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(From L-R) ADI President Rochelle Javier, [Lecturers] Dr. Corinne Somera-Atienza, Dr. Jessie Domagsang, Dr. Tricia Dellosa and Fellow Jonathan Fandialan
The Academy Of Dentistry International- Republic of the Philippines Section has achieved a significant milestone with its inaugural tripartite collaboration aimed at providing continuing education to dentists in the southern part of Manila. In line with the president's commitment, the ADI is dedicated to extending ongoing educational opportunities to dentists across the nation. This marks a historic moment for the organization, as it is the first time it has joined forces with both a dental university and a specialized group to enhance the knowledge of our dentists, offering a unique three-day workshop with practical learning components. The feedback from our initial group of 33 participants has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing their enthusiasm for future sessions. The instructors from our partner group, the Orofacial Pain Association of the Philippines ( OPAP ), have received exceptional reviews, headed by ADI Fellow Jonathan Fandialan; and the choice of the Adventist University of the Philippines as the venue has proven to be the perfect setting for such an informative seminar.
The 3-day intensive course and hands on workshop, “Management of TMD and Orofacial Pain for the General Dentist “ was held last July 30,31 and August 1, 2023 to a full attendance of eager dentists at the Center for Graduate Studies at the Adventist University of the Philippines in Silang, Cavite. In spite of the bad weather, all registered participants made it on time. A short opening program preceded the lectures with the ADI president Fellow Rochelle Javier delivering the Opening Remarks followed by the AUP College of Dentistry Dean Herminiano Subido for his welcome remarks. Joining Fellow Fandialan in sharing their knowledge are three proficient ladies- Dr. Cookie Somera-Atienza, Dr. Tricia Dellosa and Dr Jessy Domagsang.
After engaging in hours of intensive lectures and enjoying delightful meals, our dedicated dentist participants took part in a memorable graduation ceremony. During this ceremony, our dentists were presented with their individual certificates by three distinguished figures: Fellow Fandialan, our course director; Fellow Javier, the esteemed ADI president; and the amiable Dr Subido, the Dean of AUP College of Dentistry. On the final day of the workshop, our participants demonstrated their expertise by successfully crafting splints for the appliance therapy. The workshop's resounding success and the warm reception it received have prompted ADI- RP Section to consider extending the same course to dentists in the northern region. We eagerly anticipate the continued support of our ADI fellows in this exciting upcoming endeavor.
This seminar was made achievable thanks to the generous contributions of our sponsors and supporters. Valuedent Dental Corporation supplied the materials for our workshop, The Park Hotel extended discounted room rates to our participants, and Pascual Laboratories has been steadfast in their support for the ADI. The ADI- RP Section continues to appreciate the chance to offer our dentists high-quality continuing education courses, thanks to the capable assistance of our sponsors. We look forward to receiving similar support as we embark on our next project in early 2024.
