activities · 18
what they do
direct service · 13
- Charitable Program CoordinationCoordinates charitable programs such as Give Kids a Smile and Special Olympics through its non-profit subsidiary, the Arizona Dental Foundation, with members donating time and money.
- Charitable Program CoordinationCoordinates charitable programs such as Give Kids a Smile and Special Olympics through its non-profit subsidiary, the Arizona Dental Foundation, with members contributing time and money.
- Charitable Programs CoordinationCoordinates charitable programs such as Give Kids a Smile and Special Olympics through its non-profit subsidiary, the Arizona Dental Foundation, with members contributing time and money.
- Event and Facility Rentals Meeting & Conference Room RentalOperates and rents out facilities including a boardroom, a podcast room, and a 60-seat classroom for corporate meetings, educational seminars, training sessions, and recording purposes.
- Event and Meeting Hosting Meeting & Conference Room RentalOrganizes and hosts events such as the annual Western Regional Dental Experience (WRDE) and provides rental spaces including a boardroom, podcast room, and a 60-seat classroom for corporate meetings, educational seminars, and training sessions.
- Facility Rentals Meeting & Conference Room RentalOperates and rents out a boardroom, a podcast room, and a classroom (Social & Learning Center) for corporate meetings, educational seminars, training sessions, and recording purposes.
- Member Support and ServicesOffers a range of services to its members, including a custom-built CE tracking system, mediation services for patient complaints, administrative assistance, and answers to questions regarding licenses, practice, and CE requirements. It also evaluates and endorses companies for "AzDA PERKS" to provide favorable pricing and benefits.
- Member Support and ServicesOffers a range of services to its members, including free and confidential mediation for patient complaints, administrative assistance, management of component societies, and answering questions regarding licenses, practice, and continuing education requirements. It also evaluates and endorses companies for member benefits.
- Member Support and ServicesOffers various services to its members, including general administration, management of daily operations, financial management, mediation services for patient complaints, and answering questions regarding licenses, practice, and continuing education requirements. It also evaluates and endorses companies, products, and services to provide favorable pricing and benefits to members.
- Publication of "Inscriptions" Journal Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionPublishes "Inscriptions," a 32-48 page monthly journal in print and digital formats, focusing on Arizona dental professionals.
- Publication of "Inscriptions" Journal Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionPublishes a monthly journal titled "Inscriptions" in both print and digital formats, focusing on Arizona dental professionals.
- Website Accessibility Assistance Website Accessibility SupportWorks to improve the accessibility of content on its website and offers assistance to individuals who need help accessing website content.
- Website Accessibility Improvement Website Accessibility SupportWorks to improve the accessibility of content on its website and offers assistance to individuals who need help accessing website content.
advocacy · 2
- Advocacy for the Dental Profession Healthcare Professional AdvocacyServes as the representative voice and advocate for the dental profession in Arizona, monitoring legislative developments, communicating positions on legislative issues to officials, and lobbying on behalf of dentists and their patients regarding regulations, third-party payer issues, and mid-level providers.
- Advocacy for the Dental Profession Healthcare Professional AdvocacyServes as the representative voice and advocate for the dental profession in Arizona, monitoring legislative developments, communicating positions to officials, and lobbying on issues such as dental regulations, third-party payer issues, and mid-level providers.
capacity building · 3
- Continuing Education and Professional Development Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesProvides and promotes continuing education (CE) courses, including those required by the Arizona Board of Dental Examiners, through its annual convention (WRDE), Fall Conference, and in-house offerings, covering topics like risk management, OSHA, and treatment methods. It also offers a custom-built CE tracking system for members.
- Continuing Education and Professional Development Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesProvides and promotes dental continuing education (CE) courses, including those complying with Arizona Board of Dental Examiners requirements, through its annual convention (WRDE), Fall Conference, and courses held at its Scottsdale headquarters. It also offers a custom-built CE tracking system for members.
- Continuing Education and Professional Development Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesProvides and promotes continuing education (CE) courses, workshops, and events for dental professionals, including those required by the Arizona Board of Dental Examiners. This includes an annual convention (Western Regional Dental Experience), a Fall Conference, and courses held at its Scottsdale headquarters.
strategies · 13
how they think
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- Advocacy and Lobbying for the Dental Profession professional_advocacyThe organization actively engages in aggressive advocacy and lobbying efforts at both state and federal levels to influence legislative issues, dental regulations, and protect the interests of dentists against third-parties, government overreach, and insurance companies. This strategy aims to ensure statutory support for high-quality dental care and safeguard the profession in Arizona.
- Advocacy and Lobbying for the Dental Profession professional_advocacyThe organization actively advocates and lobbies at both state and federal levels to influence legislative issues, dental regulations, and protect the interests of dentists against third-parties, government overreach, and insurance companies, thereby safeguarding the dental profession in Arizona.
- Advocacy for the Dental Profession professional_advocacyThe organization advocates at both state and federal levels to protect the interests of dentists against third-parties, government overreach, and insurance companies, and to influence legislative issues and dental regulations to ensure statutory support for high-quality dental care.
- Governance and Ethical Oversight governance_and_ethical_oversightThe organization maintains its operational integrity and ethical standards through a structured governance process, including reviewing and amending its Constitution, Bylaws, and Policy Manual, and serving as an appeal body for ethics and mediation decisions.
- Governance and Ethical Oversight governance_and_ethicsThe organization maintains a structured governance framework, including reviewing and amending its Constitution Bylaws and Policy Manual, and serves as an appeal body for ethics and mediation decisions. This ensures adherence to organizational standards and ethical conduct within the dental profession.
- Member Benefits and Endorsement Programs member_benefits_and_endorsementsThe organization provides members with discounts and services for personal and professional needs by endorsing dental industry companies through its AzDA Perks Program, aiming to deliver timely, relevant, helpful, and unbiased information and concierge-level service.
- Member Benefits and Endorsements member_benefits_and_endorsementsThe organization provides members with discounts and services for personal and professional needs by endorsing dental industry companies through its AzDA Perks Program, aiming to offer timely, relevant, helpful, and unbiased information.
- Member Engagement and Community Building community_building_and_member_engagementThe organization fosters community and networking among dentists by providing engagement opportunities, social events, and volunteer roles to develop leadership skills and professional relationships. It also focuses on recruitment and retention of members, developing new dentist programs, and understanding member needs to deliver relevant benefits.
- Member Engagement and Community Building member_engagement_and_community_buildingThe organization fosters community and networking among dentists through events, volunteer roles, and relationship cultivation, while also focusing on recruitment and retention by understanding member needs and delivering valuable benefits and services.
- Member-Centric Service and Benefits member_benefits_and_engagementThe organization focuses on understanding and meeting the needs of its members by providing concierge-level service, timely and unbiased information, and endorsing dental industry companies to offer discounts and services. This approach aims to promote members' professional and financial success and encourage recruitment and retention.
- Professional Development and Support for Members professional_standards_and_developmentThe organization enhances dental care by ensuring members adhere to ethical codes and regulations, providing opportunities for professional development, offering a support network, and delivering direct support for licensing, practice, and continuing education requirements. It also fosters a more educated dental workforce through mentoring and ongoing clinical and business education.
- Professional Development and Support for Members professional_standards_and_developmentThe organization provides resources, professional development opportunities, and a supportive network to enhance dental care, ensure adherence to ethical codes, and offer direct support for licensing, practice, and continuing education requirements.
- Professional Development and Support for Members professional_standards_and_developmentThe organization provides resources, professional development opportunities, and a supportive network to enhance dental care, ensure adherence to ethical codes, and improve service delivery. This includes offering direct support for licensing, practice, and continuing education, as well as fostering community and networking among dentists.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
AzDA Cares Foundation
Provides charitable dentistry programs to children, seniors, and individuals with special needs through volunteer mobilization and educational opportunities.
Continuing Education Programs
Offers a variety of continuing education courses for dental professionals to enhance their skills and knowledge.
Western Regional Dental Experience
Hosts one of the largest dental conventions in the West, featuring numerous continuing education courses and networking opportunities.
relationships · 17
who they work with
- ADA Partner — Collaborates with the ADA to provide a team to address member questions.
- ADA Partner — Collaborates with the ADA to provide support and solutions to members.
- American Dental Association Network — Member society within the national dental association network.
- American Dental Association Partner — Members are bound by the Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct of the American Dental Association.
- American Dental Association (ADA) Network — Constituent/territorial society of the ADA
- Arizona Board of Dental Examiners Government — Provides courses that comply with current requirements from the Arizona Board of Dental Examiners.
- Arizona Dental Foundation Partner — Coordinates charitable programs like Give Kids a Smile and Special Olympics through its non-profit subsidiary.
- Arizona Dental Foundation Partner — Supports the Foundation with volunteers and resources
- Central Arizona Dental Society Partner — Component representing a geographical section of the state
- Central Arizona Dental Society Partner — Manages meetings and events for the Central Arizona Dental Society (CADS).
- Give Kids a Smile Partner — Members participate in this local charitable program.
- Northern Arizona Dental Society Partner — Component representing a geographical section of the state
- Northern Arizona Dental Society Partner — Manages meetings and events for the Northern Arizona Dental Society (NADS).
- Southern Arizona Dental Society Partner — Manages meetings and events for the Southern Arizona Dental Society (SADS).
- Special Olympics Partner — Members participate in this local charitable program.
- US Social Security Administration Partner — References US Social Security Administration tips for optimizing computer and browser accessibility.
- Western Regional Dental Experience Partner — Organizes the Western Regional Dental Experience, including program, vendors, logistics, exhibitors, and speakers.