The New York State Dental Foundation will honor four leaders in the
dental profession with the 2009 Foundations of Excellence Awards in the
following categories:
Research: In recognition for commitment to applying creative, science-
based methods to foster greater understanding of and to improve overall
oral health.
Irwin Mandel, DDS
Oral Biologist
Past Winners: Dr. Regina Landesberg (2005); Dr. Alice Horowitz
(2006); Daniel H. Fine, DMD (2008)
Academics: In recognition for having demonstrated creative and
innovative use of science curricula to teach oral health.
Richard N. Buchanan, DDS
Dean, University at Buffalo
Past Winners: Dr. Regina Landesberg (2005); Michael Alfano,
DDS (2006); Allan Formicola, DDS (2008)
Community Service: In recognition for fostering improved oral health
care for individuals, particularly underserved and at risk populations,
through advocacy efforts that emphasize education and prevention and
foster ongoing partnerships among a wide spectrum of stakeholders.
Reneida Reyes, DDS, MPH
Regional Oral Health Coalition & Head Start Dental Home Initiative
Past Winners: Assemblyman Adriano Espaillat (2005); Chad
Gehani, DDS (2006); Burton L. Edelstein, DDS, MPH (2007);
Donated Dental Services (2008)
Corporate Leadership Award: In recognition for exemplary leadership
which demonstrates a deep commitment to innovative initiatives that not
only empower employees and communities but advance strategic
business interests.
Anthony Volpe, DDS
Vice President for Scientific Affairs, Colgate Palmolive
Past Winners: Michael Sudzina (2006); Stanley M. Bergman
(2007); Suzan F. Harrison (2008)
Awards will be presented at an awards luncheon scheduled to be held
October 23, 2009 at the St. Regis Hotel in Manhattan.



