HRSA Faculty Loan Repayment Program Now Accepting Applications
Dentists are now able to apply for the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Faculty Loan Repayment Program. Through the program, “the HRSA will repay up to $40,000 of student loan debt over two years in exchange for service at an eligible health professions school.” Applications are due by June 30 at 7:30 p.m. ET. Learn…
Read MoreAAE Leadership Meets with Dental Directors
By Catherine French The AAE’s biennial meeting with dental directors from many of the major dental benefit plans took place May 3 in Scottsdale, Ariz. The dental directors are recent or currently practicing dentists who serve on a payer’s senior management team, with responsibilities include claims adjudication, payment policy and provider relations. AAE President Dr…
Read MoreThanks for a Great Save Your Tooth Month!
We are blown away by the level of participation we have witnessed all May long in celebration of Save Your Tooth Month! As you can see below, many of you showcased your creativity on Instagram. Stay tuned as we reveal the Save Your Tooth Month Social Media “Endofluencers” Class of 2022 later this summer! In…
Read More“Things, They are a Changing!”
Have you ever thought about how the specialty of endodontics has changed over the course of your career? Whether you are approaching retirement, a mid-career practitioner, a recent graduate, or an educator, you have undoubtedly witnessed an endodontic evolution. Even if you are a current resident, the rapid influx of innovative technology, techniques, and materials,…
Read MoreMeet Catherine French: AAE’s Associate Executive Director for Advocacy and Professional Relations
AAE’s Associate Executive Director for Advocacy and Professional Relations Catherine French joined the AAE in March of 2022. She joined the AAE with 11 years in Association work, most recently as the Director of Health Policy at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. In her current role, she supports the AAE’s strategic goal for the…
Read MoreCalifornia Doer: Dr. Stefan I. Zweig Lives the Dream in the Golden State
By Elisabeth Lisican Newly installed AAE President Dr. Stefan I. Zweig was born in Brooklyn, NY. But make no mistake, he is a Californian through and through — from his childhood to present day. Dr. Zweig graduated from UCLA in 1982 with a B.S. in Biochemistry. He received his dental degree from the University of…
Read MoreLet’s Get Social
By Robert W. Heydrich, D.M.D, M.S. Social media has become a ubiquitous part of our lives. We share ideas, opinions, special events and connect with friends and loved ones. For several years now, different businesses have also made their way on to these platforms. Why? Well, to allow consumers to become familiar with their products…
Read MoreCongratulations to Dr. Anibal Diogenes for Winning the Prestigious Piper Teaching Award
Anibal Diogenes, D.D.S., M.S., Ph.D., professor and vice-chair of the Department of Endodontics within the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry, was named a 2022 Piper Professor by the Minnie Stevens Piper Foundation. “Although Anibal does not play baseball (his only weakness) – he is truly a triple threat!” said JOE Editor Dr. Ken M.…
Read MorePrepare Your Student Loans for Rising Rates With SoFi
As an AAE member, leverage exclusive SoFi’s resources to take control of your student loans before rates rise: AAE members can take advantage of an exclusive rate discount of 0.375% (normally 0.25%) by refinancing through SoFi.com/AAE. Hurry, the offer ends 5/31/22! Debt management resources—take advantage of rate calculators, student loan guides, and other tools to…
Read MoreResident Reception Brings Future Endos Together
Designed exclusively for the endodontic resident, the Resident Reception organized by the Resident and New Practitioner Committee and taking place at the Arizona Wilderness Beer Garden, was a chance for our Endo Strong residents to reunite or meet for the very first time. The event is a valuable opportunity for the newest members of the…
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