Meet the Delegation: Rachel Sinacola, DDS, MS

In this section, we will introduce delegates and alternate delegates of the House of Delegates who represent WMDDS. This will provide members the opportunity to learn about the dentists representing them and for the delegation to share their stories and some business from the House.

WMDDS in the MDA House Rachel Sinacola, DDS, MS, Grand Rapids

Submitted by David Selis, DDS, MS, Grand Rapids WMDDS Associate Editor

Dr. Rachel Sinacola is member of the MDA House of Delegates.

What school(s) did you attend for your undergraduate and dental education? Undergraduate: Michigan State University Dental School: University of Michigan School of Dentistry Residency: University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Periodontics

What is your favorite part about serving in the House of Delegates? Serving the House allows me to keep up to date with current issues that face dentists across the State of Michigan and hear a wide variety of perspectives on each topic. I’m continually impressed by collaboration that occurs between dentists from different regions and the strong commitment each delegate has to the field of dentistry. What motivated you to get involved in organized dentistry? I feel blessed to be a part of a profession that helps better the health of the community and our patients. I feel a responsibility to serve in any way that I can to ensure that we continue to help the public, improve as a whole, and protect the profession. Organized dentistry, through the Michigan Dental Association and American Academy of Periodontology, is a way that I can contribute. Added benefits are meeting some pretty amazing colleagues and keeping in touch with dental classmates.

Do you have any hobbies? I play the piano, am in three book clubs, and am a yoga instructor at a local studio. My husband and I also play in trivia and euchre leagues.

Where is your favorite place to visit in Michigan? My family’s cabin. It’s my happy place!

What is your favorite activity during shelter in place? I have always enjoyed cooking but was never into baking. I

Dr. Sinacola (far right) with fellow WM Delegates Drs. Christopherson, Miller, and Swan at the 2019 MDA Annual Session

challenged myself to learn to bake galettes, pies, dessert crepes, etc.