Dear Alumni, Colleagues and Friends - University of Illinois at Chicago
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Fall/Winter 2011<br />
Editor/Executive Director<br />
Vincent J. Arpino, DDS, MS<br />
109 West Maple Avenue<br />
Libertyville, IL 60048<br />
(847) 362-8262<br />
varpinobraces@msn.com<br />
President<br />
Michael Conlon, DDS, MS<br />
4104 W. Crystal Lake Rd<br />
McHenry, IL 60050<br />
(815) 344-2840<br />
orthoman77@aol.com<br />
Pr<strong>of</strong>essor <strong>and</strong> Department Head<br />
Carla A. Evans, DDS, DMSc<br />
Department <strong>of</strong> Orthodontics (MC 841)<br />
College <strong>of</strong> Dentistry<br />
801 South Paulina Street<br />
<strong>Chicago</strong>, IL 60612<br />
(312) 996-7138<br />
caevans@uic.edu<br />
Almost there! How many times have you been on a drive <strong>and</strong> you<br />
hear the kids, or your spouse, bark out: “Are we there yet?” Well,<br />
we are happy to report th<strong>at</strong> we are in the final stages <strong>of</strong> the clinic<br />
remodeling <strong>and</strong> in the<br />
<strong>Dear</strong> <strong>Alumni</strong>,<br />
<strong>Colleagues</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />
<strong>Friends</strong>,<br />
Carla in her new <strong>of</strong>fice<br />
process <strong>of</strong> furnishing the<br />
new classrooms (please check<br />
out www.uic.edu/depts/<br />
dort/newclassroom.html for<br />
progress). Carla Evans <strong>and</strong><br />
Rob Manasse have done a<br />
gre<strong>at</strong> job <strong>of</strong> keeping on top <strong>of</strong> the project <strong>and</strong> pushing it forward. This<br />
is truly a gre<strong>at</strong> environment for the residents <strong>and</strong> they are extremely<br />
appreci<strong>at</strong>ive <strong>of</strong> your support. The current third year class has been<br />
through the transform<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>and</strong> can <strong>at</strong>test first h<strong>and</strong> to how much<br />
the new clinic <strong>and</strong> lab has enhanced their learning experience in the<br />
program.<br />
As we come to the end <strong>of</strong> another year, we hope th<strong>at</strong> we can count on<br />
your continued support <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Alumni</strong> Associ<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>and</strong> the Department.<br />
Annual <strong>Alumni</strong> Dues<br />
AAO Rock Bottom Bash<br />
<strong>of</strong> 2011<br />
And the Building Goes<br />
On…<br />
4th Annual Schneider<br />
Golf Outing<br />
<strong>Alumni</strong> Meeting Friday,<br />
Sept 7, 2012<br />
Orthodontic Practice<br />
Transition<br />
Class <strong>of</strong> 2012<br />
Seeking Employment<br />
Opportunities<br />
Annual <strong>Alumni</strong> Dues<br />
This mailing represents our annual call for <strong>Alumni</strong> Dues. Please complete the enclosed remittance<br />
envelope along with your $200 payment to the “Orthodontic <strong>Alumni</strong> Associ<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>of</strong> <strong>Illinois</strong>.” We<br />
would like to again remind you th<strong>at</strong> there are NO administr<strong>at</strong>ive costs to the associ<strong>at</strong>ion, <strong>and</strong> all <strong>of</strong><br />
the dues are used to fund alumni activities as well as to support the orthodontic program.<br />
ALL don<strong>at</strong>ions collected during this mailing are given directly to Carla <strong>and</strong> the Department.<br />
The Associ<strong>at</strong>ion provides additional funding for some <strong>of</strong> renov<strong>at</strong>ion expenses <strong>and</strong> also supporting<br />
departmental activities for the residents. Last year we collected $12,850 in don<strong>at</strong>ions which was<br />
specifically used for the clinic renov<strong>at</strong>ion. Special thanks to last year donors: Said Albareedi (NU ’83),<br />
Dennis Bond (NU ’71), Dale Davis (UIC ’94), Lisa Davis (UIC ’96), Michael Durbin (UIC ’90), Tarek<br />
El-Bialy (UIC ’02), Milton Engel (UIC ’40), P<strong>at</strong>rick Foley (STLU ’87), John Ford (NW ’84), Robert<br />
Hoehne (UIC ’60), Kenneth Kaplin (UIC ’90), Lihong Lin (UIC ’08), James Lupi (UIC ’93), John Marx<br />
(NU ’69), Donald O’Donoghue (UIC ’63), William Petty (LU ’74), Linda Powers (UIC ’01), Robert<br />
Rappaport (UIC ’73), Jacqueline Rosen (NU ’84), Michael Ryan (UIC ’94), Bernard Schneider (UIC ’57),<br />
Tonya Volk (UIC ’08), Neil Warshawsky (UIC ’92), Michael Weinberg (UIC ’94).<br />
Please take the time to support<br />
the UIC Orthodontic Program<br />
<strong>and</strong> the Orthodontic <strong>Alumni</strong><br />
Associ<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>of</strong> <strong>Illinois</strong>!
AAO Rock Botom<br />
Bash <strong>of</strong> 2011<br />
This event is just another benefit <strong>of</strong> membership! The AAO alumni reception was<br />
held <strong>at</strong> a local restaurant/bar since it was a rare occurrence for the AAO to be<br />
hosted in <strong>Chicago</strong>. We had alums <strong>and</strong> guests from all over the world g<strong>at</strong>her<br />
for an evening <strong>of</strong> food <strong>and</strong> fun. There were almost 200 people in <strong>at</strong>tendance<br />
representing pretty much every gener<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>of</strong> gradu<strong>at</strong>es <strong>of</strong> the Northwestern,<br />
Loyola <strong>and</strong> the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Illinois</strong> programs. There was a full house until the end.<br />
The <strong>at</strong>mosphere was gre<strong>at</strong>, the food delicious <strong>and</strong> there were many memories to<br />
c<strong>at</strong>ch up on!<br />
We are really excited to get as many people involved <strong>and</strong> excited about coming<br />
to our g<strong>at</strong>herings. It’s not only about dentistry but friendship as well. Grab your<br />
friends <strong>and</strong> colleagues <strong>and</strong> bring them out to our upcoming <strong>Alumni</strong> Meeting in<br />
2012!<br />
Loyola R<strong>at</strong> Pack<br />
Bob Bushey (UIC ‘60) found himself in 1960<br />
Drake Hotel alumni reunion<br />
meeting photo
And the Building Goes On…<br />
Brodie Library<br />
Faculty Working Area<br />
New Administr<strong>at</strong>ive Offices<br />
possible the purchase <strong>of</strong> furniture for the newly<br />
renov<strong>at</strong>ed area. Saad has organized <strong>and</strong> runs<br />
the Saudi <strong>Alumni</strong> Associ<strong>at</strong>ion which consists <strong>of</strong><br />
gradu<strong>at</strong>es from UIC. Over the years we have had<br />
numerous alums return back to their country, but<br />
they have still remained active in supporting the<br />
department <strong>and</strong> have maintained connected though<br />
fellow alums.<br />
The<br />
Ceiling Tile in Graber Gallery <strong>Alumni</strong><br />
Associ<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
is extremely gr<strong>at</strong>eful to alums Saad<br />
Al-Kharsa (UIC<br />
’82) <strong>and</strong> the<br />
Saudi Arabia<br />
<strong>Alumni</strong> whose<br />
very generous<br />
don<strong>at</strong>ion will<br />
help make<br />
Faculty<br />
MemberAshok<br />
Kothari (LU ‘83)<br />
presenting a<br />
don<strong>at</strong>ion to<br />
Budi Kusnoto<br />
<strong>and</strong> Rob<br />
Manasse<br />
Saad Al-Kharsa<br />
(UIC ‘82)<br />
We are in the final stages <strong>of</strong> the clinic<br />
renov<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>and</strong> are working on furnishing the<br />
new classrooms <strong>and</strong> administr<strong>at</strong>ive <strong>of</strong>fices.<br />
The Brodie Library was completely dismantled<br />
<strong>and</strong> remodeled with new ceiling tiles, carpet<br />
<strong>and</strong> refinished cabinets. One <strong>of</strong> the existing<br />
conference rooms has been refurbished<br />
receiving new flooring, a copper ceiling <strong>and</strong><br />
Graber Gallery<br />
m<strong>at</strong>ching wall coverings <strong>and</strong> has been named<br />
the Graber Gallery in honor <strong>of</strong> Dr. Tom Graber<br />
who was a faculty member in the Department<br />
from 1994 until he passed away in 2007. The<br />
Ricketts Room has been reloc<strong>at</strong>ed <strong>and</strong> had a<br />
makeover <strong>of</strong> paint, new lighting <strong>and</strong> flooring.<br />
It will also receive new tables <strong>and</strong> chairs. This<br />
conference room is the largest <strong>and</strong> has se<strong>at</strong>ing<br />
Ricketts Room<br />
for 40 to accommod<strong>at</strong>e all residents <strong>and</strong> faculty<br />
<strong>and</strong> is the main lecture room for our guest<br />
lecturers. A new faculty area next to the clinic had been designed to have 4<br />
work st<strong>at</strong>ions to allow instructors <strong>and</strong> residents to priv<strong>at</strong>ely meet to discuss<br />
cases or tre<strong>at</strong>ment plans. Finally, four administr<strong>at</strong>ive <strong>of</strong>fices including Carla’s<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice <strong>and</strong> a reception area were added.<br />
New Classrooms/Offices Floor Plan<br />
We are also thankful to faculty member Ashok Kothari (LU ’83) who has also made a generous<br />
don<strong>at</strong>ion to help furnish the faculty area. Ashok works 1/2 a day a week in the clinic don<strong>at</strong>ing<br />
his time <strong>and</strong> talent <strong>and</strong> passion for orthodontics. It should also be mentioned th<strong>at</strong> the<br />
<strong>Alumni</strong> Associ<strong>at</strong>ion has also provided a significant amount to help fund the completion <strong>of</strong> this<br />
project. Just another example <strong>of</strong> how important your membership is helpful in supporting the<br />
Department!<br />
4th Annual Schneider Golf Outing<br />
Special thanks to 3rd year resident Mike Everson, who<br />
organized the 4th annual Schneider Golf Outing <strong>at</strong> Foss<br />
Park. We had over 20 in <strong>at</strong>tendance including Bernie <strong>and</strong><br />
a gre<strong>at</strong> time was had by all. The we<strong>at</strong>her cooper<strong>at</strong>ed long<br />
Bernie flanked<br />
by longest drive<br />
winner Mike<br />
Durbin <strong>and</strong><br />
faculty member<br />
John Kelsey<br />
enough for<br />
everyone to finish<br />
a majority <strong>of</strong> the<br />
holes. Honors <strong>of</strong> the<br />
day included Mike<br />
Mike<br />
Everson<br />
preparing<br />
for more<br />
golf<br />
once he<br />
gradu<strong>at</strong>es<br />
Everson for the closest to the pin while<br />
Mike Durbin launched a monster drive to<br />
earn his longest drive prize. This marks<br />
a 3-pe<strong>at</strong> for the winning group: Lawrence<br />
Voss, Mike Everson, Mike’s fiancé<br />
Christina Ramos, <strong>and</strong> James Van Hoose<br />
<strong>of</strong> Dentaurum. The <strong>Alumni</strong> Associ<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
board has voted unanimously to banish<br />
this foursome from playing in next year’s outing. We were gr<strong>at</strong>eful<br />
to our cooper<strong>at</strong>e sponsors: Dentaurum, RMO <strong>and</strong> Unitek. We look<br />
forward to seeing everyone next year!
<strong>Alumni</strong> Meeting Friday, Sept 7, 2012<br />
Orthodontic Practice Transition<br />
Upd<strong>at</strong>ed perspectives for those<br />
transitioning in <strong>and</strong> out<br />
“You May Delay But Time Will Not”<br />
Attorney R<strong>and</strong>all<br />
Berning<br />
Save the d<strong>at</strong>e<br />
for this<br />
important<br />
meeting! It is never<br />
too early to prepare<br />
yourself for the transition<br />
<strong>of</strong> your practice. Wh<strong>at</strong><br />
does the future hold for<br />
your staff <strong>and</strong> p<strong>at</strong>ients in planning a practice<br />
transition? Even if you are not currently<br />
looking to exp<strong>and</strong> or retire, this fast paced<br />
one-day present<strong>at</strong>ion will provide a general<br />
underst<strong>and</strong>ing <strong>of</strong> the necessary framework<br />
<strong>and</strong> important topics to consider in planning<br />
a transition. With proper prepar<strong>at</strong>ion,<br />
instead <strong>of</strong> simply selling, retiring <strong>and</strong><br />
hopefully walking away, you can take steps to<br />
ensure the practice remains strong <strong>and</strong> viable<br />
as the buyer succeeds. In order to have a<br />
successful transition between the buyer <strong>and</strong><br />
the seller it is paramount to underst<strong>and</strong> the<br />
process. Case reports will be presented to<br />
highlight keys to success <strong>and</strong> deficiencies<br />
th<strong>at</strong> led to failure. No m<strong>at</strong>ter where you are<br />
in your career, this present<strong>at</strong>ion will help<br />
prepare the found<strong>at</strong>ion for the transition<br />
process.<br />
The program will be moder<strong>at</strong>ed by <strong>at</strong>torney<br />
<strong>and</strong> practice transition authority R<strong>and</strong>all<br />
Berning <strong>and</strong> will include a panel <strong>of</strong> experts to<br />
review the framework <strong>of</strong> a successful practice<br />
transition. R<strong>and</strong>all <strong>and</strong> his firm, Berning <strong>and</strong><br />
Affili<strong>at</strong>es, Inc, have specialized in practice<br />
ownership transitions <strong>and</strong> expansions for<br />
over 25 years <strong>and</strong> he has authored over 100<br />
articles <strong>and</strong> paneled numerous AAO <strong>and</strong><br />
other present<strong>at</strong>ions. In addition we have<br />
Paul Baumann, CPA, ABV, CFF, ASA who will<br />
provide m<strong>at</strong>erial on practice valu<strong>at</strong>ion as part<br />
<strong>of</strong> the program. Paul has extensive expertise<br />
in providing valu<strong>at</strong>ions <strong>of</strong> orthodontic<br />
practices <strong>and</strong> he is accredited in Business<br />
Valu<strong>at</strong>ion. An overview <strong>of</strong> orthodontic<br />
practice valu<strong>at</strong>ion essentials will be detailed<br />
during his present<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
We are also fortun<strong>at</strong>e to have on our<br />
panel, Dr. David Musich <strong>and</strong> his practice<br />
administr<strong>at</strong>or, Beth Barrett, who will discuss<br />
the role <strong>of</strong> the orthodontist as CEO <strong>and</strong><br />
leadership in planning transition. Having<br />
recently through the transition process,<br />
they will <strong>of</strong>fer insight to help identify the<br />
important steps to consider during the<br />
process. Beth will address wh<strong>at</strong> doctors<br />
need to know about the role <strong>of</strong> key staff<br />
during each stage <strong>of</strong> the practice transition<br />
<strong>and</strong> why. Plenty <strong>of</strong> checklists <strong>and</strong> other<br />
useful h<strong>and</strong>out m<strong>at</strong>erials will be provided.<br />
As an added bonus, you will also be<br />
able to invite a close dental colleague or<br />
spouse. Your referring dentist will gre<strong>at</strong>ly<br />
appreci<strong>at</strong>e the topic <strong>and</strong> your invit<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
to the program can signal th<strong>at</strong> you are<br />
Class <strong>of</strong> 2012<br />
Seeking<br />
Employment<br />
Opportunities<br />
Are you in the<br />
process <strong>of</strong><br />
transitioning your<br />
practice or looking<br />
for an associ<strong>at</strong>e or<br />
partner? It is never<br />
too early to start<br />
looking for the right<br />
person <strong>and</strong> the<br />
best way to start<br />
is by networking<br />
directly with the<br />
residents. You<br />
are encouraged<br />
to contact them<br />
directly.<br />
interested in his /her practice future. A<br />
practice transition happens to every doctor<br />
<strong>and</strong> knowing when a referral practice may<br />
transition can help you met the new doctor<br />
in a timely manner.<br />
This meeting is FREE to dues<br />
paying members <strong>of</strong> the<br />
<strong>Alumni</strong> Associ<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
Another value <strong>of</strong> membership!<br />
From Left to Right: Dale Benjamin, dalebenj@gmail.com –<br />
Palm Beach or Broward County, FL; Nilou Nouri, nilounm@<br />
gmail.com – Southern California; Mary Ellen Dobbs,<br />
maryellen.dobbs@gmail.com – East Tennessee; Tamara<br />
Oweis, tmaraowais@gamail.com – <strong>Chicago</strong>l<strong>and</strong> area;<br />
Bruni Ortiz-Giuliani, bruimarie@gmail.com – Dorado,<br />
Puerto Rico; Kristin Moore, kristinnmoore1@gmail.com<br />
– <strong>Chicago</strong>l<strong>and</strong> area; Michael Everson – eversonortho@<br />
gmail.com – Austin, Tx or Atlanta, Ga; Jessica Hylan-<br />
Cohen, jessannecohen@gmail.com – <strong>Chicago</strong>l<strong>and</strong> area;<br />
M<strong>at</strong>thew “Tim” Sagun, m<strong>at</strong>thewsagun@gmail.com –<br />
<strong>Chicago</strong>l<strong>and</strong> area.