Medical Team International's Mobile Dental Program needs your help. This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to your community and profession through a reputable organization. Dental Connections is donating its resources free of charge to assist St. Francis Hospital in finding qualified volunteers. Please read on for more details.
Who:
We are looking for dentists and hygienists with a current
state license to practice their profession and a desire to share their time and
skills with those in need. We are also
looking for dental assistants.
For retired dentists and hygienists, the State of Washington Department of
Health’s Volunteer/Retired Providers Program will cover your malpractice
insurance premiums and dental license renewal fees. Up to 7 hours of continuing education credit annually is available for
program volunteers.
What:
Provide free dental care to low-income individuals with
urgent needs and no access to dental care. Volunteers make professional
practice decisions regarding diagnosis and treatment based upon basic “standard
of care” guidelines and individual procedure preferences.
When:
Commit to one day a month, quarter or year.
Where:
St. Francis
Hospital in Federal Way. Our mobile dental clinic is held in a 38-foot converted
Winnebago motor home, which is outfitted with up-to-date dental equipment and
instruments.
Why:
More than 2 million children and adults in the Pacific
Northwest live below federal poverty levels. These families cannot
afford basic dental care. Many more families earn too much to receive welfare,
but too little to afford the escalating cost of insurance or dental care. Their
dental needs go untreated and grow into severe conditions. Often these
conditions affect sleep, nourishment and daily function.
Please contact Ryan Downing at Dental Connections for more information.