Description

Women’s health is more than just medical or dental care—it’s a holistic, interdisciplinary journey. This Women’s History Month, AAWD brings together leading experts in dentistry and medicine to explore how oral health plays a vital role in overall wellness.

Panel Topics Include:
The oral-systemic health connection—how conditions like cardiovascular disease, pregnancy complications, and autoimmune disorders are linked to oral health
Breaking down silos in healthcare to foster collaboration between physicians, dentists, and mental health professionals
Educating the next generation—how medical and dental schools can better prepare future providers for integrated care
Empowering patients—helping women take charge of their own health and advocate for their families

Meet Our Panelists:
Dr. Olapeju Simoyan, MD, MPH, BDS, FAAFP, DFASAM, FAMWA – Addiction medicine & family physician, professor at Drexel University College of Medicine
Dr. Roya Zandparsa, DDS, MSc, DMD, FICD – Prosthodontist, President of AAWD, professor at Harvard & Tufts
Dr. Laura Jordhen, MD – Family practitioner, Clinical Assistant Professor at OHSU, educator on empathy in patient care

Moderated by Dr. Suzie Bergman

This webinar offers 1 CE credit.