Celebrating a Successful 2018
December is a traditional time for reflecting on accomplishments of the year. At the risk of sounding like a holiday letter, it has been a pretty good year!
Read MoreRepresenting Endodontics on an International Stage at IFEA 2018
Last month, our Immediate Past President Dr. Garry Myers, Executive Director Ken Widelka and I had the distinct pleasure of representing the AAE at the International Federation of Endodontic Associations (IFEA) 11th World Endodontic Congress in Seoul.
Read MoreOur Future is Bright
Last month’s President’s message outlined changes to specialty status that can negatively affect the practice of endodontics. This month, I would like to present a more positive perspective, my belief that the future of endodontics looks great.
Read MoreSix Pieces of Wisdom to My Younger Self
Dr. Taylor shares pieces of advice he would give to his younger self.
Read MoreEndodontics: Are We Special?
Recent events have led some of our members to question what defines endodontics as a specialty. The Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), the ADA Commission for developing and implementing accreditation standards for dental education, recently removed the word “specialty” from all CODA documentation.
Read More‘Tis the Season of Renewal
June is the transition month that takes us from spring to summer and is the traditional season of renewal and growth. Consider the renewal of your AAE membership and the benefits that it brings, then further your professional growth through continuing education, networking and community involvement.
Read MoreFirmly Focused on the Future
We have been fortunate over the 30 years I have known this organization to have benefited from some excellent leadership. Decisions were made over these years which have positioned the specialty of endodontics for success in 2018. I hope to lead our current Board of Directors in a similar forward-looking perspective.
Read MoreChange is the Law of Life
In his final President’s Message, Dr. Garry L. Myers addresses several key items that are likely on the minds of AAE members.
Read MoreTracking Toward the Mile High City
In a little over two months we will convene in Denver for AAE18 – our annual association meeting. The AAE annual meeting continues to be the most comprehensive endodontic education summit, vendor exhibition and networking opportunity in the world.
Read MoreProposed Change to AAE Membership Requirements
After reviewing the 2017 Member Needs Survey results, the Constitution and Bylaws Committee made the recommendation to modify the AAE Bylaws by removing the requirement for membership in the ADA or its international equivalent.
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