Note From a Colleague

I am not well liked by some segments of the local dental community. It doesn't matter that they have never met me, attended my lectures or seen my work. Many dentists don't like it when another dentist becomes nationally recognized for his or her quality dentistry. Even most dentists believe that "ALL DENTISTS ARE THE SAME."

On the other hand, many of the dentists that do know me and have seen my work, frequently express their congratulations on my accomplishments. Many of the Capital District's dental specialists get so see all dentist's work and they often compliment me for my fine dentistry or attend my lectures.

I was recently promoted to Associate Clinical Professor at SUNY/Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and when one of the specialists learned of my promotion, he emailed me a short note:

"Every community has its pillars. In our dental community (especially clinical and teaching) you are certainly one of them?"

What an honor to receive such a note.