Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery - Dental Columbian Yearbook (New York, NY)

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m Roy Boelstler It has been rumored by some that Roy. or Boley as he is more often called has been awarded a V el-stone Scholar- ship to dental school. Regardless of this, it is a fact that he is one of our most able clinical operators. His speed and ability have often astonished both students and instructors. The high quality of Roy ' s lab work has been responsible for the great demand for his services. From early morn till late evening The Commander could be found in the lab pro- ducing meticulous restorations. Although kept busy with his own work as well as being Dr. Cain ' s assistant. Roy is always willing to help his classmates with whatever hydrocolloid prob- lems arise. Hailing from Wo odside, Long Island. Roy came to school via Columbia College and received his A.B. in 1956. He is an active member of Psi Omega and was class Secretary in our junior year. One of the few members of our class to realize the benefits of a Naval career, Roy entered the Fresh- man Naval Program and expects to fulfill his obligation upon graduation. Long term plans include a New York practice and a desire to eventually become a part time instructor in Clinical Operative Dentistry. 26

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Bernard Jules Biron With characteristic calmness, Bernie has navigated his way, unruffled, through the four year dental course. His taciturnity belies his diligent application to his studies. In the clinic, his careful, deliberate manner has inspired patient confidence. Born in Antwerp, Belgium. Bernie now resides in Manhattan. He came to Columbia from New York University College of Arts and Science. Early recognition of the benefits of the Navy ' s Early Com- missioning Program prompted Bernie to sign up in the fresh- man year. This was in complete harmony with his interest in boating. He can be seen on balmy Sundays piloting his craft up the Hudson River. An active Alpha Omegan. Bernie and his wife. Debora, are always prepared to demonstrate their terpsichorial skill with a lively Mambo at fraternity dances. After two years of Navy Service, Bernie expects to enter private practice in the New ork City area. 25

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Richard Castoria It is not necessary to know Dick very long to become aware of his sincere devotion to dentistry as evidenced by the early- hour debates conducted with instructors who, unsuspectingly, were casual and nonspecific in their discussions. Hailing from Floral Park, L. I.. Dick came to Columbia by way of Hofstra College. With well diversified ability, Rich might be found playing the double bass on a club date or as the family man with his lovely wife Adele and three year old daughter Jeanine, spending a quiet evening at home reading from the Journal of Dental Research. He might be out on the courts for a set or two of tennis or doing a Lindy at a party given by Psi Omega which claims him as a loyal member. Dick showed an interest in dental research early in his career and was elected to membership in the William Jarvie Society. Close association with Dr. Kutscher has afforded him the opportunity to spend his junior year, the summer between junior and senior years and senior year assisting Dr. Kutscher with a National Institutes of Health Research Fellowship. Whether it be testing a new denture adhesive or trying to determine the true color of normal and abnormal gingiva, Dick is forever occupied. In the future Dick plans to enter private practice in Floral Park and, of course, do research work in a hospital. 27