Abstract
Dr. William Chase reflects on a 45-year career enriched by dental volunteering and humanitarian missions. Chronicling his experiences treating patients in the Philippines and Brazil, he illustrates how altruism provides professional satisfaction that transcends financial gain. The article outlines various domestic opportunities for service, such as the MDA Foundation’s Mission of Mercy and the Donated Dental Services (DDS) program. Chase provides a checklist for interested volunteers and encourages colleagues to emerge from their comfort zones to provide life-altering care to underserved populations locally and abroad.
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Chase, William DDS, MAOM
(2026)
"Volunteering: Service to Humanity Is the Best Work of Life,"
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 108:
No.
4, Article 8.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol108/iss4/8
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