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

Text from Pages 1 - 200 of the 2003 volume:

1 TEMPLE OPERATIVE PROSTHODONTICS D t was one day four years ago when 115 strangers from around the world came together to begin their dental school adventure. Through the months of ups and downs, laughter and tears, triumphs and disappointments, we all became a family. We were together when wax became gold, composite turned into restorations, and typodonts transformed into human-beings. We supported each other when the crowns wouldn’t fit, patients were upset, MODs became endos, cases were pulled from the lab. or a shoulder was needed to cry on. There were times when we didn’t know if we would make it to next week, let alone graduation, but here we are. We walked in not knowing buccal from lingual; we walk out as doctors. Congratulations, Class of 2003. We d ORALSURGERY ENDODONTICS 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS SENIORS .10 UNJDERCIASSES .132 FACULTY .146 CLUBS .162 ADS .174 3 C0 To the Class of 2003: Dental school is a time of transition; a metamorphosis from the carefree days of college into a more mature and responsible adulthood. No one understands this transition better than the Temple dental student, Looking ahead to graduation. I am pleased to say the Class of 2003 knows they are part of an educational system composed of faculty and staff who work with them to develop their confidence and their clinical abilities—the qualities that best characterize the Temple graduate. I want to share some reflections about the Class of 2003: You are bright and talented and have brought a special enthusiasm to the educational program at Temple. It has been a pleasure to have interacted with you as students and now know you as colleagues. On behalf of the administration, faculty and staff, I congratulate you on having achieved a significant milestone in your lives. I wish you the very best for the future. Sincerely, D. 4 D Ms. Theresa Wyzyriski he class of 2003 is honored to dedicate the 2002-2003 edition of the Odontolog to Ms. Theresa Wyzynski. Her continual devotion has served as inspiration for us all. The only thing bigger than her unending generosity is her love for the students of Temple Dental. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your love, compassion and support over the last four years. Most of us would not have made it without you. We will miss and remember you always. 5 6 8 9 Jen Mills Kim Pham Bhairavi Sheth Amanda Skarbek Mike Verber Chetna Wadhwa Diana Young Ul mJ CL s ui H As we introduced ourselves during orientation, our fears and uncertainties faded away. We were in good company. Our willingness to help each other prevented the drive to succeed from standing in the way of having fun and becoming lifelong friends. This is our story SENIORS AngeliqueAarabi.D.M.D. Timoniura Maryland Juniata College Alpha Omega, American Association of Women Dentists, American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society I would like to thank my family and friends who supported me through dental school. 12 Beth R. Abel, D.M.D. Chestnut Ridge, New York Cornell University Alpha Omega, American Association of Women Dentists (President), American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Oral Surgery Study Club (Secretary), Pediatric Study Club All you need in this life is ignorance and confidence, and then success is sure - Mark Twain I have never let my schooling interfere with my education - Mark Twain It is possible to store the mind with a million facts and still be entirely uneducated - Alec Bourne 13 Bill Alti, D.M.D Aleppo, Syria California State University, Northridge Alpha Omega (Vice President President), American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club (President), TUSoD Soccer Team Stephen P.AItomari, D.M.D Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Pensacola Christian College, Florida Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club 1 thank the LORD Jesus Christ for bringing me to where I am today. My beautiful wife Sarah has been my unyielding support and I cannot thank God enough for her. 1 came to Temple because the best dentists recommended it to me, so I leave the same way. To all my friends and classmates, I wish you the best in life. 15 J. Patrick Arnold, D.M.D. Pisgah Forest, North Carolina Idaho State University American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Asian American Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society There are too many people who have impacted my life to try and thank by word and deed, so I'll keep it simple. I want to first say to my wife, Leigh, that I love her with all my heart and that I'm so grateful that she and our soon to be bom child are a part of my life. 1 also want to tell my parents and the rest of my family thank you for sticking by me and being there for me when times were tough. I love you all, Patrick 16 Arianny Arocha, D.M.D. Fort Lauderdale, Florida Florida Atlantic University Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club (Vice-President), Hispanic Dental Association (Treasurer) To my parents, for their unconditional love. To my dearest friends, Linda and Carlos, for being there when I needed you most. To mi amorcito, for bringing happiness and laughter to my life. Thank you. 17 MaxArocha.D.M.D Fort Lauderdale, Florida Florida Atlantic University American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Hispanic Dental Association (President), Cosmentic Student Dental Association (President) Y OJXs (Afexhfo 18 Aziza Fatima Askari, D.M.D Mount Laurel, New Jersey Aziza As kjxr i University of Sciences in Philadelphia Alpha Omega, American Association of Women Dentists, American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Orthodontic Club In the name of God, the most gracious and most merciful. I am thankful to the almighty for bestowing his blessings upon me. I thank my mom and my family for always bringing me strength and inspiration. Thanks Ari, Bill, Chetna, Angie, Max, Steve... and the Class of 2003. Thanks to the teaching and administrative staff of Temple. Thank you to my husband for being patient while I was away from him and for supporting me in all my decisions. 19 Alessandro G. Bartoletti, D.M.D. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Dickinson College American Student Dental Association 20 Leon Bass, D.M.D. New York, New York State University of New York at Stonybrook American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club 21 Daniel J. Bekish, D.M.D. Spring City, Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh Alpha Omega, Asian American Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Oral Surgery Study Club, Orthodontic Club (President), Stomatognathic Honor Society, SCADA I would like to say thank you to my beautiful wife, Jennifer, for without her 1 never could have accomplished the things I have. Thank you to my parents for always believing in me and never giving up, it's been a long road. I want to thank the faculty for their dedication and patience, 1 know I was a pain in the rear more the once. Congratulations to my fellow classmates on the work they have done, they are true professionals and I am proud to call them colleagues. Lastly, to my newborn baby girl, Paige Danielle, you are and forever will be the apple of my eye. Good Luck, Giddy Up and Don't Mess with Texas!!! Dan Bekish AKA Chicken Wire. 22 Kernel Jalil Blanco Jamis, D.M.D.___________________ Sancti Spiritus, Cuba Florida International University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Oral Surgery Study Club, Orthodontic Club, Hispanic Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club I dedicate my degree to my parents, who are my pillar of strength. Special thanks to my brother. Aunt Zaida, Cousin Taty and Uncle Rogelio. Los quiero mucho. My warmest thoughts to my wife. Ana. You have made the past four years much more bearable. 1 love you. Dedicado tambien a mis amigos de Cuba. Andrew! BracciD.M.D Fairport, New York University of Notre Dame American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Orthodontic Club, Pediatric Study Club ' The best thing you've ever done for me is to help me take my life less seriously. Because it is only life after all. Thanks for all your love support M,D,G,C,R,1 Mike. I love you all. MF-Like a virgin; LL-my girl, MH-my brother, JP-who needs girls; Tl-Sausage guy, FHS boys 4-ever; WD bros + siss: Domers always. Good Luck Class of 2003; you've all touched my life. 24 Jessica Kim Bramlette D.M.D Dana Point, California Temple University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Oral Surgery Study Club, Pediatric Study Club, Hatian Health Foundation Mom, Dad, Keith, Desi: Thanks for supporting me in everything I did. You cheered me on and motivated me to keep going when things got hard. I am the person I am today because of you guys. I love you. Grandpa: If it wasn't for you 1 would have never graduated Dental School. Maria and Steve: My home away from home and financial advisor. Mimmo: You're the best and I love you!! Sean Harris Breckley, D.M.D. Reading, Pennsylvania Susquehanna University American Student Dental Association, Delta Sigma Delta, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society. To my family: Thank you for always being there for me throughout the years and for giving me the opportunity to pursue my dreams, 1 am so very grateful for your never-ending love and support and the values you have instilled in me. You have made all that 1 have accomplished in my life possible. I love you all so very much. V Joshua Aaron Bresler, D.M.D. Fort Washington, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University American Student Dental Association, Oral Surgery Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Pedo Study Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Ortho Study Club, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Academy of Dental Anesthesiology, Haitian Health Foundation Special thanks to my family friends-1 couldn't have done it without you. Mom Dad, you've been my rock and inspiration-1 love you guys. A grateful thanks to my MomMorn and PopPop and my grandmom for her generous support and love. Best of luck to my classmates and friends- we did it! Hurry up Jason and Rachel-1 need help! 27 Jesus Gonzales Carpio, D.M.D. Sunny Isles Beach, Florida Florida International University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Hispanic Dental Association, Oral Surgery Study Club, Orthodontic Club, TUSoD Soccer Team 1 would like to thank my family especially my mom for supportimg me through dental school. 28 Jill Rachael Carre, D.M.D. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University Alpha Omega (Treasurer), American Association of Women Dentists (Vice-President), American Student Dental Associaiton, Endodontic Study Club, Pediatric Study Club Education is an admirable thing, but it is well to remember from time to time that nothing that is worth knowing can be taught- Oscar Wilde. Education is what most people receive, many pass on and few have- Karl Kraus Today is far from childhood- Emily Dickinson 29 Gerald Vitug Cerdan, D.M.D. Starke, Florida University of Florida Alpha Omega (membership chair), American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Orthodontic Club, Pediatric Study Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society 1 would like to give my love and thanks to Tatay, Inang, Nanay, Apong Rosing, Tito Eddie, Tita Eden, The Abad, Bautista, Cerdan, Vitug Family. To my two brothers Jerome and Keith, we are truly blessed with a family as strong as ours. These past four years could have been a difficult journey, but with the love and support from my family and friends, the trip felt short and sweet. And finally to Gianna... love always. Ms. IV., thanks for caring..Jerome superman, continue the legacy. Yen-Chang Bill Chen, D.M.D. KaohsiungJaiwan Georgia State University Chinese Culture University Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Pediatric Study Club, Student National Dental Association I would like to thank God for all of His blessings so that this impossible mission became possible. Special appreciation is given to family members, my beloved classmates and instructors. Without their kind support, I would not have survived. 31 Hangshin Daniel Cho, D.M.D. Philadelphia Pennsylvania Temple University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club We thank God for the blessings in the name of Jesus. 32 Anna S. Choi, D.M.D. Seattle, Washington University of Washington American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Study Club, Orthodontic Club, Pediatric Study Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society Thank you mom and dad for all of your love and prayers. To my sisters and brother, Eun-Young, Dan, Seanna and Grace, I am so proud of you guys and love you so much. I am so excited for our futures! Thank you to my friends and family who have been there for me through it all. And oppah, thank you for bringing so much happiness to my life, you are truly a blessing. Best wishes class of 2003, we made it. 33 In Hyok Choi, D.M.D. Gaithersburg Maryland University of New Jersey Asian American Club, Oral Surgery Study Club, Pediatric Study Club After countless hours spent studying and doing lab work, it's over! Finally, there will be an acronym trailing my name. I remember taking a break in between classes during freshman year on the third floor fire escape. I stared at a smoke stack in the horizon thinking how nice it would be to look that the same smoke stack in four years when I'm done. That time has finally arrived and that same smoke stack is still there, staring back at me. I'm going to miss it... Well, now is the time not only to be happy but to be thankful for my family and friends whose unquestioning faith in me and undying support have carried me through some tough times. Please know that your love and sacrifice have made this day possible. 1 thank you, one and all. 34 Stan Clark, D.M.D. Salt Lake City, Utah Utah State University Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club A special thanks to my loving and supportive wife. I couldn't have done it without you. Thanks to my three boys for making my return home from school each day a delight. Classmates I thank you for your friendship and support. I'll never forget these past four years for the good and bad. 35 Ty C.Corbridge.D.M.D. Salt Lake City, Utah University of Utah American Student Dental Association The past four years have been filled with many-memorable times. Some were tough (boards, getting mugged, boards etc.), but most were great (Haiti, the Olympics, birth of my daughter, graduation). I am grateful for all those who made getting through these past four years possible. Thanks to my parents and family for all of their support. Most importantly, thanks to my wife. Sherry, and my daughter, Alyssa, whose unwavering support and tireless efforts have helped inspire me to be a better person. Good Luck to the Class of 2003. J . T) Richard D’Antonio, D.M.D. Swedesboro, New Jersey Rowan University American Student Dental Association All that is left are the memories and the relationships that we have made. To everyone that I've befriended over the past four years, thanks for the laughs and for being there. My door will always be open. With a few of the more memorable moments ingrained in my head: Pre-Clinic wars with short-shorts, all of the good times at the FSU with the lunch gang (TK, Keith, Kuon, Dave Tatoo , Reuss John). Most importantly, I need to thank my parents who have always been there for me. They have made this accomplishment possible. And Becky, my everything, who has supported me through the bad times and made the good times better. Tracy Doantrang Dao, D.M.D. San Jose, California University of California, Davis Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Assocation, Asian American Dental Student Association, Endodontic Study Club I would like to thank God tor giving me wisdom, peace, joy and most importantly blessing me with wonderful family and friends. My family's love, support and sacrifices helped me achieve my goal. Honey, 1 never could have done it without you. The most precious days of my life have been since I fell in love with you. You have shown me the true meaning of love. I love you! Crystal, thanks for always being there for me. To the teachers and staff, thanks for all your guidance and encouragement. I am indebted to you. To my dearest classmates. It's been a wonderful four years. I appreciate your encouragement, support and friendship. Good luck to everyone. Love you all. Together, we did it! 38 Shawn Davis, D.M.D. Henderson, Nevada Brigham Young University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Delta Sigma Delta, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Oral Surgery Study Club 39 Gianna M. DeSimone D.M.D. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Temple University Alpha Omega (secretary). Endodontic Study Club, AAWD Thanks and Love... to my Mom for being my inspiration, bringing me food during finals, and being my first patient, to my Dad for appreciating the simple things in life, to Aunt Franny for always checking up on me and having my first filling on 21, to Uncle Danny for teaching me how to add and subtract, to Timmy for putting me in place when 1 needed it, to Ms. W. for helping us see the light at the end of the tunnel, and to Cheng you're One in a Million! Best wishes also to my TUSoD friends. We've been through so much these past four years... thank you for the good times, moral support, and memories even though we're all a bunch of potluck freaks!!! Love you all! KITGigi 40 Marcelle Desronvil-Lissade, D.M.D. Boston, Massachusetts University of Massachusetts, Amherst Alpha Omega, Asian American Club, Student National Dental Association A special thanks to my husband Patrice and my sister Gina for inspiring me to pursue a career in Dentistry. I'd also like to thank my parents and my friends, especially Ferdiane for all their support. The day has finally come that I become a dentist; this would not have been possible without the unconditional support of my husband. There were days when he'd say Honey, go study and I'll prepare dinner, or All I demand of you is to focus on your studies. There were moments when I felt that there was no light at the end of the tunnel, he reassured me that it would come. Today is one of the happiest hays of my life and I could not have done it without him... Thanks Pouky 41 James G. Drake, D.M.D. Victor. Idaho Idaho State University Alpha Omega, Asian American Club, American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Pediatric Study Club, Student Council (Class Representative), Academy of General Dentistry Things I knew about farming, but found true for dental school too: Solvin' problems is like throw in' cattle, dig your heels in on the big ones and catch the little ones 'round the neck. Control generosity when dealin' with a chronic borrower. Good judgement comes from experience, which comes from bad judgement. When in a hole, stop diggin'. You can just about stand more than you think you can. It don't matter so much how long as how well you ride. Makin' it in life is kind of like bustin' broncs: you're gonna get thrown, the secret is to keep gettin' back on. Good on ya guys. 42 Thomas K. W. Draper, D.M.D. Bucks County, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University American Student Dental Association, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Oral Surgery Study Club, Oral Surgery Journal Club Thanks to my friends James, Lignelli and Keith. Thanks to Bekish whose drive and motivation has been inspiring. Thanks to Rich for being a great and most loyal friend. Special thanks to Dr. Whitaker for taking me under your wing and Dr. Cohen and Dr. Reid, for your time and dedication and instilling me with confidence, and believing in me, even when 1 didn't believe in myself. Mom and Dad, Nana and Pop Pop, you have provided the most love and support that anyone could ever ask for. You know how much I love you all. Chuck, you are the best brother and friend and 1 am so proud of you. And finally, Laur, we finally did it! I am so proud of you and feel so lucky to be sharing my life with you. 43 Brian K. Dufner, D.M.D. Houston, Texas The University of Kansas American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Haitian Health Foundation, TUSoD Softball Team, TUSoD Soccer Team We did it! I would like to congratulate my colleagues in the Class of 2003; it has been a long and tough road, met with resistance every step of the way. Albert Einstein once said Great spirits often encounter violent opposition from mediocre minds. I'd say that sums up dental school pretty well. Thank you to my mother and father, without their tireless and unending love and support I could not have accomplished this. I will always remember the friends and good times I had here. Have fun! 44 Charles Matthew Esposito, D.M.D. Mount Holly, New Jersey La Salle University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Delta Sigma Delta, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Pediatric Study Club To my family, especially my parents, for your unending love and support; you taught me never to settle for second best. To my cousins for inspiring me to pursue such a rewarding profession. And, to Connie, for making me realize that there is so much more to life. 1 will love you always. Thank you for allowing me to realize my dream. 45 Michael Brian Faktor, D.M.D. Middletown, New Jersey University of Boulder University of California, Berkeley American Student Dental Assoeiation,Oral Surgery Study Club “The great experience is start from 1st step ' - Mr Suria (Durr) Santisombutkasam Thanks so much to all my family and friends who helped me get to where I am today, especially my father for convincing me to get into this crazy profession. There are so many doctors in the school 1 could thank but those that stick out were Dr. L. Deem, Dr. VVeisberg, Dr. Domanico and Dr. Reid. Best of luck to all my classmates. 1 couldn't have been part of a better class. 1 really believe we worked great together and hopefully, we'll continue to do so in the future. 46 Michael Foran, D.M.D. Hicksville, New York Loyola College, Baltimore American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society Well, I can't believe that we all made it this far. I certainly didn't think that I would be here after trying to carve that damn blue tooth out of wax. The past 4 years have certainly been an education. I have learned how to be a secretary, an accountant, and a receptionist. Somewhere in there I think 1 might have learned a little bit of dentistry. I also learned that if someone starts talking about space shuttle tiles in the floor, I should take cover, because the BS is flying. On a more serious note, I would like to thank my friends here at school because we had some really good times together, and my parents who have always supported me and never pressured me. Thank God we're done! 47 Lauren Ann Francis, D.M.D. Downingtown, Pennsylvania Washington and Lee University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Delta Sigma Delta We finally made it! I want to thank my family and friends, I couldn't have done it without everybody! We had some really fun times. Good luck to everybody! Francis 48 Richard W. Gesker, D.M.D. Philadelphia Pennsylvania Allegheny University Temple University- Fox School of Business Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Delta Sigma Delta, Oral Surgery Study Club, Student Council If it were not for the friendship of Amanda Skarbek, I probably would not have graduated. Amanda has supplied me with countless pages of copied notes, hours of conversation during lecture, and days of company in the preclinic. I only wish that during the clinic, we had the chance to spend as much time together as we did our first two years. Nevertheless, thank you Dr. Skarbek for your friendship. 49 Richard G. Gross, D.M.D. Oyster Bay New York Brandeis University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Delta Sigma Delta Hope we can do it again sometime. - Richard Gross 50 Mary Elizabeth Guzek, D.M.D. Scranton, Pennsylvania University Of Pittsburgh American Student Dental Association, American Association of Women Dentists, Endodontic Study Club, Orthodont ic Club, Pediatric Study Club, Student Council (Treasurer) Thank you. Mom, Jason, Annie Matthew for your support, generosity confidence. You've endured my detailed dental stories exam mood swings I hope I've provided some entertainment, acting out the dramas of dental school. Without you I wrou!d have been much more stressed miserable. I'm proud of all of our accomplishments these past 4 years. I would have been lost without my family. Thanks to my true friends for giving me study breaks free dinners for keeping me sane with info from the non-dental w'orld. Thanks to my dental friends colleagues vvho've given me great advice support. Thanks to all w'ho've been a part of my Temple experience. 51 Kai-Uwe Holger Hahn, D.M.D. San Clemente, California California State University, Fullerton Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society Temple Derital.... friends, family and professors- it has been...Unbelievable! Thanks to all of you who helped me and challenged me through the past years. See you in the real world. 52 Hatton Benjamin Thomas Halton, D.M.D. Sayre, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Delta Sigma Delta, President Class of 2003 To all of you who don't feel you've gotten anything from Temple Dental, 1 would like to share a little secret. 1 no longer recycle the foil backing found in x-ray films. Instead, I steal them, take them home, and hammer them together. I've got myself a pretty good size piece of foil and some day I'm gonna do something really special with it. Like bake a potato or perhaps wrap a sandwich. Thanks Temple! To Ma, Pa, Sis, G-man and the best, most supportive friends a guy could ask for. I couldn't have made it without you. 53 Caroll J. Hernandez, D.M.D. Miami, Florida Florida International University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Oral Surgery Study Club Going through dental school has been an amazing experience. Being able to count on the people I love the most has made it a lot easier. 1 would like to express my gratitude to my parents and sister for being there for me when 1 needed them the most and for teaching me all I need to know to be successful. To Shawn for being a wonderful husband and friend who has brought a lot of happiness and beautiful moments to my life. I'll never forget my friends and all the good times we spent together. Thank you all! 54 Douglas Hinh, D.M.D. Los Angeles, California University of California, Irvine Knowing that the end of this chapter of my life is near, I can't help but to reminisce about all the events that took place in my life the past few years. Throughout all the problems and challenges that I have encountered, my parents and siblings were always there for me. I'd like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation and to thank them for all of their support. Thank you for this chance that you guys have given me. Shout out to Genthy, Jackie, Ronny, Sattar, Ben, Jeong, Nikkie, Sye-Joon, Soo, Boyd, Chris, Anna, Liz, Katherine, Mike, Ken, Yohan, Dan, Tim, In and Judith. 55 Danny Ho, D.M.D. Orange County, California University of California, Irvine American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club. Hard work has proven that I can succeed in achieving my goals and dreams; but it's the love of family and friends that is responsible for my success in life. I would like to dedicate this page to those who have given me their unconditional love and support throughout the years. In addition, I would like to thank the doctors at Temple who put their hearts into teaching and helped me exceed beyond my potential to become the best doctor I can be. Anthony John luvone, D.M.D. Hackettstowne. New Jersey Ursinus College American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Pediatric Study Club To the luvone family: Dad, Mom, Roseanne Ben and Erica. This is a great time in my life. I am so greatful to have such a loving and caring family. I love you all. 57 JeongSu Jang, D.M.D Sunnyvale, California University of California, San Diego American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Alpha Omega, Endodontic Study Club Thank you mom and dad for being patient and supportive during my four years in dental school. Best wishes to my fellow classmates...I hope everybody's futures will be successful! 58 Michael G. Katsaros, D.M.D. Bethlehem, Pennsylvania Villanova University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Oral Surgery Study Club To my fellow classmates: It has been quite the journey, to say the least, but 1 am proud to call you all Doctors and Colleagues (thanks for sharing the back exams). To my professors: Thank you for your patience and persistence. To my sweetheart: Thank you for being you. To my dearest family and friends: I could not have done it without your constant love, support and encouragement. I have found a career that I love! 59 KirbyS. Kjar, D.M.D. Kemmerer, Wyoming University of Utah American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Oral Surgery Study Club, Orthodontic Club I guess this is it. A whopping big thank you to my lovely wife Dani, who walked every step of this little adventure with me. To my son Jack-son, who gives me something to look forward to each day. To my family and the Neeleys thanks for all your support. To my friends and classmates, 1 couldn't have asked for a better class to have gone through this with. 1 wish you all the best of luck, and may all your hard work pay off. 60 Brian Jeffrey Kovanda, D.M.D. Hollister, California Brigham Young University Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Oral Surgery Study Club, Admissions Committee Thanks to my classmates for a great four years-I wish all of you the best of luck! 61 Thomas J. Kuon, D.M.D. Wilmington, Delaware Denison University American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Asian American Club, Delta Sigma Delta, Orthodontics Study Club Thank you to my family and friends for your love and support throughout the years. 62 Lisa A. Lantzy, D.M.D. Mansfield, Ohio Allegheny College American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Delta Sigma Delta, Endodontic Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society Study Club (Treasurer), Pediatric Study Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society, Treasurer Class of 2003, TUSoD Softball Team, Academy of General Dentistry To Mom, Dad, Laura, Ronna, Winnie, and O: Thanks to all of your for your unconditional love and support-1 could have never made it through without all of you. To Drs. Cohen, Fielding, Feinstein, and Reid: Thanks for all your advice and support; you all are tremendous role models and amazing oral surgeons. To Andy, Ben, Jen, Jess, Josh, and Kai: You all are amazing friends and dentists. Best of luck in the future. 1 hope you fulfill all of your dreams- Please come visit next year! 63 Paul C. Larsen, D.M.D. Logan, Utah Utah State University American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club Special thanks to all of my family for their support the last 4 years. Especially, to Jen, Kaden, Kassidy, Konner and baby for putting up with not having a dad and husband for most of the time. To the friends I've made here 1 wish the best of luck and hope you'll all be very successful. 64 Jiyoung Elizabeth Lee, D.M.D. Torrance, California University of California, Los Angeles American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Pediatric Study Club I just want to thank everyone who helped me through this hell-hole. Kara Lemmon, D.M.D. Cape Girardeau, Missouri Southeast Missouri State American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Delta Sigma Delta Mom, Dad, Marta, Logan and Ayla - thank you for being a wonderful family and for supporting me through everything. Thanks to Katie and Ben for making life bearable and for the realizations that you can't chant everything and nobody even likes you. Thank you Liz for being a great friend and roomie, despite the feline battle being waged on the third floor! And last but not least, thank you Tom for your excellent friendship and our fun, yet sporadic shopping sprees. Thank you and I love you all. Kara. 66 John Louis Lignelli, II, D.M.D. Boyertown, Pennsylvania John Louis Lignetti, II University of New Hampshire Oral Surgery Honor Society (Vice President), Oral Surgery Study Club (President) To all my family and friends, especially my wife, Amy, my parents. Jack, Linda, Bill and Donna, and my sisters, Joanna, Juli and Lindsey, Thank You for all of your love and support. Without your help none of this would be possible. I love you all. 67 Christopher A. Lim.D.M.D. Long Beach, California University of California, Irvine American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club. Man! I am glad I made it....surviving all my classes. What a struggle! I just wanted to thank my family for their support, especially my parents. Not to forget my girlfriend for being there for me these four years. Good luck to all of my classmates. Ten years from now, I hope 1 won't be as broke as I am now! See you all sometime... 68 Judith Lim, D.M.D. Torrance, California Pomona College Alpha Omega, American Association of Women Dentists (Secretary), American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Pediatric Study Club (President). I can't believe vve finally made it! Dental school has been quite an experience and I just want to congratulate everyone and 1 wish you all the best. The class of 2003 has been wonderful and I want to tell you guys how much 1 love you. I also want to thank my family for being so loving and for supporting me these past four years. You have been more than I could ever ask for and I love you from the bottom of my heart. 69 Veronica F.Lopez, D.M.D. Gaithersburg, Maryland University of Maryland American Association of Women Dentists, American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Study Club To my parents: Thank you for your unconditional love and support and for always being there for me. To Luisa and Rick, your encouragement has been wonderful. And Lu, thanks for keeping me in line! To Jen, our friendship is so special to me, thanks for always bringing out the angel and devil in me! To my classmates, these have been four very challenging year for all of us but we made it! Thanks for all the good memories. Jonathan Louick, D.M.D Emmaus, Pennsylvania University of Richmond American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Delta Sigma Delta, Oral Fixation Basketball Team I would like to thank fiancee Rebecca for giving me the support and encouragement 1 needed to graduate dental school. I would also like to thank all of my classmates and teachers. 71 Shawn F. Magelsen, D.M.D. Monroe, Washington Brigham Young University American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society 72 Seyed Michael Mansouri, D.M.D. Marietta, Georgia Temple University American Student Dental Association, Orthodontic Club, Pediatric Study Club First and foremost, I would like to thank my parents for their neverending support and sacrifices they made for me through their lives. For my sister, Mitra thank you for always being there for me. I love you all very much. Finally, a special thanks to my Uncle Joe, it would have been impossible without his guidance, advice and encouragement. 73 Thomas Markle, D.M.D. Saratoga California University of California, San Diego American Student Dental Association I'm choking with flavor because of all the good times. Like a fine wine. I love you. Temple Dental Class of 2003... we are the champions of the world and for all times. We rock harder than the hardest. Rock and roll lives forever! Peace and love, Tom. 74 i Anthony Samuel Mennito, D.M.D. Frederick, Maryland Susquehanna University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Delta Sigma Delta, Oral Fixation Basketball Team, TUSoD Soccer Team I've thought about how 1 ended up in this place at this time of my life. If you had asked me a decade ago what I wanted to do, this probably wouldn't have been the answer- fate has more of a role than I realize. My life has been interesting- I've lived in many places met many people. I was lucky to be the son of two amazing people who have become my best friends. 1 met a girl who changed the way I view life made me happier than I ever imagined. My orthopedic and haircut needs are taken care of forever. I thank my friends who made the last 4 years tolerable. 75 Katharine Emilie Miller, D.M.D. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Emory University Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club Mom Jer, Dad and Michael, Jenny Rino, Liza Gago- thank you all for being such a wonderful family. I never could've made it without your love and support. Jenny Liza-it's amazing to have you back home. Yay you! Jason- you've made me so happy. I love you. Kara- 1 don't know what I would have done without you (Died maybe?). Please stay in Philly! Bean- thanks for making me laugh so hard so often. Wait...what does thiazide do? 76 Jennifer Lynn Mills, D.M.D. Carmichael California California State University, Sacramento Endodontics Study Club, Hinman Scholar, Haitian Health Foundation, Student Council (Vice-President), Yearbook Committee I wouldn't have made it this far without the help of those close to me. Mom, Dad and Nellie - it was difficult being 3000 miles from you but your love and support made me feel like I was always at home! Lisa, I have found a true friend in you and I'll miss our goofy fun. Katie, thanks for opening your home to me. You'll never know how much your advice helped. Marc, thanks for keeping an eye out for me. Your friendship is genuine and I'll always appreciate it. Brian, thanks for all the funny times. I'll miss you! 77 Marc Moyer, D.M.D. Reading, Pennsylvania University of Scranton American Student Dental Association This page is dedicated to everyone who helped me out over the years. My mom for support, my brother for keeping my reality in check, and my dad for putting up with me. My friends and relatives, because without them, I would probably get pretty bored. To all my non-cut-throat classmates for making this trip fun, especially Jen Mills who pretty much graduated half the class with her notes. And of course to all the instructors and staff for not getting too annoyed with me. It's been quite a ride, and I wouldn't have missed it for the world. 78 Binh Nguyen, D.M.D. Los Angeles, California University of California, Los Angeles American Student Dental Association 79 Franklin Thanh Nguyen, D.M.D. Riverside, California University of California, Riverside Asian American Club, American Student Dental Association I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to my family, especially my wife for encouraging me through my happinesses, pleasures and well as sadnesses. 80 Hong Ann Nguyen, D.M.D. West Chester, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University Someone once said that every adversity, every failure, and every heartache carries with it a seed of an equivalent or greater benefit. This sums up the value that we all once had experienced during the past four years of dentistry. There were sad moments, which we overcame with fear, tear, and laugh. But there were more happy moments which 1 will forever remember. 1 cannot graduate without giving thanks to people who made this journey possible. 1 would like to thank God for His blessing. Special thanks to my family for their love and sacrifices. Thank you mom for your good foods, which kept me going for the past years. This DMD is for you. Mom and Dad! To all my fellow classmates, congratulations and best of luck in your careers. Thank you for making the past four years enjoyable and memorable. 81 Peter P. Nguyen, D.M.D. West Chester, Pennsylvania Temple University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step. - Lao-Tzu Thank you Cod for the opportunity to be who I am. To my family, thank you for all the love and support so that I can be the best that I can be. To Mi mi, my wife, you have taught me about the beauty that love creates and the heaven it provides, for you are the angel who fills my moments with God-sent gifts. I love you all. GOD PUT ME ON EARTH TO ACCOMPLISH A CERTAIN NUMBER OF THINGS. RIGHT NOW I AM SO FAR BEHND, I WILL NEVER DE 82 Sean Nickens, D.M.D. Berlin, Germany Goucher College American Student Dental Association, Alpha Omega Ende Gut, alles Gut! 83 James Sang Park, D.M.D. La Miranda, California University of California, San Diego Alpha Omega, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Oral Surgery Study Club, Orthodontic Study Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society Mom, Dad and Abbey, thanks for all your suppost and encouragement. 1 know this achievement could not have been accomplished without your help and love. To my classmates. I'll leave you this quote... Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined. -Henry David Thoreau 84 Larry Paul Parker, D.M.D. Cedar City Utah Southern Utah University Endodontic Study Club, Pediatric Study Club, Alpha Omega, Oral Surgery Club Our education here was simple yet aggravating, hectic yet boring, comical yet serious, lengthy yet brief. I wish you all success, happiness, and fulfillment. In Hoc Signo Vinces. THIS SPACE FOR RENT! -Larry 85 Jenieve J. Paul, D.M.D. Boston, Massachusetts Tuskegee University Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Student National Dental Association 86 Raul A. Pereira, D.M.D. Miami, Florida University of Florida American Student Dental Association 87 Eric Christian Seidel, D.M.D. Reading, Pennsylvania Grove City College American Studdent Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society I am very glad that my years at Temple are over. Still, I feel lucky and priveleged to have spent four years with such great people at a place that has definitely changed me and made me stronger. I want to say thank you to my friends and family for supporting me. I especially would like to thank my parents, Terrence and Audrey Seidel and two other very special people. Dr. Scott Gradwell and Ms. Janet Gehres, without whose support and encouragement I wouldn't be where I am today. Ifao C tyU Mam fivuLtl 88 Kim Thu Pham.D.M.D. Burbank, California University of California, Los Angeles To my Mom and Dad- thank you for always encouraging me to work hard and to pursue my goals. Your belief in me has always made the difference. 1 love you very much. To Anh Dave, Jules, Alan, and Nicole--1 count myself as the luckiest of the lucky to have brothers and sisters such as you. I love you all. To My Friends From Back Home- It means a great deal when 3,000 miles and time only makes your friendships stronger. Thanks for everything. To my Temple Dental Friends-you were like my family away from home. Thank you for all the memories, I will cherish them forever. To the Faculty Staff- They say that if you give a man fish then you feed him for a day, but if you teach him how to fish, you feed him for a lifetime. Thank you for all that you have done for me. To my Michael John— thank you for being you. Finally, to the TUSoD Class of 2003- congratulations, I wish you all the best for the future. 89 Stephen J. Puerini, D.M.D. Cranston, Rhode Island Assumption College American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club Thanks to a great class, and most of all to my family and friends whom I love very much. 90 Mohammad I. Rana, D.M.D. Toronto, Ontario Luther College, Iowa American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club My life at Temple has shown me the power of persistence. Four long years in dental school and finally I'm graduating with a glorious future to look forward to. Tons of thanks go out to my parents and family who have given me an infinite amount of support. It's their love and guidance that has helped me achieve this great honor of being the person I am today. I would also like to convey my gratitute to all my professors and friends who have taught me many valuable lessons in life. Anyway, enough said, where's my diploma? 91 Kevin Reuss, D.M.D. Exton, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University American Student Dental Association, Delta Sigma Delta (President) in all seriousness. I'm only writing this for my mom (who is probably the only person who will read this), and I'd just like to thank her and my Dad and Sarah and Kristi for all their support through the difficult years of dental school. Thank you. 92 Jamie D. Ring, D.M.D. Denver, Colorado University of Colorado American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Oral Surgery Study Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society To my family - Karla, Red and KC: Thank you for being with me through these challenging past four years. 1 could not have achieved all that I have without your support and love. I love and cherish each of you. 93 Karla C. Ring, D.M.D. Denver, Colorado University of Colorado American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Oral Surgery Study Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society To My Loved Ones - Jamie, KC and Red Thank you for keeping me afloat along the journey of dental school. You kept me sane by making me laugh. I love you. 94 Daniel J. Rizzo, D.M.D. Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania Bucknell University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Pediatric Study Club I would like to thank my mother and father for the continuing love and support, especially my dental-phobic mother for motivating me despite her fears. 1 would also like to thank my brothers for keeping me grounded during my stay at Temple. Finally, I would like to thank Temple Dental for introducing me to so many wonderful friends and doctors. Everyone 1 have met here has made this experience far better than expected. Good luck to all my friends. 95 Marieve Rodriguez, D.M.D. Miami, Florida Florida International University American Association of Women Dentists, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Student National Dental Association 96 Steve Sampson, D.M.D. Jefferson City Missouri Pensacola Christian College Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association 97 Joan Santiago, D.M.D. Hatillo, Puerto Rico Interamerican University of Puerto Rico American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Hispanic Dental Association, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Oral Surgery Study Club Roberto Andre and Marco Andre, you are the best sons a mother can have. You were always there with your smiles. Your infinite love is now and forever will be the most important part of my life. Mami and Junior, Joey, Junito, Dona Elisa, Yeyi and Freddy, Gracias por siempre estar cerca de mi. Vicky and Jose, you have surpassed friendship you are family to me. Kevin, you were there to listen before you even knew me. 1 will never forget that. 1 have met so many wonderful people during this time, you will always be part of my good memories. I wish the best to all of you! 98 Michael J. Scamurra, D.M.D. Williamsville, New York yjfar 16 5 o PBAr ofje f mY State University of New York at Buffalo I stand here, on the shoulders of thousands, including those of my family members, friends, teachers, and countless other people who have helped me throughout my life. I thoroughly respect all the sacrifices that have been made. I want to give a special thanks to my country and all the men women who have died on its behalf defending the rights and privileges we are able to enjoy today. We truly live in the greatest nation ever created by man. I would also like to thank Kim, without whom I would not have been able to make it through. Finally, I would like to say congratulations and give my best wishes to my fellow classmates for their future success. I hope that as the years pass by, we will all remember to take a few moments from time to time to reflect on everything that has been been done for us and to truly appreciate the shoulders that we all are standing on. (AGAH THE HOHHIBLE 99 Eric Christian Seidel, D.M.D. Reading, Pennsylvania Grove City College American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society 1 am very glad that my years at Temple are over. Still, I feel lucky and priveleged to have spent four years with such great people at a place that has definitely changed me and made me stronger. I want to say thank you to my friends and family for supporting me. I especially would like to thank my parents, Terrence and Audrey Seidel and two other very special people, Dr. Scott Gradwell and Ms. Janet Gehres, without whose support and encouragement I wouldn't be where I am today. 100 Timothy Shen, D.M.D. Seattle, Washington University of Washington Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association Foremost 1 must give thanks to my God above, who has been so faithful and gracious in my life! 1 would also like to express my love and gratitude to my parents, who have always guided and supported me in everything. Lastly, I'm grateful for all the brothers, sisters and friends that have been there for me in my ups and downs; thank you for your friendship and love. Praise God ... free at last, free at last, how sweet it is to be free at last!! 101 Bhairavi P.Sheth, D.M.D. Markham, Ontario McMaster University Alpha Omega, American Association of Women Dentists, American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Pediatric Study Club (Vice-President), Stomatognathic Honor Society (Vice-President), SASDA (Class Rep), Student Council (Secretary), Yearbook To my family, thanks for your words of wisdom, encouragement and support, 1 love you very much. Geeta, thanks for sharing the laughter the tears, BF's 4 life! Sej, Op, Av Um, life isn't the same without you, 1 can't wait till we are together again! Nina, thanks for making me realize 1 can do it! V,S,T,M,M M, we have gone from MAC to grad school to engagements weddings. No babies yet please! Chet, 4 yrs 4 cars later we did it! I couldn't have done this without my Chicku Beech! 1 love U! J-Sri-Vishnu! Goodluck 2003! 102 Danielle L. Sim.D.M.D. Tacoma, Washington Pacific Lutheran University Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club My friends in dental school taught me love with compassion and patience. I wouldn't have matured this much professionally and personally without them. My dental school friends became part of my family. 1 hope we keep our friendship strong knowing that 1 will support my family and friends no matter where they are. 103 Amanda Skarbek, D.M.D. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Chestnut Hill College American Association of Women Dentists, American Student Dental Association, Yearbook Club, ZIP I spent four years prostrate to the higher mind, got my paper and I was free -Indigo Girls To my mom, dad, family and friends - thank you for believing in me when I didn't believe in myself. Jeremy, thank you for enduring the melodrama of dental school twice and for making me laugh when I wanted to cry. You are definitely more than just reg!! To my friends in the class of 2003, we came here as strangers but we leave as family. Let's always remember the good times and hopefully, one day, the bad times will cease to haunt us! 104 Chjz u K ■ Sn JlzAj Cheri Renee Smiley, D.M.D. Misawa, Japan University of California, Berkeley Alpha Omega (Treasurer), American Association of Women Dentists, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Orthodontic Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society I would like to thank my family: Mom, Dad, John and Jennie for their encouragement, love and support. Without you, I would not be the person I am today. To Lirth, you have always been there for me with your love and your shoulder to cry on. To my dental school friends: I will always remember the fun times. You were my family away from home. To the Class of 2003: we made it through 4 long years of dental school. Congratulations! 105 David A. Sopinsky, D.M.D. Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania Trenton State College American Student Dental Association, Alpha Omega, Endodontic Study Club Thank you Mom Dad, Mom Wes, Aunt Ida, Mommom, Aunt Trudy, Brian Lisette, Jordan Natalie, Jessica Brad and most of all Barri for your love and support. Barri -enjoy your retirement...you've earned it. 106 Joshua L. Stelzer, D.M.D. Allentown, Pennsylvania Syracuse University Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Fixation Basketball Team To my friends, we did it together. Thank you for helping and supporting me. 1 hope 1 have given you the same in return. To the faculty and staff, thank you for your dedication and guidance during the past four years. To my mom, dad, sister and family, thank you for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime. Your everlasting guidance, support, and love have given me the strength to survive. Thank you and I love you. Cori, my best friend, my biggest fan, my wife, and most importantly the love of my life. It has been a long journey, but we did it, you and me, together. Thank you for being the woman behind the man. I love you! 107 Sattar A. Syed, D.M.D. Media, Pennsylvania Temple University American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Student National Dental Association Congratulations to all of my classmates for their success. I thank Dr. Lisa Deem for giving me the opportunity of accomplish my dreams. Thank you Dr. Michael Pliskin for being my mentor and giving me support. My friends and family who have been there with me through all my trials and tribulations I cannot thank you guys enough. Appu I am eternally thankful for all the sacrifices you have made for me and for being the cornerstone of my strength and determination. Mom thank you for making sure that I eat right every day. Dad 1 am taking the best thing from u - thank you. 108 Kathleen Tantuco, D.M.D. Toronto, Canada University of Toronto Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, American Association of Women Dentists, Endodontic Study Club I would like to take this opportunity to thank my family especially my grandparents for their words of support and generosity. The faculty, support staff and friends have helped me to realize that I am able to do anything with hard work and determination. Thank you. To my friends, I just want to thank you for your friendship, encouragement and support. You all have made my dental school experience a memorable one. Friends like you guys are one in a million. Keep in touch! 109 Matthew J.Tobkin.D.M.D. Sisseton, South Dakota Eastern New Mexico University American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Oral Surgery Study Club, Stomatognathic Honor Society, ZIP, Haitian Health Foundation First and foremost, I would like to extend my thanks to all my family for their support and to all the people who helped me get to this point. In addition, I would like to thank the faculty of Temple Dental for giving me the foundation to becoming an expert practitioner. I want to wish all my friends and classmates the best always! And last and certainly no where near the least, I cannot put into words how appreciative I am to have someone as special as you, Erin, in my life! no Jordan H.Q. Tran, D.M.D Garden Grove, California University of California, Irvine American Student Dental Association, Oral Surgery Honor Society First of all, I would like to thank my family for their support and guidance. 1 share this degree with each and every one of you because I wouldn't have made it without your love and sacrifices. To my aunt Theresa, thank you for everything that you have done for me. I wouldn't be where 1 am today had it not been for your help. To my girlfriend, Hong, thank you for being in my life and making these last four years the most exciting years of my life. To the staff and faculty at Temple, thank you for all your help and valuable teaching. To my classmates, thank you for being such wonderful friends, and I wish you all the best of luck in the future. Most importantly, I would like to thank God for all His blessing and a wonderful life. 1 1 1 Kim Tran, D.M.D. Ambler, Pennsylvania University of the Sciences in Philadelphia Alpha Omega, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club A special thanks to my family and friends for their support during this incredible experience. Remember the past, live in the present, and dream of the future. 112 Nikki T.N.T. Tran, D.M.D New Orleans, Louisiana Tulane and Xavier Universities American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Alpha Omega, American Association of Women Dentists, Pediatric Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society, Stomatognathic Honor Society Thank you to all the wonderful people who have enriched my dental school experience and touched my life in some way. To my precious family, I love you all very much, Mom, Dad, Loan, Kha, Tho. To my instructors, I am forever grateful you've imparted your knowledge to me. My dear and true friends, thanks for sharing in good times and bad, standing by my side...Chippy, you have brought me so much laughter. Thank you for being my best friend. 1 wish you all success, luck and happiness!! 113 Philip W. Vance, Jr., D.M.D. Portland, Maine Muhlenberg College American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, TUSoD Soccer Team, TUSoD Softball Team Graduating dental school is like doing a shot of Tequila. You're initially excited at the thought of it. Instantly annoyed with the vile taste it puts in your mouth. Eventually disgusted because it makes you throw up. And finally, extremely angered because some guy wants you to pay for it. But in the end you do take your high with you and that's what matters. Thank you mom, dad, Melissa, and especially Nikki, for getting me through this awful bender. -Inmate 475 114 Michael C.Verber, D.M.D Camp Hil, Pennsylvania Dickinson College Student Council (President), Delta Sigma Delta, Oral Fixation Baskeball Club. ASDA (Legislative Liason), Oral Surgery Honor Society. Oral Surgery Study Club. TUSoD Softball Thank you. Mom. for your dedication, your unconditional love, and your laughter. Dad, for your inspiration, guidance, and all your stories. Mark, for your friendship and loyally. Matt, for your challenges and insight. Aunt Lover, for your spirit. For so much motivation, compassion, and support, thank you Deanna. My friends and classmates, thanks for making the good times great and making the hard times even better. 115 Lan Thanh Vo, D.M.D. Santa Ana California University of California, Irvine American Association of Women Dentists, American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club. As luck and fate would have it, the idea of going to TUSoD came to me during my first visit to Philadelphia. Being here the last several years, 1 have met so many people and learned so many new things. They have become a part of me now and forever. I am blessed to have such great friends like Sean, Kathleen, Meloy, Joan and others. I would like to thank all my professors, staff and patients at Temple. I give endless thanks to my family. Mom and Dad, you are the reasons for me to try my best every time. 116 Chetna Wadhwa, D.M.D Toronto, Ontario UWAmrx- University of Toronto Alpha Omega,American Associaton of Women Dentists (Treasurer), American Student Dental Association, Endodontics Study Club, Pediatric Study Club, South Asian Student Dental Association, Yearbook I would like to thank my mom and dad for their love, strength, continuous support and words of encouragement. Anu, Didi and Jij, you guys are the best role models a little sister could ask for. Nina, Gina and the rest of my friends and family, thanks for always brightening up my day! Chicoo beech, thanks for being a tard with me these past four years! To my fellow classmates, 1 am so happy we got through this and 1 wish you the best of luck. Thanks for the friendships, memories and the daily Canadian wise cracks! For the last time Canada is not the 51st state!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 117 Benjamin C. Wang, D.M.D. Hshin Chu, Taiwan University of California, Davis American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club. Another turning point a fork stuck in the pond. Directs you where to go, so make the best of this task and don't ask why. Through what it's worth, it was worth all the while. It's something unpredictable but in the end that's right, I hope you had the time of your life -Green Day Thanks for all of you who stuck by me through thick and thin. WE MADE IT! WamA' 118 Scott Thomas Whitener, D.M.D. Mesa Arizona Arizona State University American Student Dental Association, Endodontic Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society. I want to thank Temple for providing me the opportunity to gain my dental education. I have truly enjoyed the four years I have spent here in Philadelphia. I want to express my love and thanks to my wife, Venessa, for all the support and friendship she has given me. 1 couldn't ask for a more beautiful or loving wife. Long live J row! See you all in Arizona. 119 David Wielechowski, D.M.D. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh American Student Dental Association, Delta Sigma Delta, Asian American Club To my family and friends, for all the ways I could have gone wrong, you made sure I stayed right. Mom and Dad, you have always encouraged me to reach new heights. Thank you to the class of 2003. When this place beat me down, you saw to it that I stood tall. 120 Kerry M. Winkel, D.M.D. Richfield, Utah Southern Utah University American Student Dental Association 1 would like to thank my family, especially my wife, for letting me golf so much these last four years. I also want to tell Cami, Braylon and Baylee that 1 love them and appreciate all they have done for me. Good luck to all of 2003! 121 Keith G. Wyckoff, D.M.D. Wenonah, New Jersey Franklin and Marshall College American Student Dental Association, Oral Surgery Study Club, Oral Surgery Honor Society (Treasurer), Stomatognathic Honor Society They told us the four years would fly by and they did. Who knew the days, weeks and months would drag on? With the help of dedicated dentists and surgeons, we've come a long way from drilling plastic teeth on J-row. The friendships I've made have been the key to survival. I'm grateful for Kerri, who always sees the silver lining and patiently shows me. 1 am blessed with great parents, who are my advisors, mentors and friends. Any success is due to their support. To the Class of 2003, if we weren't all crazy, we'd all go insane! 122 Andrew Y. Yang, D.M.D. Huntington Beach, California University of Notre Dame American Student Dental Association, Asian American Club, Endodontic Study Club, Pediatric Study Club 1 would like to thank my parents and family for all their support over the years. Thanks also to the faculty for instilling the foundation of knowledge for such an exciting career to come. 1 want to give a shout out to J row -you guys made those first two years a lot of fun, even though 1 almost shot a teacher's eye out. Thanks to all my friends for the good times, great memories, and lifelong friendships that we established. I '11 never forget what a senior once told me before I entered clinic— for every good day you have in clinic, there will be ten bad days. Yeah we got beat up pretty bad around here, but 1 like to look at it as a learning experience that I am glad to have been part of and accomplished. --Do what you love, love what you do,,;— 123 Diana G. Young, D.M.D. North Hollywood, California University of California. Los Angeles After a seemingly endless career as a student. I'm coming face to face with the biggest test of my life--the real world. To all who gave their love and encouragement to get me where 1 am today, 1 owe a debt of gratitude. To mv family—thanks for always being there, even when being there means 6am wake-up calls on Saturday- To my friends-thanks for all your support, the laughter, road trips, California roll egg roll spring roll parties, and for making this my home away from home. To Dr. Schlossberg-thanks for always having faith, and for sharing your wisdom, books on tape, and paperback novels, which kept me busy when I should have been busy doing other things. To Dr. Monasky—thanks for insisting three hours was enough, even when 1 didn't know what I was doing. Thanks everyone for making the journey worthwhile. Best wishes to all. 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 LSI 132 Every class has their own unique spirit, yet they're still the same. Watching you grow from freshmen to sophomores to juniors is like watching our own progression through school. You remind us of who we once were, and encourage us to continue in pursuit of our dreams. Thank you. 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Karriem Thurman Stacy Coleman Joanna Jaminska Mario Pary Peter Truong Dustin Craven Kimberly Jefferson Sharli Patel Jennifer Udis James Cullen Prashant Kaushik Tarun Patel Valeria Valdez Marie Cullen Melanie Kessler Abigale Patterson Vu Vo Rachel DeBarros Farah Khan Boyd Patummas April Walker Upinder Dhillon Tae-Soo Kim Justin Phillip James Ward Ryan Dunn Kris Kotsay Anthony Rao Travis Whiteley Joseph Eckman Michael Latourelle Frank Repscher Enrique Wismann Erne Ekanem Thien Le Sare Rhodes Henry Yu Steven El-Khal Sigmund Lee Jaime Rivera Cheng Zhu Peter Feibish Apolonio Lirio Lonnie Rodgers Lilly Zou Jeffrey Felzer Spencer Luth Anna Rossis Todd Fleischman Linda Ma Maryam Sarrafzadeh 134 135 CLASS ?ons Ejlal Malawi Andrew Dormeshian Young Kim Elvis Reyes Sharmeen Ali Matha Egeland Trevor Knowles Otto Rohner Pedro Alquizar Clark Elkins Pavandepp Kooner Bryan Ruda Hajira Amjad Christopher Esposito Myochul Kwon Daniel Runkle Rochelle Andrews Jassica Falk Ayan lawson Judith Samselski Michael Baldino Michael Farr David Lewis Thomas Sardina Michael Balthaser Michael Flannery Inez Lopez Anthony Skiadas Christopher Baran Marjorie Farcia Jonathan Lubeck Sonya Smereczynzky Robert Bayley Danielle Garber Nitin Malhotra Geeta Soni Zachary Bergeson Kimberly Ghali lla Mankad Tharwat Sorour Brendan Blymire Jared Gianquinto Michaela McCormick Shea Stevens Alegra Borneman Janele Gibson Francis Mecadon Kaja Styczynska Gabriella Bors Matthew Gray Timothy Medianick Katarzyna Suberska Keya Boykin Keith Gressell Erik Mendelsohn Selvana Suroor Ryan Buehner Christine Gruver-Burton Damian Milillo Mary Katherine Szejner Geoffrey Caligan Ivory Hancock Viktor Mok Jason Tennison Kasey Call George hanna Stephen Molinaro AmorTiburcio David Celello Greg Harr Brian Morris John Todd Moon Chan Cha Michael Hatcher Christopher Nguyen Joseph Torres Mihee Chang Gregory Heideman Christian Nunez Tyler Twiss Man Van Eric Higgins Bethany Oaks Charles Van Meter Chau Calandria Hiller Casey Osterhout Inna Vaynblat Ruth Chau Dianne Hogan-Thrower Matthew Palermo Elizabeth Wagner Corey Chmil Christopher Hornack Joung Park Kanika Walker Woojae Chong Nicholas Ives Nishit Patel Patricia Wardius Joshua Christman Julia Jackson Azure Pelberg Jillian Weinstein Anthony Corral Matthew Johnston David Perizzolo Christopher West Kenneth D’Annibale Elizabeth Joseph Lisa Perrotta Nathan Weyerman Isaac Datiakshvili Aparna Kanneganti Scott Petersen Lydia Wigglesworth Natalie DeBarros Daniel Keating Royce Peterson Timothy Yu Mohammad Dehyar Brian SuengGin Kim Kristine Quinto Melissa Dingle Peter Min Kim Steve Ray 136 137 CLASS__2006 Jameel Aftab Ruth Cuellar Yuling Liang Jerome Rinaldi David Akkara Ryan Cunningham Serena Lin Abel Riojas Jon Albrechtsen Renie Daniel Ryan Linn Jennifer Risley Bradley Alvarez Katie Duong Pouyan Paul Maany Aaron Roan Mark Armanious Nga Anh Duong Justin Martone Timothy Roenigk Ahmed Badawy Joseph Dutner Alan McCaffrey Lawrence Romney Paul Bahn III Melineh Ebrahimian Shawn McGinley Arelis Ruiz Amit Bhakta Nuri Eraydin Hilary Mclnally Raymond Samaroo Vihar Bhakta Anne Eunson Ashley McKinney Jarom Sauble Christine Biondi Christopher Fahrney Jared Matthew Merin Angela Schmoyer Brian Bishop Andrea Famish Sean Moriarty Maqsood Serang Farid Blanco Joan Manuel Flores Erik Ney Neal Shah James Boudreau Juan Carlos Flores Duyen Ngo Shahram Shamloo Jason Bresler Kenneth Foster, Jr Bichson Le Nguyen Ali Reza Shayan-Zakaria Justin Lee Burns Susan Fox Vu Nguyen Katerina Sioutis Mark Cannon Megan Fulcher Geoffrey Nolt Ashley Clarence Smith Michael Cari Jennifer Garzia Phillip Peter Olsen Michael Sock Christina Caruso Kesi Gaskin John Pagana Christine Stinton Jerome Cerdan Andrew Giesa Patrick Pagana Trevor Strupp Jenn-Hwan Chen Karsten Grinderslev Amish Patel Vu Thai Faria Chohan Robert Helder Amita Patel Ian Stuart Thomas Daniel Choi Rhasheda Henley Ryan Daniel Pensyl Andrew Tong Jane Choung Cara Hernas Tara Pette Ya-TingTsai Brian Chudleigh Nghia Ho Michelle Pinoes Alvaro Virgen Lisa Ciabattoni John Huynh Jonathan Pong Colynda Vu Shawn Colbert Gary Ryan Johnson Stephanie Potter Cameron Wagner Eric Copes Yohan Kim Lukas Pytlik Jelani Winslow William Costello III Jennifer Lee Koch Michael Raffo Amy Yalch Joshua Courtright Luis Thomas Craig Raymond Cros Phuong Le Erica Lesniak Margery Lewis Amita Rastogi David Randal Ray Verne Reed Chong Kenneth Ye 138 139 Senior Superlatives Scariest Trio: Andy Yang, Rich Gross, and Kai Hahn Happiest: GiGi De Simone Angriest: Jon “Blue Lou” Louick Least Likely to be Declawed: Lisa Lantzy Best Performance by a Jewish Redneck: Dr. Wayne Reid Most Supportive: Joan Santiago Most Likely to be Compensating With a Big Cart: Dick Gesker Most Likely to Ask a Question at His Own Funeral: Dan Bekish 140 Worst House Guest: Amanda Skarbek Best Beauty Sleep: Dr. Fielding Worst Defense Most Likely to Live in Tom Kuon’s Basement: Dave W Mormon Most Likely to be Known as “Captain Morgan : James Drake Least Likely to Succeed as a Cocktail Waitress: Michael Verber Most Likely to be Known as “Smoky : Mike Faktor „ . A . . „ , Most Likely to Succeed: The Monkey Best Nude Academic Performance: Rich Gross 141 ANNO! INCF.MFNTS Marriages John Lignelli married to Amy Widerman, August 5, 2000 Jamie Ring married to Karla Galvadon, October 26, 2000 Steve Altomari married to Sarah Lynn Forsythe. June 2, 2001 Pat Arnold married to Leigh, December 2001 Aziza Askari married Mir Mohsin Ali Razvi, July 5, 2002 Josh Stelzer married to Cori, August 10, 2002 Shawn Davis married to Caroll J Hernandez, August 24, 2002 Tony Mennito married to Sarah Harper, May 17, 2003 Births Esther, to Bill Chen and Lily Yu, November 14, 2000 Jessica, to Hanshin and Yoojin Cho, December 26, 2000 Konner, to Paul and Jenny Larsen, April 2001 Gillian Pearl, to JD and Jennifer Drake, September 5. 2001 Elizabeth Jayne, to Mr. Mrs. Brian Kovanda, October 19, 2001 Colby, To Mr. Mrs. Stan Clark, February 9, 2002 Jennifer, to Hangshin and Yoojin Cho. June 17, 2002 A daughter, to Shawn and Sarah Magelsen, June 21,2002 Paige, to Dan and Jen Bekish. October 17, 2002 Baylee, to Kerry and Cami Winkel, November 7, 2002 Hailey, to Pat and Leigh Arnold, February 7, 2003 Kaisley, to Paul and Jenny Larsen, March 2003 Zane Francis, to Scott and Vanessa Whitener, May 2003 On the Way... Mr. Mrs. Stephen Sampson are expecting a baby due August 27, 2003 Charles Esposito is engaged to marry Temple Dental Grad Constance Lee Sedon on October 3, 2003 142 143 GUESS WHO? Kim Pham M.Scamurra Lisa Lantzy Ben Halton Tracy Dao S. Puerini Mike F'oran Jill Carre J. Stelzer S.Whitener J.D. Drake M. Katsaros 144 Andy Yang G. Cerdan M. Verber S. Sampson Bill Alii K.Tamucco Kai Hahn Tim Shcn A. Skarbek M. Tobkin C. Wadhwa Nikki Tran 145 GUESS WHO ? Cheri Smiley Richard Gross Diana Young Jen Mills G. De Simone C. Esposito Liz Lee Steve Altomari Alex Bartoletti Marc Moyer Mike Mansouri Bhairavi Sheth 146 Kara Lemmon Veronica Lopez Keith Wyckoff Richard Gesker Ben Wang Kevin Reuss Judy Lim Brian Dufner Phillip Vance J. Bramlette A. Mennito C. Hernandez 147 148 We would like to thank the faculty for guiding us and teaching us, nudging us along the right path when we came across a fork in the road and didn’t know which way to go. It is from you where we learned the tools of our profession and to you to which we attribute our success. ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL PATHOLOGY, MEDICINE AND SURGERY 150 Dr. Stanton Braid Dr. Robert J. Braun Dr. Gary Lee Conover Dr. James A. Craig Dr. Bernard Feinstein Dr. Peter J. Giannini Dr. Andrea Haber-Cohen Dr. Tamara Ewell Jackson Dr. George Michael Koumaras Dr. Loven Litchmore Dr. Laurie A. MacPhail Dr. Wayne D. Reid Dr. Bernard N. Rothman Dr. Jie Yang Mr. Ben McNeil Ms. Danika Milillo Ms. Teresa Denny Ms. Rita Schlecker Ms. Rita Lee Ms. Charlotte Murphy Ms. Deborah Washington Ms. Annie Hall Ms. Lisa Hamilton Ms. Valerie Johnson ORTHODONTICS ENDODONTOLOGY Dr. John Esposito Dr. Wanda Gordon Dr. Ada Lucia Greenfield Dr. Roni Nissan Dr. Omar David Porras Dr. Roy Harris Stevens Dr. Cemil Yesilsoy Ms. Kay Schickling 152 PEDODONTICS Dr. Enrique Acosta Dr. David Bresler Dr. Wanda J. Janik Dr. Edith Kathryn Jones Dr. Erik Matthew Scheifele Dr. Mahnaz Shahinfar Dr. Angela M. Stout Dr. Kourrosh Zarrinnia Ms. Kimberly Lockhart Ms. Deborah Brown Ms. Gelsie Cipriano Ms. Debbie Griffin 153 PERIODONTOLOGY 154 Dr. Jasim M. Albandar Dr. Scott W. Garrison Dr. Howard B. Gross Dr. Thomas Edwin Rams Dr. Leslie Salkin Dr. Allan Schlossberg Dr. Claire Shaw Ms. Ethel Perkins Ms. Janice Wolfe Ms. Theresa Wyszynski Ms.Teaka Peele RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY Dr. David Appleby Dr. Juan E. Arocho Dr. Mohamed Bassiouny Dr. Meredith C. Bogert Dr. Daniel Boston Dr. Eric S. Cantor Dr. Hank Z. Cutler Dr. Thomas Deem Dr. Hugh Devlin Dr. Juan Ignacio Espinoza Dr. Anne Facchiano Dr. John Paul Friel Jr. 155 Dr. Glenn P. Goodhart 156 Dr. Carl J. Harrison Dr. Theodore L. Hill Dr. Jack R. Hollingsworth Dr. Aldan J. Lori Dr. Larry Dennis Love Dr. Mark Meraner Dr. George Monasky Dr. Axel Ramke Dr. Jonathan E. Rothbart Dr. Frank Sammartino Jr. Dr. Neha Shah Dr. June Sisson Dr. Jeannette K. Song Dr. Louis Tarnoff Dr. Herbert W. Weinstein Dr. Allan G. Weisberg Dr. Sheldon Winkler Dr. Robert Wood Dr. William Woody Dr. Klara Alperstein Dr. Sarah Gray Dr. Henry C. Hurwitz Dr. Samuel E. Lippincott Dr. Linda J. Thornton Dr. Ralph Domanico Dr. Joseph O. Nasife I Ms. Elease Garlick Ms. Rosa Brown , Ms. Lorraine Daniels 157 SOBLE LAB 158 Mr. John Lanza Mr. John Butler Mr. Gus Krebs PORCELAIN LAB Ms. Camilla Butler Ms. Marge McMahon BUSINESS OFFICE Ms. Deborah Ricks Ms. Jean Davis Ms. Michele Garofalo Ms. Lucille Goodwin Ms. Mthandi Burton Ms. Linda Maple Mr. Phillip Randolph Ms. Francine McGarrah ACADEMIC AMD CLINICAL AFFAIRS Ms. Johnnie Wells-DuBois Ms. Marge Gray Ms. Phyllis Schuler Dr. Leona Sperrazza Ms. Tamara Thompson Ms. Brenda MeBane Ms. Gwen Brooks Ms. Denise Morton Ms. Marlene Greene Ms. Loura Russell Ms. Doreen Martin Ms. Tanya Belle CASHIERS Ms. Laureen Small 159 Ms. Karen Hardy CAMERA SHY DENTAL INFORMATICS Dr. Ronald D. Bushick Dr. Ivonne Ganem Dr. Karina Hariton Dr. Jeffrey Perry PEDODONTICS Dr. Deanna Dudenbostel ENDODONTOLOGY Dr. Edward Abrams Dr. Oscar Bolanos Dr. Gregory J. Dearing Dr. Brian N. Frey Dr. Larry Koren Dr. Paul Krasner Dr. Daniel R. Kreshtool Dr. Gary Morreale Dr. Henry Rankow Dr. Rebecca J. Silver Dr. Bruce R. Terry ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL PATHOLOGY, MEDICINE AND SURGERY_______________ Dr. Oscar Arevalo Dr. Francisco Banchs Dr. Jorge L. Blanco Dr. Bruce J. Cutilli Dr. Lisa Deem Dr. Allen Fielding Dr. Maria Fornatora Dr. Herta Graham Ms. Lorraine Hollett Dr. Martin H. Horvitz Dr. Louis A. Huy Dr. Gary Jones Dr. Michael J. Land Dr. Blair I. Losee Dr. Ivan Lugo Dr. Thomas A. Marino Dr. Nagamani Narayana Dr. Elie-Georges Noujain Dr. Indira Paharia Dr. Herbert Rosen Dr. Brian M. Smith Dr. Alan M. Stark Dr. Steven Turner Dr. Michael J.Wahl Dr. Patrick Wahl RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY Dr. Kenneth G. Boberick Dr. Ernest J. Dellheim Dr. Robert William Frare Dr. Raymond Hancock Dr. Jeffrey S. Harris Dr. Young Soo Jang Dr. Edward A. Marcus Dr. Harold F. Morris Dr. John B. Nase Dr. Manoj Patel Dr. Salvatore A. Pera Dr. Richard Morey Ram Dr. William Rieger Dr. Robert J.Tisot Dr. Sonia Vargas Dr. Eugene Whitaker Dr. Gordon Zayon ORTHODONTICS Dr. Richard Albright Dr. Alan J. Borislow Dr. Robert James Bray Dr. Joseph Michael Brogan Dr. Glenn A. Burkland Dr. Matthew J. Coats Dr. Ali Sayed Husain Dr. Gerald Jacobson Dr. Richard A. Kaye Dr. Rosario F. Mayro Dr. Mark J. Mele Dr. Hyun-Duck Nah-Cederquist Dr. Elizabeth Boss Spannhake Dr. Orhan C.Tuncay Dr. G. Robert VanSciver Dr. William A. Viechnicki Dr. Gary Wiser PERIODONTICS Dr. Burton Balkin Dr. Michelle Broder Dr. Belinda A. Brown Dr. Michael J. Danesh-Meyer Dr. Jeff Doblin Dr. Paul H. Keyes Dr. Lawrence R. Page Ms. Beth Patton Dr. Richard Shanaman Dr. Cristiano Susin Dr. Dinesh Tewari Dr. Manorama Tewari Dr. James Torosian Dr. Richard C. Weiss Dr. Ulf M. E. Wikesjo Dr. Michael Zampelli 160 161 Dental school isn’t just lab work and books. The various organizations, fraternities and recreational sports teams promoted socialization as well. After school activities and Lunch- -Learns provided the opportunity to relax, eat, and have a blast-courtesy of someone else, of course! 162 Alpha Omega President: Jennifer Mackey Vice President: George Hannah Treasurer: Cheri Smiley Secretary: Gianna De Simone AAWD President: Beth Abel Vice President: Jill Carre Treasurer: Chetna Wadhwa Secretary: Judy Lim Asian American President: Prashant Kaushik Vice President: Selvana Suroor Treasurer: Max Almodovar Secretary: Rob Gil 163 Delta Sigma Delta President: Patrick Owen Vice President: Keith Gressell Treasurer: Ryan Beuhner Secretary: Nick Ives Endodontic Study Club President: Bill Alti Vice President: Arianny Arocha Treasurer: Kathleen Tantuco Secretary: Michael Scamurra Oral Surgery Honor Society President: T. K. Draper Vice President: John Lignelli Treasurer: Keith Wyckoff Secretary: Angelique Aarabi 164 Oral Surgery Study Club President: John Lignelli Vice President: T.K Draper Treasurer: Lisa Lantzy Secretary: Beth Abel Orthodontic Study Club President: Prashant Kaushik Vice President: Chris West Treasurer: Fran Mecadon Secretary: Nitin Malhotra Pedodontic Study Club President: Judy Lim Vice President: Bhairavi Sheth Treasurer: Joshua Bresler Secretary: Paul Bahn 165 Stomatognathic Society President: Matthew Tobkin Vice President: Bhairavi Sheth Treasurer: Joshua Bresler HDA President: Rob Gil Vice President: Max Almodovar Treasurer: Joy Graves Secretary: Marysol Iniquez SASDA President: Advait Shah Vice President: Chetna Wadhwa Treasurer: Faria Chouhan Secretary: Prashant Kaushik 166 ZIP President: Matthew Tobkin Vice President: Sigmund Lee Treasurer: Amanda Taba Secretary: Alexandria Hammond Class Officers 2003 President: Benjamin Halton Vice President: Jennifer Mills Treasurer: Lisa Lantzy Secretary: Bhairavi Sheth Class Representative: James Drake Student Council President: Michael Verber Vice President: Joy Graves Treasurer: Mary Guzek Secretary: Janelle Gibson 167 TUSOD Soccer 168 ASDA HAITI Oral Fixation Basketball 169 o 171 172 173 174 175 Jennifer Lynn Mills D.M.D. This is for you, Jennifer, to acknowledge your dedication, determination and resolve in all things. We are in awe of your successes and awards, and are proud of all you have accomplished. Most importantly, though, we love you for who you are. Mom, Dad Nellie 176 Congratulations Dr. Matthew J.Tobkin, DMD You have been perfect since the day you were born. An absolute happy and content baby; a darling cherub toddler; a studious but energetic schoolboy. Throughout high school you developed your leadership skills and became Student Body President, captain of the team in three sports, all-state chorus, jazz band, and graduated as Valedic-tonan. During all this, Matthew, you remained true to your morals, values, and Christianity. It was important for you to be respected by your peers and your teachers. You were and still are. College at UMM and ENMU brought new friends and new challenges. You always kept your dream of becoming a dentist. You studied hard and graduated at the top of your class. Temple University - how prestigious. So far away from us all. So alone in such a big city. How I worried about you! Silly me. Out of all 24 years of your life, you had never caused me a day of worry. How many mothers can say that? Now you are about to fulfill your dream of becoming a dentist. Your hard work and dedication cannot be surpassed. I am so proud of you. Matt, and I love you totally - Mom John Lignelli- CONGRATULATIONS Your hard work and efforts have paid off To our courageous daughter and we are so proud of you. We never doubted Dr. Amanda Skarbek you. only fools would. You are truly an inspiration. Congratulations and good You are the wind beneath our wings. luck on your next adventure. Love, Love, Mom Dad Amy, Mom, Dad, Joanna, Juli, Mom Dad W. and Lindsey 177 Dear Chetna, 178 You’ve come a long wav baby! Love Mom, Dad, Anu, Didi and Jij. The Tradition Continues... Heartfelt Congratulations to Joshua A. Bresler D.M.D. Our hearts are full of pride...and your future patients are so fortunate as you raise your own generation of kids looking forward to going to the dentist! Congratulations to the new Doc Bresler! Love Always, Mom, Dad, Rachel, Jason, Grandparents and the kitty cats! 180 REMEMBER THESE THINGS Always keep your many interests... they will keep you constantly occupied. Always keep your positive outlook... it will give you the ability to succeed in meeting your goals. Always keep your excitement about whatever you do... it will help you to have fun. Always keep your sense of humor... it will allow you to make mistakes and learn from them. Always keep your confidence... it will allow you to take risks and not be afraid of failure. Always keep your sensitivity... it will help you to understand and do something about the injustices in the world. As you continue to grow in your own unique, wonderful way - always remember that we are more proud of you than ever before and feel truly blessed to call you our daughter. Congratulations, Jessica... We love you with all our hearts... Stay forever young... MOM, DAD, KEITH and DESIREE XOXO “ You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. Your on your own.and you know what you know. And you will be the guy who'll decide where you'll go. Oh the places you’ll go.n -Dr. Suess To the Class of 2003: Congratulations! Eric S. Cantor. DDS Department of Restorative Dentistry Dear Veronica, A woman is like a tea bag. you never know her strength until you put her in hot water. Time and time again you have demonstrated your own strength and determination. You have made us incredibly proud of the person you have become. Congratulations on all your accomplishments. May you continue to shine! Mom, Dad, Luisa and Rick 181 Brian K. Dufner Things we remember.... Challenging the possible, Intellectually and athletically. Motion. A song on your lips. A smile on your face. A sunny outlook. Sunshine in our lives. Thank you for the person you have become. We are proud of you and your accomplishments. We’ve enjoyed the ride and look forward to the future Love,Mom, Dad, Stephanie and Lance 182 Lisa A. Lantzy, D.M.D. Congratulations! We are so proud of your achievement! Love Smiles Always, Mom, Dad, Laura, Ronna. Olivia Winifred too! RS. Now you really can Sing to your patients! P.S.S. Guess Dad’s “Farmer speech worked after all!! 183 Congratulations Andrew Yang, D.M.D. We are very proud of your accomplishments. How nice that we have a dentist in our family! Love, Dad, Mom and Eric Congratulations Dr.Thomas Albert Markle II Class of 2003 With Love, Pride, and Best Wishes On Your Graduation Dad. Mom. Terry, and Michele Michael G. Katsaros, D.M.D. Music to our ears! All the hard work and sleepless nights have finally paid off. We wish you the very best in all you do. You will succeed because of your determination and patience. God bless you. Love, Mom, Dad, Steph, Jenna and Turkey Promises are Promises... Kahlua Cake Recipe 1 box yellow cake mix (no pudding in mix) 1 small box instant chocolate pudding 1 cup oil 3 4 cup water 1 4 cup Kahlua 1 4 cup Vodka 1 2 cup sugar 4 eggs Mix all ingredients together with mixer for 4 minutes. Bake in greased Bundt pan for 55-60 min. in preheated 350 oven. Remove from oven and cool. When still warm, remove from pan and poke holes in cake. Drizzle glaze on cake Glaze: 1 4 cup Kahlua 1 2 cup powdered sugar Mix ingredients with electric mixer to avoid lumps. Enjoy!! -Amanda 184 W can Sma jajb Jtt64£ jt aver 185 THE Faculty and staff OF I THE DIVISION of pediatric DENTISTRY C pJ t. ■%, ,.0 V- eil«r© fcoarosh 2af Wi ©ox Congratulations; anb pest T tSfjeS it pr Marc T. Moyer fejjj and The Class of 2003 teiiL For all your accomplishments, we congratulate you. For all the joy you have brought to our lives, we thank you. w $£ Love, m iftfom, (Daftand:Cdfc iaef m 4H 31 M 31 186 Congratulations! We are all so proud of what you have accomplished! Your curiosity for learning has made you a great student and a wonderful son, husband, and father. If only everyone could have someone like you in their lives, what a better place this would be! I don't know what to say except We love you and that seems so inadequate. Thank you for being what you are and for bringing so much joy into our lives! Dr. Larry Parker doesn't that sound great? All our love to you, Shannon, Jordan, Mom, Dad, Cindy, Rich, Jonathon, James, Sara, Cary, Kathy, Trevor, Nichole, Chandler, Ashley, Brant, Rory, Grandma Frieda, and Grandma Ruby ONGRATULATfOyy Greatness is not in where we stand, but in what direction we are moving. We must saii sometimes with the wind and sometimes against it—but we must, and not drift, nor lie at anchor. —Oliver Wendell Holmes Judith and Bizhan Aarabi 187 Congra tula dons and Best Wishes for a long happy and productive career in dentistry! to the Graduating Class of 2003 from the members of Omicron Kappa Upsilon Kappa Kappa Chapter Dentistry’s National Honor Society Faculty Klara A perstein, David Appelby, Mohammed Bassiouny, Russel Bleiler, Merry Bogert, Daniel Boston, Robert Braun, Gary Conover, fames Craig Lisa Deem, Thomas Deem, Ralph Domanico, Jack Esposito, Allen Fielding Maria Fomatora, Sally Gray, Andrea Haber-Cohen, Jack Hollingsworth (president-elect), Larry Koren, Larry Love, Laurie MacPhail, Mark Meraner (president), Jeffry Novack, Jeffrey Perry William Rieger, Frank Sammartino, Erik Scheifele, Allan Schlossberg June Sisson (secretary-treasurer), Angela Stout, Martin Tansy, Louis Tamoff, Gene Whitaker, Sheldon Winkler, Cemil Yesisloy and Kourosh Zarrinnia (vice president) 188 Wanda’s Supper Club Thanks for all the Thursdays!! The Yearbook Committee would like to give special thanks to all those who helped with the production of this yearbook... To Susan Howell, thank you for putting time aside to assist us. for taking photographs for us and for giving us advice on how to accomplish our task. To our classmates Kim Tran. Kai Hahn. Dan Bekish. Beth Abel, Joan Santiago, Gianna DeSimone. Ben Halton, Paul Larsen and Ty Corbridge (and anyone else we forgot!) thanks for loaning us your precious photographs. This book would be full of blank pages if not for you! To TUSoD Student Council, thank you for sharing your office and your computer with us. We hope we weren’t in the way too often and that we never left too much of a mess! To the entire Class of 2003, for not killing us even though we bugged, stalked and harrassed you for information and photos. To Rob Buscaglia. our respresentative from Cooke Publishing Company, thanks for answering all of our questions and being available whenever we needed you. It must have been difficult putting up with 7 uptight and stressed-out dental students! And finally, we would like to extend our congratulations to our extremely photophobic classmates, Anil Chowdhary and Sharon Lindo. 189 190 191 r Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you’ve imagined. - Henry David Thoreau Congratulations Class of 2003 ') Hi 4 3T;: :, 1 )N) VEESTJY SCHOOL OP 1 )ENT)S1 RY