SERVICE IS OUR CALLING - KEY PUBLICATION ARTICLE

11/25/18 — 2018 GREATER NEW YORK DENTAL MEETING — NEW YORK, NY

This program will give participants a roadmap to getting involved in international volunteer projects. The presentation will cover project availability, preparedness, comparison of service and teaching projects, and basic volunteering. Dr. Serio will address these issues from his more than 37 years of involvement in international and domestic programs. There will also be a short overview of dental conditions around the world.

This program will help attendees identify why they are interested in volunteering, help them find a "best fit" project and learn the basics of volunteering, including what to do and how to find resources to support the project.

10/18/18 — ADA/ICD ANNUAL MEETING —HONOLULU, HI

This program is designed for dentists, dental hygienists, and other interested parties who want to learn more about the nuts and bolts of volunteering around the world or around the block. It is useful for those with some volunteering experience looking for new ideas or just validation of what they are doing. Topics include the nature of volunteer activities, cross-cultural issues, comparison of service and teaching projects, how to get started either at home or abroad, volunteering overseas and at home, as well as where to find these volunteer opportunities. This program provides interaction with the clinician and other experienced members of the audience.

During this program attendees will learn to identify why they are interested in volunteering. They will also learn to compare and contrast the nature of teaching and service projects with the advantages and disadvantages of each type.

9/08/18 — SOUTHWEST DENTAL CONFERENCE — DALLAS, TX

This volunteer seminar identifies the needs for dental volunteers, the basis for volunteering and qualifications of volunteers. Learn what fixed/portable equipment and supplies are needed and about local, national and international locations as well as organizations to contact. Attendees will also receive details on starting a trip, joining another group trip or teaching in a school. They will have the opportunity to see recent photos and videos of existing missions, hear testimonies from participants and network.

6/06/18 — ACADEMY OF GENERAL DENTISTRY — NEW ORLEANS, LA

Me? Going on a mission trip? You've got to be kidding! That's the initial thought of many dentists who have never done something like this before. However, there's no time like the present to hear from dynamic colleagues who have a passion for sharing their talents, skills and heart with those less fortunate. Get the big picture, plus the small details.

During this course attendees will identify the needs for dental volunteers, basis for volunteering and qualifications of volunteers. Learn what fixed/portable equipment and supplies are needed and learn about local, national and international locations as well as organizations to contact. Get the details of starting a trip, joining another group trip or teaching in a school. See recent photos and videos of existing missions, hear testimonies from participants and network.

5/05/18 — TEXAS DENTAL ASSOCIATION MEETING — SAN ANTONIO, TX

During this seminar, attendees will learn to identify the needs for dental volunteers, basis for volunteering, qualifications of volunteers, point out local, national, and international locations and groups and individuals involved