SDDS Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes Dr. Thomas Pervolarakis – University of Detroit-Mercy, 2014 (Transferred from Colorado Springs Dental Society) Dr. Padideh Lavaaldin – University of Southern California, 2018 (Transferred from San Fernando Dental Society) RESIDENTMEMBERS: Dr. Jake Shapiro – University of Pennsylvania, 2021 (Veteran Affairs Harbor Healthcare) ANNOUNCEMENTS: See “Upcoming events” calendar. CORRESPONDENCE 1. Letter fromDr. Chris Salierno, Chair, Paul Leary Campaign Committee (previously emailed) 2. Letter dated September 28, 2021 from NYSDA President Elect Dr. James Galati (previously emailed) REPORTOFOFFICERS AND STAFF President—Dr. Babak Bina: • SDDS Installation will be at the University Club of NY on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022 Treasurer—Dr. Paul Teplitsky: • As reported Executive Director—Mr. BernardHackett: • SDDSCE program is in the process of gathering speakers. First liveCEprogramwill be late February 2022. Proof of full vaccinationwill be required at all 2022CE events. All registrations will be done online via SDDS website • Nov. 11 is the general membership meeting and James Galati, theNYSDApresident-elect will be visiting • We’ve been unsuccessful in the insurance claim for water damage at headquarters • Greater NY Dental Meeting requires vaccination to attend. • TheGNYDMLLCapproval has been received and will be arranging for signing off with the presidents. Dr. Edwab will be responsible to file and open the new bank account and will have two sets of books for 2021 • GNYDMfinancial success will largely be on the educational registrations • Loan Forgiveness Programwill be holding a meeting on Nov. 9 ADAHOUSEOFDELEGATE REPORTS: Dental Education, Science and RelatedMatters— Dr. Albicocco (previously emailed) Dental Benefits, Practice and Related Matters— Dr. Buchalter (previously emailed) Dental Benefits, Practice and Related Matters— Dr. Demas (previously emailed) Report on Committee B - Budget— Dr. Quartey (previously emailed) Report on Reference Committee D— Dr. Mindlin (previously emailed) NYSDA REPORTS NYSDA Council on Dental Practice Minutes and Report—Dr. John Demas (previously emailed) NYSDA Council on Education and Licensure— Dr. Deborah Pasquale (previously emailed) • It is taking residents 2–3 months after residency to receive their license • Discussed with the American Association of Physicists that lead aprons are no longer needed but a thyroid collar is needed. The State Board will discuss with radiologists NYSDATrustee Report —Dr. Mitchell Mindlin: • Dr. Henner recognized Dr. Goudarzi and his presidency and will be co-hosting and celebrating his presidency at the next House of Delegates together • Autopay for all components • Zoom meeting with Governor Hochul was completed and she hopes to continue working with us • From our lobbyist Roy Laske they are considering the State budget dental demonstration project, hygienist infiltration and nitrous oxide bill, and Rep. Godfrey is pushing the NY Health Plan • Online continuing education will count towards licensure through July 2022 • All the Board of Trustee meetings through the end of the year will be virtual • Renewed contract of editor of NYSDA Journal • Dr. Feldman has given his notice that he will be stepping down as Executive Director in September 2022. Dr. Henner has started a search committee to look for his replacement and Mr. Bernard Hackett is on that committee SDDS REPORTS Greater NewYork Dental Meeting— Dr. James Doundoulakis: • Almost 12,000 registrants • Did not scout at the ADA SmileCon meeting but instead had a successful booth • Zoom Pre-Con meeting on Monday, Nov. 22 at 7 P.M. • Cocktail party on Saturday, Nov. 27 • Will be giving vaccine booster at the meeting through Walgreens Richmond County Dental Society — Dr. Sandra Scibetta: • Membership meeting Nov. 16 which is the Past Presidents Meeting and held virtually • RCDS Installation Jan. 29 at Richmond County Country Club UNFINISHEDBUSINESS: Ad-hoc Committee to identify candidates for SDDS Board vacancy —Dr. Demas: • Committee presented Dr. Lorna FlamerCaldera and Dr. Mark Cerrachio for board vacancy.Dr. LornaFlamer-Calderawas elected and her term expires at the end of 2022 NEWBUSINESS: (none) Dr. Mindlin presented resolution: Resolved, that SDDS Support Dr. Paul Leary’s campaign for ADA president with a contribution up to $10,000. Resolution passed GOOD&WELFARE: • Dr. Ratner discussed that the dental benefit in Medicare likely will not be in the new reconciliation bill, but it will likely return at a later date • Birthday fundraiser for Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis Friday, Nov. 19 at 7 P.M. If you would like to attend, please contact Dr. Venterina • State Senator Gounardes’ Sleep Act was signed into law. This increases the fine from $100 to $1,000 when people illegally alter their mufflers creating noise pollution ADJOURNMENT: 8:24 P.M. WWW.SDDSNY.ORG 13
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