Summer updates
New dental clinics VCU Health’s new adult outpatient facility is coming out of the ground and floorplans for our dental clinics have been approved. Now comes the fun part where spaces become “reality” through the developmental design phase. All of our clinics with the exception of pediatric dentistry will occupy the eighth and ninth floors […]
Welcome Home Alumni and News Around the School
Welcome Home Alumni Reunion 2019 begins in just a few days, so we’re rolling out the red carpet for our alumni and looking forward to their visit. From Friday’s Golf Tournament, individual class parties, and school tours, to a Jamaica Project luncheon, the Bash from the Past and our 50-Year Memorial Service and Brunch, it’s […]
Farewell to Jim Burns
With much appreciation for his robust 47-year career in oral health and with my personal thanks for his friendship and guidance along the way, I am honored to pay tribute to Jim Burns. While we already miss him here at school, I have no doubt that he and his family – wife Karen and four […]
Celebrating the “First 100”
As Black History Month comes to a close, I’m especially proud to announce an upcoming celebration of accomplishments, achievements and trailblazing. The “First 100 Dentists of Color” Celebration Brunch on Saturday, April 27, at Richmond’s Black History Museum and Cultural Center, recognizes Erma Freeman (D.D.S.’77), the school’s first black female graduate. And because several of […]
Updates to close the calendar year
It’s been a busy time at the VCU SoD and it’s hard to believe the school year is halfway over. Here are a few updates from around the School. Patient experience is key for new clinics Coming out of the ground at 10th and Leigh Streets is the new VCU Health Ambulatory Outpatient Clinic. A […]
Never Forget. Always Respect.
On this day of 9-11 remembrance, I thought it appropriate to re-post an entry from 2016. Because every day marks an opportunity to see the world with clear and open eyes, I hope that this timeless message encourages you to reflect, refresh and respect. Posted on Nov. 8, 2016: Dear VCU School of Dentistry Community, […]
Back to School
Summer may be winding down here in River City, but at the School of Dentistry, things are in full swing for new and returning students, residents, faculty and staff. Meet the D.D.S. Class of 2022 Residency 60 Virginia residents (more than half of the class) 12 states other than Virginia 16 countries of origin other […]
March Madness Update
VCU may not have made it to the Final Four this time around, but there’s plenty to celebrate here at the School of Dentistry on the MCV Campus of Virginia Commonwealth University. ADEA GIES AWARD I had the privilege of accepting a 2018 Gies Award presented at the ADEA Annual Session and Exhibition in […]
End of Year News
Though the calendar year is quickly coming to a close, I have a lot of news to share as we begin to slow down for winter break. Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) Thanks to our entire team, led by Ellen Byrne, R.Ph., D.D.S., Ph.D., professor and senior associate dean, we came through the exhausting accreditation […]
New outpatient clinic approved
With August comes students, orientations, classes and active hallways here at the VCU School of Dentistry. On behalf of the entire school, a hearty “Welcome!” to new students and residents, and a warm “Welcome Back!” to the familiar faces of future dental health care providers. Breaking News – New Outpatient Clinic in the Works If […]