2026/2027 WSAPD Board of Directors Proposed Slate |
2026/2027 WSAPD Board of Directors Proposed Slate |
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Executive Committee President: Dr. Tessa Holmes President-Elect: Dr. Micah Bovenkamp Treasurer: Dr. Sandy Huang Immediate Past-President: Dr. Emily Pham Board of Directors Public Policy Advocate: Dr. Bri Butler WSPD Representative: Dr. Aarika Anderson-Elter WSPD Representative: Dr. Jessica Webb |
Executive Committee President: Dr. Tessa Holmes President-Elect: Dr. Micah Bovenkamp Treasurer: Dr. Sandy Huang Immediate Past-President: Dr. Emily Pham Board of Directors Public Policy Advocate: Dr. Bri Butler WSPD Representative: Dr. Aarika Anderson-Elter WSPD Representative: Dr. Jessica Webb |
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WSAPD 2026 Annual Meeting |
WSAPD 2026 Annual Meeting |
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Early Bird Registration has been extended through August 24th! |
Early Bird Registration has been extended through August 24th! |
Greetings from the President! |
Greetings from the President! |
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Dear WSAPD Members, As summer comes to an end, I hope you’ve enjoyed some well-deserved time with family, friends, and colleagues. First, we want to express our support for our colleagues in Eastern Washington impacted by the devastating wildfires, particularly those in the Spokane area. Our thoughts are with you and your communities. If you or your practice has experienced hardship, support may be available through the WSPD Disaster Relief Program. While summer may slow down, your WSAPD Board has been busy planning for the future. We’ve developed an Investment Policy Strategy to support WSAPD’s long-term financial health, are continuing to modernize our bylaws, and are planning an exciting lineup of continuing education opportunities for 2027. As membership renewal season approaches, I'd also like to reflect on why being part of WSAPD matters. Our state chapter serves as the collective voice for pediatric dentists in Washington, providing advocacy on issues that impact our profession, delivering high-quality continuing education, fostering leadership development, and creating meaningful opportunities to connect with colleagues. None of this is possible without the engagement and support of our members. Thank you for your continued engagement and support of WSAPD. We look forward to seeing many of you in October at the WSAPD Annual Meeting and we wish you a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable remainder of the summer! As always, we welcome your thoughts and feedback at info@wsapd.org. Wishing you a safe and enjoyable remainder of the summer! Gratefully, |
Dear WSAPD Members, As summer comes to an end, I hope you’ve enjoyed some well-deserved time with family, friends, and colleagues. First, we want to express our support for our colleagues in Eastern Washington impacted by the devastating wildfires, particularly those in the Spokane area. Our thoughts are with you and your communities. If you or your practice has experienced hardship, support may be available through the WSPD Disaster Relief Program. While summer may slow down, your WSAPD Board has been busy planning for the future. We’ve developed an Investment Policy Strategy to support WSAPD’s long-term financial health, are continuing to modernize our bylaws, and are planning an exciting lineup of continuing education opportunities for 2027. As membership renewal season approaches, I'd also like to reflect on why being part of WSAPD matters. Our state chapter serves as the collective voice for pediatric dentists in Washington, providing advocacy on issues that impact our profession, delivering high-quality continuing education, fostering leadership development, and creating meaningful opportunities to connect with colleagues. None of this is possible without the engagement and support of our members. Thank you for your continued engagement and support of WSAPD. We look forward to seeing many of you in October at the WSAPD Annual Meeting and we wish you a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable remainder of the summer! As always, we welcome your thoughts and feedback at info@wsapd.org. Wishing you a safe and enjoyable remainder of the summer! Gratefully, |
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2026 Annual Meeting and CE Event |
2026 Annual Meeting and CE Event |
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📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 Cedarbrook Lodge | Seattle
🎓 4 Hours CERP Recognized CE
🥐 Breakfast + Lunch
🎉 Reduced registration pricing for 2026! |
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 Cedarbrook Lodge | Seattle
🎓 4 Hours CERP Recognized CE
🥐 Breakfast + Lunch
🎉 Reduced registration pricing for 2026! |
Our speakers will explore both sides of the same essential question: How do we protect our bodies—and how do we protect our passion for the work we do. |
Our speakers will explore both sides of the same essential question: How do we protect our bodies—and how do we protect our passion for the work we do. |
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🦷 Protect Your Body | 3 CE Hours
Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT
Learn practical strategies to reduce the physical toll of dentistry—from posture and positioning to ergonomics, strengthening and chairside stretches. |
🦷 Protect Your Body | 3 CE Hours
Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT
Learn practical strategies to reduce the physical toll of dentistry—from posture and positioning to ergonomics, strengthening and chairside stretches. |
| 🧠 Protect Your Passion | 1 CE Hour
Jessica Webb, DDS, MSD, MA, MSRT
Explore the less visible challenges of pediatric dentistry, including moral distress, compassion fatigue and burnout, and strategies to build a sustainable career. |
🧠 Protect Your Passion | 1 CE Hour
Jessica Webb, DDS, MSD, MA, MSRT
Explore the less visible challenges of pediatric dentistry, including moral distress, compassion fatigue and burnout, and strategies to build a sustainable career. |
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Pediatric Residents can email info@wsapd.org to receive a coupon code that is valid for 100% off registration. |
Pediatric Residents can email info@wsapd.org to receive a coupon code that is valid for 100% off registration. |
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2026-2027 AAPD Membership Renewal |
2026-2027 AAPD Membership Renewal |
Renewing your AAPD membership doesn’t just keep you connected nationally — it also ensures your continued involvement in the WSAPD local chapter. As a WSAPD member, you gain access to high‑quality regional CE opportunities, local advocacy efforts that directly impact Washington’s pediatric dental community, and a supportive network of colleagues who share your commitment to children’s oral health. Your renewal helps strengthen our chapter’s voice, expand programming, and maintain the collaborative community that makes WSAPD such a valuable professional home. Renew today to ensure you are eligible to vote at our Annual Meeting in October. |
Renewing your AAPD membership doesn’t just keep you connected nationally — it also ensures your continued involvement in the WSAPD local chapter. As a WSAPD member, you gain access to high‑quality regional CE opportunities, local advocacy efforts that directly impact Washington’s pediatric dental community, and a supportive network of colleagues who share your commitment to children’s oral health. Your renewal helps strengthen our chapter’s voice, expand programming, and maintain the collaborative community that makes WSAPD such a valuable professional home. Renew today to ensure you are eligible to vote at our Annual Meeting in October. |
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| 2027 Spring Continuing Education When: April 24, 2027 Time: 9:00am - 1:30pm (breakfast, lunch, & 3 CE Hours) Where: AC Hotel in Vancouver, WA Speaker: Lorel E. Burns, DDS, MS Topic: Endodontic Treatment of Pediatric Patients: Biological Considerations, Treatment Options, and Clinician Decision-Making |
2027 Spring Continuing Education When: April 24, 2027 Time: 9:00am - 1:30pm (breakfast, lunch, & 3 CE Hours) Where: AC Hotel in Vancouver, WA Speaker: Lorel E. Burns, DDS, MS Topic: Endodontic Treatment of Pediatric Patients: Biological Considerations, Treatment Options, and Clinician Decision-Making |
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WSAPD Leadership Interest |
WSAPD Leadership Interest |
If you’re interested in becoming part of WSAPD leadership, please click the button below to complete the interest form. After submitting the form, kindly send a brief statement of interest by replying directly to this email.
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If you’re interested in becoming part of WSAPD leadership, please click the button below to complete the interest form. After submitting the form, kindly send a brief statement of interest by replying directly to this email.
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A message from Drs Lin and Nelson: Nitrous Oxide and The Environment |
A message from Drs Lin and Nelson: Nitrous Oxide and The Environment |
WSAPD Members, We are conducting a study to better understand pediatric dentists’ awareness, attitudes, and current practices related to the environmental impact of nitrous oxide use, and we need your help. All Washington State Pediatric Dentists are invited to participate in a 5-10 minute anonymous survey. Your feedback will help us better understand current practices and identify opportunities to support environmentally responsible care. Thank you for your help! Ivy Lin, DMD, MPH, FAGD Travis Nelson, DDS, MSD, MPH |
WSAPD Members, We are conducting a study to better understand pediatric dentists’ awareness, attitudes, and current practices related to the environmental impact of nitrous oxide use, and we need your help. All Washington State Pediatric Dentists are invited to participate in a 5-10 minute anonymous survey. Your feedback will help us better understand current practices and identify opportunities to support environmentally responsible care. Thank you for your help! Ivy Lin, DMD, MPH, FAGD Travis Nelson, DDS, MSD, MPH |
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WSAPD 2026 Annual Meeting |
WSAPD 2026 Annual Meeting |
PS. We can’t wait to see you at the 2026 Annual Meeting! Grab your spot today — just click the button below to learn more about the event, including how to register. |
PS. We can’t wait to see you at the 2026 Annual Meeting! Grab your spot today — just click the button below to learn more about the event, including how to register. |
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Please reach out to Stacie Downing, WSAPD Executive Assistant, at info@wsapd.org |
Please reach out to Stacie Downing, WSAPD Executive Assistant, at info@wsapd.org |
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