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Presidential address d4's reflection Research spotlight women in dentistry looking back at nlc
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7 Getting into that gpr 9 Research spotlight: rARE AMELOBLASTOMA TUMOR 11 A LITTLE LAUGH 13 women in dentistry 15 health and wellness
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................................... a publication of The Ohio State University American Student Dental Association
................................... MAGAZINE CONTRIBUTORS Editor-In-Chief Samantha Lindsey (D2) Assistant Editors Lindsay O'Donnell (D1) Ilana Kramer (D1) Contributing Writers Justine Bednarski (D4) Chelsea Colburn (D4) Andrea Deuschle (D2) Alan George (D3) Paul Geuy (D1) Aaron Manos (D2) Morgan McDermott (D2) Duane Neidert (D3) Stephanie Sforza (D2) Michael Thomas II (D1) Andrea Tstalis (D2) Layout & Design Samantha Lindsey (D2) Photography
Aaron Haah (D1) ................................... EXECUTIVE COUNCIL President Mike Andes (D2) President-Elect Scott Balzer (D1) Vice President Morgan McDermott (D2) Treasurer Stephanie Sforza(D2) Secretary Beth Francis (D2) Legislative Liaison Tony Matteiotti (D2) Immediate Past President Alan George (D3)
................................... Email inquiries & submissions to: lindsey.267@osu.edu www.asda.org.ohio-state.edu
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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Over the past two years, I have had the pleasure of being the Editor-In-Chief of 12th and Neil Magazine for our Ohio State ASDA Chapter. It has been a true honor to be handed a publication that is so important and has the ability to reach so many students. I have learned so many things about ASDA, and it is through this experience that I have stepped outside of our Postle walls to make an impact on the National Level. Being chosen to play the role of District Trustee is a huge honor, and one I would not be ready for had it not been for this publication. I have so many people to thank for getting to this position today. First of all, the 2015 and 2016 Executive Boards of OSU ASDA who read a short application by an relatively unknown D1, and decided I had the ability to fulfill this position. Next I have to thank the 2017 Executive Board for allowing me to take a second year to continue growing this publication. Those three groups of people are those I credit with the beginnings of my #ASDAFEVER. Next on my list, the 2018 Executive Board, which happen to be some of my very best friends. They inspire me on a daily basis, and remind me of what makes me want to become a better leader. The two people who pushed me and encouraged me to apply to be the next District Trustee are Justine Bednarski and Beth Francis. Justine, being the 2017-18 Trustee, encouraged me throughout the year to get involved Nationally, and then when the time came for me to question if I could handle that responsibility, she reminded me I could. Beth and I had a conversation outside of school one afternoon where she encouraged me to apply because as she reminded me, "What do you have to lose?". It was scary to step up and give it a shot, when so many others are qualified for that position, and you question if you truly are or not. Lastly, I have to thank my parents for putting up with my dramatic moments over the past two years. I, at times, get very worked up and determined for things to workout the way I planned. They have listened to many phone calls about things they may not care about near as much
as I do, and without doubt have many more to come. Without these people I would not be in the position in ASDA I am in today. So THANK YOU! My last letter from the editor I can't complete without emphasizing for the last time, everyone who takes the time to read this, get involved! It will be worth it I promise you. Not one moment has went by when I regretted my involvement in ASDA. So many do not see the benefits, but that is because you haven't taken advantage of them. Attend an event, join a committee, or apply for a trip. You never know, you might find yourself in my shoes in the near future. This issue is one I am very proud of, it is filled with so many insightful articles on any topic you can imagine. I encourage everyone to take some time out of your day to read over some of the articles. There are topics that would appeal to anyone. Finally, to the new editors, I wish you great luck on the next year of your life. This magazine will bring you so much joy in producing. It will at times be stressful, but it will be worth it when that printed publication comes back with your name listed inside. The happiness of seeing people picking it up and flipping through the pages will instantaneously put a smile on your face. I am here for anyone who has questions about ASDA or if you just need a person to vent to! Once again thank you to each one of you that has taken the time to read my issues over the past two years.
I've been lucky. Opportunities don't often come along. So, when they do, you have to grab them. ~Audrey Hepburn
Samantha - Samantha Lindsey Editor-in-Chief
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Thirteen OSU ASDA members travelled to Chicago for the National Leadership Conference hosted by National ASDA. The event provided the opportunity to listen to keynote speakers, attend breakout sessions, and make valuable connections to benefit the future. Attendees also enjoyed social activities like a night cruise on Lake Michigan and an 80's themed night. 4
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Breakfast with Santa
Seven ASDA members volunteered to help with the Ronald Mcdonald House of Columbus annual Breakfast with Santa event. They sold raffle tickets, helped with the silent auction, and passed out gifts to children.
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Pre-Dent Day Unverferth House
The Unverferth House is a place for families of hospitalized patients to have a place to stay. Nine ASDA members helped with cleaning up the outside of the house by raking leaves, mowing the lawn, and organzing some storage space. It was a great opportunity to support a community located so close to our school.
OSU ASDA hosted the annual Pre-Dent Day. This event is one of the largest OSU ASDA has hosted, and it is nationally recognized. Once again it was a success with 127 pre-dental students in attendance. Check out a picture from the event on the cover.
ODA Lunch and Learn
OSU ASDA hosted the ODA's Director of Legal and Legislative services Nathan Delong for a Lunch and Learn. Mr. Nate Delong spoke about the purpose of the ODA and addressed some of the hot-button dental issues, namely "Strategies for reaching underserved populations". Dr. Matthew Messina aided in the presentation, giving valuable perspective on how dental advocacy has changed over the years and reinforcing the ODA's core message.
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The Molar Bear Activity was a National ASDA creation, in which participating dental schools had one week to parade the Molar Bear around spreading the word about grassroots advocacy and gathering footage for a video. Our video highlighted ASDA's Engage website, which allows students to send ADA pre-approved letters to Congress members in support or in opposition to legislation that affects dentistry. 27
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Upcoming Events Tiny Table Discussions - Every Tuesday outside the Canteen March 28 Samson Dental Lunch and Learn April 2Dental Dreams Lunch and Learn April 5Oldfield's Fundraiser and pre-dental waxing clinic April 8-10 National ADA Dentist and Student Lobby Day April 12 American Academy of Periodontology Lunch and Learn April 16Oral Surgrey Residency Lunch and Learn
ImmediaDent Bowling Night
As a way to celebrate finishing finals, Immediadent hosted a bowling night for ASDA members. Food and drinks were provided as well as two hours of free bowling. This was a great event to bring the family to and enjoy a relaxing night after the stress of exams!
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When I applied for the ASDA National Leadership Conference, I wasn’t sure what to expect but knew it would help my career in dentistry some way. What I experienced was a special memory I will always look fondly upon. I encountered leaders in all areas of the dental profession, met students from a variety of schools, and heard from exceptional speakers regarding the immense impact those in healthcare professions can have.
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Upon arriving at the convention, our Ohio State chapter had the chance to meet students from districts all around the country. We had the chance to see how other school curricula were taught, discuss simulation labs, and discuss how advocacy worked at other districts. It was surprising to see how quickly one could learn how the individual chapter, district, and national levels all interacted with one another! Among the keynote speakers at the conference, my personal favorite was Austin Eubanks. Eubanks is a survivor of the 1999 Columbine High School shooting in Colorado. Despite being physically stable after the shooting, he suffered mentally and emotionally beyond what anyone could possibly imagine. Austin chose to deal with his pain through elicit substances and alcohol. The vicious cycle of addiction consumed him and began to destroy his personal life, relationships with friends, marriage, and family. Through multiple rehabilitation attempts, Austin broke free from his addictions and returned to a normal life. Austin has chosen to help others through their struggles by charity work, speaking events, and personal interventions for those currently suffering from addiction. The point of Austin’s story was for others to acknowledge that everyone has a past and might be suffering
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beneath their surface exterior – we as dentists should always be fully compassionate towards our patients and understand that each is unique. The biggest lessons I took away from the National Leadership Conference were the importance of humility as a professional individual, a thorough explanation of leadership in society, and significance of organized dentistry as it relates to everyone in dentistry. While gaining a professional degree is exciting, we need to keep in mind that every patient we see is a human being just like ourselves – we all experience the same basic emotions, feelings, and stages of life as one another. Leadership is a characteristic that one achieves when they are constantly striving to makes others better. Finally, the collective initiatives of dentists around the country allows the positive impact on the profession as a whole and for generations to come. Attending the 2017 ASDA National Leadership Conference was an experience I will reflect on as nothing but positive. Needless to say, the conference sparked a new passion for me that will hopefully lead to a fulfilling career in organized dentistry at the Ohio State and District 6 levels.
Leadership By: Michael Thomas II, '21
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Don’t Blink
A D4's Reflection on the Dental School Journey & the First Year Out As A GPR Resident
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How many times have you heard time flies? Graduation will be here before you know it? I could say I heard that every time I complained about dental school; so probably every day for the last four years. It’s a wonder how four hour lectures can drag and years can pass in the 7 blink of an eye. It’s truly never too early to think about your future plans; if anything, it can keep a light at the end of this dental school tunnel… Cue my path to GPR. In undergrad, all of my hours of observation were completed at Mercy Hospital in Canton, Ohio. I loved the group practice dynamics mixed with complex patient needs within a bigger hospital setting. It was the most significant dental experience I had ever had; as like most dental students I have never had any interesting dental work actually done. While in Canton, I was able to see a wheelchair tilting device used to prop back a patient who had a resection of his palate and an obturator fitted. Dentistry was then planted in my mind as a medical need, not a cosmetic fix. I saw dentists providing a real service to
their medically compromised patients. In dental school, third and fourth years definitely fill that role; maybe more than they ever will in the future. With four page typed out medical histories and medications, limited mobility and resources like transportation, our patients rely on us heavily. I knew I wanted to continue the path of providing medically necessary dentistry after my time at Postle. For the first time in my life, I started putting all my eggs in one basket. I wanted the GPR in my hometown in the hospital most of my family has worked for. D2 year, I spent my spring break observing in their clinic. By January of D3 year, I sent a request to be placed at that GPR for OHIO Project as much as possible. What better way to give back than to return to the town that built me into who I am today. After spending four weeks working side by side with residents and faculty that have built successful businesses, I gained an enormous amount of confidence. This program
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is also accredited as a pathway to licensure for the state of Ohio after the passing of House Bill 463 (which many ASDA members advocated diligently for during my tenure at Postle.) I kept up on the application process, interviewed in mid-October and was offered a position later that day. I will not be taking the CDCA examination as this residency, again, will fulfill my licensure and this process was the right fit for me. There are going to be many deciding factors for your future; financial, geographical, if you want to specialize or not. I would strongly consider a GPR to hone your skills, create a competitive portfolio of work for specialty residencies or broaden your horizons. If you told me in the beginning I would be voluntarily “giving up another year” to invest in my education, I would have laughed in your face. But I learned that dental school is just the foundation, there is so much more to learn. I feel a responsibility to my future patients to do so. A strong mentorship is crucial to your growth as a young professional; and a GPR has that built right in for those without family members or close friends in the dental field to serve as mentors. I hope you don’t sell yourself short in this process. Keep learning, networking and pushing yourself to be better in dentistry and your personal lives. Take a step back and realize how much you have really accomplished in these four years; how you have sold your early twenties (or maybe late thirties) in order to cash in on the fulfillment of the rest of your life. To D1s: please know that you are more than the
letter grades lined up on your buckeyelink. You have personality, you have charisma, you have so much joy to bring to others. Don’t shrink yourself to a letter. To D2’s: You. Will. Make. It. Out. That is all I have for you. D3’s: DIVE IN. Something as little as calling a patient can be intimidating (“WHAT DO I SAY?”) but the quicker you dive in, the quicker you can get to the good stuff. Someone is going to be your first patient, your first drill, extraction, endo etc. If they ask you how many times you’ve done this, take a page out of my classmate's book and say “… you wouldn’t believe.” To the upcoming D4’s: it’s time to get those requirements done and pop the bubble of dental school. This is a small 8 part of the big picture and it’s time to wake up and smell the coffee (because we’re all addicts now.) Challenge yourself, take on big cases, and dream big when it comes to your first year out of dental school. Me? I’ll be hanging in the Operating Room of a Level One Trauma center on call for the next year.
XOXO, Chelsea Colburn , DDS Candidate 2018
PGY1 Resident St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Class of 2019
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By: Andrea Tstalis, '20
"Ameloblastomas are benign odontogenic tumors defined by their local aggressive natures and high recurrence. These tumors represent ~1% of oral tumors and predominately are found in the posterior mandibular region (Figures 1 & 2)."
Ameloblastomas are odontogenic tumors whose name gives us a clear look into its histological origin, as “amel” is derived from the English “enamel” and “blastos” from the Greek “germ” (Figure 3). In addition to originating from tooth germ/enamel organ epithelium, ameloblastomas have been classified by the World Health Organization as having “mature fibrous stroma [that lacks] odontogenic ectomesenchyme.” The most common method of treating ameloblastomas involves tumor
resection, which results in removal of the lesion with margins of normal tissue. This procedure is associated with increased post-operative morbidity. (Figure 4). Upon learning of this cancer’s rare but aggressive nature and hoping to approach diagnosis/treatment in an innovative method, Cristina Ocrainiciuc (DDS Candidate, Class of 2020) began researching ameloblastomas through targeted DNA sequencing. Ocrainiciuc confronted the unmet need to study ameloblastomas through next generation sequencing (NGS) in order to uncover the presence of actionable events and potential novel driver mutations that cause such tumors.In conjunction with Dr. Sameek Roychowdhury’s lab at the Biomedical Research Tower, Ocrainiciuc aimed to identifty such genomic alterations using IGNITE (a DNA assay) to target 284 oncogenes and tumor suppressors. DNA was then extracted from formalin fixed paraffin embedded (FFPE) tissue samples (12 samples for IGNITE), indexed libraries were constructed, hybridized and captured with custom oligonucleotide probes followed by sequencing on a MiSeq desktop sequencer. Data was processed and analyzed through in-house
FIGURE 1 & 2: Radiographic presentation of these odontogenic tumors. Note the defined radiolucencies in the mandibular region of both radiographs. (Case courtesy of A.Prof Frank Gaillard, Radiopaedia.org, rID: 2577).
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bioinformatics pipelines. The IGNITE assay identified BRAF p.V600E mutation in 41.7% of the samples with variant frequency ranging from 25.89 to 37.08. In addition, 8% of the samples had an AKT1 p.E17K mutation with a variant frequency of 20.0%. Also noted was an FGFR4 p.G388R mutation in 25% of the
These results confirm BRAF as a potential actionable target, as has been shown in other studies completed in odontogenic tumors. Additionally, Ocrainiciuc found AKT1 p.E17K, an activating mutation not observed before in ameloblastoma, as a potential target for AKT inhibitors. (Of crossdiscplinary interest are current clinical trials also evaluating AKT inhibitors for patients with E17K mutations such as breast cancer.) FGFR4 was identified a novel therapeutic target for 10 ameloblastoma, also not previously described in literature for this tumor type. Looking forward, Ocrainiciuc believes further investigation of ameloblastoma with RNA sequencing approaches may uncover additional biology/targets while forging a future of personalized medicine.
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We decided to add something new into the mix by providing short single-question surveys to our ASDA members to see how they would answer based on our question. For our first survey we asked our students, “how often do you floss?” and we received a large variation of answers. As you can see from the pie chart, 32% of our students stated that they floss every single day, which is great news considering the profession we are in! An equal amount of our students responded by saying that they floss two to three times per week, which does not necessarily follow the guidelines we instruct to our patients, but it is better than the 24% of students that answered “rarely” or “once per week”. The final 12% of respondents stated that they floss every other day. Thankfully, nobody responded to our question with “never - only when my early clinic partner does it for me” because that would be disappointing! Overall, 76% of our students floss more than once per week and nearly a third floss every single day, so for that, I think our periodontology department would be proud! For the remaining 24% that do not floss nearly enough, you should step up your game! Thank you for filling out our survey and I hope you look forward to our next Slice of Postle Pie question!
By: Aaron Manos, '20
By: Morgan McDermott, '21
Dear Duane,
DEAR DUANE
There are many ways to communicate. I’ve experimented using many different forms over time. From teenager me using every four-letter word to convince referees that they might not be able to see very well to Fridays at midnight when no matter how hard I try nobody can seem to understand what on God’s green earth I’m trying to say, I’ve really dipped my toe in every form of communication. I’ve learned effective communication really comes down to a short list of rules to follow. The first rule is the one that I struggle with the most probably. It comes down to the simple idea of thinking before you open your mouth. No matter what your intention, a rushed statement can have a negative impact. No matter how infuriating it is when your patient cancels or when someone in clinic fails you for a dumb reason, voicing your opinion needs to be done in a logical and civil way. I know nothing would feel better than telling someone that they would need to remove their head from another part of their body, but it won’t produce any sort of positive results. Now if you just want to inflame somebody and spark up a fight, then by all means let it fly (make sure to let me know first so I can make some popcorn and pull up a comfy chair), but if you want things to change this may not be the best way to go about it. The second rule to follow is maintaining healthy eye contact and personal space. Notice I’m not saying you need to sit there and stare somebody down for the entirety of your 15-minute conversation. Be a normal human being. Everybody knows avoiding eye contact and not being close enough can lead someone to think of you as rude and not want to continue interacting with you, but the opposite can be just as bad. If you’re standing close enough where I can feel your breath (and more importantly smell what you had for lunch on your breath) and I can see that you haven’t blinked since we started speaking, then I’m probably more inclined to leave the conversation and not start one back up with you anytime soon. Maintaining an arm’s length distance and trying to make eye contact for the majority of the conversation can make a world of difference. The last rule is probably the simplest but least followed of any of these rules at the College of Dentistry. The people in this school with us are colleagues AND friends. Now some of you may be saying how can a professor be a friend. Ok fine, maybe they are not actually your friend, but you spend as much time with them as you would with any of your friends. If you’re spending that much time with them, you’re bound to build some sort of rapport. Have some fun with them when you’re talking to them. They want to be broken out of any boredom they are feeling at the school as much as you do. Now obviously don’t go crazy and start telling them about what your favorite drink at the bar was last night and how you can still taste it (especially because they will probably still be able to smell it on you) but being friendly with them is your best bet to get them to relate to you and have productive conversations. The same can be said of your conversations with classmates. Yes, we are all colleagues, but relating as people (not just as dentists) is even more important. I know I’ve talked about it before but talk about something with them other than teeth. When you say hi to someone maybe try saying “what did you do this weekend?” instead of “what kind of fillings are you doing in clinic today?” (I know many of us are guilty of this in clinic, including myself). It will pay dividends, I promise. With the number of things that go wrong at this school and need cooperation to fix, we need effective communication. Now will they all get fixed? No (and to be fair most of them probably won’t get fixed regardless), but anything that will make for a better environment in Postle Hall is something I can support. Love (and honor), Duane Neidert
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I know what you’re thinking: “a Women in Dentistry article – ugh, another socio-political outcry. I don’t need that kind of negativity in my life.” And to you out there hoping to find a fiery feminist article smack dab in 12th and Neil, I’m sorry to let you down - not that I wouldn’t do a bang up job of course… Everyone relax, getting political is not my objective here but rather my hope is that by the end of my spiel you might understand more about Association of Women Dentists (AWD) at OSU as well as some brief historical context and where we are today as women in dentistry. Shoot, maybe I’ll even inspire a few more male members to join (Shoutout to Jimmy Schooley).
Not unknown to most, dentistry has been a historically male dominated field. Bear with me for some statistics y’all: the percentage of women practicing dentistry would not rise over 3% until
1982; 6% in 1987, and 12% in 1995. In 2001 around 16% of practicing dentists were women. Six years later, in 2017 that percentage has nearly doubled in size to 31% (ADA, Health Policy Institute). Just thinking about this solely from a numbers standpoint this means that in 35 years women have gone from nearly nonexistent in the field, to now making up over a third of dentists in the US. On an OSU CoD level, the class of 2021 was admitted with a 51:59 male to female (46%) ratio. So without even getting into a dialogue about why women have been a minority in dentistry, it’s no political statement to say that women have come a long way to gain substantial representation by a sheer numbers standpoint. It’s interesting to note that it was never illegal for women to practice dentistry. A San Francisco newspaper article in the early 1900’s read, “There is both a new charm and a new terror in civilization. She is the woman with the forceps.” I can’t make this up people; this statement paints a clear picture of social constructs of that era. In the beginning when dentistry was a “trade,” a dentist wouldn’t fathom the idea of apprenticing a woman. Lucy Hobbs Taylor was the first female dentist to earn a degree after searching for several years for a dentist who would apprentice her. By the 1840’s dentistry became an established society
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with a journal and the first school of dentistry. Annie Romborger was the first woman to graduate from a full-curriculum school of dentistry, but not after almost being expelled “due to complaints from a minority of males.” So, it’s also not political to say that women have faced barriers in earning the respect to practice dentistry; general accepted social constructs being the example here.
So things are on what seems to be a steep incline for women in dentistry. We see this not only proven by statistics but now as evidence in that the ADA 2017 Annual Conference piloted a “Women in Dentistry Leadership Series.” Women are advancing to hold more top leadership positions within organized dentistry and earning acceptances to specialty programs at higher rates than ever before (ADA News). Now you’re thinking, “Get to the
point Andrea, what’s so important about OSU’s AWD?” Most people will tell you they join for the free wine glass, but if you actually want to get something out of it there are tons of events to get your $20 dues worth. This past year AWD hosted a bake sale to benefit KidSmiles, organized a Thanksgiving Potluck for members, took an office visit to Capital City dental with dinner hosted at Bucca Di Beppo afterward, pre-finals relaxation yoga, and this March will be hosting the annual Women’s Tea. Events like these facilitate opportunities for connections 14 with female dentists, with whom we can form relationships and gain invaluable mentorship. All of AWD’s events are aimed toward creating an environment where women can come together within the CoD for support, empowerment, and to also just have fun and be women together!
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Exercise has been proven to enhance mood, stress management and general health. Countless studies have proven the idea that physical activity improves academic achievement and reduces stress levels. Student Affairs would like to promote this idea and help form a culture in the College of Dentistry committed to our physical wellness! They introduced a new initiative called “The By: Paul Geuy, '21 Postle Pacers.” Each Class has a “Wellness Coach” who has agreed to be a resource for you. The reps are D1Paul Geuy, Kazune Pax, and Michelle Scott; D2- Steph Sforza and Emma Sexton; D3- Allison Colvin and D4- Dina Farah. You can come to us if you have questions about how we include fitness in our busy schedules, need wellness tips or are looking for ideas. Using www.running2win.com, Danielle in Student Affairs, started a group where you can log your miles and see what others are doing to either challenge you or inspire you to keep going or do more. The goal was to collectively log 1200 miles between November 1st and May 4th. Incredibly we DOMINATED that goal with just under 40 participants with 1380 miles logged by January 18th. This means we met our goal almost four months early! So, all the participants will receive an Official Postle Pacer T-Shirt (Design TBD). It’s not too late to join in on the fun. I am sure we will work closely with student affairs to see what our next goal/reward will be. It will be much easier to achieve this if we can get more participants! We would love to hit 60 participants for the next goal set!
How do you get in? - Go to the website www. running2win.com and create a free account. - Once you have created an account, click on the menu button. - Select “Find/Join a Team” and search for “Postle Pacers.” Request to join the team. - Once your request has been accepted you may start tracking your ‘miles’ using the “Running Log” tool under Menu. - You can get as crazy as you want when you log your workouts…but the only detail we NEED is the mileage or converted mileage from the attached chart. - Once you have logged your miles, it should automatically add to the team.
Golf without cart, walking in place, slow treading in pool, water aerobics, rowing/ kayaking, frisbee golf, softball/baseball
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Level 2: Moderate Activity
Weightlifting, shoveling snow, dancing, raquet sports, yoga, skiing, ice skating, recreational swimming, handball, hiking
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Exercise class, basketball, soccer, cross country skiing, swimming laps, competitive dancing
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When walking or running, report actual miles.
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The Rules: This is not to be a negative competition. We all have different abilities and amounts of time that we can commit to fitness. Also this is an honor system... and it's supposed to be fun. Don't judge your numbers, and don't question anyone's miles. We know that not everyone likes running, so you will see there is a conversion chart for your chosen activities.
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"Taking time to run and workout has always been important for me to decompress and be healthy. It's nice to get outside even if only for a short bit; it was also great to find a workout buddy at school to hold me to it and stay motivated." -Michelle Scott, '21 "I've always liked to be active but I hated going to a weight room. I first started lifting when I studied abroad with a buddy and noticed how it helped minimize my hip pain. Since then, I try to keep up with both the cardio and strength training. It gives me a mental break and keeps me from being in pain." -Kazune Pax, '21
“The best part of Postle Pacers was that you don’t have to be runner to participate. I think the most important part of exercising is that you enjoy what you’re doing, because if you hate it you won’t do it... So, I encourage anyone who regularly exercises already or who is looking to start exercising regularly to find something you truly enjoy doing and join Postle Pacers for a little bit of accountability and encouragement." -Jordynn Pozzuto, '20
"It’s a great way to stay motivated and keeps you more accountable. It’s the best when you can find someone to go to the gym with. Research has also shown that significant others that train together or partake in physical activity together report being happier in their relationship as well. So find you someone and hit the gym together, you won’t regret it! " -Paul Geuy, '21
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Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Salvatore Lowry Getting to know the school's faculty
By: Stephanie Sforza, '20
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What got you interested in dentistry? My interest in dentistry as a profession 17 goes back to when I was a small boy and read a little bit about our anatomical makeup, specifically the human skeleton. The sudden realization that we had what amounted to a Halloween decoration stuffed inside us was enormously appealing to a little kid who loved trick-ortreating. That discovery propelled me into a desire to work in the health care field. Then there were the pictures of various animals in my books, and, from dinosaurs to tigers, the really cool ones all had big teeth. Plus there was my dentist,
Dr. Art Nicolette who encouraged me. I also enjoyed working with my hands, and built models of every kind. Finally, when I was a teenager and the
of a boys life, and tended to take the path of most convenienence and least resistance. Physicians in those days made house calls at all hours, and the thought of rolling out to deliver a baby had little appeal to me. Dentistry looked pretty good by comparison, and offered an independence that I liked then and still find appealing. The idea that we can each have our own clinics, and tailor our practice profiles as "I get to reach my we see fit favorite destination is unique in twice every week the field of day: The College health care, of Dentistry in and certainly the morning and contributed my home in the to my love of evening." dentistry.
time came to choose a field of study ( we were expected to decide what we wanted to " be" and get on with it!), I had entered the lollygagging phase
faculty spotlight
What are some of your best memories during your time in dental school at Ohio State University? Our dedicated, distinguished and often colorful faculty members were very much a part of my experience. They were not easy on us, but there were many instances of kind attention that they gave to us. Their wisdom and professionalism molded us into good dentists. I remember them by name, and often think about them. The PsiO events stand out, particularly the annual Senior Rec Dinner which was both a black tie event and a memorable evening where we celebrated with both faculty and our outgoing Seniors. Perhaps most cherished are those times when we as classmates struggled and studied together, forming lasting bonds of friendship. I am still in contact with some of these great friends and wonderful dentists, and realize that the ties that bound us in dental school nurtured and nourished the many happy recollections that I enjoy today.
Student Advisor in The Office of Student Life. As such, I spend a good deal of my time with the men of Phi Sigma Kappa, my social fraternity. I brought them back to campus a few years ago after a hiatus of thirty six years. I help them in their formation as young gentlemen and good citizens, attend their meetings and counsel them. I also like to read, particularly Medieval history. I like model trains, and hope to get my basement railroad empire up and running this summer. I enjoy my family and my friends. I mustn't leave out the fact that teaching in our College of Dentistry is very much an enjoyable pastime for me. I treasure every day spent with our students, and very much relate to your experience because I walked the very path that you are now traveling.
What is your favorite movie and movie theatre snack? "Treasure Island"! What better than Robert Newton as the conniving Long John Silver stumping along on his peg leg with a squawking parrot on Do you have any favorite his shoulder, beautifully hobbies/ what do you like to rendered and artistically do in your spare time? conceived scenes and I am a Certified a thumping score. Now
THAT makes a Saturday afternoon matinee special! Oh, and the snack would be a box of those multicolored jewel-like "JuJuBes". They look like pirate treasure and can stick your teeth together wonderfully. Did you know that they can remove crowns? Well, they can and we have a sugar free version in dentistry that can be used for that very purpose. Brush and 18 floss as soon as you get home from that movie! Do you have a quote or saying that you try to live by? Not really, but I like The Golden Rule, and try always to treat others as I would like to be treated. Scholarship and character are cardinal principles for me as well. Do you have a favorite travel destination? I have done my share of traveling through the years and enjoyed most places I've been, even Ann Arbor. I am lucky though, because I get to reach my favorite destination twice every week day: The College of Dentistry in the morning and my home in the evening.
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Trustine’s Year in Review By: Justine Bednarski, ‘18
As my time at Postle Hall is quickly coming to an end (graduation is in 88 days as I write this, but who’s counting), I’ve had some time to reflect on the last four years of dental school and how ASDA has made an impact on my time here. Many know I moved to Columbus on my own from Chicago, travelling via MegaBus with one suitcase in hand. Along this seven hour journey, I thought to myself, how am I going to make new friends and get involved at THE Ohio State? On night #1 in Columbus, I attended the Annual ASDA Welcome Barcrawl and met many upperclassmen who inspired me to get involved early. As a result, I graciously took the opportunity to attend the ASDA Annual Session in Boston as a first-year student. This was a rarity, as the outgoing executive board is historically the typical group chosen to attend this prestigious conference. However, an open spot and a plane ticket had my name on it. Annual Session was a conference unlike anything I had seen before. Mirrored after the ADA House of Delegates, the ASDA House of Delegates consists of two delegates from each ASDA chapter in the country, representing their respective home chapters. It is this group of delegates who votes on policy changes for the association and who elects the incoming executive board and Speaker of the House. When the House of Delegates is not in session, attendees can attend sessions to enhance their leadership skills, learn about life after dental school, refocus on their overall wellness, and network with dental leaders across the country. To say I was inspired to further my involvement with ASDA is a grand understatement. I chose to work closely with the District 6 Trustees during my second and third years of dental school to learn more about ASDA
and to prepare myself for the coveted position. At Annual Session in 2017, in the happiest place on earth, Disney, I was elected to represent District 6 on the ASDA Board of Trustees. My year as Trustee was hands down the most rewarding experience of my life. The year began with a transition meeting on Sunday of Annual Session, quickly followed with the first Board of Trustees meeting two weeks later in Chicago. During this short weekend, I learned exactly what was expected of my role on the board, and I got to know many of the new faces I would be working with for the duration of my term. The board consists of our Executive Director, Nancy Honeycutt, and 17 dental students: 1 President, 2 Vice Presidents, 1 Immediate Past President, 1 Speaker of the House, 1 Editor-in-Chief, and 11 District Trustees. All 17 of us came from different schools with different backgrounds, yet we developed camaraderie
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and cohesion that first weekend, setting the stage for what was to come for the rest of the year. After the first Board meeting, I sent out applications and designed a district cabinet. I revamped the previous structure in order to include more members from all five schools in District 6. From there, we began planning the District 6 Leadership Retreat and our cabinet members got hit with #D6CabinFever. The weekend retreat in Coshocton, OH, took months of planning and required raising funds, delegating tasks to cabinet members, and ensuring all 25 attendees made it to our destination safely. We partook in team building exercises, learned about the structure of ASDA, bounced ideas to enhance each of our chapters, and most importantly got to know one another at this remote cabin. The leadership retreat was a success, but event planning was far from over. The District 6 & 7 Meeting in Louisville, KY, took place at the end of September. Luckily, I had Sean Aiken, District 7 Trustee (and better known as my “Work Husband”), to help plan this incredible weekend. Not only did we have close to 200 attendees from 12 chapters, we had four national ASDA leaders, ADA President Dr. Joseph Crowley, 10 sponsors, and ASDA Alum Dr. Jason Watts in attendance. The weekend centered around #ASDAFever, networking opportunities, informative presentations, and a fun night out at Churchill Downs. Through great fundraising efforts, the weekend was completely sponsored and attendees walked away with new ASDA drawstring bags and cozy quarter zips. My favorite experience as Trustee, however, was serving as the District 6 delegate on the ASDA delegation at the ADA Annual Session in Atlanta, GA. This was by far the longest conference I had attended, but holding a role on the ASDA delegation was unique and enlightening. There were only 11 dental students in this select group and we had countless opportunities to network with ADA dentists as we attended the House of Delegates, Reference Committee Hearings, and District Caucuses. Just when we thought the long days in meetings were over, every evening included a social with various dental groups throughout the week. I enjoyed further getting to know the ASDA delegates and spending time with my ADA and ODA mentors. This year has had its ups and downs, balancing frequent travel with clinic requirements, and equipping the five chapters in District 6 to ensure they each had a successful year. However, the best part of this year, and the best part of
getting involved with ASDA, is the network of friends and colleagues I’ve created. From Denver, to Philly, down to New Orleans, and up to Boston, there is an ASDA member in every corner of the country. Not only have these members become close 20 friends of mine, they have become my support system. Travelling the country with this group and even volunteering in Jamaica with many of the board members have been some of my favorite memories in dental school. My advice to any young and aspiring ASDA leaders is to start small, but make an effort to attend the national meetings if you are able to. Just as Boston served as my inspiration, I hope that you too can find inspiration to further your involvement in ASDA. My journey in organized dentistry has only just begun, and I look forward to getting involved with my local component society and the ADA soon after graduation.
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Double Choclate Cookies
Ingredients
-1/4 cup cocnut oil, melted -1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce -1/3 cup maple syrup -1/4 cup lite coconut milk -1/3 cup coconut flour -1/4 cup whole wheat flour -1/2 cup cocoa powder -1/4 cup dark choclate chunks (opt) -1/4 cup pecans or raisins (opt)
Directions
-Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees -Use non-stick baking mat or coat pan with spray -mix oil, applesauce, syrup, and milk in bowl -mix flours and cocoa powder in separate bowl -Add flour mixture to applesauce mixture, and mix until blended -Add choclate chunks, nuts, or raisins if you like -Drop by rounded Tbsp onto baking sheet. -Bake for 10-15 minutes until firm
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presidential address
Presidential Address By: Alan George, '19 The New Year can bring out the best in us. We spend time reflecting on our past and create hopes and goals for a renewed vigor in 2018. I spent my holiday with friends and family and took a great deal of time to grasp what I have to be grateful for. Gratitude has many life changing benefits and it is my resolution to express gratitude more often. I challenge you to take a moment each day to write down something or someone you are thankful for and share those words face to face with someone on a weekly basis. We are often so easily discouraged by the little things but I am certain you will find that taking time to count your blessings will keep you from sweating the small stuff and focused on the big picture. We are all so incredibly fortunate to have made it to where we are now. You may have heard me say a dozen times or more “I’m living the dream.” This is because I believe it with all my heart. I am a first generation college graduate, and the recipient of a generous military scholarship, I have an incredible passion for dentistry and the free time afforded to me by my privilege to have expensive hobbies like rock climbing and playing games. I recognize my privilege and acknowledge that I am
entering a profession where the majority of people look like me. Even with the struggles of a working class family I realize that the opportunities afforded to a white male are drastically different from the world of many of my peers. I applaud all of you who have made it this far and I wish to start a conversation about diversity. “It is never too late to give up your prejudices.” I ask that you take a moment and check yourself. Understand that we are all a product of our experiences and that it is our differences that make us stronger. Take delight in understanding things from the perspective of your peers and challenge yourself to be thankful for the privilege afforded to you. Keep and share your own opinions and cherish the opportunity to do so. Try to learn from the different strokes and approaches to life you may not have considered. Always be open, honest and kind, for without asking and understanding it is impossible to know what someone is going through. I want for you to be yourself and be open to criticism. We will all be better for it. Thank you; it has been an honor and a privilege to serve you this past year. As your Chapter President in 2017 I was fortunate to take over a chapter with
incredible momentum. The 2016 leaders fostered incredible growth and involvement and took home a record number of awards. I am thankful to have had the opportunity to learn from them and carry their enthusiasm into my term. I owe my successes entirely to the leaders who gave me all the tools and to the inspiring and devoted leaders I had the pleasure of working with in 2017. Thank you, to all the Executive board and Committee Chairs who served our chapter last year and made my term so enriching. I hope all of you will continue to take the extra time and energy to serve our profession throughout your careers wherever you choose to practice. I can see a bright future for our chapter in the enthusiasm of the new leaders. I challenge them to stay motivated and get the most out of their leadership experience. I want to take this opportunity to inspire all of you to become involved in any capacity during your time in dental school. Never again will the stakes be so low and the rewards be so fulfilling. Indeed, we are truly privileged to be surrounded by so many brilliant, like-minded peers and educators. I implore you to use your influence for the betterment of our profession and our college. Get involved today, feel free to create something new involving a passion in your life or ask any leader, including myself, how to get the most out of your ASDA membership.
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