The Special Committee on Inclusion and Engagement (SCIE) met in May and welcomed two new members: Geoff Greenlee from the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists (PCSO) and Brianna Tucker from our own Northeastern Society of Orthodontists (NESO). Two additional positions...
Spring is Here! An Update from AAO I’m so happy to be back on daylight savings time, working on the yard and garden, warmer weather, and of course – getting ready for the AAO Annual Session in Orlando! I do...
How AAO members influence Federal Advocacy Dr. Yuna Park As orthodontists, we know that advocacy matters. Many of the issues affecting our practices and patients begin at the state level, and continued involvement in state legislative and regulatory efforts remain...
Letter from the COMEJC Chair Dr. Christopher Murphy The Council on Membership, Ethics & Judicial Concerns (COMEJC) convened for their annual in-person meeting in January. NESO’s representative, Dr. Chris Murphy, concluded his term as Chair of the Council. Dr. Shawheen...
Letter from the COGA Chair Dr. Mariana Haughey The work of the Council on Government Advocacy (COGA) is often felt more than it is seen, quietly shaping the environment in which orthodontists practice, while protecting the integrity of our profession....
Component update – New York Dr. Yuna Park The New York State Society of Orthodontists (NYSSO) welcomed members to its 2026 Biennial Annual Meeting on Friday, March 20, 2026, at NYU College of Dentistry, for a focused morning of continuing...
AAO 2026 Professional Advocacy Conference Dr. Lake Seymour This March, the American Association of Orthodontists Professional Advocacy Conference brought orthodontists, residents, and advocacy leaders together in Washington, D.C. for two days centered on the importance of grassroots advocacy. On Capitol...
Engaging Your Village to Advocate for Better Dental Care: Step-by-Step Dr. L. Jeffrey Lowenstein Abstract Access to quality dental care is a pressing issue, affecting patients, providers, and the broader community. Grassroots advocacy, which includes office staff, patients, and personal...
An interview with Dr. Castonguay, by Dr. Corinne Nicolas Question 1. Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? Where are you from, what program are you at, and what year are you in residency? My name is Jean-Daniel...
Happy New Year from the NESO President! Dear NESO Colleagues and Friends, Happy New Year!! I am Sercan Akyalcin—and if you’re not sure how to pronounce it, you’re not alone (Ser-jon Ak-yal-chin). Feel free to ask me in person. I...