Awards & Honors

(from left) Dr. Yendis Gibson, CDS President Dr. David Lewis Jr., Dr. Gordon Christensen, Judy Kay Mausolf, and Dr. David Williams.

Gordon J. Christensen Lecturer Recognition Award

The Gordon J. Christensen Lecturer Recognition Award was established in 1990. The award recognizes Dr. Christensen’s many outstanding contributions to the dental profession and the Midwinter Meeting, and it honors the contributions of the recipient. The award was presented at the Keynote Session of the Midwinter Meeting. the 2024 recipient is Judy Kay Mausolf.

(from left) Dr. Yendis Gibson, Dr. David Williams, CDS President Dr. David Lewis Jr., Robert Rada, and CDS Foundation Chair Dr. Vincent Arpino.

CDS Foundation Vision Award

The CDS Foundation Vision Award honors outstanding volunteer achievement. The recipient is a dedicated philanthropist and volunteer who generously supports access to care programs and dental education for the underserved in their community; practices the dental profession with integrity, honesty and truthfulness with commitment to the protection of the public trust; demonstrates altruism in endeavors, meriting the respect of patients, colleagues and the community; and leads and inspires others through a high sense of purpose and dedication.

The 2024 recipient is Robert Rada, DDS. The award was presented at the Keynote Session of the Midwinter Meeting.