CONTINUEDP.17 CDA AwardWinners Dr. Jennifer MacLellan Dr. Jennifer MacLellan is a multi-faceted individual, serving as a teacher, public health advocate, mentor, researcher, and pediatric specialist. She made a significant effort to support the profession during the COVID-19 pandemic as president of the Nova Scotia Dental Association (NSDA) and is committed to promoting wellness in the lives of NSDA members through education and resources. Dr. MacLellan played a key role in improving the Nova Scotia Oral Health Program for children. Her work at the NSDA included applying her public health experiences to prevent early childhood caries and improve access to public programs. She is an excellent educator focused on preparing future dentists with evidence-based curricula. She actively supports their engagement in organized dentistry and underscores its importance. She was essential in the success of Dalhousie University’s outreach program and in delivering quality dental care to children. She has served as president of the Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. I would like to congratulate each person receiving a CDA award, and to recognize everyone involved in provincial and territorial dental associations, as well as CDA, for giving so freely and generously of your time to enrich and support our wonderful profession. Being given the privilege to give back in any way to my profession is an honour and to be rewarded for something that truly gives me nothing but joy, is incredible. I’m humbled and I do want to congratulate my dear friend and fellow Nova Scotian, Dr. Heather Carr. You’re an amazing person and have been inspirational to me. Thank you for so eloquently and passionately representing the dentists of Canada during a challenging term as CDA president. Dr. Nathalie Morin transitioned from military dentistry to become the director of professional services at the Ordre des dentistes du Québec (ODQ) and an assistant professor at McGill University’s faculty of dental medicine and oral health sciences. At the ODQ, she revitalized and implemented the Professional Practice General Inspection Program, improving the experience for dentists in Quebec. In 2017, she became clinic director at McGill. As the COVID-19 shutdowns were happening, she became the faculty’s associate dean of clinic affairs. She played a key role in re-opening the clinics and simulation laboratory, prioritizing infection prevention and control protocols. She emphasized patient care and dental student training during this challenging time. Dr. Morin volunteered on multiple committees and continues to practise dentistry. Dr. Nathalie Morin My career in dentistry was really a continuum of nice surprises, and it was filled with stimulating challenges. I wish to thank all the great people fromvarious dental organizations withwhomI got to collaborate on projects.These wonderful colleagues made me growwithin the dental profession andmade me enjoy every moment of my career. I do not have time to name all of them, but I want to recognize their support and friendship. Thank you, of course, to my family, husband, and kids who followed me over the years and were always encouraging me in new endeavours. 15 Issue 4 | 2024 |
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