Santa Fe Group
@santafegroup.bsky.social
Improving Lives Through Oral Health.
Policy. Systems change. Equity in oral health, in the U.S. and beyond.
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Policy. Systems change. Equity in oral health, in the U.S. and beyond.
🔗 santafegroup.org
February is American Heart Month, a reminder of the importance of prevention and whole-person health.
This month’s Oral Health Pulse highlights recent American Heart Association research on periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease:
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This month’s Oral Health Pulse highlights recent American Heart Association research on periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease:
🔗 santafegroup.org/february4-20...
February 4, 2026 at 5:12 PM
February is American Heart Month, a reminder of the importance of prevention and whole-person health.
This month’s Oral Health Pulse highlights recent American Heart Association research on periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease:
🔗 santafegroup.org/february4-20...
This month’s Oral Health Pulse highlights recent American Heart Association research on periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease:
🔗 santafegroup.org/february4-20...
Community water fluoridation remains an important public health issue, with implications for oral health, equity, and prevention.
Click here to read more: santafegroup.org/news/health/...
Click here to read more: santafegroup.org/news/health/...
January 31, 2026 at 7:57 PM
Community water fluoridation remains an important public health issue, with implications for oral health, equity, and prevention.
Click here to read more: santafegroup.org/news/health/...
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The Santa Fe Group announces its 2026 leadership transition. Dushanka Kleinman becomes President, Nader Nadershahi Vice President, Ralph Fuccillo Immediate Past President, with gratitude to Terri Dolan for her continued guidance.
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January 27, 2026 at 1:24 PM
The Santa Fe Group announces its 2026 leadership transition. Dushanka Kleinman becomes President, Nader Nadershahi Vice President, Ralph Fuccillo Immediate Past President, with gratitude to Terri Dolan for her continued guidance.
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Oral health and healthy ageing are deeply connected. This Thursday, join a free webinar hosted by FDI World Dental Federation featuring SFG member Dr. Judy Jones on prevention and integration in long-term care. Thursday, January 22, 9am ET
Register here: www.fdioralhealthcampus.org/webinar/oral...
Register here: www.fdioralhealthcampus.org/webinar/oral...
January 19, 2026 at 7:07 PM
Oral health and healthy ageing are deeply connected. This Thursday, join a free webinar hosted by FDI World Dental Federation featuring SFG member Dr. Judy Jones on prevention and integration in long-term care. Thursday, January 22, 9am ET
Register here: www.fdioralhealthcampus.org/webinar/oral...
Register here: www.fdioralhealthcampus.org/webinar/oral...
The Santa Fe Group January newsletter is live ✨
We’re kicking off 2026 with insights and updates on oral health, prevention, access, and the future of care.
🔗 Read the January issue here: santafegroup.org/january7-202...
We’re kicking off 2026 with insights and updates on oral health, prevention, access, and the future of care.
🔗 Read the January issue here: santafegroup.org/january7-202...
January 14, 2026 at 8:54 PM
The Santa Fe Group January newsletter is live ✨
We’re kicking off 2026 with insights and updates on oral health, prevention, access, and the future of care.
🔗 Read the January issue here: santafegroup.org/january7-202...
We’re kicking off 2026 with insights and updates on oral health, prevention, access, and the future of care.
🔗 Read the January issue here: santafegroup.org/january7-202...
In our Spotlight Highlight, Dr. Sol Brotman reflects on advancing medical–dental integration and the role of collaboration, education, and technology in whole-person care.
Listen here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=meGu...
#medicaldentalintegration #wholepersoncare #oralhealth #healthinnovation
Listen here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=meGu...
#medicaldentalintegration #wholepersoncare #oralhealth #healthinnovation
January 9, 2026 at 5:22 PM
In our Spotlight Highlight, Dr. Sol Brotman reflects on advancing medical–dental integration and the role of collaboration, education, and technology in whole-person care.
Listen here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=meGu...
#medicaldentalintegration #wholepersoncare #oralhealth #healthinnovation
Listen here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=meGu...
#medicaldentalintegration #wholepersoncare #oralhealth #healthinnovation
As 2026 begins, oral health continues to be shaped by the ways prevention, access, and well-being intersect across care delivery, policy, and lived experience. We reflect on these connections and sharing resources that highlight the evolving role of oral health.
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January 7, 2026 at 8:27 PM
As 2026 begins, oral health continues to be shaped by the ways prevention, access, and well-being intersect across care delivery, policy, and lived experience. We reflect on these connections and sharing resources that highlight the evolving role of oral health.
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Happy New Year from the Santa Fe Group!
As we begin 2026, we look forward to maintaining momentum and continuing important conversations that move oral health forward. Together.
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As we begin 2026, we look forward to maintaining momentum and continuing important conversations that move oral health forward. Together.
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January 2, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Happy New Year from the Santa Fe Group!
As we begin 2026, we look forward to maintaining momentum and continuing important conversations that move oral health forward. Together.
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As we begin 2026, we look forward to maintaining momentum and continuing important conversations that move oral health forward. Together.
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As we close out the year, we are deeply grateful for our members, partners, and volunteer leaders who advance whole-person health and equity through collaboration and shared purpose.
Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a healthy, hopeful year ahead!
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Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a healthy, hopeful year ahead!
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December 23, 2025 at 3:57 PM
As we close out the year, we are deeply grateful for our members, partners, and volunteer leaders who advance whole-person health and equity through collaboration and shared purpose.
Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a healthy, hopeful year ahead!
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Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a healthy, hopeful year ahead!
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Santa Fe Group Fellow, Dr. Zachary Brian, co-authored a thoughtful exploration with AAPHD and NNOHA on advancing equity and inclusion across oral health systems. Read more: santafegroup.org/news/coaliti...
December 22, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Santa Fe Group Fellow, Dr. Zachary Brian, co-authored a thoughtful exploration with AAPHD and NNOHA on advancing equity and inclusion across oral health systems. Read more: santafegroup.org/news/coaliti...
Today! Join leaders in dentistry and medicine for the final session of Penn Dental Medicine and the National Coalition of Dentists for Health Equity’s webinar series, Oral Health in Transition.
Register here: cde.dental.upenn.edu/Course/1676-...
Register here: cde.dental.upenn.edu/Course/1676-...
December 10, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Today! Join leaders in dentistry and medicine for the final session of Penn Dental Medicine and the National Coalition of Dentists for Health Equity’s webinar series, Oral Health in Transition.
Register here: cde.dental.upenn.edu/Course/1676-...
Register here: cde.dental.upenn.edu/Course/1676-...
New Conexiant webinar on Tuesday, December 9:
The Oral–Systemic Connection: Oral Health in Patients with IDD
Moderated by Dr. Judi Haber, with Dr. Mark Wolff, Dr. Donna Hallas, and Barbie Vartanian.
🔗 Register here: conexiant-education.cdeworld.com/webinars/reg...
#oralhealth #idd
The Oral–Systemic Connection: Oral Health in Patients with IDD
Moderated by Dr. Judi Haber, with Dr. Mark Wolff, Dr. Donna Hallas, and Barbie Vartanian.
🔗 Register here: conexiant-education.cdeworld.com/webinars/reg...
#oralhealth #idd
December 5, 2025 at 8:38 PM
New Conexiant webinar on Tuesday, December 9:
The Oral–Systemic Connection: Oral Health in Patients with IDD
Moderated by Dr. Judi Haber, with Dr. Mark Wolff, Dr. Donna Hallas, and Barbie Vartanian.
🔗 Register here: conexiant-education.cdeworld.com/webinars/reg...
#oralhealth #idd
The Oral–Systemic Connection: Oral Health in Patients with IDD
Moderated by Dr. Judi Haber, with Dr. Mark Wolff, Dr. Donna Hallas, and Barbie Vartanian.
🔗 Register here: conexiant-education.cdeworld.com/webinars/reg...
#oralhealth #idd
Today, December 3, we recognize the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). This day reminds us of our shared responsibility to advance inclusion, accessibility, equity and dignity for all people with disabilities.
Learn more here: social.desa.un.org/issues/disab...
Learn more here: social.desa.un.org/issues/disab...
December 3, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Today, December 3, we recognize the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). This day reminds us of our shared responsibility to advance inclusion, accessibility, equity and dignity for all people with disabilities.
Learn more here: social.desa.un.org/issues/disab...
Learn more here: social.desa.un.org/issues/disab...
Holiday routines often bring higher sugar intake, schedule changes, and reduced access to preventive care. These shifts can intensify oral health risks for children, older adults, and communities already facing structural barriers.
Find out more here: santafegroup.org/news/santa-f...
Find out more here: santafegroup.org/news/santa-f...
December 2, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Holiday routines often bring higher sugar intake, schedule changes, and reduced access to preventive care. These shifts can intensify oral health risks for children, older adults, and communities already facing structural barriers.
Find out more here: santafegroup.org/news/santa-f...
Find out more here: santafegroup.org/news/santa-f...
Celebrating our current President, Ralph Fuccillo, on his Honorary Fellowship from the American College of Dentists.
Honoring his commitment to oral health and health equity.
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Honoring his commitment to oral health and health equity.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Celebrating our current President, Ralph Fuccillo, on his Honorary Fellowship from the American College of Dentists.
Honoring his commitment to oral health and health equity.
🔗 santafegroup.org/news/health-leadership/ralph-fuccillo-honored-with-american-college-of-dentists-honorary-fellowship/
Honoring his commitment to oral health and health equity.
🔗 santafegroup.org/news/health-leadership/ralph-fuccillo-honored-with-american-college-of-dentists-honorary-fellowship/
Medicare Advantage has an opportunity to better serve beneficiaries. In a new post, Dr. Zachary Brian outlines why oral health should be included in the Star Rating system and how this shift can strengthen value and impact. Read the full piece: santafegroup.org/news/coaliti...
November 20, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Medicare Advantage has an opportunity to better serve beneficiaries. In a new post, Dr. Zachary Brian outlines why oral health should be included in the Star Rating system and how this shift can strengthen value and impact. Read the full piece: santafegroup.org/news/coaliti...
It’s World Diabetes Day 2025. This year’s theme, Access to Diabetes Care, calls attention to the urgent need for equitable care and education worldwide.
Oral health and diabetes are deeply connected.
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Oral health and diabetes are deeply connected.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:31 PM
It’s World Diabetes Day 2025. This year’s theme, Access to Diabetes Care, calls attention to the urgent need for equitable care and education worldwide.
Oral health and diabetes are deeply connected.
🔗 santafegroup.org/news/health/world-diabetes-day-2025-connecting-oral-health-and-diabetes-care/
Oral health and diabetes are deeply connected.
🔗 santafegroup.org/news/health/world-diabetes-day-2025-connecting-oral-health-and-diabetes-care/
Strengthening trust in science and prevention is key to protecting community health.
In the October issue of Compendium, Santa Fe Group leaders Drs. Judi Haber, Nicholas Mosca, and Linda Niessen call for renewed advocacy for community water fluoridation.
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In the October issue of Compendium, Santa Fe Group leaders Drs. Judi Haber, Nicholas Mosca, and Linda Niessen call for renewed advocacy for community water fluoridation.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Strengthening trust in science and prevention is key to protecting community health.
In the October issue of Compendium, Santa Fe Group leaders Drs. Judi Haber, Nicholas Mosca, and Linda Niessen call for renewed advocacy for community water fluoridation.
🔗 santafegroup.org/news/health-...
In the October issue of Compendium, Santa Fe Group leaders Drs. Judi Haber, Nicholas Mosca, and Linda Niessen call for renewed advocacy for community water fluoridation.
🔗 santafegroup.org/news/health-...
Join SFG Board Member Dr. Lisa Simon for a live Conexiant Education webinar: The Oral–Systemic Connection: Oral Health and Diabetes.
Learn how collaboration and early detection can improve outcomes for people living with diabetes.
🔗 Register: conexiant-education.cdeworld.com/webinars/reg...
Learn how collaboration and early detection can improve outcomes for people living with diabetes.
🔗 Register: conexiant-education.cdeworld.com/webinars/reg...
November 10, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Join SFG Board Member Dr. Lisa Simon for a live Conexiant Education webinar: The Oral–Systemic Connection: Oral Health and Diabetes.
Learn how collaboration and early detection can improve outcomes for people living with diabetes.
🔗 Register: conexiant-education.cdeworld.com/webinars/reg...
Learn how collaboration and early detection can improve outcomes for people living with diabetes.
🔗 Register: conexiant-education.cdeworld.com/webinars/reg...
November is Mouth Cancer Action Month. Raising awareness and strengthening the connection between oral health and overall wellbeing can prevent countless cases each year.
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#oralhealth #prevention #publichealth #earlydetection
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#oralhealth #prevention #publichealth #earlydetection
November 6, 2025 at 7:41 PM
November is Mouth Cancer Action Month. Raising awareness and strengthening the connection between oral health and overall wellbeing can prevent countless cases each year.
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#oralhealth #prevention #publichealth #earlydetection
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#oralhealth #prevention #publichealth #earlydetection
We celebrate Dr. Judi Haber, honored as a 2025 American Academy of Nursing Living Legend.
Joined by her family, Dr. Haber received the Academy’s highest recognition for her visionary leadership, advocacy, and mentorship in nursing and oral health integration.
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Joined by her family, Dr. Haber received the Academy’s highest recognition for her visionary leadership, advocacy, and mentorship in nursing and oral health integration.
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October 28, 2025 at 7:58 PM
We celebrate Dr. Judi Haber, honored as a 2025 American Academy of Nursing Living Legend.
Joined by her family, Dr. Haber received the Academy’s highest recognition for her visionary leadership, advocacy, and mentorship in nursing and oral health integration.
🔗 santafegroup.org/news/health-...
Joined by her family, Dr. Haber received the Academy’s highest recognition for her visionary leadership, advocacy, and mentorship in nursing and oral health integration.
🔗 santafegroup.org/news/health-...
LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Week Day 5 🌈
Today, @aidph.bsky.social reminds us that inclusion means belonging & safety for all. Watch the OSLO Pride 2025 video & sign the pledge to keep advancing equity.
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgCG...
📝 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #healthequity
Today, @aidph.bsky.social reminds us that inclusion means belonging & safety for all. Watch the OSLO Pride 2025 video & sign the pledge to keep advancing equity.
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgCG...
📝 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #healthequity
October 24, 2025 at 2:45 PM
LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Week Day 5 🌈
Today, @aidph.bsky.social reminds us that inclusion means belonging & safety for all. Watch the OSLO Pride 2025 video & sign the pledge to keep advancing equity.
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgCG...
📝 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #healthequity
Today, @aidph.bsky.social reminds us that inclusion means belonging & safety for all. Watch the OSLO Pride 2025 video & sign the pledge to keep advancing equity.
🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgCG...
📝 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #healthequity
LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Week Day 4 🌈
@aidph.bsky.social spotlights the UNC Pride Clinic, a student-led program offering free, affirming care for LGBTQIA+ patients. SFG Fellow Dr. Zach Brian says, “Inclusive care shouldn’t be an elective.”
🔗 drive.google.com/file/d/1d1p6...
#inclusion #healthequity
@aidph.bsky.social spotlights the UNC Pride Clinic, a student-led program offering free, affirming care for LGBTQIA+ patients. SFG Fellow Dr. Zach Brian says, “Inclusive care shouldn’t be an elective.”
🔗 drive.google.com/file/d/1d1p6...
#inclusion #healthequity
October 23, 2025 at 3:38 PM
LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Week Day 4 🌈
@aidph.bsky.social spotlights the UNC Pride Clinic, a student-led program offering free, affirming care for LGBTQIA+ patients. SFG Fellow Dr. Zach Brian says, “Inclusive care shouldn’t be an elective.”
🔗 drive.google.com/file/d/1d1p6...
#inclusion #healthequity
@aidph.bsky.social spotlights the UNC Pride Clinic, a student-led program offering free, affirming care for LGBTQIA+ patients. SFG Fellow Dr. Zach Brian says, “Inclusive care shouldn’t be an elective.”
🔗 drive.google.com/file/d/1d1p6...
#inclusion #healthequity
LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Week Day 3 🌈
Today, @aidph.bsky.social calls for more inclusive research in oral health. Fewer than 30% of professionals engage in education or research on LGBTQIA+ oral health. Expanding this knowledge is key to equity.
🔗 aidph.org/national-oh-...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #equity
Today, @aidph.bsky.social calls for more inclusive research in oral health. Fewer than 30% of professionals engage in education or research on LGBTQIA+ oral health. Expanding this knowledge is key to equity.
🔗 aidph.org/national-oh-...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #equity
October 22, 2025 at 8:04 PM
LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Week Day 3 🌈
Today, @aidph.bsky.social calls for more inclusive research in oral health. Fewer than 30% of professionals engage in education or research on LGBTQIA+ oral health. Expanding this knowledge is key to equity.
🔗 aidph.org/national-oh-...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #equity
Today, @aidph.bsky.social calls for more inclusive research in oral health. Fewer than 30% of professionals engage in education or research on LGBTQIA+ oral health. Expanding this knowledge is key to equity.
🔗 aidph.org/national-oh-...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #equity
LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Week Day 2 🌈
Today, AIDPH.bsky.social highlights barriers that affect oral care for transgender people. Stigma, discrimination, and access gaps limit care and coverage.
Learn more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #aidph #transgenderhealth
Today, AIDPH.bsky.social highlights barriers that affect oral care for transgender people. Stigma, discrimination, and access gaps limit care and coverage.
Learn more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #aidph #transgenderhealth
October 21, 2025 at 6:28 PM
LGBTQIA+ Oral Health Week Day 2 🌈
Today, AIDPH.bsky.social highlights barriers that affect oral care for transgender people. Stigma, discrimination, and access gaps limit care and coverage.
Learn more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #aidph #transgenderhealth
Today, AIDPH.bsky.social highlights barriers that affect oral care for transgender people. Stigma, discrimination, and access gaps limit care and coverage.
Learn more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1...
#lgbtqia #oralhealth #aidph #transgenderhealth