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2023 Shils Innovator Award Winners

2023 Shils Innovator Award Winners

Dr. Christian S. Stohler
Dean of the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine

“Shils-Meskin Award”

“In recognition for being an exceptional innovative dental educator who has made incredible strides in data integration into dental education.”

Dr. Anne L. Koch
Founder and Past Director of the postdoctoral program in endodontics at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine and Founder and Past CEO, Real World Endo

“Cohen-Volpe Award”

“In recognition for her innovative approach to entrepreneurship, teaching and leadership in oral health.”

“Dr. Jennifer Webster-Cyriaque
Deputy Director of National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health,

“Excellence in Research Award“

 “In recognition for her research of the oral microbiome and oral health on HIV and cancer-causing viruses and leadership roles of the Oral HIV/AIDS Research Alliance. “

Primary Care Collaborative 

“Excellence in Community Award”

“In recognition for its prolific writing on why integrating primary and oral health care is critical to improving population health and addressing health inequity.”

Mr. Abe Kasbo
Founder and CEO of Verasoni Worldwide

“Excellence in Industry Award”

“In recognition of his innovation and philanthropic efforts to support oral health.”

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) 

“Special Recognition Award”

“In recognition for its 75 years of innovation and excellence to improve overall health for all individuals and communities.”

Student National Dental Association (SNDA)

“Special Recognition Award”

“In recognition for its innovative spirit and ongoing efforts in breaking down barriers for equitable representation in the dental profession and in advancing community engagement.”

Contact

Jamie Pirowskin – Executive Director
info@shilsfund.org

338 Jericho Turnpike Box 201, Syosset, NY 11791

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