.D.S. from West China University and his Ph.D. from Sichuan University in China. Prior to joining us, Dr. Zhou worked as a research scientist as Emory University.

Dr. Zhou teaches in the Department of Periodontology and Dental Hygiene.

DR. BENJAMIN UNDERWOOD Clinical Instructor Dr. Benjamin Underwood earned his D.D.S. from University of Detroit Mercy.

Prior to joining us, Dr. Underwood has been with the School of Dentistry since 2015. Prior to joining the School full-time, he practiced general dentistry in Warren.

Dr. Underwood now teaches full-time in the Department of Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences.

DR. ABED YAKAN Clinical Assistant Professor Dr. Abed Yakan earned his D.D.S. from University of Aleppo in Syria, as well as a M.S., diploma of higher studies, and Ph.D. in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Damascus University. Prior to joining us, Dr. Yakan served as professor at University of Aleppo. Dr. Yakan teaches in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT Dental Class of 2001 Plans 15-Year Reunion in Chicago In August, the D.D.S. Class of 2001 travelled to Chicago to celebrate a 15-year class reunion.

Of the 76 graduates, 25 attended to catch-up and reconnect. It is great to see the close bond between classmates that has remained strong long after graduation.

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OUTREACH

New Wayne County Healthy Communities Partnership

Detroit Mercy Dental faculty, staff and students operate the WCHC partner clinic.

Detroit Mercy Dental students, faculty and staff will be bringing oral health care to underserved communities thanks to a new partnership with Wayne County Healthy Communities (WCHC).

Fourth-year dental students and second-year dental hygiene students provide the services under the supervision of Detroit Mercy Dental faculty. Staff will manage and run the clinic.

Divesh Byrappagari, director of the division of Dental Public Health and Outreach and an assistant professor of oral health and integrated care, says everybody wins with the partnership.

Wayne County Healthy Communities is a federally funded organization that operates health centers in Wayne County offering a wide range of services. Dental services, which began in late August, are new; the School of Dentistry donated the dental chairs.

“This meets our service mission,” Byrappagari said.

“We will be working with underserved populations and this is a good educational experience for our students.

And, of course, the patients will get quality care.”

WCHC has clinics in several Wayne County communities, and Byrappagari said the University hopes to provide dental services in all of them.

Goodfellows Grant Awards Outreach Programs Detroit Mercy Dental’s community outreach programs for children in underserved communities got a boost with a $20,000 grant from the Old Newsboys’ Goodfellow Fund of Detroit. The School of Dentistry Pediatric Clinic will receive $5,000 of the grant and the remaining $15,000 is earmarked for mobile programs.

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Detroit Mercy Dental Collaborates with Special Olympics Special Smiles Program

Prof. Marguerite Buehner Special Needs Coordinator, clinical associate professor (L), and Prashanth Haribabu, affiliate assistant professor (R) , provide care to Special Olympics athlete.

Various faculty members performed oral screenings at Special Olympics Special Smiles (SOSS) during the Michigan Special Olympics Summer Games on June 3-4 at Central Michigan University.

Founded by Alpha Omega in 1993, SOSS advocates on behalf of the special needs population. The Alpha Omega Chapter at Detroit Mercy Dental has participated in the

Summer Games and other similar events in the past.

Detroit Mercy Dental has taken this participation a step further to develop an official partnership with SOSS. The Division of Dental Public Health and Outreach is actively writing grants which would support our Special Needs Clinic by fostering a dental home for Summer Games athletes.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT Three Detroit Mercy Alumni Named Leaders in Organized Dentistry . Larry DeGroat, D.D.S. ’73, of South Lyon, Michigan, was named president of the Michigan Dental Association (MDA) at the association’s 160th annual session which took place in Novi, recently. Dr. DeGroat has dental offices in Bingham Farms. A member of MDA since 1974, he was most recently MDA president-elect and previously vice president. . Robert Tremblay, D.D.S. ’76, of Rochester, Michigan, was named secretary/treasurer of the Michigan Dental Association. Dr. Tremblay served on the MDA board of trustees and as a delegate for the 9th District to the American Dental Association House of Delegates. Tremblay is a general dentist in Huntington Woods. . Stephan Harris, D.D.S., ’83, of Farmington Hills was named a delegate to the American Dental Association.

Larry DeGroat, D.D.S. ’73

Congratulations to these leaders in organized dentistry!

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RESEARCH

Explorations in Dentistry Attracts Undergraduates from Great Distances

Explorations in Dentistry brings learning experiences to the sim lab.

Detroit Mercy Dental has developed a robust Academic Leadership Program for dental and dental hygiene students. The research arm of the program is the Student Research Program, and the teaching arm is called Explorations in Dentistry. Explorations in Dentistry is one of the few programs in U.S. dental schools that exposes the dental and dental hygiene student to academic dentistry as a career option. The program has received significant support from Dean Mert Aksu and is beginning to receive national attention.

Under the faculty mentorship of Michelle Wheater, assistant dean for Research and Scholarly Achievement, and Kathi Shepherd, assistant dean for Educational Development and Assessment, Explorations provides students interested in academic dentistry the opportunity to design and present didactic and laboratory active learning experiences to pre-dental undergraduates.

The program is designed so students will enter the Explorations program at the level of floater and progress to bench instructor, then module leader currently Mahmoud El

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Program leader, Rami Nazarian, introduces Explorations in Dentistry 2016

Shaer is module leader, Joshua Lange is bench instructor leader, and Rami Nazarian is program leader; all students are DS4s. Since its inception in 2011, about 65 dental and dental hygiene students have participated in Explorations as student teachers; six are former or current faculty at Detroit Mercy Dental.

When the first Explorations in Dentistry course was offered, participants were primarily Detroit Mercy predental students. In 2016, students attended from Schoolcraft College, Oakland University, Wayne State University, University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University. Additionally, there are three participants from Windsor, Ontario, who cross the border to take advantage of Exploration in Dentistry. We also had a participant from Chicago. who drove to Detroit every other Thursday to participate in the program!

To date, 256 undergraduates have completed the program.

Many current dental students completed Explorations, and some have come full circle to now be teachers in the program.

RESEARCH

Student Participates in Dr. Krukonis Mentors for Dentsply Sirona Student ReBUILDetroit Summer Clinician Research Program Research Program

Abraham Khanafer presented at the 2016 ADA annual session in Denver

Dr. Krukonis (R) with DS2 Jonathan Zora (L) , undergraduate Christina Jones (R), and research team

The Student Clinicians/American Dental Association (SCADA) program provides an opportunity for one student from each accredited dental school in the United States to participate in a national research competition. Each school determines the selection process and, after an internal competition, Abraham Khanafer, DS4, was chosen to represent Detroit Mercy Dental at the 2016 ADA annual session in Denver. Khanafer provided a presentation titled “An Uncommon Presentation of Peripheral Calcifying Epithelial Odontogenic Tumor with a Comprehensive and up-to-date Review of Literature” in the category of clinical application and techniques to a panel of qualified judges. Dentsply Sirona is the sponsor of this program and funds all program-related awards and expenses.

Over the summer, Dr. Eric Krukonis, his research assistant and a laboratory technician spent seven weeks mentoring Detroit Mercy undergraduate, Christina Jones, as part of the University’s ReBUILDetroit Summer Research Program. In September, Jones presented her research at the 2016 Midwest Microbial Pathogenesis Conference at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

“I was proud to bring Ms. Jones to the conference and to share her work. She impressed many with her ability to describe her project in great detail. It is a true testament to the quality of the ReBUILDetroit research experience,” said Krukonis. Second year dental student, Jonathan Zora, also attended the conference and presented his work on bacterial virulence gene regulation as part of the Student Research Program.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT Barry A. Feder, D.D.S. ‘72 Installed as International President of the Pierre Fauchard Academy Detroit Mercy Dental congratulates Dr. Barry Feder who was installed as the International President of the Pierre Fauchard Academy (PFA) in Denver at the 2016 American Dental Association’s Annual Meeting in October. PFA recognizes and grows leaders in the dental profession, their communities and society. Dr. Feder is a retired Lieutenant Colonel from the United States Army, a member of International College of Dentists, American College of Dentists, Pierre Fauchard Academy, Academy of General Dentistry, and Alpha Omega with a vast background of service in organized dentistry.

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GIVING

Impact of Giving Rami Nazarian, Class of 2017 Rami Nazarian said he had a great deal of help getting to where he is and that’s why he plans to give back.

In 2009, he came to the United States with his parents, seeking asylum from troubles in the Middle East. He had a few years of university education at home, and though he spoke three languages, English wasn’t one of them. But Rami was determined, and if he had to start from scratch, he would. The product of Catholic education in his home countries, Rami wanted to attend a Catholic college.

That’s what brought him to University of Detroit Mercy. He dived right in, working with the Institute for Leadership and Service where he developed a program—with efficacy metrics—to help enhance students’ public speaking skills.

Rami Nazarian D.D.S. Class of 2017 Detroit Mercy Dental ADEA, vice-president, former treasurer Student Professional & Ethics Association, President, former Chair of Outreach Christian Dental Association, vice-president

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You can use our website to advance your professional career!

Search job, outreach and residency opportunities or browse a list of office spaces available for purchase or lease. Our sources are located throughout the country, some international. Check weekly to see what types of new opportunities may suit your career path!

For more information, visit: www.dental.udmercy.edu/resources/opportunities

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After earning a bachelor’s degree at in Biology in 2013 at Detroit Mercy, he began the process of applying to dental schools. But Rami felt his English still wasn’t strong enough to do well with the demanding curriculum. Detroit Mercy put him on the wait list, so he looked at other options and enrolled in another school, halfway across the country. Two weeks into the semester, he got a call: University of Detroit Mercy had a spot for him.

“I didn’t know what to do,” he said. “I had a great experience at Detroit Mercy, but it would have meant a big loss if I left where I was,” he said.

“In the end, I wanted to be at a place that had a very reputable clinical experience, and I loved the environment at Detroit Mercy so I decided to come back.”

But it wasn’t easy: Rami worked night jobs as an interpreter in a hospital, at gas stations and party stores to repay family and friends who loaned him money so he could come back to Detroit. He remembers being so exhausted he once fell asleep during a test.

When his professor asked why he didn’t answer an entire section of the test, Rami explained his situation, and the professor allowed him to finish. It’s that kind of caring and help that Rami wants to repay.

“A lot of people helped me out along the way,” he said. “The lessons from my past have taught me that success is a combination of hard work and massive focus on few best opportunities. I am privileged to have earned the opportunity to serve communities with my colleagues, both local and abroad.”

Rami hopes to go into private practice and, later, choose a specialty. “It’s been tough, but I don’t regret coming back to Detroit Mercy,” he said.

GIVING

Tumbling Teeth Provide Creative Giving for Detroit Mercy Dental

Dr. Demray and Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Board present the first donation to Dean Aksu.

If you ask William Demray, D.D.S. ‘75 why there are 3,333 molars tumbling out of the second-story windows of his dental office, he will provide you with this simple explanation: The Tooth Fairy needed a place to store all of the baby teeth she collected over the years; Dr. Demray offered to keep the teeth in a safe place, but eventually gathered so many, they began to spill out of the windows.

The real reason is that the 6-by-9-inch molars, welded into place on the side of his building this summer, are a public notice for an art competition sponsored by Preservation Dental, Dr. Demray’s practice. Dr. Demray sits on the alumni board of Detroit Mercy Dental and wanted to give back to his alma mater, thus implementing this creative approach to giving. The competition will raise funds for the Detroit Mercy Dental mobile clinic, Titans for Teeth, as well as celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month in February, when the art competition will be judged.

For a donation of $20, artists receive one of those 6-by9-inch molars in the mail to use as a canvas as they transform it into a creative masterpiece. Once returned, the art pieces are entered into competition.

The competition has gone international with teeth already sent to Illinois, Wisconsin, New York, Georgia, Florida, Alberta, Newfoundland and beyond.

Cascading teeth fall from Preservation Dental’s windows in downtown Northville.

In addition to raising funds, this initiative helps to get people excited about going to dental visits. “We want to show how cool dentists are,” said Dr. Demray. “We are fun people, too.”

People of all ages stop by to take photographs and ask questions about the installation. It has become a point of interest in downtown Northville, MI. We extend our greatest thanks to Dr. Demray and his staff for graciously planning an original, innovative and generous fundraiser and for positioning Detroit Mercy Dental as the honored recipient. We are looking forward to seeing all the wonderful entries for the art competition and celebrating a wonderful cause that benefits our students’ educational experiences, as well as local communities in need.

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DONOR HONOR ROLL The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry recognizes and thanks the following individual donors who contributed to the School between July 1, 2015 and June 30, 2016. $5,000 +

Dr. Mark R. Mortiere Dr. Mark T. Murphy

Dr. Dincer C. Gurun

Dr. Lyla N. Shounia

Dr. Mert N. Aksu

Dr. James W. Gusfa

Dr. Tarik Shounia

Mrs. Sherry A. Castle Boyer

Dr. Curt S. Ralstrom

Dr. Raymond C. Hahn

Dr. Ian M. Smith

Dr. Catherine M. Dinka

Ms. Mary A. Rashid

Dr. Houssein C. Harajli

Prof. Claudine M. Sordyl

Dr. John D. Dinka

Mr. Thomas W. Sklut

Dr. Nancy M. Hartzell

Dr. Edward J. Spyrka

Dr. Basim Dubaybo

Mrs. Eileen E. Sweeney

Dr. Alan R. Heller

Dr. Edward L. Spyrka

Dr. David Fireberg

Dr. Patrick L. Sweeney

Dr. Stephen J. Stefanac

Dr. Erik J. Hanby

Dr. Michael Szewczyk

Mrs. Mary M. Hoban Dr. G. Michael Kabot

Dr. Malik F. Hider

Dr. Nicole D. Teifer

Dr. John E. Kazanowski

Dr. Darlene A. Suchyta

Dr. Michael M. Hoen

Dr. Tymon C. Totte

Dr. Bruce E. Kennedy

Dr. Daman D. Thanik

Dr. Robert R. Kasper

Dr. Eugene Wu

Dr. Bassam M. Kinaia

Dr. Joel E. Toupin

Dr. Walter Knysz, Jr.

$1,000 - $1,876

Dr. Jonathan P. Wiens

Dr. Timothy F. Kosinski

Dr. Asmaa F. Abdel-Salam

Dr. Charles P. Zammit

Dr. William L. Krieg

Dr. Hanan Abouhassan

Prof. Pamela Zarkowski

Dr. Richard Kulbersh

Dr. Salwa Atwan

Prof. Carolynn A. Zeitz

Dr. Valmy Kulbersh

Dr. Alfred D. Austin, Jr.

Mr. Keith A. Zeitz

Prof. Judy A. Kwapis Jaeger

Dr. Philip Badalamenti

Dr. Patrick G. Latcham

Memorials/Honorariums

Dr. Sherif E. Badr

Mrs. Mary L. Lingle

Dr. David F. Blanden

Dr. Robert J. Lingle

In Memory of Dr. Frank M. Colombo

Dr. John P. Braud

Dr. Auday Maki

$2,500 - $4,999

Prof. Margaret E. Coleman

Dr. Martin J. Makowski

Dr. Michael Elftman

Mr. Mark M. Coleman

Dr. Matthew R. Maley

Dr. Jonathan H. Jacobs

Dr. A. Frank Corti

Dr. Murray Z. Malinoski

Dr. Carl G. Madion

Dr. Charlotte M. Cortis

Dr. Sohayla A. Mammo

Mrs. Diane Madion Dr. Eugene Pantera

Dr. Theodore Degenhardt III

Dr. Emmett J. Neville

Dr. Larry DeGroat

Dr. Richard J. Nykiel

Dr. John P. Warr

Dr. William S. Demray

Mrs. Dianne S. Orcutt

Mrs. Maria R. Warr

Dr. G. Bruce Douglas

In Memory of Mr. Edward F. Hoban

Dr. James R. Orcutt

Dr. Daryl L. Duncan

Mrs. Mary M. Hoban

$1,877 - $2,499

Dr. Jeffery L. Parent

Dr. Nicholas A. Fontana

Dr. Alyssa L. Cairo

Dr. Mary K. Parise

Dr. Gregory J. Franklin

In Memory of Dr. Arnold J. Kocsis

Dr. Teresa A. Gorski Szewczyk

Mr. Daniel J. Pierce

Mrs. Kathleen E. Frenchi

Ms. Nancy Birdsall

Mrs. Amy K. Ho

Mrs. Kimberly A. Raleigh

Dr. Mark E. Frenchi

Dr. David W. Ho

Dr. Timothy R. Saunders

In Memory of Mrs. Shirley Kocsis

Dr. Allen E. Godell

Dr. Gary E. Jeffers

Dr. Stanley J. Sczechowski

Ms. Nancy Birdsall

Dr. Victor L. Goldstein

Dr. Robert L. Legel

Dr. Sonal N. Shah

Ms. Pamela S. Smith

Dr. Joel Grand

Dr. Steven C. Legel

Prof. Kathi R. Shepherd

In Memory of Dr. H.J. Veryser

Dr. David P. Groth

Dr. Matthew L. Logan

Dr. Phillip J. Sheridan

Dr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Veryser

Dr. Arvind Gulati

Dr. Donald B. Sherman

Dr. Ghabi A. Kaspo Dr. Dina Khoury Dr. James W. Lepczyk Dr. Michelene R. Lepczyk Dr. Gary L. Masch Dr. Saad J. Murad Dr. James F. Sarcheck Dr. Daniel P. Sheridan Dr. Ali A. Sobh

Dr. James P. Stenger

Mrs. Teresa Snodgrass In Memory of Dr. Arnold L. Golnick Ms. Dana Nelson In Honor of Ms. Lauren T. Hallman Mr. and Mrs. Alec Jerome

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One Word: Unbelievable

Dr. Theodore Degenhardt III ‘79

In June, the Alumni Board was asked to participate in Detroit Mercy Dental’s strategic planning process. Each member was asked to bring two additional alumni to our meeting.

My guests included a recent graduate and a classmate of mine, Randy. After the meeting, those who were interested were given a tour of the dental school.

Our first stop of the tour was to the fourthyear clinic. Randy was surprised at the overall size of the clinic, as well as the amount of space for each operatory. The set-up was much different than what we experienced in our school days. There were no more carts operated by students to be pushed around to different areas of the clinic where we were to performed certain procedures.

“Unbelievable,” Randy said.

He looked at me in awe and said, “This has to be one of the top dental schools, in terms of facilities and availability of technology, in the country.

Currently, each student has the equivalent of his/her own private office equipped with a computer. A few students were in the clinic, so we were able to examine their equipment. They all wore loupes and used electric hand pieces, the dental chairs were new and modern; even their articulators looked space-age.

Next, we viewed the lecture rooms. They were well lit with terraced and comfortable seating.

Digital screens were displayed at the front of the room. Instructors used a variety of functions to provide flexibility in teaching approach. Also in the classroom building were private rooms to be used for small group-work or personal studying. Nice touch!

When Randy and I were in dental school, we spent the vast majority of our first two years in “308”. This is where we started with dental materials and dental anatomy, and continued through all of the other preclinical courses. The new “308” is the Sim Lab. There, students have counterspace twice the amount of what we had, and a computer screen mounted in front to watch the instructor’s presentation. The typodont is mounted inside of a mannequin head to simulate a real skull and students are taught to use mirrors prior to reaching the clinic floor. While Randy was impressed with the clinic, he absolutely loved the Sim Lab. “This is unbelievable!” Randy exclaimed.

Finally, I took Randy to the student lounge.

When he saw the weight room, ping-pong and foosball tables, and sitting area with comfortable chairs and couches, he had seen enough; it was a stark contrast to the locker room in the basement we once experienced.

He looked at me in awe and said, “This has to be one of the top dental schools, in terms of facilities and availability of technology, in the country.”

I wholeheartedly agreed.

If you have not yet had the opportunity to do so, please make time to tour the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. You, too, will see that it is unbelievable.

Sincerely, Ted Degenhardt III, D.D.S. ‘79 Alumni Board President

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C O N T I N U I N G E D U C AT I O N

Institute for Advanced Continuing Dental Education

2016 Course Offerings At-A-Glance

Friday, February 10

The ABC’s of Dental Trauma Management

Ahmad M. Fard, D.D.S., M.S. Anthony Neely, D.D.S., M.Dent.Sc., Ph.D. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On)

Susan Paurazas, D.D.S., M.S., M.H.S.A. Annette Skowronski, D.D.S. Livonia Marriott, Livonia 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

3 CEUs (Lecture)

Friday, February 17

Kimberly Raleigh, R.D.H. ‘01, M.H.S.A. ‘06 Director

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Let us be your source for evidence-based and clinically relevant courses to help you meet your life-long learning goals.

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Friday, February 3

Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Sedation for the Dental Hygienist and Registered Dental Assistant Joan Lewis, D.D.S., M.S.D. Lynne Morgan, R.D.H., M.S. Claudine Sordyl, R.N., M.S. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. (R.D.A. Lab) 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (R.D.H. Lab) 6/9 CEUs (Lecture, Hands-On and Online)

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Thursday, March 9

Implant Dentistry: Avoiding and Solving Complications

One-Appointment Porcelain Veneers Mary Sue Stonisch, D.D.S. Shanty Creek Resort, Bellaire 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

4 CEU’s (Lecture and Hands-On) Friday, February 24

New Empirically Based Approaches to Pain Management and Addiction for the Health Care Provider Joan Lewis, D.D.S., M.S.D. Julie Hamilton A.C.S.W., C.A.A.D.C. Somerset Inn, Troy 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

3 CEU’s (Lecture) MARCH

Friday, March 10

Local Anesthesia Techniques for the Dental Practitioner: Anatomical Landmarks and a Comprehensive Review Maha Ahmad, Ph.D. Ronald P. Morris, D.D.S. Paul Calligaro, D.D.S. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On) Friday, March 31

Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Day The Art of Giving Great Service Zing Train Faculty The Inn at St. John’s, Plymouth 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

7 CEUs (Lecture)

Wednesday, March 1

Acute Pain Management in Dentistry W. Choong Foong, B.Sc. (Hons), Ph.D. The Henry Hotel, Dearborn 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

3 CEUs (Lecture) Friday – Saturday, March 3-4

Understanding the Basics of Surgical and Restorative Dental Implant Therapy Ahmad M. Fard, D.D.S., M.S. Anthony Neely, D.D.S., M.Dent.Sc., Ph.D. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

16 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On)

APRIL Friday, April 7

A Common Sense Approach to Removable Partial Denture Design and Treatment Planning Timothy R. Saunders, D.D.S. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

7 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On)

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Friday, April 21

Perio 101: Overview of Diagnosis, Prognosis, Treatment Planning, Ergonomics, and Instrumentation Colleen Kuxhaus, R.D.H., M.A. Joan Lewis, D.D.S., M.S.D. Laura Manning–Lee, R.D.H., M.A. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On) MAY Thursday, May 4

Hypertension, Heart Disease and the Dental Patient Sanjay Chand, M.D. The Henry Hotel, Dearborn 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

3 CEU’s (Lecture) Friday, May 5

Neuroanatomy Review of the Head and Neck Maha Ahmad, Ph.D. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

4 CEU’s (Lecture and Gross Anatomy Lab) Wednesday-Friday, May 17-19

Local Anesthesia Administration for the Dental Hygienists: An Online, Lecture and Hands-On Program W. Choong Foong, B.Sc. (Hons), Ph.D. Lynne Morgan, R.D.H., M.S. Francisco Plaza Villegas, D.D.S., M.S., M.S. Carl Stone, D.D.S., M.A., MBA, M.A. Tamika Thompson-Sloan, D.D.S., M.S. Pamela Zarkowski, J.D., M.P.H. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

29 CEUs (Lecture, Hands-On, and Online)

Friday, May 19

Traveling the Head and Neck Highway Maha Ahmad, Ph.D. Steven C. Legel, D.D.S. Ronald P. Morris, D.D.S. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

4 CEU’s (Lecture and Demonstration) Friday, May 26

Prosthetically Driven Implant Dentistry: Practical Techniques from A to Z Timothy Kosinski, D.D.S. Royal Park Hotel, Rochester 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

7 CEU’s (Lecture and Hands-On) JUNE Friday, June 2

Perio Re-Evaluation: Now What...Refer?

Colleen Kuxhaus, R.D.H., M.A. Joan Lewis, D.D.S., M.S.D. Laura Manning–Lee, R.D.H., M.A. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On) Wednesday, June 7

Bleeding Disorders in the Dental Patient

Friday, June 9

New Guidelines for the Management of TMJ Disorders in the Dental Practice Ayman ElMadawy, D.D.S., M.S., Ph.D. Steven Ceresnie, Ph.D., M.S. Dori Freeland-Watters, D.D.S., M.S. Zenon John Kossak, D.D.S. Richard Kulbersh, D.M.D., M.S. The Henry Hotel, Dearborn 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On) Friday-Saturday, June 23-24

Implant Site Bone Augmentation: Principles and Applications for Continuous Success Bassam M. Kinaia, D.D.S., M.S. Anthony Neely, D.D.S., M.Dent.Sc., Ph.D. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

14 hours (Lecture and Hands-On) Friday, June 23

Preventive Strategies: Fluorides and Antimicrobials Durinda Mattana, R.D.H., M.S. Erin Relich, R.D.H., M.S.A. Park Place Hotel, Traverse City 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

4 CEUs (Lecture)

Sanjay Chand, M.D. The Inn at St. John’s, Plymouth 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

3 CEU’s (Lecture)

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Saturday, July 22

Oral Health Product Evaluation: Putting Evidence into Practice

Periodontal Therapy: A Hands-On Approach to Best Practices

Durinda Mattana, R.D.H., M.S. Erin Relich, R.D.H., M.S.A. Park Place Hotel, Traverse City 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

3 CEUs (Lecture)

Laura Manning-Lee, R.D.H., M.A. Kathleen Neveu, R.D.H., R.D.A., M.S Kathi Shepherd, R.D.H., M.S. Maureen Van Hook, R.D.H., M.S. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On)

JULY Friday, July 14

CBCT for the General Dentist: Pathway to Proper Analysis and Appropriate Treatment Planning Todd B. Engel, D.D.S. Timothy Kosinski, D.D.S. The Townsend Hotel, Birmingham 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On)

Friday, July 28

Indirect Restorative Materials and Bonding Procedures Rafael Cocha Pacheco, D.D.S., M.Sc. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On) AUGUST Friday, August 4

Wednesday, July 19

A Hands-On Review of Local Anesthesia for the Dental Practitioner Lynne Morgan, R.D.H., M.S. Carl Stone, D.D.S., M.A., M.B.A., M.A. Tamika Thompson-Sloan, D.D.S., M.S Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.

5 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On) Friday, July 21

More Everyday Endodontics Eugene A. Pantera, Jr., D.D.S., M.S. The Inn at St. John’s, Plymouth 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture)

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Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Sedation for the Dental Hygienist and Registered Dental Assistant Joan Lewis, D.D.S., M.S.D. Lynne Morgan, R.D.H., M.S. Claudine Sordyl, R.N., M.S. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. (R.D.A. Lab) 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (R.D.H. Lab) 6/9 CEUs (Lecture, Hands-On and Online) Friday, August 11

Peri-Implant Diseases: Successful Management from Diagnosis to Maintenance Laura Manning-Lee, R.D.H., M.A. Vinicius Rodrigues, D.D.S., D.M.Sc. The Iroquois Club, Bloomfield Hills 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture)

Friday, August 18

Pediatric Facial Growth: Should Medicine and Dentistry be in Conversation?

Wyland Gibbs, D.D.S., M.S. Karen O’Rourke, D.D.S. The Townsend Hotel, Birmingham 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

4 CEUs (Lecture) Thursday, August 24

Acute Pain Management in Dentistry W. Choong Foong, B.Sc. (Hons), Ph.D. Detroit Mercy Corktown Campus, Detroit 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

3 CEUs (Lecture) Friday, August 25

Survival Strategies: Can this Tooth Be Saved After Trauma Salwa Atwan, D.D.S., M.S. Susan Paurazas, D.D.S., M.H.S.A., M.S. The Iroquois Club, Bloomfield Hills 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

4 CEUs (Lecture) Thursday, August 31

Infection Control in Dentistry Sanjay Chand, M.D. Nahid Kashani, D.D.S., M.S.D. The Henry Hotel, Dearborn 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

3 CEUs (Lecture)

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SEPTEMBER Friday, September 15

Perio 101: Overview of Diagnosis, Prognosis, Treatment Planning, Ergonomics, and Instrumentation Colleen Kuxhaus, R.D.H., M.A. Joan Lewis, D.D.S., M.S.D. Laura Manning–Lee, R.D.H., M.A. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On) Friday, September 22

Developing a Differential Diagnosis – Describing What you See Junu Ojha, B.D.S., M.S. The Townsend Hotel, Birmingham 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

6 CEUs (Lecture) OCTOBER Friday, October 6

Adhesive Dentistry – Material Selection and Application Ashish G. Patel, B.D.S., M.S.D., D.D.S. Rafael Cocha Pacheco, D.D.S., M.Sc. The Inn at St. John’s, Plymouth 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

3 CEU’s (Lecture)

Tuesday-Saturday, October 10-14

Forensic Odontology in a Medical Examiner’s Office Gary Berman, D.D.S., D.A.B.F.O. Chuck Berner D.D.S., D.A.B.F.O. Mary A. Bush, D.D.S. Peter J. Bush, B.S. Todd Fenton, Ph.D. Bradford Hepler, Ph.D. Sarah Krebs, M.S.P. William T. Lichon, D.D.S.

Raymond Miller, D.D.S. Kelly Root, Forensic Photographer Carl Schmidt, M.D., D.A.B.F.P. Terry Thomas, Inspector F.D.L.E. Allan Warnick, D.D.S., D.A.B.F.O. Wayne County Medical Examiner’s Office, Detroit 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

16/40 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On) Friday, October 27

Contact Us Phone: 313-494-6626 Email: dentalce@udmercy.edu To register, or for complete course information, visit: www.dental.udmercy.edu/ce

Emergence of Infections Disease in the Dental Patient Sanjay Chand, M.D. The Townsend Hotel, Birmingham 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

3 CEU’s (Lecture)

We are pleased to announce that most Detroit Mercy Dental CE courses are offered to Detroit Mercy alumni at a 10% discount. Please make sure to choose ‘alumni’ as part of your highest credential when registering for all courses.

NOVEMBER Friday, November 3

Dental Lasers: Basic Competency Hands-On Workshop Annette Skowronski, D.D.S. Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

6 hours (Lecture and Hands-On)

University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry is designated as an Approved PACE Program Provider by the Academy of General Dentistry. The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by AGD for Fellowship, Mastership and membership maintenance credit.

Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry or AGD endorsement. The current term of approval extends from 5/1/2015 to 4/30/2019. Provider ID# 214176.

Wednesday, November 8

A Hands-On Review of Local Anesthesia for the Dental Practitioner Lynne Morgan, R.D.H., M.S. Carl Stone, D.D.S., M.A., MBA, M.A. Tamika Thompson-Sloan, D.D.S., M.S Detroit Mercy Dental Corktown Campus, Detroit 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.

5 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On)

The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. The current term of acceptance extends from May 2014 through June 2018.

University of Detroit Mercy is a member of the Association for Continuing Dental Education. The ACDE is the organization of continuing dental education providers associated with dental schools in the United Stated, Canada and Puerto Rico.

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