Richard Valachovic, D.M.D., M.P.H.

7 May 2009

Dr. Richard Valachovic is the Executive Director of the American Dental Education Association (ADEA), where he has served since his appointment in 1996. He also serves concurrently as the Executive Director of the International Federation of Dental Education Associations. A pediatric dentist by training, Dr. Valachovic is a dental graduate...

Marilyn Coruzzi, M.D.: Family Physician

4 September 2008

Dr. Marilyn Coruzzi talks about what inspired her to become a doctor and her experiences working as a family physician in rural Alaska.

Jocelyn Freeman Garrick, MD MS FACEP

8 August 2008

A school advisor once said Jocelyn Freeman Garrick would 'never get into medical school.' Today she is a practicing physician who specializes in emergency medicine.

Barbara Brown: Clinical Laboratory Technologist

9 July 2006

I love my job and I enjoy what I do. It is so rewarding to know I am making a difference in so many people’s lives...

Anabelle Nuñez, Medical Librarian

13 June 2006

I feel great knowing I provided information about a grant opportunity that was awarded, or when someone walks away understanding a medical condition, a treatment protocol, or procedure. I was fortunate to land a job that allows me to work towards social equity and justice for underserved communities.

Tomoral Sams, DMD

Providing oral health care to people who would not otherwise receive it is the most rewarding aspect of my career. I am grateful that I chose a career where I can really make a difference.