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

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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

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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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Alexander Dell i Four years ago, in September, Alex Dell entered Dental School after compiling an excellent record at City College. Along with his Bachelor of Science degree, he came with an intellectual curiosity of the highest magnitude. Alex excelled immediately in his basic science courses, and was elected to the William Jarvie Society at the end of his freshman year. An extremely conscientious and talented student, he was always among the first to finish his requirements whether they were in technique, theory or clinical work. He has been an active member of the class, having been elected Treasurer of Alpha Omega and Managing Editor of the yearbook. Alex has received two Dean ' s Scholarships and a National Institutes of Health Fellowship during his four years at dental school. This fellowship gave him the oppor- tunity to do some research in the field of dental materials. Upon graduation, an internship and or military service will follow as well as marriage to his fiancee, Lorraine. Long range plans are indefinite, but California, research and private practice are all distinct probabilities. 28