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CE credit hours: 8.0
Livermore, CA, USA
Ms. Best is co-founder of and a senior practicemanagement consultant for Consulting Network and has been working with dental offices for 30 years. She offers in-office consulting and lectures nationally and internationally on the role of the front desk team, financial controls and anti-embezzlement protocol. Debbie evaluates staffing needs and the office computer system to develop a strategic plan for practice productivity. She designs customized schedules, personalized job descriptions and a personnel manual to fit each practice’s needs.
Camarillo, CA, USA
Ms. Parker is a clinical consultant for and co-founder of Consulting Network, a leading orthodontic management and training organization. She coaches orthodontic practices on how to maximize the talents of the clinical team, implements systems to enhance efficiency and productivity, and teaches communication skills and patient motivation. She also has a line of customizable procedure manuals to support high-level systems and training.
Employee-training systems are critical for building and maintaining a successful orthodontic practice. In this interactive workshop for orthodontists and staff, you will learn how to design and implement an ongoing staff training system and avoid a staffing crisis in your office. In addition, Ms. Parker and Ms. Best will share key concepts, tools, strategies and resources for integrating the new employee and for ongoing team training. You will learn how to identify different learning styles, design and deliver training sessions, and provide effective feedback. Breakout sessions for orthodontists, treatment coordinators, clinical and administrative team members will provide specific information for applying these principles.
The Melvin Moss Education Leadership Conference, which is an invitation-only event, will focus on accreditation and will feature the following individuals: James L. Vaden, DDS, MS; Catherine A. Horan of the ADA, and Peter M. Greco, DMD.
There are two major aspects of an orthodontic practice transition. One is the business aspect, which involves an appraisal, the creation of a transition plan, and the documents necessary to finalize the transition. Just as important is the psychological aspect of the relationships involved in the transition.
Dr. Tom Ziegler is an orthodontist/attorney who has years of experience in the business aspects of practice transitions. Dr. Marc Cooper is a management and leadership coach and consultant who specializes in the relationship side of practice transitions. They both contributed to the book Secrets of Partnership Success and will lead this daylong seminar.
The seminar will be divided into two sessions. The first session will cover appraisal methods, contents of associate employment agreements and various types of transition plans. The second session will focus on how orthodontists can find a partner that melds with their personality and treatment techniques, thereby establishing some of the conditions that are essential for success. Communication models and other processes that help decrease problems and breakdowns within the transition process will also be discussed.
(For information and registration form, refer to the Additional Information Brochure on the Registration & Housing page.)
CE credit hours: 3.0
Exposure to malpractice claims begins before you have chosen your first practice or accepted your first job. It comes from the patients you choose to treat, the amount and quality of records you take, and your communication with patients/parents. In fact, almost every aspect of practice can be the basis for claims and litigation. Attend this seminar, sponsored by the AAO Council on Insurance and the AAO Insurance Company (RRG), to learn how to protect yourself.
All orthodontic students/residents registered for the Annual Session will may request one complimentary ticket to this reception. No admittance to this event without annual session name badges – no exceptions.
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CE credit hours: 1.5 hours
This program, sponsored by the AAO Council on Insurance and the AAO Insurance Company (RRG), focuses on the development of malpractice claims and lawsuits from the viewpoint of orthodontic staff. Staff members can cause claims by the work that they perform, and they can prevent them by their supporting role in an office. The speaker will identify typical problem areas of practice and discuss changes that will help preclude or minimize the development of claims.
CE credit hours: 1.5
In many cases, the treatment coordinator is the key to the success or growth of every medical practice. It is imperative that this person exudes confidence when presenting to patients. This lecture focuses on the successful steps to presenting by utilizing a simple, but very effective, payment option form.
For more information, refer to the Additional Information Brochure on the Registration & Housing page.
Featuring a musical performance by Grammy Award winner Kenny G. A cocktail reception will be held in the Benaroya Hall Grand Lobby prior to the Opening Ceremonies.
Musical performance sponsored by Sonicare®
Kenny G, the No. 1 instrumental recording artist of all time, will present a private concert for the AAO during the 107th Annual Session. This evening concert will feature his smooth sophisticated odes to romance, passion and spontaneity.
Kenny G’s innate ability to create and set different moods with his music has endeared him to music lovers all over the world. With his saxophone’s warm and wondrous tone and texture, Kenny G is the “gentleman of jazz.” His artistry has been recognized through Grammy, American Music, Soul Train, World Music and NAACP Image Awards.
During this event, orthodontists from around the world can meet and build friendships. This event will include light hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.
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Sponsored by SPEED System™ Orthodontics
Speaker sponsored by Dentsply GAC International, Inc.
The Excellence in Orthodontics Luncheon offers a unique opportunity to honor those who have excelled in the specialty.
In 2007, the AAO, The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) and the AAO Foundation (AAOF) will honor the following individuals for their achievements.
Dr. David Turpin of Federal Way, WA, will receive the 2007 James E. Brophy AAO Distinguished Service Award from the AAO.
Dr. Björn Zachrisson of Oslo, Norway, will receive the 2007 Albert H. Ketcham Memorial Award from the ABO.
Dr. Björn Zachrisson of Oslo, Norway, will receive the 2007 Louise Ada Jarabak Memorial International Teachers and Research Award from the AAOF.
In addition to the Brophy, Ketcham and Jarabak awards, the AAO will also recognize the six orthodontic students/residents who receive The Charley Schultz Resident Scholar Award, as well as the recipients of the Milo Hellman Award, the Harry Sicher Research Award and the Thomas M. Graber Award of Special Merit.
Charlotte, NC, USA
Mr. McGill is a tax attorney, CPA and president of John K. McGill & Co., Inc. For more than 25 years, he has provided orthodontists with specific proven strategies to maintain and accelerate practice growth, improve profitability, and ensure financial security and peace of mind through lower debt, reduced taxes and higher investment returns.
Effective business planning is central to the success of your practice. This program teaches you how to develop and implement a realistic business plan to meet your short- and long-term objectives. It also discusses how to set objectives and monitor your progress against them, and how to modify your plan to incorporate change. Discussion includes a review of the specific steps to establish and monitor an annual practice budget and to develop a specific monthly personal and retirement savings goal. Mr. McGill will also define the various corporate structures for practice, including the pros and cons of each and their tax consequences. He will also detail funding options for start-ups and for ongoing operations to handle growth, along with their tax considerations.
Speaker sponsored by Dentsply GAC International, Inc.
This program, sponsored by Dentsply GAC International, Inc., is designed to promote clinical and scientific research by residents/students. Each accredited orthodontic program will select a participant to compete in the program. The participants will be listed in the On-Site Program/Exhibit Guide.
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The Eugene and Pauline Blair American Association of Orthodontists Foundation Distinguished Service Award will be presented in 2007 to Dr. Rolf (Buzz) Behrents (MSO/MO) for his service to the AAOF. Dr. Behrents was the original chair of the Foundation’s Planning and Awards Review Committee (PARC), which recommends which proposals are to be funded. He was also the original author of the funding protocols that established the Foundation’s Awards Program.
As part of the Foundation’s Strategic Long Range Plan, this function is also a time when interested persons are invited to discuss the future direction of the AAO Foundation, especially fund-raising initiatives, with the Foundation’s directors.
CE credit hours: 3.0 hours
Malpractice — this is a word no orthodontist wants to hear associated with his/her name. There is a great deal you can do to minimize or even prevent malpractice claims from being made against you. This seminar, sponsored by the AAO Council on Insurance and the AAO Insurance Company (RRG), will teach you how to recognize problems and change practice activity and behavior to protect yourself.
Challenges For The Female Orthodontist
Carlsbad, CA, USA
Ms. Bray has devoted more than 30 years to the dental/orthodontic profession. She is a part-time clinical instructor at the University of the Pacific, on the board of directors for San Diego’s Children’s Dental Health Center, on the board of directors of the American Association of Orthodontists Foundation, which supports and promotes education and research in orthodontics, and she also serves on the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists’ Education Committee.
Being an orthodontist is truly THE greatest ambition and accomplishment. Being a woman AND an orthodontist, now that is another matter! Have you wondered what women feel are the challenges they face by being both, challenges that, perhaps, are not concerns for the male doctor? Luncheon attendees will explore this topic with Ms. Bray, who conducted a survey of female orthodontists. Hear what your counterparts feel are the main issues that face the Female Doctor and what can be done to resolve those concerns.
Calling all music lovers! The Celebrate Seattle Gala will give you VIP access to the Experience Music Project (EMP) at Seattle Center, a one-of-a-kind music museum that combines interactive and interpretive exhibits to tell the story of the creative, innovative and rebellious expression that defines American popular music. During this evening event, you may explore two levels of interactive galleries and the Sky Church.
Jerry and the PhilBillys, a Seattle-based classic country band, will keep everyone rockin’ through the night. To learn more about EMP, go to www.emplive.org.
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CE credit hours: 2.0
The AAO and the Council on Orthodontic Practice (COOP) are excited to announce the 2007 Orthodontic Staff Competition at the 107th AAO Annual Session. Eight staff members will be chosen to compete. Participants will give a 10-minute oral/PowerPoint presentation based on an orthodontic theme. A panel of orthodontists will judge the competition. The top three presenters will receive awards totaling $2,000.
Presentations can be created by the entire office staff, but only one individual can present at Annual Session. A registration booklet that will include the registration form, rules and guidelines for submission of presentations will be available. You can view and print the booklet online here.
Suggested presentation themes include:
• orthodontic oral hygiene (assistant’s role),
• case presentation (assistant’s role),
• inventory control and model storage,
• types of bands and bonds and how they are used,
• orthodontic patient care,
• patient information pamphlets/educational materials, or
• any subject based on a relevant project/role enhancement in the orthodontic office.
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Enjoy a seven-night cruise aboard the MS Zaandam (Holland America Line) after the Annual Session. The cruise, which leaves from Vancouver, BC, will dock in Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan, AK. Doctors and orthodontic staff will also be able to participate in six continuing-education lectures during the cruise.
Visit www.specialeventcruises.com or refer to the Post- Meeting Alaska Cruise Program that you received in the mail to learn more about the special cruise rates provided to AAO Annual Session attendees. While you can view cabin types and learn more about the cruise at www.specialeventcruises.com, you will have to call Special Event Cruises at 800-326-0373 to make your reservation. In order to hold your cruise reservation, you must also register for the 2007 AAO Annual Session and the cruise lectures. See the Annual Session Registration and Housing Form for details. Both the Annual Session registration fee and the $125 fee for the cruise lectures apply.
You must register for the 2007 AAO Annual Session, as well as the cruise, no later than December 1, 2006. Anyone who has not registered for both by December 1, 2006, will forfeit the cruise booking, and the cruise deposit will be returned. Cruise deposits are $350/person and required at time of booking.
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