Abstract
The Michigan Dental Association (MDA) awarded outstanding individuals and organizations in 2024, highlighting dedication to dentistry and community service. Notable winners include Dr. Richard Charlick, honored for decades of teaching and mission work, Dr. Daniel Miller for leadership across dentistry, and Dr. Michael Haddow and Scott Ward for exceptional public service. Educators Dr. Sarah Tomaka and Dr. Gary Bonior were recognized for their contributions to dental education, while Becky Wooters facilitated dental assistant training at tribal colleges. NDX Dental Art Laboratory and Dr. Michael Vilag were commended for their work with Donated Dental Services, alongside rising star Dr. Katherine Cramer. Legislative support from Sen. Sam Singh was also acknowledged. The late Karen Burgess received posthumous recognition for her transformative leadership as MDA CEO.
Recommended Citation
Foe, David MA CDE
(2024)
"Here Are the MDA Award Winners for 2024,"
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 106:
No.
5, Article 11.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol106/iss5/11
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