American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

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2021-2022

Research Fellowship

The ABPD Research Fellowship is a one-year, part-time program that positions early career dentists, and others with relevant advanced degrees, as future health care leaders

The program facilitates research in areas relevant to assessment, performance, and quality improvement, continuing professional development, and initial and continuing board certification.

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Statement of Affirmation

As the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD) continues to strive for excellence in pediatric oral health care, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization. To translate this commitment to action, ABPD has formed a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Task Force. ABPD is pleased to announce our Statement of Affirmation

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Twelve New CQIs!

If you haven't yet completed your CQIs for the year, we have twelve new ones to suggest!

Leila C Younger, DDS, MS, named ABPD Executive Director

Following a year-long search, the board of directors and staff of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD) are pleased to announce that Leila C. Younger, DDS, MS, has been selected as the new Executive Director of ABPD, effective June 14, 2021.

Introducing New Examination Committee Leadership | ROC-P Subcommittee

Meet the leadership of our Renewal of Certification Process Subcommittee! This committee is responsible for developing the Continuous Quality Improvement Modules (CQIs) as well as our Renewal of Certification Examination. We appreciate their commitment to ABPD.