This week Matt Crespin is joined by Katie Conklin, MS, RDH to discuss her experience with ADHA, and its impact on her current role in dental hygiene.

Episode Highlights

• ADHA Updates
• Register for ADHA Conference
• Katie's Background
• Oral Health Awareness Society
• Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking

Quotes

"I always saw dental hygiene as a way for health."

"If you go into dental hygiene you can set your own schedule, and you can travel the world."

"It was the opportunity through the ADHA to have the opportunity to take more of a leadership role."

"We learned to stand within ourselves, and be present and prepared."

"Our goal is to improve the oral health of the underserved children in California."

"All people can be happy and healthy, it is as simple as that."

"I saw kids with holes in their teeth, and they didn't know they could get help."

"Take the leap of faith, people will come, doors will open for you."

Links

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www.ADHA2021.org

Matt's Email: [email protected]

ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports

The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.

Visit www.adha.org for membership processing,

membership updates, renewals and conference registration!

FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/

Email for COVID Questions/Input: [email protected]

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