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T H E M AG A Z I N E O F T H E U N I V E R S I T Y O F D E T RO I T M E R C Y S C H O O L O F D E N T I S T RY | S P R I N G / S U M M E R 2 0 1 6
A s t o l d b y s i x D e t r o i t M e r c y a l u m n i t u r n e d f a c u l t y.
Yearbook
Classes of 2016
Alumni Day
Introduces Student Panel Discussion
W W W. D E N TA L . U D M E R C Y. E D U
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Be Part of
Detroit Mercy Dental
Mission
Vision
Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and
service, the University of Detroit Mercy School
of Dentistry, in the Jesuit and Mercy traditions,
strives to develop scientifically based, socially
and ethically sensitive oral health professionals.
The University of Detroit Mercy School of
Dentistry will be an internationally recognized
leader for innovations in curriculum, clinical
education, patient care, and community
collaboration.
Values
The faculty and staff at the School of Dentistry have identified five core values as intrinsic to our academic
community. These values are evidenced in our daily activities and guide planning for the future.
Integrity: We embrace integrity in all our daily
activities and consider it essential to our
identity.
Excellence: We value and reward excellence.
Respect: We promote respect of self and others
and value diversity.
Life-Long Learning: We value life-long learning
and promote development to achieve our
potential.
Service: We are committed to serving our
community, students, colleagues, institution,
and the profession of dentistry.
CONNECT WITH US!
@UDMdental
/UDMdental
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@UDMdental
University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry
Detroit Mercy Dental
Strategic Plan 2016 - 2022
In 2016, the University of Detroit Mercy School
of Dentistry began the process to develop a new
strategic plan which will guide the way forward
for the School of Dentistry. It will establish new
organizational goals, explain why these goals
are important and develop steps to achieve
these goals. This process will uncover ways to
improve performance, generate new processes,
solve organizational processes and ultimately
help us to attain our fullest potential.
We invite you to following along in the process
of making University of Detroit Mercy School of
Dentistry a better place to lead and learn! For
more information about a strategic plan and the
strategic planning process, visit our website.
dental.udmercy.edu/about/strategic-plan-2016
University of Detroit Mercy
Brand Analysis Research 2016
For the past 12 months, there has been ongoing
research of the University brand in the form of
focus groups, interviews and surveys. Perhaps
you have participated in some form of this
research, along with hundreds of current
students, prospective students, faculty, staff
and other Detroit Mercy alumni. We thank you
for your input in this process. After considering
all recommendations, the University is currently
developing a new logo and tagline; we are
excited to share new brand details with you later
this year.
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DEAN’S LETTER
Defining Success in an Ever Changing World
T
Mert N. Aksu, Dean
hank you for taking a moment
definition of success, the School of Dentistry
to page through this latest
has a role in where we are today. In fact, as I
edition of the Leading Edge.
engage in conversations with you, I hear each
Within each issue, we celebrate
of you firmly invested and supportive of a
successes and bring you news of happenings
common commitment to the School of
here at the School of Dentistry.
Dentistry’s future success.
As I share the news and excitement of our
successes, I think about the definition of
success. Success is sometimes difficult to
define as it can be framed by a number of
perspectives. For some, it is the ability to
serve those less fortunate, the ability to secure
For the School of Dentistry, our
success is overwhelmingly a
reflection of the successes of
our students, faculty, staff,
and alumni.
one’s future, or the recognition of their peers,
and for others it is the feeling of making a
difference. For the School of Dentistry, our
In this edition of the Leading Edge, I am excited
success is overwhelmingly a reflection of the
to share with you the success of our graduating
successes of our students, faculty, staff, and
class, the largest class of dental graduates since
alumni. Our shared commitment to success is
the school opened. Over the past four years, we
fundamental in large part to what defines our
have been steadfast in our commitment to
school as a family.
provide this class with the education and clinical
experiences that are consistent with our
The Merriam Webster Dictionary defines
tradition. We have increased the number of
success as “the fact of getting or achieving
patients, added clinic sessions, and enhanced
wealth, respect, or fame.” However, from my
our presence in community and outreach
conversations with many of you, I sense that
activities. And we succeeded.
success is much more broadly defined, has a
deeper meaning, and has a focus on the
The first-time pass rate of students taking the
greater good.
licensing exam was at the highest level in
years, as you can see in the results from the
For many of you, your success is in part
Commission on Dental Competency
defined by the lives of the people you touch
Assessment – formally the Northeast Regional
and help through the care you deliver. Yet
Board Dental Exam. Also, initial data from
ultimately, while we each may have a different
exit interviews indicate that our graduates
have a bright outlook on employment and the
future as well as a positive sense of confidence
in the education that they received.
Commission of Dental
Competency Assessment
Class of 2016
Our students share in the pride of the School
of Dentistry, and I urge you to take a moment
Prosthodontic Exam
to view a touching video of our students and
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their tribute to the Class of 2016. As a family,
the pride of our students and alumni define,
Restorative Exam
in part, our success.
119*/130 = 91.54%
hope you feel that the School of Dentistry has
Combined Prosthodontic &
Restorative Exams
had a role in bringing you success. Similarly, I
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Regardless of your own personal definition, I
know for sure that the success of the School
of Dentistry has a lot to do with each of you
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individually and collectively.
Thank you for your support and wishing us
all continued mutual success.
Visit the link below to view a tribute video
produced by the Dental Class of 2016
www.dental.udmercy.edu/student/osa/commencement
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UNIVERSITY NEWS
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Gerard L. Stockhausen, S.J.
University President, Dr. Garibaldi and an undergraduate student
celebrate Commencement 2016.
Former UDM President Gerard L.
Stockhausen, S.J., Passes
2016 University Commencement
University of Detroit Mercy lost an exceptional leader and
a wonderful friend on January 12, 2016, with the
passing of Gerard L. Stockhausen, S.J., Ph.D.
His body was cremated and a funeral Mass was held at
Marquette University’s Gesu Church on Saturday, January
16. A special memorial Mass was offered by the Jesuit
community on Wednesday, January 20 at Gesu Church,
north of UDM’s McNichols Campus. John Staudenmaier,
S.J., a long-time colleague and friend of Fr. Stockhausen,
celebrated the liturgy and gave the homily.
Since 2010, Fr. Stockhausen served as the Socius and
Executive Secretary to the President and Director of
Planning for the U.S. Jesuit Conference. He served UDM
for 10 years, six years as president (2004-2010) and
four years as provost and vice president for academic
affairs (2000-2004).
“We are extremely thankful for his leadership and
commitment to University of Detroit Mercy’s mission of
academic excellence and service and the traditions of
its founding sponsors, the Jesuits and Sisters of
Mercy,” said Detroit Mercy President Antoine Garibaldi.
UDM Commencement ceremonies took place the weekend
of May 13-14 in Calihan Hall on the McNichols Campus.
Undergraduate and graduate: Saturday, May 14, at
1:30 p.m. The Commencement speaker was Margaret
Auer ’65, former dean of University Libraries and
Instructional Technology. She has worked as a dean at
the University for more than 30 years and for the
University since 1961.
School of Law: Friday, May 13, at 6 p.m. An honorary
posthumous degree was given to George J. Asher, for
whom the Asher Law Clinic is named. The son of Syrian
immigrants, Asher left high school after his parents died
to support his family. After helping raise his brothers
and sisters, he entered law school at Detroit Mercy. He
died in 1963 of complications of hemophilia, just
months before finishing his degree. His brother,
Anthony, who was a first-year law student at the time,
became a managing partner in the Southfield-based firm
of Sullivan, Ward, Asher & Patton, P.C. Anthony Asher
made the generous gift to the University that helped
purchase and renovate the building that houses the
legal clinic. Anthony Asher ’65 provided the
commencement speech.
SPRING/
SUMMER
2016
CONTENTS
Feature Article:
The Evolution of Dental Education
2016 Yearbook
PAGE
30
PAGE
20
Dean’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
University News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Feature Article: The Evolution of
Dental Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Upcoming Alumni Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Faculty/Staff News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Recent Alumni Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Alumni Day 2016 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Diversity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Student News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Financial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Commencement 2016 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Alumni Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
2016 Yearbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Continuing Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Find More Online!
See this Spring/Summer 2016 issue,
on our web site at www.dental.udmercy.edu/alumni
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THE UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY MAGAZINE
PUBLISHED BY THE SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY
2700 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD
DETROIT, MI 48208
Antoine M. Garibaldi, Ph.D.
University President
Mert N. Aksu, D.D.S., J.D., M.H.S.A.
Dean
[email protected]
Kari Radjewski, M.A.
Communications Specialist
Editor in Chief of Leading Edge
[email protected]
Rhonda Evans, B.F.A.
Communications Coordinator and Graphic Designer
Publication Designer and Photographer
[email protected]
Kimberly Raleigh, R.D.H., M.H.S.A.
Director of Continuing Education and Alumni Relations
Contributing Writer
[email protected]
Thomas W. Sklut, M.A.
Director of Development
[email protected]
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: [email protected]
Phone: 313-494-6694
Please include a daytime phone number and email
address with correspondence.
©2016 School of Dentistry
UPCOMING ALUMNI EVENTS
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FRIDAY, JULY 15
Academy of General Dentistry Annual
Meeting - Alumni Reception
The Academy of General Dentistry will present its annual
meeting in Boston this year. We will gather for a special Detroit
Mercy reception on Friday, July 15 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at
the Sheraton Boston Hotel, Beacon Room D. If you plan to
attend the meeting, please join us!
proceeds from each ticket will go to Detroit Mercy’s General
Scholarship Fund. For more information and to purchase your
tickets, visit: community.udmercy.edu/comerica.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 – SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2016
Homecoming
Come join us in Hot-lanta for our Alumni Reception at the NDA
Annual Session in Atlanta, Georgia. The festivities take place
between 6 p.m. – 8 p.m at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel.
Plan to attend our fall Homecoming weekend with activities
including: St. Francis Club-style Tug-of-War, 5K & Family Fun Run,
scavenger hunt, school & college open houses, women’s soccer
game, scrimmages with former student athletes, and more! The
School of Dentistry will be hosting a three hour continuing
education program on Friday, September 30 from 9 a.m. – 12
p.m. titled, “The 3 Drivers of Sustained Practice Growth and
Success” taught by Dr. Mark Murphy ‘81. This course is offered
at a special discount. To register and for more details, visit:
dental.udmercy.edu/ce.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2016
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21
Detroit Mercy Student-Alumni Tournament
American Dental Association (ADA)
Annual Session – Alumni Reception
SATURDAY, JULY 23
National Dental Association (NDA) Annual
Session – Alumni Reception
Save the date! The annual ASDA Golf Outing will be held at
Fieldstone Golf Club in Auburn Hills; more information will
soon follow.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
Detroit Mercy Night at Comerica Park
Join the University community at Detroit Mercy Night at
Comerica Park as the Detroit Tigers take on the Minnesota
Twins. There will be a pre-game tailgate at the DAC and Detroit
Mercy will be recognized during pre-game festivities beginning
at 6:30 p.m.; the game begins at 7:08 p.m. A portion of the
Mark your calendars and joins us in Denver, Colorado for an
Alumni Reception at the 2016 American Dental Association
Annual Session. We will meet from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Stout
Street Social. It is a great opportunity to visit with former
classmates and expand your professional network.
Alumni Events
For more information please contact Kimberly Raleigh,
Director of Continuing Education and Alumni relations:
[email protected]
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RECENT ALUMNI EVENTS
Santa Aksu and the Alumni Board Elves had a great time surprising
students.
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MONDAY, DECEMBER 14
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13
Alumni Board Elves & Santa Aksu Bring
Finals Week Relief
Homecoming/Chili Cook-off
As a special treat for students during finals week, the
Alumni Board came together to make “care-packages”,
including a Starbucks gift card, snacks, and other
goodies. Dressed as elves, the Board surprised students
at the building entrance handing out gift bags. Dean Aksu
became Santa Aksu that day, spreading holiday cheer and
setting a jolly tone for exam week.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20
Alumni Mentor Panel & Program
Detroit Mercy Dental held an Alumni Board panel allowing
students to ask working professionals questions about their
future careers. This event launched the Alumni-Mentor
Program, which connects students with an outside resource
as they flourish in the profession of dentistry. Approximately
40 students were matched with alumni mentors, but we are
looking to build upon this start. If you are interesting in
helping guide young professionals, please contact Kimberly
Raleigh at [email protected] or 313-494-6694.
Share Your Pictures With Us!
Send us photos of alumni events you have attended by
emailing Kimberly Raleigh at [email protected]
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A special thanks to those who joined us for Homecoming
2016 festivities. Detroit Mercy Dental Alumni Board
President, Dr. Ted Degenhardt, represented the dental
school at the Annual Chili Cook-off sharing a delicious
recipe with attendees. It was a great day catching-up with
old friends and making new ones.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Chicago Midwinter Meeting Reception
The UDMSOD Chicago Midwinter Meeting Alumni
Reception was held in conjunction with a special Pierre
Fauchard Induction Ceremony at the historic Chicago
Cultural Center. A total of eight Detroit Mercy family
members were inducted, including alumni and faculty.
Preceding the evening’s events included a special
continuing education course “HPV Oropharyngeal Cancer
Risks and Management,” presented by John A. Molinari,
Ph.D. and Carlos Ramirez, M.D., D.D.S. For more
information about PFA inductees, please visit page 36.
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FRIDAY, APRIL 15
Michigan Dental Association Annual
Session – Alumni Brunch
The Novi Expo Center was the setting for this year’s MDA
Annual Session. With three days of courses and nearly
200 exhibits, plus social events and meetings – this event
has something for everyone! The Detroit Mercy Titans for
Teeth Mobile Dental Clinic was on-site for tours and alumni
gathered for a special brunch.
MONDAY, MAY 9
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Dr. Richard Golden
is Honored with
Spirit of UDM Alumni Achievement
Award
Richard D.D.S. ‘71 receives Spirit of UDM Alumni Achievement Award.
HOUR Magazine Top Dentists Reception
In partnership with HOUR Detroit, Detroit Mercy
sponsored an event at Bistro 82 in Royal Oak to celebrate
the Top Dentists issue of the magazine; some dental
professionals of the Metro Detroit area whom were
chosen by their peers were in attendance. We are proud
of all our alumni and take pride in celebrating their
accomplishments. Congrats to the honorees!
Richard Golden D.D.S. ’71 upon completing dental school, went
right to work at Golden Dental Center, founded by his father
more than 40 years earlier. Today, the practice is more than 75
years old and operates in Detroit.
Golden has been an innovator in dentistry since early in his
career, launching the first advertising campaign for a dental
practice in the state of Michigan. It brought in many new
patients and led to an expansion of the practice.
He is also the inventor of a dental instrument that redefines
how tooth extractions are done. Years of experimentation led
to Physics Forceps, which applies principles of physics to
pulling teeth. Extractions that normally took 20 to 40 minutes
could be done in less than two minutes.
One of Dr. Golden’s businesses, Golden Dental Solutions, is a
manufacturer and seller of the Physics Forceps and other innovative
dental products.
Golden recently completed a term on the UDM Board of Trustees.
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ALUMNI DAY 2016
& Class Reunions
Students answered questions about their experiences at UDMSOD posed by alumni audience members.
Alumni Day & Reunions at the Townsend Hotel
The 2016 Alumni Day took place on Friday, April 29, and was held at
the beautiful Townsend Hotel in Birmingham. Alumni of all
generations enjoyed catching up with one another and recalling
memories of years past. An excellent and informative course on
cancer patients was presented by the talented Dr. Susan Calderbank.
One of the day’s highlights was the first-ever Student Panel; alumni
appreciated the opportunity to ask questions from current dental and
dental hygiene students to gain perspective on day-to-day learning and
life at Detroit Mercy.
The daytime events were followed by a networking Dean’s Reception
which segued into class reunions and the OKU induction ceremony.
Alumni who celebrated a reunion gathered with classmates to catchup and exchange stories from their time in dental school.
Alumni Day attendees listened intently as Dr.
Calderbank presents the CE course.
The Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) induction ceremony simultaneously
took place as graduating dental students were inducted into the
prestigious honors society.
Alumni/Student Brunch and Tour
Saturday, April 30 marked the first year of the Alumni/Student Brunch
& Tour hosted by the Alumni Board at the Corktown Campus.
Attendees chatted over a delicious meal, mingled with the Alumni
Board and were given tours provided by students. Participants were
very proud to see a state of the art facility and have a glimpse into all
of the great things happening at UDMSOD.
The newest OKU inductees posed for a group photo.
Alumni Day attendees browsed vendor tables and learned about new
materials and technology in dentistry.
Longtime friends reunited and caught up.
C’vaeo Edwards R.D.H. ‘16 presented research during lunchtime
at Alumni Day.
Dr. Susan Calderbank provided the continuing education course during
Alumni Day.
Students and alumni took a tour of the School of Dentistry.
A mix of alumni, faculty and students enjoyed brunch and
conversation.
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STUDENT NEWS
January 6
Our very own UDM ASDA arranged the first teleconference for
ASDA chapters around the country to connect with leadership at
the American Dental Association. This event facilitated
communication between oral health profession’s novices and experts.
February 23
On Dental Day, six dental hygiene students and one faculty member
provided oral health education to children of Detroit Service Learning
Academy. A total of 936 children attended as the UDMSOD team
provided five different oral health education stations, including
Healthy Foods vs. Unhealthy Foods, Rethink Your Drink, Write a Letter
to the Tooth Fairy, The Effects of Acid from Food on Teeth, and a
demonstration of the equipment used for the UDM Seal a Smile!,
Michigan Sealant Program.
February 12
This 2016 Talent Show upholds it’s reputation as one of the best
UDMSOD events of the year. Faculty, staff and students put on acts
ranging from musical performances to stand-up comedy to bellydancing. Dr. Chand did not disappoint, keeping the audience
laughing as he introduced each talent.
February 28
A group of UDMSOD faculty, staff, students and alumni each
conquered 71 flights of stairs of the Renaissance Center for the 2016
Fight for Air Climb. In total, the group raised over $4,500 for
the American Lung Association. A special congratulations to current
third year dental student, Ryan Rivamonte, who took first place in the
entire competition!
March 4
Current DS4, Kathryn Dickmann, was awarded the ASDA Gold Crown
Award for Best Blog Post at the recent Gold Crown Awards ceremony at
the ASDA Annual Session. Her article was selected by the ASDA Editorial
Board from more than 156 ASDA blog posts! Congratulations Kathryn!
We are very proud of your accomplishments. You can read the full blog
post at: asdablog.com/the-importance-of-neck-back-health-in-dentistry/
April 2
The 2016 Mandiball was nothing short of a fabulous time, full of
dancing and great memories. It was wonderful to see students,
faculty and staff enjoying each other’s company outside of school.
April 5
The SNDA Taste of Diversity event was an evening complete with
flavors, sights, and sounds of our entire Detroit Mercy Dental family.
Our students created a very special evening of celebration and a
great time was had by all.
April 8
The Department of Pediatric Dentistry hosted the first Give Kids A
Smile day of the year during the spring. A new twist will add more
calendar dates to the event and allow more children to receive dental
cleanings and treatment.
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STUDENT NEWS
April 12
The UDM ASDA chapter traveled to Washington D.C. to make a
special visit to The Hill where they lobbied on behalf of dental
students and the dental profession.
April 22
Student Research Day is an opportunity faculty, staff, and students to
learn about the research that is being carried out at the School of
Dentistry. Dental and dental hygiene students discuss their research
that has been presented at local, state, or national meetings.
April 19
The RDH Class of 2016 celebrated their accomplishments with the
annual Dental Hygiene Luncheon at Angelina’s restaurant in Detroit.
Laughs were shared and awards were given as the students enjoyed
being together as a group for one of the last times.
May 2
This year’s Sigma Phi Alpha Dinner was hosted at the Grosse Point War
Memorial and celebrated the induction of two new members.
Congratulations to new alumni, Meghan Smerecki R.D.H. ‘16 and
Veronica Nafso R.D.H ‘16, and to faculty members Michelle Wheater
Ph.D. and Erin Relich B.S.D.H, M.S.A., for their prestige accomplishments!
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Professor Barbara Seldon
Meets President Obama at
Veteran’s Day Celebration
May 3
Many thanks to all of student leaders throughout the 2015-2016
academic year. We gathered for a special evening at the Student
Leader Appreciation Dinner where we celebrated these students’
hard work and dedication to making sure peers are heard, informed
and engaged!
Prof. Barbara Purifoy-Seldon and Women’s Army Core Veteran’s
Association President, Suzanna LaRocca, with Vice-President Biden
and President Obama
Each year on Veteran’s Day, representatives of
Congressionally-Chartered Veterans Service Organizations are
invited to the White House to enjoy a gourmet breakfast with
the President and Vice-President. This past year on
November 11, 2015, Barbara Purifoy-Seldon R.D.H. ’70, M.A.
‘73, attended on behalf of the Women’s Army Corps Veteran’s
Association where she serves as Captain. After their meal,
each of the 150 attendees individually met with President
Obama and Vice-President Biden where they were provided a
photo opportunity. She described her conversation with the
country’s leader as personable and playful, “I was thanked for
my service by each of them. Never did I think I would be in the
presence of a President, let alone one who called me by name!”
May 20
This summer, several Detroit Mercy Dental student groups are
engaging in missions trips including Alpha Omega whose members
recently visited the Dominican Republic. Christian Dental Association
is headed to Honduras and UDM ASDA will be going to Guatemala.
Thank you to our students and faculty who are volunteering their time
and traveling great distances to treat underserved populations in
significant need of oral health services!
The day ended at the laying of the wreath on the tomb of the
Unknown Soldier where President Obama gave a speech and
the veteran attendees were special guests
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Commencement 2016
Commencement attendees stand and applause, taking in a prestigious moment.
Friday, May 13th
9:30 a.m.
Calihan Hall
COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER
Marko Vujicic, Ph.D.
Chief Economist and Vice President
Health Policy Institute, American Dental Association
Dr. Marko Vujicic is Chief Economist and Vice President, Health Policy
Institute at the American Dental Association where he is responsible
for overseeing all of the Association’s policy research activities. Prior
to joining the American Dental Association, he was senior economist
with The World Bank in Washington D.C. where he directed the global
health workforce policy program. He was also a health economist
with the World Health Organization in Geneva, Switzerland.
Dr. Vujicic is the lead author of the book, Working in Health, and has
written several book chapters on various health policy issues. He has
published extensively in peer-reviewed journals such as Health
Affairs, The New England Journal of Medicine, Health Services
Research, Health Policy and Planning, Social Science and Medicine,
and Applied Health Economics and Health Policy. He has worked on
broad health care reform issues in Africa, East Asia, the Caribbean,
and Eastern Europe.
Dr. Marko Vujicic addresses the Classes of 2016 at this
year’s Commencement ceremony.
He is a visiting assistant professor at Tufts University in Boston.
Dr. Vujicic obtained his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of
British Columbia and a bachelor’s degree in Business from McGill
University in Montreal.
For more photographs of the event, visit:
www.udmercy.edu/gallery/albums
COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES
PROCESSIONAL
WELCOME
Gary Jeffers, M.S., D.M.D.
Grand Marshal, Director of Admissions and Associate Professor
INVOCATION
Rosita Schiller, R.S.M., Vice Chair, University Board of Trustees
O CANADA
A group of R.D.H. graduates pose for a selfie before
the Commencement program begins.
Sung Y. Han, B.Sc., Dental Class of 2016
THE STAR-SPANGLED BANNER
Humam Salahieh, B.A., Dental Class of 2016
DEAN’S REMARKS
Mert N. Aksu, D.D.S., J.D., M.H.S.A., Dean and Professor
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Antoine M. Garibaldi, Ph.D., President of the University
COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS
Marko Vujicic, Ph.D.
Chief Economist and Vice President, Health Policy Institute
American Dental Association
A happy day for the family of brothers, Blair and
Nicholas White, both who graduated in 2016 from the
D.D.S. program. Dr. Giribaldi, President of the
University of Detroit Mercy, congratulates the new
doctors and their relatives.
DENTAL HYGIENE CLASS ADDRESS
Taylor M. Householder, President, Dental Hygiene Class of 2016
DENTAL CLASS ADDRESS
Matthew J. Love, B.S., President, Dental Class of 2016
Erin M. Huber, B.S., R.D.H., Vice President, Dental Class of 2016
PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES AND DEGREES
Mert N. Aksu, D.D.S., J.D., M.H.S.A.
New Doctor of Dental Surgery, Michelle Nguyen waves
to her family in the crowd.
CONFERRING OF CERTIFICATES AND DEGREES
Antoine M. Garibaldi, Ph.D.
DENTAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Theodore Degenhardt III, D.D.S., President
RECESSIONAL
RECEPTION
Fitness Center, University of Detroit Mercy
Students excitedly line up for the processional to enter Calihan Hall.
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2016 YEARBOOK
Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene
Class of 2016
Artinian, Tara
Davidson, Taylor
Doyle, Alicia
What advice do you
have for UDMSOD
underclassmen?
Take advantage of
volunteer and
extracurricular
opportunities.
Get involved!
- Alicia Doyle
Edwards, C’Vaeo
Hallak, Christine
Householder, Taylor
Kitto, Mariam
Lewandowski, Erica
Lin, Liu
Loren, Jessica
Manuel, Khloe
Marchwinski, Hayley
Nafso, Veronica
Patlow, Megan
What advice do you
have for UDMSOD
underclassmen?
Come into school
early or stay late on
your free time to
practice, do
homework or study.
- Khloe Manuel
What advice do you
have for UDMSOD
underclassmen?
Enjoy - it goes by
quick!
- Diana Sufaj
What advice do you
have for UDMSOD
underclassmen?
Your UDM education
is one of a kind and
will set you apart
from any other dental
hygiene program.
- Meghan Smerecki
Roberts, Teniece
Rotondo, Maria
Simonds, Kristen
Smerecki, Meghan
Sufaj, Diana
Stratton, Halee
What advice do you
have for UDMSOD
underclassmen?
Always ask
questions and never
be intimidated.
- Brittany Weber
Weber, Brittany
Wilkerson, LaToria
Willaeys, Alexandra
What advice do you
have for UDMSOD
underclassmen?
Keep notes and stay
organized.
- Christina Yousif
Winston, Terlicia
Yousif, Christina
Dental Hygiene Degree Completion
Class of 2016
Abramowicz, Isabela
Miller, Rachel
Falcón, Christela
McFadyen, Brock
Mandreger, Grace
Sidhu, Sumeet
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Doctor of Dental Surgery
Class of 2016
What will you miss
most about
UDMSOD?
Being able to spend
everyday with all of
my classmates who
have become family!
- Joelle Abed Elahad
Abdulahab, Fadi
Abed Elahad, Joelle
Abouarrage, Adelle
What is your
favorite memory
during your time at
UDMSOD?
Performing prophy
on my kids.
- Dalia Al-Alfe
Ajayi, Adekunle
Ajluni, Remy
Al-Alfe, Dalia
Ali, Mustafa
Amador, José
Arguello, Camilo
Barbon, Nicholas
Bazzi, Hassan
Benoit, Matthew
Berryhill, Jereme
Blazo, Daniel
Boji, Bianca
Boss, K. Hunter
What advice do you
have for UDMSOD
underclassmen?
Take pictures of
everything!
- Bianca Boji
What advice do you
have for UDMSOD
underclassmen?
Stay on top of your
competencies.
- K. Hunter Boss
Boumelhem, Amal
Bourget , Jacob
Bouza, Anthony
Boyle, Stephanie
Briskie II, Daniel
Bryson, Steven
Burla, Vishnu
Cabrera, Daniel
What advice do you
have for UDMSOD
underclassmen?
Be proactive,
challenge
competencies as
soon as possible!
Have fun.
- Yurij Cherstylo
Chang, Ning
Chauvin, Tanya
Cherstylo, Yurij
Colville , Keaton
Conley, Melissa
D’Agostini, Ashley
D’Agostini, Monica
Dapoz, Stephen
Dater, Stephanie
Diora, Sonal
Easton II, Jeffrey
Ekbatani, Marzieh
Elsey, Scott
Eskander, Caroline
Fakhrutdinova, Aida
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Falvo, Jonathon
Farah, Adoni
Farkhondeh, Alireza
Frenchi, Richard
Fuhr, Natalie
Garcia-Aranguren,
Erik
Geerlings, Aric
Golba, Nicholas
Goltsman, Frida
Goold, Daniel
Guanci, Robert
Hall, Charnia
Han, Sung Yong
Hassan, Adam
Hawkins, Lauren
Hislop, Andrea
Hoelzel, Alexander
Huber, Erin
Hwang, Munsung
Jassar, Harman
Jinn, Alva
Joldersma, Daniel
Junga, Kyle
What is your favorite
memory during your
time at UDMSOD?
Looking at the
radiograph from my
first restoration.
-Harman Jassar
Kamphuis, Kaylie
Kay, Trevor
Kazbour, Hanan
Kemink, Megan
What advice do you
have for incoming
students?
Do one thing before
you go home. All the
little jobs add up.
-Megan Kemink
What advice do you
have for incoming
students?
Time goes by fast;
make use of it.
-Nicholas Kizy
Kerr, Elizabeth
Kizy, Nicholas
Koloko, Florence
Ku, Susan
Kumar, Pavan
Kuriakose, Princy
Kuznia, Michelle
Lim, Hyun Sang
Love, Matthew
Lukas, Mallory
Ma, Sabrina
MacMillan, Brin
Mahjoub, Noor
Makki, Waseem
Malouf, Michelle
Mangat , Samneet
Manningham, Jr.,
Louison
Marfey, Andrew
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Mashini, Michael
Minhas , Gurpreet
Mintzer, Andrew
Mistry, Amar
Mohamedally, Robin
Namou, Andrew
Nelis, Christopher
Nguyen, Hoaihuong
Nguyen Nam, Michelle
Orow, Marcell
Paluka, Esmeralda
Park, Jin
Parque, Nicholas
Patel, Devesh
Patel, Puja
Posthumus, David
Prins, Eric
Rajaee, Ramin
Ray, Jessica
Reid, MaKayla
Reum, Eric
Rosenbrook, Jordan
Said, Saffa
What is your favorite
memory during your
time at UDMSOD?
I looked forward to
boat cruise and dinner
dance every year!
-Hoaihuong Nguyen
What will you miss
most about UDMSOD?
I will miss the
multicultural and
friendly atmosphere
that UDMSOD offers.
I truly felt I had a
family everyday I
came to school.
-Humam Salahieh
Salahieh, Humam
Samrao , Baxinder
Schesnuk, Nicholas
Schmitz , Brian
Shahrouri, Rami
Singer, James
Smith, Alison
Southwell, Samantha
Stinnet, Scott
Summersett, Jane
Szymanski, Jacob
Taher, Fatima
Taylor, Bethany
Tendero, Jessica
Thelen, Kristina
Thelen, Morgan
Thomas, Shane
Torres III, Venancio
Treleaven, Jeffrey
Vanfleteren, Jr., Joseph
Van, Ly
White, Blair
White, Nicholas
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What will you miss
most about UDMSOD?
Forming
relationships with
my peers and the
doctors on the
clinic floor.
-James Williams, III
Williams, III, James
Yaldo, Anthony
Yamazaki, Yasufumi
Yoon, Rinoa
Yoon, Sejong
Yousif, Marco
Zaid, Zehra
Not Photographed
Kasmikha, Tamara
Zandstra, Lauren
Zhu, Wendy
Zielinski, Matthew
Accelerated Dental
Class of 2016
Belhaj, Hamza
Bhave, Ashwini
Blumenkranz
Sanchez, Gabriel
Chahal, Terinder
Gelani, Rakhi
Islam, Mohammad
Kang, He Kyong
Oliveira, Deise
Parekh, Prashant
Patel, Srujalkumar
Rajpara , Soham
Post-Graduate Studies
Class Of 2016
AEGD
ENDODONTICS
ORTHODONTICS
PERIODONTICS
Atisha, Andrew
Burke, Ashley
Jain, Apeksha
Mortensen, Savannah
Porter, Artesha
Calek, Dominic
Dosanjh, Amandeep
Mir, Hamza
Dhawan, Archana
Efros, Grigoriy
Nykolak, Renee
Powell, Breanna
Wesley, Gerald
Gadalla, Hana
Tiwana, Fatima
Zimmerman, Deena
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A s t o l d b y s i x D e t r o i t M e r c y a l u m n i t u r n e d f a c u l t y.
Alumni Panel:
Margaret Coleman, R.D.H., B.S. ‘74 - University of Detroit Mercy
Eugene Pantera Jr., D.D.S., M.S. ‘75 - University of Buffalo
Debra DesRosiers, D.D.S. ‘90, M.S. ‘98 - Veteran’s Affairs Ann Arbor
John Sauk, D.D.S. ‘67, M.S. - University of Louisville
Arthur Hamparian, D.D.S. ‘62, M.S. - Wayne State University
Stephen Stefanac, D.D.S. ‘80, M.S. - University of Michigan
In comparison to what you were
taught in dental school, the scope
of our profession has widened.
From changing technology and
advances in new procedures, to
more medically compromised
patients, there is more to know
and even more importantly, we
must know where to apply the
knowledge.
To remain successful in your career, you have had to commit to
lifelong learning. Think about the day-to-day changes you have
experienced as a practicing professional: this in itself is a
testament to the evolution of dentistry over time.
In comparison to what you were taught in dental school, the
scope of our profession has widened. From changing
technology and advances in new procedures, to more medically
compromised patients, there is more to know and even more
importantly, we must know where to apply the knowledge. In
dentistry, and thus, dental education, we must keep current
with external effects and trends happening in the profession.
We connected with several Detroit Mercy alumni who have
dedicated their careers to teaching future generations of
dentists and dental hygienists. Our robust conversations
discussed the rapid progression of our profession and the
effects it has upon dental education. There was an
overwhelming agreement that there is more to teach and more
for students to learn than when they were in school.
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Years ago, dental education mainly focused on developing
technique, hand skills and performing procedures, which still
remain the fundamentals of the profession. However, this
must be balanced with learning emerging technology,
advancements in materials, the variety of treatment options
and new patient challenges. Our graduates must have the
depth of knowledge to think critically and plan care according
to the large number of variables that could impact outcomes.
The alumni educators we spoke with agreed dental education
must prioritize basics of our practice and then focus on what
is emerging in dentistry. When principles are understood,
students are able to correctly assess where, when, and how
information and treatment should be implemented.
“Without a doubt, technology
provides better quality of
services and more efficiency, so
there is reason to build on it. If
students understand the
fundamentals first, the base
knowledge helps them to
understand why the equipment
and instruments are
designed the way
they are and
students can
make sense of
them in other situations.”
- Margaret Coleman, R.D.H., B.S. ‘74
School of Dentistry
Clinical Associate Professor
Director of Dental Hygiene Admissions
“While technology and new
materials can make us better
trained and adds to
the profession,
the fundamentals
must be there.”
- Eugene Pantera Jr., D.D.S., M.S. ‘75
University of Buffalo
School of Dental Medicine
Director of Division of Endodontics
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“We have developed a digital
thread which cuts time and cost
for the provider, and
can make us
better providers –
it definitely adds
to the profession
and we will probably continue to
go in this direction, but we must
remember there is merit to the
fundamentals of dentistry.”
We have all seen advances in technology: the high-speed hand
piece, Cavitron, bonding agents and composites, CAD-CAM,
optical imaging or digital radiographs, to name a few. This will
continue to evolve. Our educators must keep current with new
developments and help students learn how to critically assess
the change in the profession and strategically implement these
changes into practice, especially when it comes to managing
complex patient conditions.
Today, students are doctoring medically compromised
- John Sauk, D.D.S. ‘67, M.S.
populations who live longer and are often reliant on multiple
University of Louisville
School of Dentistry
Dean
prescription medications. To accommodate unique and diverse
needs, oral health curriculum has refocused. There is no onesize-fits-all approach to patient treatment. Instead, treatment
is assessed on a case-by-case basis according to a variety of
factors outside of what is essential.
“We must support
changes in education
that support dentistry
and maintain student
enthusiasm. They need
to know: it’s not always
what you use, but how
you use it.”
– Dr. Eugene Pantera Jr. ‘75,
University of Buffalo
As medical conditions have progressed, so have patient
expectations. Information is more quickly and easily
accessible, causing patients to be more aware. They visit the
dentist with preconceived thoughts, accurate or not, and want
immediate and aesthetically pleasing results. It is up to the
oral health provider to be able to explain what is most
appropriate for each individual case and why. Sometimes what
the patient wants is not feasible or in his/her best interest.
Students must take learned knowledge and apply it differently
and individually as appropriate.
It is equally convenient and essential to see that this upsurge in
patient complexity parallels one of the greatest transitions in
dental education: refocusing to understanding dentistry is more
than teeth, it is about overall health. Thus, students are learning
to be great technicians and informed health care providers.
“Years ago, patients were
simpler, materials were simpler
and the number of procedures
were fewer. As times have
changed, so has dentistry.
Students must be able to know
and apply the
information to
become a
competent and
talented oral
health professional”
- Stephen Stefanac, D.D.S. ‘80, M.S.
University of Michigan
School of Medicine
Clinical Professor, Senior Associate Dean &
Associate Dean for Patient Services
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We must assure students that dentistry is more than technical
this in a variety of forms ranging from research projects, train-
“Dentists should be more involved
in medicine; we must continue to
create more opportunity for dental
and medical students to work
together. Not only does it make us
better rounded
healthcare
providers, but
physicians must
understand the
the-trainer workshops, or broadening our faculty body so
importance of oral health.”
proficiency. It is about creating and delivering a plan of care
that will provide a dependable and predictable outcome. It is
increasingly inter-related and inter-dependent on interactions
with other health professions, social workers and
psychologists.
To help reinforce the connection between oral health and
overall health, students are provided with inter-professional
learning opportunities with other health professions. We do
students learn from experts in a variety of health professions.
- Arthur Hamparian, D.D.S. ‘62, M.S.
Interaction amongst specialties helps students to feel more
confident in a holistic approach to health care. This will
become especially important as the Affordable Care Act
modifies healthcare, shifting into a complete approach where
all providers work together to keep a patient healthy.
Wayne State University
School of Medicine
Previous Adjunct Professor
“First and foremost,
dentistry is about health
and the body; it is about
healthcare. The more
students know about the
whole body, the better they
will treat patients.”
– Dr. Arthur Hamparian, ‘62,
Wayne State University
“Students have to balance an
explosion of information. We have
to be careful they do not question
what is most important. It is all
important.”
– Prof. Margie Coleman ‘74,
At the end of our conversation, all of the alumni agreed we must
stay adaptable and forward-thinking in order to produce leaders
in our profession. Dental education cannot afford to skip
corners; everything we teach is necessary and important. From
the complex medical patient and their pharmacological
management, to an increased number of procedures, technology
and materials used, students are learning to apply their
knowledge. Today’s future oral health experts are taught not only
to be clinicians and health care providers, but critical thinkers.
“Because there are always new techniques,
technology and materials to learn, there is less time
for individual experiences with each.
The profession has progressed and
there is more information to absorb.
Post-graduate learning will become
essential for the future dentist.”
- Debra DesRosiers, D.D.S. ‘90, M.S. ‘98
Veteran’s Affairs Ann Arbor Healthcare System
Dental Residency Program Director
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FA C U LT Y / S TA F F N E W S
Faculty News
Professor Erin Relich Elected MDHA Delegate & Contributes
as Co-Author in Recent Publication
Erin Relich, R.D.H., B.S.D.H., M.S.A., Assistant Professor & Dental Hygiene
Clinical Coordinator has served as a Washtenaw District Dental Hygienists’
Society Delegate and a Detroit District Dental Hygienists’ Society Delegate to the
Michigan Dental Hygienist’s Association House of Delegates. In October 2015,
Erin was elected by MDHA House of Delegates to serve as a Delegate for the
June 2016 CLL/ADHA Annual Session in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Additionally,
Erin recently contributed as co-author with Professor Durinda Mattana to the
Fluorides chapter in the 12th Edition (2016) of “The Clinical Practice of the
Dental Hygienist” by Esther Wilkins.
Dr. Pamela Hammel Publishes Seven Forensic Cases
Adjunct Instructor and Board Certified Forensic Dentist, Pamela Hammel R.D.H,
D.D.S., recently had seven cases accepted and published in the book Diagnosis
of Non-accidental Injury: Illustrated Clinical Cases, one of which was co-authored
by Dr. Salwa Atwan, Pediatric Dentistry Department Chairperson. The manual
enables learning through popular and effective case-based review format. It
presents a wide range of conditions in cases relevant to a range of healthcare
practitioners involved in the medical care of children and adolescents.
Dr. Gary Bonior Receives AGD Fellowship
Gary Bonior, D.D.S. ‘90 received his Fellowship Award in the Academy of General
Dentistry on June 20, 2015 at the Moscone West Convention Center in San
Francisco, CA. Dr. Bonior is a graduate of the UDMSOD where he also teaches
part-time as a Clinical Affiliate Professor in the Department of Biomedical and
Diagnostic Sciences.
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Dr. Haribabu Participates in Infection Control
& Safety in Dentistry: Train the Trainer Workshop in India
Prashanth Konatham Haribabu, B.D.S., M.D.S., M.S.D., Affiliate Assistant Professor,
recently participated in a unique workshop to establish standards of dental infection
control and safety in India. This two-day project was an extension of the 69th Indian
Dental Conference, which was held February 22-23 in New Delhi, India.
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The goal of this project was to create awareness in India amongst oral health
providers about the implications and necessity to maintain, monitor and follow
global standards of infection control and safety. Several healthcare administrators,
deans and infection control officials from various dental and medical institutions
throughout India were in attendance. At the meeting, Dr. Haribabu lectured about
growing concerns of antibiotic stewardship to developed strategies to improve
the use of antimicrobials with the goal of reducing resistance to antibiotics. The
next step involves developing a regulatory system in India, similar to OSHA.
UDMSOD Makes Distinct Impression on Pierre Fauchard
Academy Induction Ceremony
On Thursday, February 25, the UDMSOD Chicago Midwinter Meeting Alumni
Reception was held in conjunction with a special Pierre Fauchard Academy
Induction Ceremony at the Chicago Cultural Center. Several alumni and faculty
were inducted at the event while others had featured roles. Congratulations to
those who were recognized for leadership in dentistry!
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Detroit Mercy Dental Inductees:
. Salwa Atwan D.D.S. ’95, Chairperson of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry
. Monish Bhola D.D.S. ‘03
. Nathalie Dube D.D.S. ‘06
. (Robert) Graham Greenland B.S. ’10, D.D.S. ‘15
. Dincer Gurun D.D.S. ’03, Chairperson of the Department of Restorative Dentistry
. Melanie Mayberry, D.D.S., M.S., Chairperson of the Department of
Patient Management
. Elmer Newness, D.D.S., M.B.A., Interim Assistant Dean of Academic Administration
. Tim Saunders, D.D.S., Assistant Dean of Clinic Administration
Highlights of the Night:
Ashley D’Agostini D.D.S. ‘16 gave a speech about student insight to the
dental profession
Dr. John Molinari, UDM Professor Emeritus provided a course intro and
introduced Dr. Carlos Ramirez D.D.S. ’05 who presented
Graham Greenland B.S. ’10, D.D.S. ’15 receives
his induction into the Pierre Fauchard Academy
Dr. William Demray D.D.S. ’75 and Dr. Ghabi Kaspo D.D.S. ’90 both received a Special
Achievement Award, along with a congratulatory note for the award and 40 years of
service presented by U. S. House of Representatives Representative, Dave Trott
Dean Mert Aksu addressed attendees
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OUTREACH
UDMSOD Community Service Project Provides
Custom-Fit Mouthguards for Local Athletes
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On November 5, 2015, a group of 15 dental students
from of Detroit Mercy Dental collaborated with the AEGD
(Advanced Education in General Dentistry) residents as
well as Dr. Mary Parise, AEGD Program Director, and
Maria Niedek , AEGD assistant, for a community service
project at the Detroit Downtown Boxing (DDB) gym.
as boxing, have inherent injury risks. Mouthguards
have shown to reduce the risk of sport-related dental
injuries and is recommended by the ADA.
The DBG Youth Program currently serves 65 students
between the ages of seven and 18 with a growing
waiting list of 400. More than 75% of the enrolled
students live within a three-mile radius of the gym in
Detroit. Many of the students are residents of the
nearby public housing units.
“Boxing is the hook to get, and keep,
kids in the program; but teaching them
to be productive members of society
is our passion,”
Coach Khali, Founder of Detroit Boxing Gym
According to the American Dental Association (ADA), all
ages, genders and skill levels are at risk of sustaining
dental injuries in sporting activities, including organized
and unorganized sports at both recreational and
competitive levels. Collision and contact sports, such
Detroit Mercy Dental serviced an on-site clinic at DDB
in order to provide 72 mouthguards, including a proper
fitting at delivery. Kids, parents, and coaches were
given instructions on wearing, cleaning, and storaging
the appliance. The kids were thrilled with their new blue
custom fit mouthguards and colorful cases.
At the mouthguard clinic, dental screening exams were
completed on each child to determine if there were any
obvious dental needs. Most were recommended a
routine exam and dental cleaning. The findings and
recommendations for follow-up treatment were
documented and a copy was provided to parents. All
kids received a goody bag containing toothpaste, a
toothbrush, and floss.
Proving to be a great success, dental students and
AEGD residents expanded the project to the U of D
Jesuit High School Wrestling team. Twenty-two more
mouthguards were made in time for the first
competition. Additional mouthguard clinics are slated
to be held for the other athletic teams at U of D.
OB-Oral Health Program Sets to Improve Health
Outcomes for Pregnant Patients
Through training, teaching, and treating, UDMSOD’s new OB-Oral
Health Program provides pregnant patients with optimum
healthcare while simultaneously creating an interdisciplinary
learning opportunity. Funded by Detroit Medical Center (DMC)
Foundation and led by Dr. Melanie E. Mayberry, Clinical
Associate Professor and Interim Chairman, Department of
Patient Management at University of Detroit Mercy School of
Dentistry and Dr. Bernard Gonik, Professor, Obstetrics and
Gynecology, Wayne State School of Medicine, the program
seeks to improve OB patient outcomes with collaborative care.
Launched in September 2015, the OB-Oral Health Program is
facilitated in the OB and dental clinics located at University Health
Center (UHC)/DMC. Detroit Mercy Dental students train Wayne
State University OB residents to perform proper oral health
screenings. This exchange allows dental students to become
familiar and more comfortable communicating with medical
counterparts and increases interaction with pregnant patients;
the OB becomes more informed about health as it relates to the
oral cavity and integrates oral health examinations into the
bedside manner.
On March 4 and April 8, UDMSOD hosted “Oral Health Pregnancy Day” as part of the OB-Oral Health Program. On each
day, 50 pregnant women received a team-based approach to
perinatal patient care including an oral health screening and
dental cleaning from fourth year dental students. In addition,
patients were given oral health care kits that include toothpaste,
toothbrush, floss, and provided referrals to schedule
appointments at the Detroit Mercy Dental Clinics.
DID YOU KNOW?
You can use our website to advance
your professional career!
HELP PATIENTS FIND YOU!
Join the Detroit Mercy Provider Directory.
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!
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.
For more information, visit:
www.dental.udmercy.edu/resources/opportunities/
Help them find you by completing the online form:
dental.udmercy.edu/alumni/directory-form
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DIVERSITY
Student Reflects Upon the Importance of Inclusion –
Why We Must Celebrate Our Differences
As a minority student, it is incredibly uplifting to connect with individuals from similar
backgrounds who are on the same career path. At Detroit Mercy, I have witnessed a
multitude of cultures and ethnicities, which have made me excited to learn more
about others. Initially, this was one of the very reasons I chose Detroit Mercy to
pursue my dream of becoming a dentist – because I could see the inclusive
environment. The Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) does an outstanding job to
ensure everyone is acknowledged, celebrated and brought together.
The most rewarding experience I have had during my involvement with the OMA
occurred well before I stepped foot into my first biochemistry class as a first year
dental student. In 2012, I was selected as member of the, then, pilot Summer
Enrichment Program (SEP) cohort and the following summer, in 2013, prior to my
freshman year at Detroit Mercy Dental, I worked as a resident assistant and mentor
at SEP. The program’s mission is to assist underrepresented minorities interested
in the dental field and guide them should they matriculate into dental school.
Tatum Miles
D.D.S. Class of 2017
President, Student National
Dental Association (SNDA)
It was truly gratifying to have been a member of the pilot group, return as a
student who successfully completed the program, and be accepted into dental
school. I did not look at the experience as a job, but as an opportunity for me to
show that regardless of your background you can succeed at anything your heart
desires. Today, it warms me to know I share the halls with two of my fellow SEP
cohort members, as well as those from consecutive years.
Whether I speak with aspiring middle and high school students hoping to become a
dentist, or collaborating with OMA to host Student National Dental Association
(SNDA) events such as Taste of Diversity, I am honored. Each has shaped me into
a more culturally competent health care professional and a progressively better
version of me each day.
Because of OMA, we are able to see the commonality amongst each other, yet
embrace our differences and remain prideful in who we are. The inclusion that
OMA facilitates has left a major impact on my future career and life. I can only
hope that it continues to pour into other students’ lives as it has done to mine.
Tatum Miles
D.D.S. Class of 2017
DID YOU KNOW?
Interested in
Mentoring a Student?
If you are interested in becoming an alumni mentor to
current UDMSOD students please contact Kimberly
Raleigh at [email protected]
RESEARCH
SMILE Detroit Launches First Inter-Disciplinary Workshop for
Dental, Medical and Physician Assistant Students
management that promote inter-professional leadership
on campuses and communities.
On February 16, SMILE Detroit presented their first
workshop at the Corktown Campus. During the morning
session Drs. Sanjay Chand, Ibrahim Zakhary, Francisco
Plaza Villegas, Michelle Wheater, and Professor Kathi
Shepherd facilitated an Oral Health Huddle where
dental, medical, and physician assistant students and
faculty worked together to discuss case studies.
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Students and faculty from Detroit Mercy, Detroit Mercy
School of Dentistry, and Wayne State University School
of Medicine were one of six teams chosen by national
competition to participate in the 2015 Inter-professional
Leadership Program sponsored by the Physician
Assistant Education Association (PAEA). The program,
SMILE Detroit: Students of Michigan for Interprofessional Leadership Education, aims to bolster
health professions students’ knowledge, skills and
attitudes about health equity, advocacy and change
In the afternoon, a Clinic Bootcamp encompassed
information and activities on head and neck
examinations, fluoride varnish, and oral health
instruction. Professor Cindy Lord, Founding Director of
the Case Western Reserve University Physician Assistant
Program, presented a seminar entitled “Why Oral
Health?” In total, eight faculty and 28 students from a
variety of disciplinary participated in the workshop.
SMILE Detroit team members: Rami Nazarian ’17, Sylvie Hang ’14 (UDM
physician assistant student and alumna of the UDM dental hygiene
degree completion program), Theresa Gattari (Wayne State second year
medical student), Kendall Gjetaj (Wayne State second year physician
assistant student), faculty mentor Amy Dereczyk, M.S. (Chair of the UDM
Physician Assistant Program)
Dr. Michelle Wheater Helps Launch ADEA/Gies
Foundation’s First Academic Career Day
The first ADEA/Gies Foundation Academic Career Day was
held on February 16, and was the culmination of a yearlong collaboration between Dr. Michelle Wheater at the
Detroit Mercy Dental, Dr. Zsuzsa Horvath at the University
of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, and Dr. Karen
Novak at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at
Houston School of Dentistry.
Funded through the ADEA/Gies Foundation, the sevenhour program included telecasts from each school and
local sessions. The event was designed to provide
student participants with information on academic
careers, with the goal that they might consider
academics as an option after graduation.
Detroit Mercy site coordinators were Dr. Michelle
Wheater, Assistant Dean of Research and Scholarly
Achievement, and Professor Kathi Shepherd, Assistant
Dean of Educational Development and Assessment.
There were 16 dental and dental hygiene student
participants. Faculty participants included Drs. Eric
Krukonis, Cindy Bauer, Ibrahim Zakhary, Rafael Pacheco,
Ashok Balasundaram, and Professor Kristina OkolisanMulligan. Dean Mert Aksu, and Interim Assistant Dean
for Academic Administration Dr. EJ Newness provided
insights into their career paths and discussed aspects of
being a faculty member and administrator.
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FINANCIAL
Giving Stories
Thanks to the generosity of Detroit Mercy alumni and friends, we are able to make updates
and improvements to our facility and equipment, curriculum and overall student experiences.
Because of you, we educate practice-ready graduates and produce leaders in the oral health
profession. We continue to thank you for your support.
Learn about how you can make a gift to Detroit Mercy Dental, by visiting our website:
dental.udmercy.edu/give/
Dr. John Kamar reading a book to his grandson and relaxing.
Dr. Alyssa Cairo is also an equestrian in her down time as pictured
here with horse, Owen.
John Kamar, D.D.S. ‘72
Alyssa L. Cairo, D.D.S. ‘00
Over the last 43 years since graduating, I have spent
many hours as a clinical instructor at Detroit Mercy. I
love working with the students, have made many
wonderful friends, enjoyed the fellowship with my
colleagues and grown professionally. For these
reasons, I have chosen to give back and financially
support all the improvements at our amazingly updated
dental facility. If you have not been to visit the School,
you should go! It is definitely not the same dental
school we once experienced.
I choose to support Detroit Mercy as part of an ongoing
commitment to my profession, my fellow alumni, and
future alumni. I take great pride in the education that
afforded me my career, and I aspire for the dental
school to remain a vibrant facility for future generations.
Without the support of rank and file alumni, the school
cannot possibly remain focused on its historical mission
of providing outstanding dental professionals to
independently serve the local Metro Detroit region.
Adding my support to the chorus of outstanding
graduates helps me stay connected to both the mission
and success of our shared passion for excellence - and
affords me a voice in future developments.
DID YOU KNOW?
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 community.udmercy.edu/benefits.
Mert N. Aksu, Dean | dental.udmercy.edu
Teaching & Learning
# of
Departments
# of
Programs
8
6
Facts & Figures
Year
Founded
1932
# of
Students
D.D.S.
D.H.
Patient Services
Appointments
per year
DDS
DH
Grad/Specialty
Faculty Practice
Staff dentist/other
79,637
43,740
2,311
15,321
11,235
7,030
Uncompensated care written off annually
(at student fees)
$
845,089
Alumni Giving
Faculty /
Student
Ratio
Total Annual Giving
Graduate
$
853,289
117
47
# of donations
over 1K
1:6
# of donations
over 2K
Class of 2019
# of DDS
applicants
1601
21
20
3.53
6,708
# of Alumni
49 31
Leading Edge CAD/CAM
Technology Video Capture Learning
InVision Cameras
Lexicomp
Electronic Health Records
576
313.494.6611 | [email protected]
Budget
Revenue
DAT Academic
Scores
Perceptual
Average
GPA
02
04
06
08
01
Gross Tuition
77%
Clinic Revenue
11%
Fees
2%
Grants & Other
1%
00
Expense
6%
1%
7%
11%
48%
Student Life
21
40
20
31
Student Organizations
Students Involved in
Research
Missions Trips in last 5 years
27%
Compensation
Indirect Cost & Debt Service
Supplies/Travel
Other Misc.
Students Attending ADEA
Annual Session 2016
(11 presenting)
Scholarship
Capital
University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry 2700 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Detroit, Michigan 48208
45
When it comes to your oral health,
trust a DETROIT MERCY dentist.
Expert knowledge. Expert care.
Find your Detroit Mercy dentist today:
dental.udmercy.edu/patient/findDetroitMercyprovider
The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry
2700 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Detroit, Michigan 48208
ALUMNI BOARD
YOU SHOULD BE PROUD!
In my experience traveling the country with
my sons, niece and nephew, all whom
interviewed at various dental schools, I toured
many facilities and learned about many other
programs. In the end, I remain confident
University of Detroit Mercy School of
Dentistry provides the best education
available to future dentists.
. Of the schools I visited, our alma mater
Dr. Theodore Degenhardt III ‘79
possessed the most superior physical or
technological capabilities.
. Here, the faculty body is as diverse in
culture as it is in health expertise and has an
indisputable dedication to students.
. Outreach initiatives are abundant and
students are eager to participate, even
volunteering weekend time to provide
treatment to the underserved at the studentrun St. Vincent DePaul Clinic.
. Curriculum incorporates a unique
community outreach program which is
spread throughout Michigan and is a
requirement for fourth year students.
. We are one of the few dental schools to
offer portable dentistry experience in the
form of a mobile dental clinic, Titans for
Teeth.
. UDMSOD’s research and interdisciplinary
education programs with other health
professionals are growing exponentially,
each providing students with critical
thinking skills and wisdom to assess unique
patient needs.
My point is: we should be proud – and as
alumni, we should be sharing our pride.
I encourage you to be part of Detroit
Mercy Dental.
We should not only be proud
of the education we have
received and the careers we
enjoy, but also of UDMSOD
and currently enrolled
students, faculty, and
administration...
Here are a few ways to become more
connected:
1) Attend Alumni Day. Consider bringing a
former classmate. The speakers are interesting
and entertaining; and with such outstanding
company, you are sure to network with some
of dentistry’s best.
2) Take a CE course. Detroit Mercy provides
didactic and hands-on continuing education
that is up to date, practical, and applicable
to day-to-day practice.
3) Become a mentor. Students crave the
guidance of someone who has “been
through it”. Help a student transition from
student to doctor. If this is something you
are interested in, contact Kimberly Raleigh,
Director of Alumni Relations:
[email protected].
4) Find us at annual meetings at the Detroit
Mercy Alumni Receptions where you will
always meet someone new.
As your education has provided you with so
much, I guarantee your continued alumni
involvement will give back in the same manner.
I look forward to seeing you more often!
Sincerely,
Theodore Degenhardt III, D.D.S., ’79
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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
Kimberly Raleigh,
R.D.H. ‘01, M.H.S.A. ‘06
Director
us be your source for evidence-based
“Let
and clinically relevant courses to help you
meet your life-long learning goals.
“
JULY
Thursday, July 14
Wednesday, July 20
Open Wide: Managing Pediatric
Patients with Open Apices
A Hands-On Review of Local
Anesthesia for the Dental Practitioner
Jason G. Souyias, D.D.S., M.S.
Susan Paurazas, D.D.S., M.H.S.A., M.S.
Pamela Zarkowski, J.D., M.P.H.
Park Place Hotel, Traverse City
9 a.m. – noon
3 CEUs (Lecture)
Villa Penna, Sterling Heights
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
3 CEUs (Lecture)
Ana Janic, D.D.S., M.S.
Lynne Morgan, R.D.H., M.S.
W. Choong Foong, Ph.D.
Friday, July 8
When Was The Last Time You Gave
Periodontal Disease to a Patient?
UDMSOD Corktown Campus, Detroit
3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
5 CEUs (Lecture and Hands-On)
Friday-Saturday, July 15-16
Saturday, July 9
Periodontal Maintenance:
What Are We Maintaining?
Understanding the Basics of Surgical
and Restorative Dental Implant Therapy
Jason G. Souyias, D.D.S., M.S.
Ahmad M. Fard, D.D.S., M.S.
Anthony Neely, D.D.S., M.Dent.Sc., Ph.D.
9 a.m. – noon
3 CEUs (Lecture)
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday, July 22
M. David Campbell Geriatric
Symposium: Legal and Ethical
Communications with Elderly
Patients and Dental Pharmacological
and Medical Considerations
Sanjay Chand, M.D.
John C. Palanci, D.D.S.
Elizabeth Rodems, M.S.W., L.M.S.W.
The Inn at St. John’s, Plymouth
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
6 CEUs (Lecture)
Saturday, July 23
Wednesday, Aug. 10
Friday, Aug. 26
Funktional Business Training
for Dentists
Integration and Interpretation of
CBCT Technology in a General
Office
Oral Cancer & Precancerous Lesions:
Diagnosis & Management –
An Update
Arnaldo I. DiRezze, D.D.S.
Christopher Thornburgh
Junu Ojha, B.D.S., M.S.
Mark T. Murphy, D.D.S.
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
6 CEUs (Lecture)
DoubleTree, Dearborn
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
2 CEUs (Lecture)
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
6 CEUs (Lecture)
Friday, July 29
Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Sedation for
the Dental Hygienist and Registered
Dental Assistant
Joan Lewis, D.D.S., M.S.D
Claudine Sordyl, R.N., M.S.
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)
AUGUST
Friday-Saturday, Aug. 5-6
Implant Site Bone Augmentation:
Principles and Applications for
Continuous Success
Friday, Aug. 12
Dental Lasers: Basic Competency
Hands-On Workshop
Annette Skowronski, D.D.S.
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
6 hours (Lecture and Hands-On)
Thursday, Sept. 15
Hospital Dentistry: Treating Kids
and Special Needs Patients in a
Hospital Setting
Alan Klein, D.D.S., J.D., L.L.M., M.A.
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
2 CEUs (Lecture)
Friday, Aug. 19
Infection Control in Dentistry
Friday, Sept. 16
Nahid Kashani, D.D.S., M.S.D.
Sanjay Chand, M.D.
Evidence-Based Smile Design:
Laminate Veneers and
All-Ceramic Crowns
St. Mary’s Cultural Center, Livonia
9 a.m. – noon
3 CEUs (Lecture)
Bassam M. Kinaia, D.D.S., M.S.
Anthony Neely, D.D.S., M.Dent.Sc., Ph.D.
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
14 hours (Lecture and Hands-On)
SEPTEMBER
Thursday, Aug. 25
Ahmad M. Fard, D.D.S., M.S.
Michael Linebaugh, D.D.S., M.S.
The Iroquois Club, Bloomfield Hills
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
6 CEUs (Lecture)
Acute Pain Management in Dentistry
W. Choong Foong, B.Sc. (Hons), Ph.D.
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
3 CEUs (Lecture)
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HOMECOMING
FRIDAY, SEPT. 30
The 3 Drivers of Sustained Practice Growth and SUCCESS
Mark Murphy, D.D.S.
Detroit Mercy McNichols Campus, Detroit
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | 3 CEUs (Lecture)
Thursday-Friday, September 22-23
Understanding Optical Scanners and
CAD/CAM Restorations in Modern
Dentistry
Ahmad Fard, D.D.S., M.S.
Eliana Sanchez, D.D.S.
Thursday: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. and
Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
OCTOBER
Thursday, Oct. 6
Legal and Ethical Considerations in
Treating the Adolescent Patient
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
3 CEUs (Lecture)
Wednesday, Oct. 26
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.
Waldenwoods Resort and Conference
Center, Hartland
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
4 CEUs (Lecture)
Friday, Oct. 21
Wednesday, Sept. 28
Herbal/Nutritional Supplements:
Facts and Fiction in the Dental
Practice
Sanjay Chand, M.D.
Villa Penna, Sterling Heights
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
3 CEUs (Lecture)
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.
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 28
Dentistry Simplified:
Pearls for Your Practice
Mohamed Harunani, D.D.S.
The Townsend Hotel, Birmingham
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
7 CEUs (Lecture)
NOVEMBER
Wednesday, Nov. 2
Acute Pain Management in Dentistry
Holiday Inn, Flint
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
3 CEUs (Lecture)
Wednesday, Nov. 9
Saturday, Nov. 19
A Hands-On Review of Local
Anesthesia for the Dental Practitioner
Periodontal Theraphy: A Hands-On
Approach to Best Practices
Ana Janic, D.D.S., M.S.
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.
3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Contact Us
Phone: 313-494-6626
Email: [email protected]
To register, or for complete course
information, visit: dental.udmercy.edu/ce
We are pleased to announce that most UDMSOD CE
courses are offered to UDM alumni at a 10% discount.
Please make sure to choose ‘alumni’ as part of your
highest credential when registering for all courses.
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.
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.
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