Oklahoma Dentist Selected as Second Vice President of the American Dental Association

CHICAGO, October 23, 2024 — Tamara S. Berg, D.D.S., a private practice dentist in Yukon, Oklahoma, is the new Second Vice President of the American Dental Association (ADA). Dr. Berg was recently elected at the ADA House of Delegates Meeting at ADA SmileCon™ in New Orleans, La., on Oct. 22.

Dr. Berg has been an engaged member of the ADA for 29 years, serving many leadership roles including President of the Oklahoma Dental Association (ODA) and a member of the ADA Council on Membership.

“Being in private practice for more than 30 years, I have witnessed firsthand the challenges and opportunities within the field,” said Dr. Berg, Second Vice President of the ADA for the 2024-2025 term. “I’ve experienced the same issues you have, and together, we will collaborate to find innovative and sustainable solutions that improve the patient experience and help us be more successful on every level.”

Dr. Berg has been an active member, leader and mentor with numerous other dental organizations, including the American Association of Women Dentists, the American College of Dentists and Pierre Fauchard Academy. Dr. Berg has also been honored with several awards, with highlights including the ODA Ethics and Professionalism award; the ODA Distinguished Dental Service award, the Oklahoma University College of Dentistry Alumnus of the Year award and the Robert K. Wynn Public Information award, among others.

Dr. Berg graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry and resides in Yukon, Oklahoma with her husband Lowell and two sons Karsten and Clayton.

About the American Dental Association
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