Temple University School of Dentistry - Odontolog Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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TEMPLE UNIVERSITY health sciences center SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY PHILADELPHIA. PENNSYLVANIA 19140 orncf or nir dean October 31, 1977 TO THE CLASS OF 1978; You are entering the dental profession during a time of turmoil, unrest, and change. Dental insurance programs are proliferating rapidly, providing the opportunity to obtain dental services for millions who are unaccustomed to regular care. The very foundation of all of the professions is being challenged. Ethical values are being changed. It appears likely that advertising by dentists, physicians, and attorneys will become acceptable conduct. Cost and quality of services are being questioned and monitored. Individuals without any formal training are claiming the right to work directly for the public. Perhaps now more than ever, it is imperative that the members of the profession be prepared to defend the principles and practices which have brought dentistry to the position of respect which it enjoys today. You must get involved, participate in and support your professional organizations, while constantly maintaining the principles of professionalism and providing the highest quality services for your patients. To do so, you will have to continue to learn and to adapt to the changing profession and society. Congratulations, and sincere best wishes for a most satisfying and successful career. Dale F. Roeck, D.D.S. Dean

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A en a part of this institution and of We, the class of 15178, proudly take this opportunity to honor Dr. Kendrick Brookreson for his dedicated efforts to bring about meaningful changes in the educational process during his seven years of distinguished service as Director of Clinics at Temple University School of Dentistry. Dr. Brookreson's quiet diplomacy and friendly persuasion over the years, though not placed in a spotlight for all to see, have been the driving force in many changes in our school, all leading to higher level of professional excellence. He has been an unyielding opponent of mediocrity, and a firm advocate of administrative procedures that serve in the best interest of the students and the school. Dr. Brookreson has served as Professor and Chairman, Department of Oral Medicine, from August, 1966 until May, 1971. From May, 1971 until his retirement in January, 1978, he served with distinction as Director of Clinics. Dr. Brookreson has been instrumental in the establishment of the clinical computer information system, the modified block system, and in the coordination and the nevv clinics. ribing the contributions that this scholar, School of Dentistry, but the wisdom and after his departure. We, the Class of planning of the construction 6 It would be possible to go on educator and friend has made to foresight he has shown will long 1978, thank this extraordinary ma our lives. 8