Winners of the DHSV Public Oral Healthcare Awards announced

Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV) last night announced and paid tribute to the winners of DHSV’s Public Oral Healthcare Awards.

The awards recognise professionals working in the public dental sector for their outstanding contribution to the oral health and general wellbeing of members of the community.

The winners of the Public Oral Healthcare Awards for 2013 are:

Innovative model of care
Health Promoting Practice Model
North Richmond Community Health Centre

Excellence in service delivery
Peninsula Health Community Dental Program
Peninsula Health Dental Team

Leader in oral health
Dr Michael Smith
Director of Dentistry, Barwon Health

The winners were recognised at the award ceremony as part of the DHSV AGM, and received funding of $5,000 to attend a health conference of their choice to continue their professional development.

(Photo of North Richmond Community Health Centre representatives kindly supplied by DHSV)

ADAVB extends congratulations to all winners and finalists in these awards, which reflect the dedication and commitment of public oral health personnel.