CDA Journal thanks Dr. Shue for his service, welcomes new associate editor Dr. Watanabe

The staff of the Journal of the California Dental Association expresses its deep gratitude to Brian K. Shue, DDS, CDE, for his dedication to producing an exceptional journal experience for our readers. Over his 12 years as associate editor, Dr. Shue contributed thoughtful and sometimes provocative commentary, challenging readers to consider topics and concerns relevant to the profession. His very personal editorial “The Dis Ease of Microaggressions” was reprinted in the Journal of the American College of Dentists and the SDDS Nugget. He also served as guest editor for the May 2009 issue of the Journal “Serving the Underserved,” which was used by the American Dental Association to help inform its leadership.

Dr. Shue is the dental director of a federally qualified health center and is a certified dental editor. He served as president of the American Association of Dental Editors and Journalists (AADEJ), managing to successfully navigate through some very rough existential seas and bring the organization to a safe harbor. Dr. Shue was also the editor of the San Diego County Dental Society for 15 years.

His quiet, unassuming manner belies his steadfast and dependable self. We are grateful for his professionalism and his perennially positive attitude.

We are excited to welcome our new associate editor, Marisa K. Watanabe, DDS, MS. Dr. Watanabe is an associate dean for community partnerships and access to care in the College of Dental Medicine at Western University. Dr. Watanabe, who has worked with dental publications throughout her educational career, has been a frequent reviewer as well as a guest editor for the Journal. We are pleased Dr. Watanabe has agreed to join the Journal team and look forward to her contributions.

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