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The 2020 in-person Fall Fellowship Review Course and exam in Washington, D.C., has been cancelled and will be replaced with a five-day Virtual Fall Fellowship Review Course that will take place Wednesday, Sept. 30, through Sunday, Oct. 4. Registration for the course closes on Sept. 25.

How would you like to attend AGD2021 for free? Each new AGD member you recruit qualifies as an entry to win a trip to AGD2021 in Austin, June 9–12. Plus, once they join, you’ll both receive $50 in Referral Rewards.

You work hard taking care of patients and employees at your practice, and AGD wants to remind you to take care of yourself, too. To help members experience balance and not financial burnout, AGD’s Exclusive Benefits program offers a variety of deals on products, services and more.

The newest issue of AGD Impact tackles the complicated set of circumstances dentists approaching retirement during the COVID-19 pandemic have to consider. Other stories include how to save money by buying used equipment and four factors of revenue recovery from the COVID-19 crisis.

AGD continues to advocate for general dentistry and work to respond to member needs throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. On July 17, AGD and the Organized Dentistry Coalition outlined priorities for the next COVID-19 relief bill in a letter to congressional leaders.

AGD Foundation’s electronic silent auction last month raised nearly $19,000. Thank you to everyone who supported the organization and its mission to raise awareness of oral cancer. If you were unable to donate and want to join your colleagues in support of our mission, please donate online now.

Scott Burrows brings the concepts of vision, mindset and grit to life. He has overcome two separate catastrophic accidents that forced him to reevaluate, reinvent and reignite his life. His captivating story will inspire you to create a mindset of hopefulness and growth.

The AGD has worked diligently with constituents to help address issues during the COVID-19 emergency.

On July 15, the House Energy and Commerce Committee held a legislative markup session to approve several pending bills, including H.R.3935, the Protecting Patients Transportation to Care Act.

The U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently extended the deadline for both non-Medicaid and Medicaid/CHIP dental providers to apply for distribution under the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund to August 3, 2020.

Representatives Filemon Vela (D-TX-34) and Lance Gooden (R-TX-05) recently introduced H.R. 7671, the Small Business Comeback Act, to help save American businesses as they are once again being asked to close their doors to help slow the spread of COVID-19.

AGD joined allies in a July 17 Organized Dentistry Coalition (ODC) letter to Congressional leaders that calls on them to include policies that are a priority for dentistry in the next COVID-19 relief package.

Newly introduced legislation will create federal grants to provide relief for businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

New Dentist Week is a week long virtual event Aug. 17–21 tailored to the specific education needs of students and new dentists.

The COVID-19 pandemic has taught dentists that marketing their dental practices online is more important than ever. The crisis has trained people to reach for their computers for information, products and services, and you can leverage the online momentum and the public’s need for facts to rebuild your practice.

AGD has resources to help you on your journey as a new dentist. First, protect your career with complimentary coverage from Dentist’s Advantage. Don’t have a position lined up, or has your job been put on hold? AGD can help dental jobs find you through AGD’s online Career Center.

New Dentist Week is a weeklong virtual event Aug. 17–21 tailored to the specific educational needs of students and new dentists, with programs each night featuring exceptional speakers. Attendees will also have unique networking opportunities, and the first 150 registrants will be invited to participate in a mentorship program.

In a recent letter to National Association of Dental Plans (NADP) President Ron Bolden, AGD President Connie L. White, DDS, FAGD, urged NADP member plans to apply “forward-thinking measures” in their business practices to address the dramatic changes in the delivery of dental services in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The VET CARE Act of 2019 (H.R. 2628) addresses dental care programs for veterans and is currently pending a full House vote. AGD members are urged to send a message to their legislators and the Speaker of the House that this bill needs to be voted on this session.

AGD2021 will be held June 9–12 in Austin, Texas! At AGD’s scientific session, everything from the educational programming to the exhibit floor is designed to help general dentists achieve their full potential. Whether you’re a frequent attendee or a newcomer, we encourage you to register for AGD2021 today.