Inspiring future dental pros through kindness
Each week the RDH PIRA (Patient Impact & Rise Above) recognition program, sponsored by Water Pik, Inc., features a dental hygiene clinician who excels in his or her role and goes the extra mile. The past two years have been a challenge for many clinicians and as we return to the operatory, we want to acknowledge those who provide patient care—clinicians who are changing their patients’ lives, influencing their patients’ health, and making a difference every day. This week we honor Megan Randolph, BSDH, RDH. Here's what a colleague had to say about Megan:
"One of my practice dental assistants was out to dinner and was wearing a jacket with the office name. A young woman came up to her and asked if she works at that office. The dental assistant said yes. The young woman proceeded to tell her how Megan, the dental hygienist at the office, made her feel so comfortable and confident with her smile as a kid that she became a dental assistant. The young woman said she lives what she does and helping people just like Megan helped her."
A bit more about Megan from her PIRA submission:
"I graduated from the University of Michigan and have been in clinical hygiene for 18 years. I love my office and patients. I've been married for 18 years also and have two boys who play soccer. I love to go up north, read, and craft with my cricut. I cannot wait for UOR 2022; I miss networking with other dental professionals."
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About the Author
Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH
Chief Editor, RDH magazine
Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH, is a respected dental industry leader with more than 40 years of experience in dental hygiene, marketing, and professional relations. As chief editor of RDH, she is dedicated to advancing the dental profession through education, innovation, and collaboration. Prior to this role, she served as manager of professional relations and communications for Sunstar/GUM, building strong connections with industry associations, educational institutions, and dental professionals nationwide. Jackie has also contributed her expertise through committee service with organizations including the American Dental Education Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.