Prof Hien Ngo, New Head of School and Dean, UWA
The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Hien Ngo to the position of Head of School and Dean, UWA Dental School and the Director of the Oral Health Centre of Western Australia commencing on 1 July 2020.
Professor Ngo is a graduate of the University of Adelaide Dental School. Hien has been a Fellow of the International College of Dentistry since 2003. After receiving a Master of Dental Surgery in Prosthodontics, Hien decided to stay in general practice as he enjoys its broad scope of practice. He spent the first two decades of his career in private dental practice in Adelaide and remains an active clinician with a weekly schedule of patients.
Prof Ngo is currently the Dean of the College of Dental Medicine and the Executive Director of the University Dental Hospital Sharjah. He has expertise in senior executive level administration, educational methodologies and translational research and has introduced transformational changes in both education and innovation, particularly in his roles at the Kuwait University and the University of Sharjah. Hien has also held positions at the University of Adelaide, the University of Queensland and the National University of Singapore.
Professor Ngo is a graduate of the University of Adelaide Dental School. Hien has been a Fellow of the International College of Dentistry since 2003. After receiving a Master of Dental Surgery in Prosthodontics, Hien decided to stay in general practice as he enjoys its broad scope of practice. He spent the first two decades of his career in private dental practice in Adelaide and remains an active clinician with a weekly schedule of patients.
Prof Ngo is currently the Dean of the College of Dental Medicine and the Executive Director of the University Dental Hospital Sharjah. He has expertise in senior executive level administration, educational methodologies and translational research and has introduced transformational changes in both education and innovation, particularly in his roles at the Kuwait University and the University of Sharjah. Hien has also held positions at the University of Adelaide, the University of Queensland and the National University of Singapore.
Fellow Clive Ross CNZOM Honoured by the University of Otago
Fellow Clive Ross CNZOM of Auckland was one of four distinguished New Zealanders conferred with honorary doctorates at graduation ceremonies in December at the University of Otago. See excerpt from the University of Otago News below. Congratulations, Clive, on this well-deserved recognition.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne, in announcing the doctorates, says the calibre of the four to be honoured at the December ceremonies is remarkable. “We cannot help but be proud to have such accomplished and highly-regarded graduates in Mr Judge, Dr Ross and Ms van Zon, who have each individually made a lasting impact in their area of expertise, both within New Zealand and across the globe, and to honour Mr Robertson for his exemplary work in his field and his service to the University.
“Throughout our 150th anniversary year, the University has been able to acknowledge and celebrate some of our most prestigious alumni, and it will be a highlight of our final graduation ceremonies of the year to confer these honorary doctorates.”
Dr Clive Ross CNZOM
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Clive Ross progressed from star dentistry student to internationally renowned dentistry leader over a long and distinguished career, yet never stopped contributing to the University of Otago and its Faculty of Dentistry. His career of excellence and achievements, and his lifetime of contributing to New Zealand’s future dentists, has led to his receiving an Honorary Doctorate of Laws from the University of Otago.
Clive Bentley Ross CNZOM gained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the University of Otago in 1961. During that study he was awarded Distinctions in Conservative Dentistry and Children's Dentistry and the L.P. Davies Prize in Children's Dentistry.
He served as an external examiner to the Faculty of Dentistry and was commissioned by the faculty to review aspects of its hospital services.
The awards continued during his professional career. In 1967 Dr Ross was made a Fellow of the Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. In 1968 he became a Fellow of Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons. He has been a Fellow of the Australasian section of the International College of Dentists (ICD) since 1976. He was awarded an Honorary Fellow of the General Dental Practitioner Royal College of Surgeons.
He is a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy and a Fellow of the Academy of Dentistry International. He was made an Honorary Member of the Australian Dental Association in 1980, an Honorary Member of the American Dental Association in 1986, and a Fellow of the New Zealand Dental Association in 1988 and subsequently life member.
Dr Ross was awarded the Academy of Dentistry International Dentist of the Year in 1996, the first such award to a New Zealand dentist.
In 1997 he was recognised by the government with the Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (CNZOM) for services to dentistry.
Until retirement, Dr Ross was a private dental practitioner with specialist registration in restorative dentistry. He served as the Clinical Director of Regional Oral Health Services in Auckland and provided postgraduate training for the Master of Dental Surgery in Hospital Dentistry and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
He was a member and Chairman of both the New Zealand Dental Association Executive and the New Zealand Dental Council. He was Chairman of the New Zealand Oral Health forum 2000 and was President of both the New Zealand Society of Prosthodontics and the New Zealand Endodontic Society.
He has served as Vice-President, President and Past-President of the Australasian section of the ICD, has been an ICD International Councillor and Treasurer and is currently President of the ICD International Council.
He was Chairman of the joint WHO/World Dental Federation working group on Workforce Planning, a member of the WHO expert committee for two years and a member of the Asia Pacific Dental Federation Committee on Dental Health. He served as Council Member, Vice-President and President of the World Dental Federation.
He was appointed to the New Zealand Board of Health, serving for six years and served on the international body responsible for setting standards in hospitals.
Dr Ross has continued to contribute to the University of Otago since graduating. He has been a strong advocate for the Faculty of Dentistry, acted as an examiner for postgraduate examinations and has supported and mentored staff.
His work, achievements and extensive service to dentistry nationally and internationally bring credit to the University.
Dr Ross said he received news about the honorary doctorate, from University of Otago Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne, “with a deep sense of humility and surprise”.
“Never did I imagine this would happen and I carry this honour with true pride and sincere thanks to the Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor.
“I have to say that I was totally overwhelmed by this recognition and feel both humbled and deeply appreciative that I was considered worthy of such an award. I am still coming to terms with it.
“I have always given my best to my professional life and the health and welfare of the people I have served. I have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to meet and work with hard working colleagues throughout New Zealand and the extraordinary leaders of the profession both in New Zealand and internationally. I feel privileged to have been part of this very special group of people.
Clive Bentley Ross CNZOM gained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the University of Otago in 1961. During that study he was awarded Distinctions in Conservative Dentistry and Children's Dentistry and the L.P. Davies Prize in Children's Dentistry.
He served as an external examiner to the Faculty of Dentistry and was commissioned by the faculty to review aspects of its hospital services.
The awards continued during his professional career. In 1967 Dr Ross was made a Fellow of the Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. In 1968 he became a Fellow of Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons. He has been a Fellow of the Australasian section of the International College of Dentists (ICD) since 1976. He was awarded an Honorary Fellow of the General Dental Practitioner Royal College of Surgeons.
He is a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy and a Fellow of the Academy of Dentistry International. He was made an Honorary Member of the Australian Dental Association in 1980, an Honorary Member of the American Dental Association in 1986, and a Fellow of the New Zealand Dental Association in 1988 and subsequently life member.
Dr Ross was awarded the Academy of Dentistry International Dentist of the Year in 1996, the first such award to a New Zealand dentist.
In 1997 he was recognised by the government with the Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (CNZOM) for services to dentistry.
Until retirement, Dr Ross was a private dental practitioner with specialist registration in restorative dentistry. He served as the Clinical Director of Regional Oral Health Services in Auckland and provided postgraduate training for the Master of Dental Surgery in Hospital Dentistry and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
He was a member and Chairman of both the New Zealand Dental Association Executive and the New Zealand Dental Council. He was Chairman of the New Zealand Oral Health forum 2000 and was President of both the New Zealand Society of Prosthodontics and the New Zealand Endodontic Society.
He has served as Vice-President, President and Past-President of the Australasian section of the ICD, has been an ICD International Councillor and Treasurer and is currently President of the ICD International Council.
He was Chairman of the joint WHO/World Dental Federation working group on Workforce Planning, a member of the WHO expert committee for two years and a member of the Asia Pacific Dental Federation Committee on Dental Health. He served as Council Member, Vice-President and President of the World Dental Federation.
He was appointed to the New Zealand Board of Health, serving for six years and served on the international body responsible for setting standards in hospitals.
Dr Ross has continued to contribute to the University of Otago since graduating. He has been a strong advocate for the Faculty of Dentistry, acted as an examiner for postgraduate examinations and has supported and mentored staff.
His work, achievements and extensive service to dentistry nationally and internationally bring credit to the University.
Dr Ross said he received news about the honorary doctorate, from University of Otago Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne, “with a deep sense of humility and surprise”.
“Never did I imagine this would happen and I carry this honour with true pride and sincere thanks to the Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor.
“I have to say that I was totally overwhelmed by this recognition and feel both humbled and deeply appreciative that I was considered worthy of such an award. I am still coming to terms with it.
“I have always given my best to my professional life and the health and welfare of the people I have served. I have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to meet and work with hard working colleagues throughout New Zealand and the extraordinary leaders of the profession both in New Zealand and internationally. I feel privileged to have been part of this very special group of people.
2019 ICD INDUCTION CEREMONY
The Playford, Adelaide, May 3
The Playford, Adelaide, May 3
New Fellows inducted in Adelaide (alphabetical order): Dominic Aouad, Andre Bendyk, John Berketa, Robyn Boase, Jo-Anne Cherry, Ian Chiswell, Jonathan Christo, Gino Cirillo, Ashley Freeman, Mark Galaz, Geoffrey Harvey, Paul Heijkoop, Jasmine Holgate, Omar Ikram, Con Laparidis, Sara Li, Stephen Liew, Christopher Lloyd, Kavita Lobo, Troy Longbottom, Michael Malandris, Steve Mason, Melanie McAlpine, Malcolm McLean, Tino Mercado, Peter Munt, Khash Nassery, Mark Newman, Jessica O'Neill, Eleanor Parker, Jilen Patel, Bernadette Pilkington, Alan Reid, Clive Rogers, Gitika Sanghvi, Chris Sanzaro, Gautam Sridhar, Jeff Swann, Blanche Tsetong, My Anh Vu Thanh, Michael Walker, Judith Werner, Chris Wholley, Susan Wise, Sobia Zafar
Inducted in absentia: Jamil Alayan, Paul Hogan, Estie Kruger, Ian Trantor
Inducted in absentia: Jamil Alayan, Paul Hogan, Estie Kruger, Ian Trantor
The 2019 ICD induction ceremony and dinner were held in the ballrooms of The Playford Hotel in Adelaide on May 3rd. The evening was attended by 180 Fellows and their guests. 45 new Fellows from throughout Australia were inducted on the night, with another four new Fellows inducted in absentia. The Playford ballrooms provided a spectacular setting for this special occasion.
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Special guests at the dinner included Murray Thomson, President of the Dental Board of Australia; Deb Cockrell, President of the Australian Dental Council; Kate Miranda, Head of Communications and Public Affairs, ADA NSW; Robert Love ONZM, Dean & Head of School, Griffiths University; Peter Noblet AM, Past Treasurer of Section VIII; David Thomson, Past President of Section VIII; Loralie Lowder, PFA Executive Director and Cheri Newman, PFA International President. We were also honoured to have a number of Project Leaders at the dinner – David Sheen AM, Timor Leste; Colin Twelftree OAM, Long Tan Dental Program, Vietnam; Greg Miller, the new Coordinator of the Long Tan Program; David Goldsmith, South Pacific Islands programs and Len Crocombe, PNG.
Registrar Tom Tseng opened the induction part of the evening with his Registrar’s report. President John Owen AM then briefly addressed those in attendance. Immediate Past International President, Clive Ross CNZM, delivered an address to the new Fellows on the meaning and honour of ICD Fellowship.
Registrar Tom Tseng opened the induction part of the evening with his Registrar’s report. President John Owen AM then briefly addressed those in attendance. Immediate Past International President, Clive Ross CNZM, delivered an address to the new Fellows on the meaning and honour of ICD Fellowship.
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Following the induction of the new Fellows, special presentations were made to Fellows John McIntyre AM and Ron Robinson. John was presented with an ICD Meritorious Award in recognition of his 61 years of extraordinary dedication to dental education and improving oral health in Papua New Guinea. The ICD Meritorious Award is presented to Fellows in recognition of lifetime commitment and achievement. This was the first Meritorious Award ever presented to a Fellow of Section VIII. Ron Robinson was made an Honorary Life Member in recognition of his service to our Section as Administrative Officer over the past six and a half years and as our Section VIII website developer and manager.
The induction session ended with the changeover of Board officers. Incoming President Keith Watkins briefly addressed those in attendance after receiving the Presidential chain of office from outgoing President John Owen AM.
The induction session ended with the changeover of Board officers. Incoming President Keith Watkins briefly addressed those in attendance after receiving the Presidential chain of office from outgoing President John Owen AM.
Dr John Owen AM and Dr Keith Watkins
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John McIntyre AM (SA) contributed significantly to making the ICD evening in Adelaide an extra special occasion. We were very pleased to have many long term colleagues of John’s from Adelaide, Len Crocombe from Tasmania and Geoff Knight from Victoria present to share the evening with John. During the dinner, John gave a presentation on his work in PNG and the oral health needs of the country. New Fellow Jilen Patel of WA also gave an inspiring presentation at the dinner, Volunteering: a life course journey. Jilen described his volunteer experiences with the Kimberley Dental Team and how volunteering has impacted him personally and shaped his outlook on life.
Jilen Patel (WA)
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John McIntyre AM (SA)
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The next ICD induction ceremonies and dinners will be held in 2020 in Christchurch and in Melbourne as part of ICD’s 100th anniversary celebrations around the world. We hope to see you there!
2018 August Induction Ceremony in Auckland
The latest ICD induction ceremony was conducted in Auckland on August 17th at SkyCity during a luncheon for all ICD Fellows and their guests. 64 Fellows and guests attended the luncheon with 17 new Fellows being inducted. This was the largest induction ceremony ever held in New Zealand, surpassing the 2015 New Zealand induction by one new Fellow.
The latest ICD induction ceremony was conducted in Auckland on August 17th at SkyCity during a luncheon for all ICD Fellows and their guests. 64 Fellows and guests attended the luncheon with 17 new Fellows being inducted. This was the largest induction ceremony ever held in New Zealand, surpassing the 2015 New Zealand induction by one new Fellow.
New Fellows inducted: Dr Robert Aitken (Hamilton), Dr Robert Beaglehole (Nelson), Prof Paul Brunton (Dunedin), Dr Angus Colquhoun (Hamilton), Dr Ross Ferguson (Nelson), Dr Andrew Findlay (Wellington), Dr Lara Friedlander (Dunedin), Dr Rongsheng Sophia Jing (VIC, Australia), Dr Russell Kift (NSW, Australia), Dr Graham Leathley (Richmond), Dr Vivienne Levy (Christchurch), Prof Karl Lyons (Dunedin), Dr John Payne (WA, Australia), Dr Assil Russell (Dunedin), Dr Lester Settle (Christchurch), Dr David Stewart (Tauranga) and
Dr James Talbot (Wellington).
Dr James Talbot (Wellington).
Dr John Owen AM and Dr Tom Tseng, President and Registrar of the Australasian Section of ICD respectively, officiated at the induction ceremony. International President, Dr Clive Ross CNZM, inspired the new Fellows with his address to them. Special guest speaker, Dr Susie Sanderson OBE, President of the British Dental Association, spoke on “Community – different generational approaches to involvement in the profession” at the luncheon.
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The International College of Dentists will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2020. All Fellows worldwide will be invited to a gala function, including an international induction ceremony, which will be held on Friday, 13 November 2020 in Nagoya, Japan. New Fellows who have not yet been inducted may elect to be inducted at this special international induction ceremony.
Closer to home, there will be 2020 centennial events in Melbourne and in New Zealand, including induction ceremonies for our Section. Our local functions will be scheduled so as not to conflict with the international functions in Japan in November.
Details about the international events and about our Section events will be advised as arrangements are finalised. Invitations will be sent to all Fellows.
Closer to home, there will be 2020 centennial events in Melbourne and in New Zealand, including induction ceremonies for our Section. Our local functions will be scheduled so as not to conflict with the international functions in Japan in November.
Details about the international events and about our Section events will be advised as arrangements are finalised. Invitations will be sent to all Fellows.
For additional information please contact:
Dr Ron Robinson, Administrative Officer
admin@icdsectionviii.org
10 Bendtree Way
Castle Hill, NSW
AUSTRALIA
ICD Council Office Website
Dr Ron Robinson, Administrative Officer
admin@icdsectionviii.org
10 Bendtree Way
Castle Hill, NSW
AUSTRALIA
ICD Council Office Website
