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President’s Message
sional journey and contributes to our dental
SPRING 2019
community’s strength and vitality.
By Analia Veitz- Keenan DDS, FAGD
The Journal of the Dear Members, Additionally, I want to highlight the impor-
tance of advocacy for our profession and
New York State Academy As we embark on a protecting the general dentistry practice,
of General Dentistry new year filled with for which NYSAGD has always been a
leader.
opportunities and chal-
New York State Academy of General Dentistry lenges, I am honored
19-02 Whitestone Expressway, Suite 204 to address each of you But also, as general dentists, we play a
Whitestone, NY 11357 as the 2024 President crucial role in promoting oral health and
Telephone: 718-747-3353 of the New York State well-being in our patients.
Fax: 718-747-3355
To Contact the NYSAGD, visit our website Academy of General Dentistry. Let us unite in our efforts to raise aware-
at www.nysagd.org ness about the value of the integral role that
Janice Pliszczak, DDS, MS, MBA, MAGD First and foremost, I want to express my general dentistry plays in overall health.
heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering
Editor commitment to excellence in dental care,
Analia Veitz-Keenan, DDS, FAGD your dedication to professional develop- As we navigate the ever-evolving land-
Co-Editor ment, and your continued support of our scape of dentistry, your feedback and in-
Paula Bostick Academy. Your contributions are what sights are invaluable. I encourage you to
Executive Director make our community of general dentists contact us with any suggestions, ideas, or
truly exceptional. concerns you may have. Together, we can
2024 Executive Council shape the future of our Academy and con-
tinue to elevate general dentistry standards
President – Analia Veitz-Keenan, DDS, FAGD In the coming months, we are excited to in New York.
NYU College of Dentistry, 345 East 24 Street, roll out a series of initiatives to advance our
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New York, NY 10010 collective knowledge, foster collaboration, Thank you for your continued support. I
President-Elect – James Keenan, DDS, MAGD and enhance our members’ overall experi- look forward to a year filled with growth,
NYU College of Dentistry, 345 East 24th Street, ence. From original and cutting-edge edu- collaboration, and success for every NYS
New York, NY 10010 cation opportunities and the continuously Academy of General Dentistry member.
Treasurer – Joseph DiDonato, III, DDS, MBA, FAGD improving GP Journal to events facilitating
680 South Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620 meaningful connections, we are committed Wishing you a prosperous and fulfilling
Secretary – Katayoon Noroozi-Leibowitz, DDS to providing you with the resources you year ahead.
NYU College of Dentistry, 345 East 24th Street, need to thrive in your practice.
New York, NY 10010 For the good of the Academy,
Editor – Janice Pliszczak, DDS, MS, MBA, MAGD I encourage you to actively participate in
4827 Broad Road, Syracuse, NY 13215 our upcoming events, engage with your Analia Veitz- Keenan DDS, FAGD
fellow members, and take advantage of our 2024 President New York State Academy
National Trustee – Ira Levine, DDS, MAGD
111 North Central Park Avenue, Suite 208, Academy’s wealth of knowledge. of General Dentistry
Hartsdale, NY 10538
Regional Director – Seung-Hee Rhee, DDS, MAGD
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Great News Members,

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General Dentistry is published twice a year by The New York AGD Group Benefits Committee and the President of the New York
the New York State Academy of General Dentistry. AGD has worked hard to help our members fulfill the newly “Mandated Reporter
The issues are mailed out in March and September Training for Child Abuse.” We have found access to a free course being offered by the
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