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Congratulations Again to the Leaders Recognized at the AAO Leadership Reception, Four from The PCSO!

2023-06-07T13:19:39-04:00

The annual AAO Leadership Reception is an event marked by inspiration and the celebration of excellence. Each year, it brings together professionals who, through their commitment and dedication, have made significant contributions to the field of orthodontics. Among this year's awards winners, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists (PCSO) was excieted to have four honorees.

Congratulations Again to the Leaders Recognized at the AAO Leadership Reception, Four from The PCSO!2023-06-07T13:19:39-04:00

Women of the PCSO Meet Dr. Prashansa Sharma

2023-03-29T23:58:05-04:00

Dr. Prashansa Sharma, is not your typical orthodontist- she has a quirky personality and a fascinating history that sets her apart from the rest.Dr Sharma practices in Arizona but her life has taken her through many places. Dr. Sharma has moved around the country almost 15 times before finally settling in Arizona in 2016. Her

Women of the PCSO Meet Dr. Prashansa Sharma2023-03-29T23:58:05-04:00

Women of the PCSO Dr. Nicole Nalchajian

2023-03-27T19:00:04-04:00

Growing up in Fresno, California, Dr. Nicole Nalchajian always knew she wanted to practice orthodontics in her hometown. After completing her undergraduate degree in Integrative Biology at UC Berkeley, she went straight to dental school at University of the Pacific ( UOP Arthur A Dugoni) and earned her DDS degree in 1997. Dr. Nalchajian stayed

Women of the PCSO Dr. Nicole Nalchajian2023-03-27T19:00:04-04:00

Women of the PCSO Dr Heidi Starnes

2023-03-17T18:30:19-04:00

Meet Dr. Heidi Starnes - an accomplished orthodontist who has been crafting beautiful smiles for over two decades. Based in Newport Beach, California,  Dr. Starnes completed her undergraduate studies at San Diego State University before attending dental school at the University of the Pacific and completed her residency at Saint Louis University. When she's not

Women of the PCSO Dr Heidi Starnes2023-03-17T18:30:19-04:00

Women’s History Month – Featured Women in the PCSO: Dr. Amanda Cheng, DMD

2023-03-15T17:31:25-04:00

Dr. Cheng graduated from Harvard School of Dental Medicine with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 2012 and completed a craniofacial orthodontic and orthopaedic residency at the University of Minnesota in 2014. In addition, she became board certified by the American Board Certification in Orthodontics in 2014. Dr Cheng understands what it takes to

Women’s History Month – Featured Women in the PCSO: Dr. Amanda Cheng, DMD2023-03-15T17:31:25-04:00

Katie Bales: The New Representative from California for the PCSO

2023-03-05T18:41:01-05:00

Introducing Katie Bales: The New Representative from California for the PCSO The Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists new representative from California is Dr Katie Bales. Dr Bales has an impressive resume, and her forte is working with the critical issue task force which is focused on staffing that she now chairs. Her goal is to

Katie Bales: The New Representative from California for the PCSO2023-03-05T18:41:01-05:00

Leadership highlight – meet Dr John Yih

2023-02-28T18:51:20-05:00

Meet the new representative from Oregon, Dr Jonathan Yih. Dr. Jonathan Yih grew up in Salem, attended Oregon State University, and graduated from Oregon Health and Science University in 2018. He is currently practicing and teaching near his home in Salem. Dr. Yih has  been recognized for his leadership abilities, despite his personal reluctance to

Leadership highlight – meet Dr John Yih2023-02-28T18:51:20-05:00

Meet John Trotter, Secretary-Treasurer

2023-02-20T18:42:08-05:00

Meet Dr John Trotter, the new Secretary Treasurer of the PCSO John Trotter is a man with a mission. He believes that by helping others, he can make the world a better place. This philosophy has driven him throughout his life, from 1999 when he became a CAO delegate to his election as the secretary-treasurer

Meet John Trotter, Secretary-Treasurer2023-02-20T18:42:08-05:00

A veterans day tribute

2022-11-09T23:50:02-05:00

Today, as we celebrate Veterans Day, let us take a minute and salute all who have served and honor the sacrifices made by members of the U.S. armed forces and their families to preserve our freedom. Veterans Day gives us an opportunity to acknowledge

A veterans day tribute2022-11-09T23:50:02-05:00

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

2022-04-18T17:04:16-04:00

Dr. Nancy Gum San Jose, CA PCSO Bulletin Contributor PCSO takes pride in encouraging our diverse membership to participate in our organization. The sincere desire is that all members feel included, that their opinions matter, and that they are heard. To this end, our PCSO board felt it valuable to update our mission statement and

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion2022-04-18T17:04:16-04:00
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