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MDAA PRESIDENT’S WELCOMING ADDRESS 2008

 Welcome!

Over the past three years serving as your President, I have learned a lot about governing an Association and witnessed the changes that this organization is going through.  I want to continue to lead this Association and to continue goals set forth by previous presidents.  These include increased membership, increased certification and education.

We have some challenges put before us regarding membership. If every dental assistant can come together, I know we can achieve our goals.  We must also reach out and support our dental assisting students, for they are our future so they can continue to uplift the dental assisting profession to the rightful status that it deserves.

The Massachusetts Dental Society has a Bill in the Senate, Bill #1216 that promotes higher educational standards for the dental assisting profession.  This Bill needs to be revised and will include the grandfathering of all existing dental assistants that are in the workforce today.  They will have the opportunity to continue their education thus making them much more valuable in their profession.  Our website will keep you informed on any updates regarding this legislation.

Become involved in the ADAA and our state and local chapters. We all come to the Association looking for a way to make a difference in our chosen profession.  It is a chance to make new friends that share a common interest.  Many of us live a great distance apart.  With the use of modern media technology that brings us closer we can utilize our time much more efficiently and stay connected.  In spite of our long work hours and family obligations, this organization is an organization that is comprised of dedicated professionals wanting to grow with the changes and to make sure that it is preserved for generations to come.

For the next year as I serve as your President, please support me with your continued guidance and involvement.  Teamwork is what makes a good dental practice.  Teamwork is what makes a great Association. Thank you.

Miriam R. Swartz CDA, COMSA

MDAA President