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New ADA executive director emphasizes clarity, trust, and growth

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Nader A. Nadershahi, D.D.S., M.B.A., Ed.D., has been appointed as the American Dental Association's executive director, bringing significant experience in organized dentistry and academia. With a career rooted in service and education, he aims to listen, collaborate, and strengthen the profession amidst current challenges such as financial pressures and evolving workforce dynamics. His leadership philosophy emphasizes clarity, trust, and growth, advocating for a united dental community that actively shapes its future and addresses the profession's needs effectively.

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New ADA executive director emphasizes clarity, trust, and growth

  • by Noah Levine

  • March 25, 2026

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