VDDS
604.683.5730
Suite 100
2227 St. John's St.
Port Moody, BC
V3H 2A6
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Annual Conference & Trade Show
Friday, Dec. 9
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Staying Green
In an effort to stay Green we really want to stress the transit option (Bus, Skytrain, Seabus) for our lectures.
As an incentive, bring in your (autographed) ticket stub to the meeting to be entered into a prize draw! |
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Thank You for Your Generosity!
Your tremendous financial support along with other friends and colleagues has enabled to provide invaluable support to people in Guatemala, Mexico, Bhutan, Philippines and Penelakut First Nation in BC.
Please review the update provided by Dr. Doug Nielsen, founder of The Dental Mission Project, as to how you have made a difference! Click HERE. |
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UBC Dentistry Introduces the Community Access Fund
The new Community Access Fund at UBC Dentistry will provide comprehensive dental treatment to patients who cannot afford to pay for it. Qualifying patients will be able to receive the comprehensive treatment they need at no charge, while students will have the educational advantage of being able to follow-through on the full treatment plan they have identified for these patients. Click HERE for more details and information on how you can support this worthy initiative. 
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Dental Office Space Available
5 op office available in North Burnaby ideal for pedo, endo, or oral surgery. High visibility with walk-in traffic. Present dentist is relocating.
Serious inquiries please contact (778) 885-3271 or (604) 889-0624.
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Study Clubs:
Link Your Contact Info!
Does your study club have an informational brochure in pdf format?
VDDS will link this information to your study club listing on our website.
E-mail gerri@vdds.com
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A New Program of Quality Dental CE Begins!
The 2011-12 CE Season begins Friday, October 14
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Dr. Trent Smallwood
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with Guest Speaker, Dr. Trent Smallwood and his fascinating lecture on "Invisalign and The Power Case Presentation." If you haven't already done so, we hope you plan to register for our season opener taking place at the Renaissance Vancouver Harbourside Hotel. Click HERE for full meeting details and lecture registration.
"... Having experienced Trent Smallwood's skills and rapport with others firsthand, spending time with him in this Program would be a very worthwhile, and a not to be missed experience." ~ David Hornbrook
We thank Nadean Burkett & Associates, our Partner in Education for the first CE event of the season!
Click HERE for a complete schedule of upcoming VDDS CE Events.
Your Travel to this Lecture: Remember to Go Green and Save! Rapid transit is the way to get there - Waterfront or Burrard Skytrain Station is your stop - then a 5 minute walk to 1133 West Hastings St. - $30 your savings.
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Membership Benefits ... Excellent CE and More!
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Dr. Vincent Hartloper
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VDDS President, Dr. Vincent Hartloper has organized an exciting new season of CE lectures! With additional opportunities for professional fraternity with the dental community, now is the time to join or renew your VDDS membership! With our first CE lecture taking place Friday, October 14, we encourage you to visit the VDDS website and choose the category of membership that suits you best.
Benefits include an exceptional 2011-12 series of high quality dental CE, as well as a variety of social events and travel opportunities where you can connect with your colleagues.
Fill out the form on-line or download the Membership Form and fax back to the office. |
Enjoy Midwinter Clinic at the Westin Bayshore!
The Annual Midwinter Clinic is the VDDS' premier event of the season for dentists, dental staff, study clubs and businesses that supply the Vancouver and area dental community. Please join us Friday, December 9, 2011 at the Westin Bayshore Hotel.
All details and registration information for Attendees and Exhibitors are available at Midwinter Clinic. For Attendee Registration, click HERE. Download the Exhibitor Registration Package HERE. Please note there are only a few exhibitor spots left so please contact the office as soon as possible.
 Be a guest and take advantage of our special "VDDS Midwinter Clinic Rate" and extend your stay. $129/night applies to days leading up to and following our annual show. (Rates guaranteed if booked by November 10.)
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The Paul Rondeau Memorial Lecture
The Memorial Lecture and bestowing of a Humanitarian Award is held every two years to commemorate the life and contributions of Dr. Paul Rondeau, whose accidental death occurred during his term as President of VDDS.
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We are honoured to have Dr. Gordon Christensen present The Paul Rondeau Memorial Lecture, "Practical Clinical Dentistry". Confirmed for Monday, February 27, his talk will be in conjunction with our luncheon and the Presentation of the 2012 Humanitarian Award.
Submissions for this prestigious award are being accepted now until the closing date of November 30. Please call the office for submission details. |
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Two Spectacular Theatre Events!
 Immediately following our annual Midwinter Clinic, the VDDS is excited to offer you PRIME seating for a festive favourite for all to enjoy - Irving Berlin's White Christmas. ONE NIGHT ONLY: Saturday, December 10 at The Stanley Theatre. Pre-show Reception included. For details please click HERE.  For all you Disney fans, the popular Beauty And The Beast is first up in the New Year at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre! Another stellar production for your staff, family and friends to experience. For details please click HERE.
Deadline Registration for BOTH musicals is November 21. |
Cabins are going fast for our upcoming tour cruising Scandinavia and Russia! You really do not want to miss out on this golden opportunity to experience the jewels of the Baltic, a unique and fascinating part of the world. Join your colleagues in this adventure of a life time!
Enjoy this spectacular two week voyage that includes Dental CE aboard the "Celebrity Eclipse." Departing June 23 from Southampton, you will visit some of the world's most magnificent ports of call.
 Begin your trip by arriving early to the old country and experience the vibrancy of London, England. Next, embark the award-win  ning Solstice Class luxury liner and get ready to explore highlights in Stockholm, Copenhagen, Berlin, Helsinki, Tallinn and Brugges. Take in all these magnificent Northern European ports before reaching the historical and cultural mecca of St. Petersburg, Russia. Here you will have two full days to tour the city and beyond as far as Peterhof's Palace and more! 
For details on this unique travel opportunity click HERE.
(Dental Continuing Education will be offered on at least TWO Sea Days). |
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Study Club Accepting New Members
The CMDS Ortho Study Club is accepting new members this fall. Please contact Dr. Timothy Tam at (604) 872-8712 or e-mail him at motaitam@hotmail.com.
New Study Club Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Treatment & Education in Dentistry (CITED): all five mentors are pacticing specialists in the lower mainland and Assistant Clinical Professors at UBC. Contact information is (604) 347-8668 and e-mail is info.cited@gmail.com. |
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For other information about VDDS, our upcoming lectures and events, signing up as a member or for general inquiries, please visit our website at VDDS.com.
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