What's in a Name
Inside Dental Technology delivers updates on digital workflows, materials, lab techniques, and innovation in dental technology through expert articles and videos.
October 1, 2021
Volume 12, Issue 10, October 2021
Page(s): p. 2
As a member of many groups that I consider prestigious, I considered the concept of adding titles to my name very important at one time. Early in my career, I joined a number of organizations. Thinking back, although my belief was that adding more titles was desirable, the real goal was to further my education, not merely to add letters after my name. I wanted to be in groups with other members who would inspire me to be better, learn more, and also help the group to be more productive in its' mission. The skills, concepts, and inspiration that I learned helped me to add value to my clients, as is discussed in this month's cover story by Daniel Alter, MSc, MDT, CDT.
So, today, when many people approach me to ask which professional groups to join or get involved with, my response is usually twofold: First, ask yourself what you hope to achieve by joining; next, consider what you can offer the group through your own participation. The letters you can potentially add after your name may be nice, but hopefully, you will be as fortunate as I have been in meeting and working with people who have inspired and continue to inspire my work and education.
Peter Pizzi, MDT, CDT
Editor-in-Chief
ppizzi@aegiscomm.com
