AOS MEMBERSHIP NEWS “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” As a dentist who has walked in valleys and experi-enced mountaintops in my beloved profession, this quote by the inimitable Helen Keller speaks loudly. One of the “unique” adventures in my life is about to take place. I am honored to step into the role of president for the American Orthodontic Society. As a small town dentist with big town responsibilities, I know the impact of this organization on both my career and my personal life. As an AOS member for 20+ years, the teaching of Dr. “Big Bob” Gerety introduced me to orthodontics and to an organization that has both educated and supported me. I understand the impact we have on so many lives, both for the practitioner and the patient, and I promise that under my watch we will continue to grow our programs and work for the financial growth that ensures our sustainability into future decades. In addition, we will work even harder to advocate for our membership. Special “interests” within our commu-nity often work to limit the prac-Twana Farley-Duncan, DDS AOS President tice of the general dentist. At ALL levels, from state boards to insur-ance companies, the AOS will represent your interests and right to provide quality orthodontics to your patient community. However, I can’t do this without your support and feedback. Please let me hear from you. I can be reached at twanaduncandds@sbcglobal.net and encourage you to contact me with concerns and ideas. I want to also thank Dr. Juan Echeverri, our outgo-ing president for his leadership, vision and hard work. He is a gifted practitioner and we are fortunate to have had his talent and time this past year. I’m looking forward to a great year of American Orthodontic Soci-ety education and camaraderie. Twana Farley-Duncan, DDS AOS Foundation Scholarship Honors Recipient In a ceremony at the Univer-sity of Oklahoma College of Dentistry recently, Dr. Bryan Kariya of Edmond, OK was the 2016 recipient of the Dr. Robert G. Gerety Scholarship for Academic Excellence as awarded by the AOS Founda-tion. An Eagle Scout who is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and a former football player for Brigham Young University, Bryan will begin his dental career in rural Nevada. This AOS Foundation scholarship has been awarded for 16 consecutive years through the generous contri-butions of our members. If you are interested in contributing toward the work of our charitable Foundation, please contact Tom Chapman at 972-234-4000. Pictured from left to right: Dr. Raymond Cohlmia, Dean of the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry; Dr. Bryan Kariya, Recipient; Dr. Frans Currier; and Tom Chapman, AOS Executive Director. www.orthodontics.com Fall 2016 45
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