By Krysia Gabenski From the Fall 2016 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association Integrating dental care with medical care offers patients a whole healthcare experience that links oral health with systemic health. As healthcare becomes increasingly more patient-centric, with a focus on overall health, this integration will provide value to both patients and healthcare providers. Across Colorado, many dental-medical integration …
Amendment 69: Hear From Proponents and Opponents Sept. 17
Amendment 69—the “ColoradoCare” universal healthcare proposal on the November ballot this year—is an important issue that could have a significant impact on dentistry and dental practices. At its Sept. 17 Board of Trustees meeting, from 9:30-10:30 a.m., CDA leadership will hear presentations from both proponents and opponents of this proposed Colorado constitutional amendment and discuss whether to formally support or …
Be Aware, Be Present, Be Involved
By Michael R. Varley, D.D.S., M.S., CDA President From the Summer 2016 Journal of the Colorado Dental Association What really constitutes a strong association that will endure the test of time? That will be financially stable? What is the definition of success for a not-for-profit organization? As I proudly accept my new role as your CDA president, I have spent …