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2026 Ninth District President

Dr. Bharat Joshi

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2026 Member Benefits Guide

Explore Your Member Benefits — The 2026 Member Benefits Guide is now available! See everything NYSDA offers and get a quick overview with our At-A-Glance one-pager.
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Welcome to the Ninth District Dental Association

The Ninth District Dental Society was formed in 1909 and renamed to the Ninth District Dental Association in 2002. We have a membership of over 1500 dentists in 5 counties: Westchester, Rockland, Dutchess, Orange and Putnam.

In its quest to serve both the public and the profession, the Ninth District embodies the highest ideals.

The mission of the 9th District Dental Association is to serve and support its members and the public by improving the oral health of our community through Advocacy, Continuing Education and Camaraderie.

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9th District Social

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

ST. ANDREW'S GOLF CLUB
10 Old Jackson Avenue
Hastings-on-Hudson, NY  10706

There will be a buffet, passed hors d'oeuvres, an open bar, vendors and lots of fun FOR ALL MEMBERS!

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CO-SPONSORS (COMPANY NAMES ARE LINKS)

Altfest Personal Wealth Management
Bank of America, Practice Solutions
Singular Anesthesia Services

We Hope to See You There!!

Renuka Bijoor, D.D.S., M.P.H.

Bharat Joshi, D.D.S.
President

United States Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Issues Regulatory Update

Mar 26, 2026
March 26, 2026

HRSA Recognizes National Poison Prevention Week

During National Poison Prevention Week (March 15–21), HRSA joined partners across the country to raise awareness about HRSA’s Poison Help Line (1-800-222-1222).  This line connects callers to immediate, expert guidance on preventing and responding to poison emergencies.  Learn more about the help line, poison safety, and poison help centers.

National Nutrition Month: Supporting Healthy Communities Nationwide

March is National Nutrition Month, a time to recognize the essential role nutrition plays in promoting health and preventing chronic disease.  Good nutrition fuels growth and development, strengthens the immune system, and helps prevent and manage conditions such as diabetes and heart disease.  HRSA is committed to improving access to nutrition services across communities.  Through nutrition counseling at community health centers, resources that support tele-nutrition, and a dedicated health workforce that serves thousands of patients nationwide — including those in underserved and rural areas — we help ensure individuals and families have the support they need to lead healthier lives.  Learn more about nutrition at RealFood.gov.

Giving the Gift of Life: Celebrate National Donate Life Month in April

April is National Donate Life Month, a time to highlight the generosity of organ, eye, and tissue donors and their families and the impact of donation on patients waiting for a transplant.  More than 46,000 transplants were performed in 2025, yet the need remains high.  More than 100,000 people are currently on the national waiting list, and over 90,000 need a kidney transplant.  Visit organdonor.gov to learn more organ donation, including what to expect and how to sign up.

HRSA Awards Over $5 Million to train Primary Care Medical and Dental Residents

On March 17, HRSA announced over $5 million in funding to 26 teaching health centers through the Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education (THCGME) program.  These health centers operate primary care medical and dental residency programs located in rural and community health centers.  Through this investment, HRSA will support nearly 100 residents this year, strengthening the health workforce and expanding access to care across the country.  Read the press release.

HRSA is Updating the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Parts A and B Formula Funding Methodology

On March 16, HRSA announced updates to the funding methodology used to calculate Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Parts A and B formula awards.  Beginning in fiscal year 2026, these formula awards will begin a five-year transition that will calculate funding based on a person’s most recent address, rather than place of residence at the time of HIV diagnosis.  The change better aligns resources with jurisdictions where people with HIV currently live and receive life-saving care and treatment services.  Read the press release.

National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program Application is Open

Students pursuing a career in primary health care can apply to the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Program now through April 16 at 7:30 p.m. ET.  The scholarship includes tuition, fees, and a monthly stipend.  In return, scholars commit to providing primary care health services in Health Professional Shortage Areas.  Attend the NHSC Scholarship Program Application Assistance Webinar today, from 2-3:30 p.m. ET to learn more.

Nurse Corps Scholarship Program: Apply Now

The Nurse Corps Scholarship Program application is open now through April 9 at 7:30 p.m. ET.  This program provides funding to future nurses to help cover tuition, fees, a monthly stipend, and other costs.  Current and accepted nursing students at eligible accredited schools of nursing can apply.  Interested in applying?  Watch the Application Assistance Webinar and join the Application Assistance Q&A Sessions on April 2 or April 8, anytime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. ET.

HRSA Virtual Job Fair Coming April 15, 2026

Save the date for the HRSA Virtual Job Fair on April 15 from 6–9 p.m. ET.  This free online event connects health care professionals with representatives from health care facilities that are recruiting for open positions.  Learn about job opportunities, hear details about benefits packages, and explore ways to serve communities in need.  To prepare, update your profile on the Health Workforce Connector that includes your experience, education, training, certifications, and employment preferences so health care sites can find and recruit you.  Register to attend.
 
 

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