Introducing Our Mental Health Task Force
By Nipa Thakkar , DMD , MBS , Chair
Protecting and promoting the mental health and wellness of our colleagues in dentistry has become a significant area of focus for the Pennsylvania Dental Association . In recognition of this national crisis and its impact on our profession , we have launched the Mental Health Task Force . We are committed to examining and assessing our mental health and wellness infrastructure and developing recommendations concerning future needs for the PDA Board of Trustees ’ consideration .
In addition , beginning with this , we will be publishing pieces in our Pennsylvania Dental Journal and launching a quarterly newsletter to highlight existing resources , explore opportunities for growth and acknowledge the progress we are making . As we introduce ourselves through this first issue , please remember to take care of yourselves and your peers in dentistry .
Members : Dr . Nipa Thakkar ( 1 ), Chair Dr . Samantha Abod ( 3 ) Dr . Ted Rockwell ( 8 ) Dr . Richard Troxler ( 9 ) Dr . Kayla Klingensmith ( 5 ) Dr . Matthew Zale ( 3 )
24 MARCH / APRIL 2024 | PENNSYLVANIA DENTAL JOURNAL