Dean Dr . Mark Wolff Honored by Nationalities Service Center
Published : May 3 , 2022
Penn Dental Medicine ’ s Morton Amsterdam Dean , Dr . Mark Wolff , was recently honored by Philadelphiabased Nationalities Service Center ( NSC ) for the school ’ s service to refugees and other vulnerable populations . Dean Wolff was one of the honorees at NSC ’ s annual benefit , Global Tastes : The Centennial Edition , held on March 24 at the University City Science Center .
In 2019 , Penn Dental Medicine started its Dental Care Center for Vulnerable Populations to provide dental care to refugees and survivors of psychological and physical violence , in partnership with NSC , a refugee services organization , which refers its clients there for dental care . Dean Wolff had helped to establish a similar center while at New York University - College of Dentistry prior to coming to Penn Dental Medicine .
“ The Dental Care Center for Vulnerable Populations epitomizes one of our goals as a school : To find the most vulnerable people in Philadelphia and to bring oral healthcare and dignity to them through their smile ,” said Dr . Wolff . “ And for our students , working with these patients is an incredible learning experience demonstrating their care and empathy and gives them personal satisfaction that is incredible as well .”
“ Dean Wolff has shown incredible leadership in creating this unique and amazing resource for vulnerable newcomers in our region ,” said Margaret O ’ Sullivan , Executive Director of NSC . “ The clinic provides more than dental care ; it offers a return of dignity and healing for our clients .” Read here .