Jan 10, 2020
A Curious Future | Dr. Julie Kellogg
The world is poised to have four generations working side by side. How do we all navigate the communication and generational challenges that confront the modern workplace?
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Jan 8, 2020
CE for Dentists at PNDC 2020
Earn up to 19 CE credits from sessions covering oral surgery, restorative dentistry, endodontics, pharmacology and much more!
Jan 8, 2020
Register for Dental Action Day by Friday
Join member dentists from across the state at Dental Action Day on Thursday, Jan. 23 in Olympia. Register by Friday, Jan. 10.
Jan 6, 2020
Upcoming DQAC Committee Meetings - Jan. 16 & 17
Review agendas for upcoming DQAC Dental Infection Control & Dental Anesthesia Committee meetings.
Jan 3, 2020
Walla Walla Valley Dental Society Legislator Meet & Greet
Join the Walla Walla Valley Dental Society on Thursday, Jan. 9 for a Legislator Meet & Greet in Walla Walla.
Jan 3, 2020
New Laws & Regulations Taking Effect Jan. 1, 2020
New laws and regulations taking effect include a B&O tax increase, minimum wage increase & the start of Paid Family and Medical Leave program employee benefit utilization.
Jan 3, 2020
Reminder: New Laws & Regulations Effective Jan. 1
New laws & regulations effective Jan. 1: B&O tax increase, minimum wage increase & start of PFML program employee benefit utilization.
Jan 2, 2020
Volunteer Feb. 13-16 at Seattle/King County Clinic
The Seattle/King County Clinic, taking place Feb. 13-16 at Seattle Center, is in need of dental volunteers.
Jan 2, 2020
Reminder: Register for Dental Action Day
Join member dentists from across the state on Thursday, Jan. 23 at Dental Action Day in Olympia. One profession, one voice!
Dec 31, 2019
WSDA Members Support Drug Take Back Days
Reducing prescriptions and encouraging proper disposal of unused medicines through national Drug Take Back Days will help address diversion issues and drug abuse.
Dec 26, 2019
ABCs of Credit Card Processing
Learn more about the basics of credit card processing from Best Card, a WSDA endorsed company.
Dec 26, 2019
Innovative New Dental Clinic Opens in Olympia Following $255,000 WSDA Foundation Grant
The Neighborcare Health Dental Clinic at Providence St. Peter Hospital will provide underserved families and individuals access to oral health care services.
Dec 24, 2019
Exciting Changes Are Coming to the WSDA Foundation
We look forward to supporting the good works of our component societies & expanding dental residency programs across the state with a new strategic vision for the WSDA Foundation.
Dec 23, 2019
Register for PNDC 2020: May 28-30 in Seattle
PNDC offers dentists, hygienists and the rest of the team a three-day dental conference experience in the heart of the Emerald City.
Dec 23, 2019
Reminder: Paid Family & Medical Leave Reporting and Employee Benefits
Paid Family & Medical Leave Program reporting for Quarter 4 is due by Jan. 31. Additionally, beginning Jan. 1, employers will need to offer paid family and medical leave through either the state plan or a voluntary plan.
Dec 23, 2019
2020 DQAC Meeting Dates
Mark your calendar for the Dental Quality Assurance Commission's 2020 meeting dates.
Dec 20, 2019
Maximizing Her Impact: 2019 WSDA Citizen of the Year Dr. Beatrice Gandara
Learn more about 2019 WSDA Citizen of the Year Dr. Beatrice Gandara.
Dec 18, 2019
Information Regarding Electronic Prescribing Mandate - Jan. 1, 2021
Information from the Department of Health regarding the electronic prescribing mandate taking effect Jan. 1, 2021.
Dec 18, 2019
Amalgam Separator Update
While amalgam separators are already required in all dental offices in WA that use mercury-containing amalgams, dental offices must submit a new one-time compliance report by Oct. 12, 2020.
Dec 17, 2019
Survey Reminder: Antibiotic Prescribing Practices & Attitudes Among Dentists in WA State
The DOH is conducting a survey of practicing dentists in WA to learn what support for antibiotic stewardship exists in dental clinics.
Dec 17, 2019
DQAC Dental Collaboration Committee Amended Meeting Agenda - Dec. 20
DQAC will hold a Dental Collaboration Committee meeting on Friday, Dec. 20. Find an amended meeting agenda here.
Dec 16, 2019
Video: Sell Your Dental Practice the Most Tax Efficient Way
Learn how to structure asset allocation to minimize taxes and maximize value when selling your dental practice in this video from the ADA.
Dec 11, 2019
Symposium on Ethical Issues in Dentistry - April 26
A symposium on Ethical Issues in Dentistry will be held at the University of Washington on Sunday, April 26, 2020.
Dec 6, 2019
DQAC Dental Collaboration Committee Meeting
DQAC will hold a Dental Collaboration Committee meeting on Friday, Dec. 20.
Dec 6, 2019
Infection Control Rules Update
DQAC has approved proposed dental infection control rules to move forward to the next stage of rulemaking.
Dec 4, 2019
DQAC Meetings - Dec. 6
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a business meeting and Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting on Friday, Dec. 6.
Dec 2, 2019
Seattle-King County Dental Society Names Dr. Randy Ogata as Executive Director
The Seattle-King County Dental Society (SKCDS) has named Randy Ogata, DDS as Executive Director.
Dec 2, 2019
Virtual Dentistry
Advances in teledentistry may be key to improving access to care. But as with most things that appear simple, teledentistry is a complex new venture.
Nov 27, 2019
Renew Your Membership for 2020
Thank you for being a member of the WSDA, ADA and your local dental society. Please renew your membership for 2020.
Nov 27, 2019
Sign Up for the WSDA Mentor Program
WSDA is looking for members who are committed to building a mentor relationship with a current UW dental student to join the WSDA Mentor Program!
Nov 27, 2019
American Dental Association Files Suit Against Delta Dental
The ADA has filed a class action lawsuit against Delta Dental Plans and the Delta Dental Plan Association.
Nov 25, 2019
Seattle Stand Down Looking for Dentist Volunteer
Seattle Stand Down is looking for a dentist to provide volunteer services to military veterans Dec. 13 in Seattle.
Nov 23, 2019
ADA News: DEA Launches Suspicious Orders Report System Online Database
DEA registrants may have received an email in October from the agency about its new database to help registrants prevent opioid abuse.
Nov 22, 2019
WSDA News | Fall 2019
The Fall 2019 issue of the WSDA News – featuring 2019 WSDA Citizen of the Year Dr. Beatrice Gandara – is now available.
Nov 21, 2019
Fundraiser for Senator Annette Cleveland
Please join WSDA members and hosts Dr. Kristine Aadland and Drs. Danny & Mike Warner for a fundraiser to support Senator Annette Cleveland.
Nov 17, 2019
Lenovo's Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sale
Member savings with deals from endorsed company Lenovo.
Nov 16, 2019
Results of Delta Annual Meeting
We unequivocally object to the nomination and election process Delta used during the 2019 Annual Meeting.
Nov 14, 2019
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - Nov. 21
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee webinar meeting on Thursday, Nov. 21.
Nov 8, 2019
DOH Scam Alert
The DOH has been notified that scam artists are calling various health professionals across the state claiming suspicious activity with their license.
Nov 7, 2019
Proposed Amendments to Opioid Prescribing Rules
Comment on DQAC's proposed amendments to opioid prescribing rules by Nov. 27.
Nov 6, 2019
A Vote Against WDS' Handpicked Candidates
Dr. John Gibbons shares why he will be voting against WDS’ handpicked slate of candidates on Friday at the WDS/Delta Annual Meeting.
Nov 6, 2019
Washington Sentinel Network Workforce Survey
The Washington Sentinel Network wants to hear about your healthcare recruiting hurdles, common skill gaps, and other workforce challenges.
Oct 31, 2019
House Bill 1198 Implementation
Please review a message from the Department of Health regarding sexual misconduct rules (WAC 246-817-450 and 246-817-460).
Oct 29, 2019
Do You Want Delta to Decide?
We cannot stand by and allow Delta to continue to ignore its member dentists.
Oct 29, 2019
WDS Proxy: No Election Without Selection
An important recommendation on how to vote your proxy ballot.
Oct 29, 2019
Your Delta Dental Proxy Ballot
Our recommendation, for those inquiring, is to hold off on completing your proxy ballot until we receive a response from Delta Dental.
Oct 29, 2019
Time Is Right for OIC to Reconsider Delta Decision
WDS members Drs. Cynthia Pauley, Christopher Delecki, Bernard Larson, Nathan Russell, and Todd Irwin recently filed a complaint with the Office of the Insurance Commissioner seeking a full investigation of the 2013 Delta reorganization effort.
Oct 29, 2019
WSDA Asks Attorney General to Investigate Potential Delta Antitrust Practices
Washington State Dental Association leadership has requested the Antitrust Division of the Washington State Attorney General’s Office to investigate whether Washington Dental Service (Delta Dental of Washington) has engaged in illegal monopsonist practices in our state.
Oct 29, 2019
Delta Board Vetoes Most Bylaw Amendments
We recently learned that the WDS Board has chosen to veto most bylaw amendments passed at the Special Meeting on November 15, 2018.
Oct 29, 2019
Changing Direction: How Delta Dental Went From WSDA Startup to Billion-Dollar Company
The WSDA News Spring Issue cover story explores the history of Delta Dental and how its relationships with its member dentists and the Washington State Dental Association have changed over the years.
