Plan Ahead for the ISOMS Annual Meeting

Now that warm weather has finally arrived, it's hard to think about fall. But come November, ISOMS members will have a day to remember, filled with educational programming, ceremony, camaraderie and a festive start to the holiday season.

Mark your calendar and prepare to attend the 2009 ISOMS Annual Meeting and Education Program on Saturday, November 14. This year's meeting will be held at The Westin Michigan Avenue Hotel, located on Chicago's Magnificent Mile — 909 North Michigan Avenue.

David E. Paquette, DDS, MS, MSD of Charlotte, NC will be the meeting's guest speaker. He will discuss — from the orthodontist's perspective — the placement and effectiveness of temporary orthodontic anchorage devices, as well as the treatment of cleft palates without expanders. CE credits will be awarded for completion of this course.

The day will begin with a hearty breakfast buffet at 7:30 AM. The educational program will begin at 8 AM and the business meeting and election of new ISOMS officers and delegates to AAOMS will be conducted during the annual luncheon. Programming will wrap up by 3 PM on Saturday, allowing attendees to take advantage of the enticing Michigan Avenue shops and restaurants decorated for the holiday season.

The ISOMS Executive Committee will meet at The Westin on Friday evening, November 13, before the ISOMS Annual Meeting. A detailed meeting announcement will be mailed with the preliminary agenda. In the meantime, plan ahead and reserve a room at the Westin. Guests can call the hotel's toll-free number, 888-627-8385, to reserve a room and receive the group rate of $189.00. When making a reservation, be sure to mention the ISOMS meeting.

So enjoy the warm weather while it's here, but come fall, be ready for an exciting day in Chicago! Consider bring along your orthodontic colleagues — the invitation can be an early holiday gift.



2009 District Caucus

The Illinois members (delegates and alterantes) who will represent ISOMS at the AAOMS Annual Meeting to be held at The Royal York Hotel in Toronto, Canada, October 11-15, 2009, will gather on Saturday, August 22, with other AAOMS District IV members from Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin and the Public Health Service and Department of Veteran's Affairs. The meeting will be held at The Embassy Suites Hotel in Rosemont, Illinois. The caucus chairman is Dr. Brent T. Garrison of Indianapolis.



AAOMS 2010

The AAOMS Annual Meeting will be held in Chicago in fall 2010. ISOMS will not hold a regular fall meeting in 2010, but encourages all ISOMS members to attend the AAOMS meetings instead. Details will be forthcoming, and will be posted here on our web site as well as the AAOMS web site.



Dues Increase

At the March 1 membership meeting, Dr. Bobofchak announced that the executive committee had reviewed the Society's budget and financial status and although the Society is financially sound and working within budget, it would be prudent to anticipate increasing expenses in the future and propose a dues raise from $175 to $200 annually, effective with 2010. Dues bills are sent out in the fall. ISOMS has not raised dues since 1999. The membership is welcome to comment prior to a vote at the next membership meeting.



Spring Educational Program - March 1, 2009

Over 130 members attended the spring educational program held at the Marriot in Oak Brook on March 1. Attendees earned 6 hours of credit for the whole day of lecture by attorneys Glen D. Crick and Lillian Walanka, who discussed topics related to the use of controlled substances in office practices and DEA regulations, and Dr. Robert Bosack, who addressed topics related to understanding anesthetic adversity.


















Annual Meeting & Education Program - 2008

Oral and maxillofacial surgery colleagues and other professional colleagues gathered on Saturday, October 4th, 2008, for a unique learning experience at the ISOMS Annual Meeting and Educational Program at The Westin Michigan Avenue Hotel in Chicago.

Photo taken at ISOMS Meeting — L to R: Drs. Michael Zak, William Perkinson,
Casimir Masik, and Anthony Spina

Pictured below is the new ISOMS President, Dr. Bruce Bobofchak (left) and Immediate
Past President Dr. Bradley C. Wright at the October 4th ISOMS Annual Meeting.



2008-09 ISOMS Officers & Delegates

President: Bruce J. Bobofchak
Vice President: James Vaiana
Secretary: Edward Rentschler
Immediate Past President: Bradley C. Wright
Editor: Mark J. Steinberg

Councilmen
Anthony M. Spina
Leslie Heffez
Steven Tempel
Michael J. Zak
Michael Menis

Delegates to AAOMS
Bradley C. Wright
Bruce J. Bobofchak
Anthony M. Spina

Alternate Delegates
Jack Capodice, Jr.
Mark J. Steinberg
Edward Rentschler

Anesthesia Committee Chairman - Stephen Jagielo



ISOMS Hosts Weekend of Training

Over a chilly March weekend in 2008, ISOMS hosted ACLS training at The Hyatt Lodge in Oak Brook, IL for members and their staffs. About 75 people attended the two-day session. Basic life support and CPR certification training was provided by Acute Care Education Systems, Inc. ("ACES"). Participants received CE credits for this required training as certified through the Academy of General Dentistry PACE.





Additional photos near the bottom of this page!



Dr. Tom Skiba Wins OMSF Ambassador Service Award

The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Foundation is pleased to announce that Dr. Thomas Skiba is the recipient of the 2008 OMSF Ambassador Service Award. This award, presented only when deemed appropriate, is given to a leader amongst OMSF Ambassadors who has shown outstanding service to OMSF. The OMSF is fortunate to have a group of surgeons who serve as Ambassadors. Ambassadors advocate OMSF programs, especially the REAP Annual Campaign, by personally contacting their colleagues and also by making presentations at state and regional OMS Society meetings.

Dr. Skiba has demonstrated strong initiatives in support of OMSF. He is being honored for the variety of ways in which he has advocated support of research and education in our specialty through the REAP campaign. His efforts have been instrumental in building the much-needed resources of OMSF for the future.

The Ambassador Service Award will be presented at the AAOMS Annul Meeting Opening Ceremonies in Seattle, WA on September 17, 2008.


ISOMS Hosts Weekend of Training

Below are additional photos from the ISOMS hosted ACLS training back in March, 2008. Basic life support and CPR certification training was provided and participants received CE credits for this required training.





From AAOMS President R. Lynn White, DMD

May 2009

Dear Colleagues:

Online registration for the AAOMS 91st Annual Meeting is now open and the 2009 Annual Meeting Advance Program is in the mail. We have an incredible program this year with 20 major symposia, 90 surgical mini-lectures and clinics, and a host of lunch and learn sessions, practice clinic sessions and professional allied staff programs; all of which address the latest techniques, innovative approaches and clinical data that will keep you and your staff on the forefront of the specialty. I urge you to register early and online to secure your seat in your preferred sessions. When you register online, you get immediate confirmation of your choices. If you prefer to register by fax or mail, you may use the registration form included with your Advance Program, or download the form from aaoms.org.

Online housing for the annual meeting is also open. The Fairmont Royal York Hotel will serve as the 2009 headquarters hotel and AAOMS has secured rooms at a number of other hotels in the vicinity, featuring a range of amenities and services to meet your every expectation. To reserve your accommodations at the special AAOMS convention rate, go online to the Annual Meeting page and click the link "Attendee Online Housing Reservation," or call Experient directly at 800/974-3084 or 847-996-5876. Remember, reservations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis until September 16, 2009. After the reservation cut-off date, these rates may no longer apply, so don't wait, make your reservations! Annual Meeting room blocks fill up early.

Attend the preconference Anesthesia Update, October 13-14

This is the fourth Anesthesia Update for the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon we have offered as a preconference program to the association's Annual Meeting, Scientific Sessions and Exhibition, and each year we have seen the popularity of this educational session grow. This year in Toronto, the Anesthesia Update will be held October 13-14, in advance of the association's 91st Annual Meeting. Led by a renowned faculty of specialty leaders, the day-and-a-half program includes techniques for administering anesthetics, current monitoring modalities, postoperative cognitive deficit and a morbidity and mortality conference. When you make your plans to attend the 2009 Annual Meeting in Toronto, be sure to allow sufficient time to attend this important preconference program.

Watch your e-mail for AAOMS/MultiView AAOMS Insider Weekly News

AAOMS has collaborated with MultiView, developers of the Suppliers Marketplace on aaoms.org, to provide fellows and members with the AAOMS Insider, a weekly e-newsletter containing timely healthcare and OMS-specific news. Beginning this month, you will receive the AAOMS Insider and gain access to articles of prime interest to you and your staff. Gathered from an extensive list of sources, including The Associated Press, USA Today, The New York Times, AAOMS Headquarters and leading industry publications, the AAOMS Insider is a great way to stay informed. Plus, it can be easily read in your office, home or via your mobile phone or PDA. Take a look at this new electronic communication; and please let us know whether you enjoy this new service and what type of news articles you are most interested in reading about.

Subscribe to OMSKU on the AAOMS Distance Learning Web Site

Response to AAOMS's new online subscriptions to the OMS Knowledge Update (OMSKU) series has been overwhelming. Members from across the country have called to tell us how much they appreciate the convenience and new low price for this valuable study tool. Whether you are studying for your boards, or just want to brush up on a few areas, an OMSKU subscription on the AAOMS Distance Learning Web site can help you reach your goal. Purchase one volume of OMSKU (volumes 2, 3, or 4) for $275 per volume, or buy all three volumes for $775 for the set. Whether you purchase one volume, two volumes or the complete set, AAOMS will give you a complimentary subscription to OMSKU Vol. 1, parts 1 and 2. It's a great deal. If you prefer to purchase the OMSKU on DVD, these are still available through the AAOMS e-store.


Keep Us In The Loop!

Have you moved your office, changed your phone or fax number or changed your email address? If so, please forward updatd contact info to the ISOMS office so you don't miss important member information.

We can be reached at:
f:847.574.0445
e:isoms99@aol.com
p:847.482.0222

1025 W. Everett Road, Suite 4
Lake Forest, Illinois 60045