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Looking Back, Moving Forward A Year-end Fireside Chat with Your 2024-2025 ADHA Officers (Ep 153)
Your Official ADHA Podcast
12/31/24 • 51 min
End-of-Year Episode! Matt catches up with ADHA officers on crucial dental hygiene issues, recent concerning proposals that impact the profession, patient care and scope of practice, and how the organization is opposing and addressing these. They look back at 2024 successes and look forward at the work ahead in 2025 work on professional autonomy, recruitment, education, policy, leadership development and more. The key is involvement through membership, upcoming leadership opportunities, advocacy, events and ADHA25 in Long Beach, CA.
Guests: ADHA President Erin Haley-Hitz, RDH, BSDH, MS, FADHA, MAADH; President-Elect Lancette VanGuilder, BS, RDH, PHEDH, CEAS, FADHA; Vice President Jessica August, MSDH, CDA, RDH, FADHA
Host: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA
Important Links:
Standing Our Ground: Professional Ethics in an Era of Change (Ep 160)
Your Official ADHA Podcast
05/13/25 • 39 min
In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Emily Boge brings her passionate advocacy to the forefront as she shares her journey from pharmacy student to influential voice in dental hygiene. Host Matt Crespin engages Dr. Boge in a candid discussion about how the profession’s code of ethics and clinical standards serve as the bedrock of public trust. They tackle head-on the alarming industry trends threatening to dilute educational requirements across multiple states. Dr. Boge makes a compelling case for why ADHA membership isn't just beneficial – it's an ethical imperative for every dental hygienist. Don’t miss this energizing conversation filled with practical wisdom for maintaining professional integrity and navigating ethical challenges – essential for every dental hygienist committed to advancing our profession. Guest: Emily Boge, EdD, RDH, CDA, FAADH, FADHA, CDIPC Host: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA
Important Links:
Emily's Hygienist Hub Article: https://www.adha.org/hygienist-hub/our-professional-association-is-important/
Standards for Dental Hygiene Care: https://www.adha.org/education-resources/standards/
ADHA Code of Ethics: https://www.adha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ADHA-Code-of-Ethics_FY24_10_18.pdf
ADHA and IFDH Joint Statement on Qualified Dental Hygiene Providers: https://www.adha.org/newsroom/adha-ifdh-joint-position-statement-qualified-dental-hygiene-providers/
090- Year in Review with ADHA President, Sharlee Burch, RDH, MPH, EdD Part 2
Your Official ADHA Podcast
12/28/21 • 24 min
Final ADHA podcast of 2021! We’re closing the year as the best-for-last conversation continues with ADHA President, Sharlee Burch, RDH, MPH, EdD. Part two includes more highlights from the year as well as a look ahead at some anticipated initiatives and events including our focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, the Dental Hygiene Leadership Summit (virtual and live) and ADHA22 in Louisville. Don’t miss it and get ready for a fabulous 2022. https://bit.ly/3ECtqMd
Quotes:
“We are really focused on engaging with our members and being the voice of dental hygiene and bringing in more and more voices.”
“This is how you can set up your nonprofit system to be successful.”
“We want to be effective as an association.”
“We want to be a place that is inclusive.”
“It’s okay if it looks different than it did 60 years ago, the way we practice isn’t the same as it was 60 years ago.”
“We want to be the resource for dental hygienists looking to grow their skill set and confidence and bolster their careers.”
“We are going to be 100 years old, can you believe it!”
Links
https://www.apha.org/APHA-Communities/Member-Sections/Oral-Health
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
COVID QUESTION EMAIL: [email protected]
www.ADHA2021.org
Matt’s Email: [email protected]
ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing,
membership updates, renewals and conference registration!
FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/
ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/
The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:
http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
034- Matt Talks to Gina Sharps, MPH, RDH, CTTS!
Your Official ADHA Podcast
11/03/20 • 29 min
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Gina Sharps, MPH, RDH, CTTS. Gina and Matt discuss Gina’s journey through dental hygiene, public health to dental public health and the impact ADHA has made in her career!
Episode Highlights
- ADHA Board of Trustees fall meeting takeaways
- Updates from ADHA
- Gina’s background
- Public Health
- Regional Oral Health Coordinator role
- Gina’s love for ADHA
- Advice
Quotes
“Assuming good intent is something I try to go in with at all times. If you can come in with that frame of mind, you can be much more productive.”
“Our staff is always ready to assist you.”
“When I was 7 years old I took a really bad fall on my bike... I was wired shut for 2 months.”
“Never say never. Seasons will change in your life, you will change, and your professional goals will change as well."
“I love that no day looks the same.”
“We have a laundry list of projects that involve the community.”
“We are at every table we are invited to, and sometimes it is making a place at the table.”
“I view ADHA as my professional compass.”
“I have met some of the most brilliant and passionate colleagues through ADHA and for that I am so grateful.”
“In public health the community is your patient.”
“Never ever be afraid to reinvent yourself.”
“When you become stagnant in your life, it is time to reinvent yourself. It may not be easy, but it will be well worth it.”
Links
Matt’s Email: [email protected]
ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing,
membership updates, renewals and conference registration!
FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: [email protected]
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19
American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/
ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/
The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:
070- ADHA Collaborates to Address Live Patient Exams and License Portability
Your Official ADHA Podcast
07/13/21 • 29 min
This week Matt chats with and panel of esteemed guests including Ann Battrell, ADHA CEO; Ann Lynch, ADHA Director of Advocacy and Education; and Dr. Joesph Crowley, chair of the Coalition For Modernizing Dental Licensure (CMDL). The group discusses ADHA’s role as a member of the Coalition and the work the group is doing toward eliminating the single encounter, procedure-based patient exams and replacing them with clinical assessments that have stronger validity and reliability evidence. In addition the Coalition is working to increase licensure portability to allow for professional mobility and improved access to care.
Episode Highlights
- Live From The ADHA 2021 Conference
- Dr. Crowley’s Background
- License Portability
Quotes
“I like all of us I am Zoomed out.”
“Many many professions use these types of exams as the final point to obtain licensure.”
“The legislation successes that ADHA has experienced are the results of strong broad based coalition efforts.”
“These issues are tough issues, if they were easy they would have been done decades ago.”
“I know and believe there is not one single organization that could do this work alone, successfully. “
“In one state I took a 10 question true or false exam to get my state license.”
“We’ve talked about it enough, now it is time to start doing it.”
“We are a national coalition, and we are doing national work.”
“We need ambassadors to say, this makes sense.”
Links
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
COVID QUESTION EMAIL: [email protected]
www.ADHA2021.org
Matt’s Email: [email protected]
ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing,
membership updates, renewals and conference registration!
FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/
ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/
The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:
http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
072- Dental Team Collaboration At Its Finest
Your Official ADHA Podcast
07/27/21 • 32 min
ADHA Immediate Past President Lisa Moravec RDH, MSDH and ADAA President Betty Fox, A.S., CDA, RDA, FADAA talk about the collaboration between the two organizations. Additionally a special treat with a couple of dental team members from Heartland Dental that really know what collaboration means both in and out of the office. Dental assistant Cesar Mendoza and his wife, dental hygienist Amber Mendoza chat with Matt about the benefits of working for a DSO and working together.
Episode Highlights
- Live From The ADHA 2021 Conference
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- ADHA/ADAA Partnership
- Community Statement
- Mr. and Mrs. Mendoza
- Heartland Dental - Dental Support Organization
- Covid-19
Quotes
“ADHA has a policy of collaboration that is the driving force on our current collaborations, like the one with the American Dental Assistant Association.”
“That oral health component really needs to be included.”
“There is currently no oral care benefit for Medicare that is in place.”
“There needs to be access to care for that oral component.”
“Medicare coverage currently extends to all microbial infections except those relating to the teeth and periodontium.
“Here I am learning everyday, and getting better everyday.”
“I came on to heartland and they were super invested in me from day one. They are all about relationships and partnerships and growing yourself.”
“We are the largest DSO, covering 38 States.”
“The pandemic whether in a DSO or not was shocking and scary for all of us.”
“I remember feeling so grateful for how Heartland reacted. I almost cried from joy.”
“Doctors are ultimately the ones that make a decision in the office for how they proceed.”
“He has a green thumb, I kill everything besides my children and patients.”
Links
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
COVID QUESTION EMAIL: [email protected]
www.ADHA2021.org
Matt’s Email: [email protected]
ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports
Visit www.adha.org for membership processing,
membership updates, renewals and conference registration!
FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/
ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/
The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:
http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/
Talking All Things Delegates and Dublin (Ep 99)
Your Official ADHA Podcast
05/10/22 • 39 min
This week, Matt chats with Kelli Jaecks, MA, RDH, and Jill Rethman, RDH, BA (both ADHA Past Presidents) about their current roles as delegates from ADHA to the International Federation of Dental Hygienists and the upcoming International Symposia on Dental Hygiene this August in Dublin, Ireland. Listen in to learn more about the important work they do as delegates and to hear what they are most looking forward to doing in Ireland.
Strategic solutions used to address and manage RDH burnout (Ep 101)
Your Official ADHA Podcast
06/07/22 • 29 min
Matt chats with author, speaker and mentor Kari Carter-Cherelus, RDH, DA. Listen in as they discuss the importance of educating hygienists about mental health and burnout. Kari is passionate about helping hygienists recognize the signs and implement effective strategies to overcome the damaging effects. Be sure to add Kari’s session to your must-attend list at ADHA22. Matt also talks about getting ready to gather live in Louisville this June, celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage month in May and Pride all month long.
011 Matt Highlights Support Services and Talks with Student Stacey Rudolph!
Your Official ADHA Podcast
05/26/20 • 31 min
This week Matt Crespin shares with us recent news with ADHA highlighting support services and is joined by student Stacey Rudolph.
Episode Highlights
- Stacey’s Background and Universe Moments
- Support Services through ADHA
- ADHA Conference going virtual
- Stacey's life before and after COVID-19 as a student
- Stacey's Role on the Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition Steering Committee as a student representative
- ADHA Scholarship - Johnson and Johnson Academic Excellence Scholarship
Quotes
“Here I was as a second semester student, could barely number the teeth right, and here I am working with this amazing interdisciplinary team...working towards these statewide oral health goals”
“All of these little bits and pieces need to come together to see change”
“I would highly recommend any student that wants to be involved in dental public health to get as involved as you can”
“I can feel how passionate you are about that engagement”
“I feel like you are meant for bigger things, so if you want them, you need to go out and get them”
“You are not just a robot that is going to be joining this workforce, if you are going to be involved in public health you need to bring your stories, your passion, your history and add it in to the overall story”
“I admittedly didn’t know anything, but it was a great starting off point for me”
“Our daughter had open heart surgery at 4 months old and I didn’t go back to work”
“She felt really uncomfortable treating my daughter with special needs”
“There is a need here that I feel I could fulfill”
“The future of our profession, it if looks like you, and has the passion you do, I think we will be in a good place”
Links
The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.
Conference - June 26-28, 2020
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Visit www.adha.org for membership processing,
membership updates, renewals and conference registration!
FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/
Email for COVID Questions/Input: [email protected]
Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19
ADHA Annual Conference Website: https://www.adha2020.org
American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage: https://www.adha.org/
ADHA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/youradha/
The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage:
Wake Up to the Oral Impact of Sleep Medicine (Ep 149)
Your Official ADHA Podcast
11/12/24 • 31 min
Oral care implications of sleep disorders are multifaceted. Dental professionals are increasingly vital in identifying and supporting treatment for sleep disorders. Dr. Radfar shares with host Matt Crespin, the keys to the successful integration of sleep medicine into his dental practice. He bridges the gap with insights, treatment implications for oral health, and practical tools to help you support and advocate for those in your care who suffer from sleep disorders. This episode is generously sponsored by Aquoral.
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How many episodes does Your Official ADHA Podcast have?
Your Official ADHA Podcast currently has 161 episodes available.
What topics does Your Official ADHA Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Medicine, Podcasts and Dental.
What is the most popular episode on Your Official ADHA Podcast?
The episode title '026 - Matt Talks with New ADHA Board Member, Jennifer Frame!' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Your Official ADHA Podcast?
The average episode length on Your Official ADHA Podcast is 34 minutes.
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Episodes of Your Official ADHA Podcast are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Your Official ADHA Podcast?
The first episode of Your Official ADHA Podcast was released on Apr 28, 2020.
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