2023 Missouri Oral Health Policy Conference -
Transforming Access
The mission of the Missouri Coalition for Oral Health is to improve oral health with all Missourians by advocating for sound public policy.
March 2 & 3, 2023
For DoubleTree by Hilton hotel accomodations click Here.
During the conference there will be opportunities for interaction, frequent breaks and brief presentations by exhibiting organizations.
Oral Health Legislative Awareness Event
Capitol Building, 3rd Floor Alcove Senate Side
Thursday, March 2, 2023 - 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m
A pre-legislative awareness event webinar will be held on Friday, February 17th at 12:00 p.m.
Welcome and Introductions at 10:30 a.m.
Treat Me Tenderly - Engaging Community in Oral Health Policy
Thursday, March 2, 2023, 10:35 a.m.
Lecture & Power Point; 1 CDE, No prerequisites required
Speaker: Kaylan Szafranski, Health Policy Director, NC Child
See conference agenda for disclosure and biography
The Spirit of Change in National Oral Health Policy
Thursday, March 2, 2023, 12:30 p.m.
Lecture & Power Point; 1 CDE, No prerequisites required
Speaker: Colin Reusch, Director of Policy at Community Catalyst
See conference agenda for disclosure and biography
Bridging to MO HealthNet Dental Access
Thursday, March 2, 2023, 1:45 p.m.
Lecture & Power Point; 1.5 CDE, No prerequisites required
Panelist: Dale Carr (Director, Missouri Medicaid Audit & Compliance), Amanda Fahrendorf (MO HealthNet Division), Halie Payne (Professional Affairs Director, Missouri Dental Association)
Moderator: Jessica Emmerich (Dental Medicaid Facilitator, Missouri Coalition for Oral Health)
See conference agenda for disclosure and biography
Shifting the Battle for Community Health
Thursday, March 2, 2023, 3:30 p.m.
Lecture & Power Point; 1.5 CDE, No prerequisites required
Panelist: Dr. Lisa Bosch, DMD (Edina, MO), Dr. Molly Foster, DMD (Sedalia, Katy Trail Community Health), Jessica Burdick, RDH (Sedalia, Katy Trail Community Health), Roger Sullivan (Marceline, MO)
Moderator: Gwen Sullentrup (Missouri Office of Dental Health)
See conference agenda for disclosure and biography
Oral Health Champion Awards at 5:00 p.m.
Networking Reception at Sapphires (upper floor lounge)
Breakfast & Networking Discussion Tables from 6:30 - 8:00 a.m.
Excellence in Oral Health Care for People with Intellectual and Development Disabilities
Friday, March 3, 2023, 8:00 a.m.
Lecture & Power Point; 1.25 CDE, No prerequisites required
Speaker: Kyle Isaacs, RDH
See conference agenda for disclosure and biography
The Shape of Things to Come - Value-Based Care
Friday, March 3, 2023, 9:30 a.m.
Lecture & Power Point; 1 CDE, No prerequisites required
Speaker: Rebekah Mathews, MPA, CareQuest Institute for Oral Health, Vice President, Health Improvement
See conference agenda for disclosure and biography
The State of the State of Missouri Oral Health
Friday, March 3, 2023, 11:00 a.m.
Lecture & Power Point; 1 CDE, No prerequisites required
Speaker: Dr. Jacqueline Miller, Missouri Dental Director
See conference agenda for disclosure and biography
Closing, Lunch and Networking
Conference Registration Includes Individual 2023 Coalition Membership
Thank you 2023 Conference Sponsors! Our mission work would be impossible without your support!
Missouri Primary Care Association
ATSU Missouri School of Dentistry and Oral Health
Missouri Foundation for Health
Missouri Dental Hygienists' Association
Missouri Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
MCOH designates this activity for 8.25 continuing education credits for full participation in all sessions. The Missouri Coalition for Oral Health is an approved continuing educator by the Missouri Dental Board.