The Renewing Minds, Restoring Hope workshops are bringing trauma-informed support, practical resilience tools, and renewed hope to dental professionals across Israel.

Israel Police Forensic Identification Unit

The program's second confidential support session created a two-hour sanctuary for members of the Israel Police Forensic Identification Unit.

Stepping away from the emotional burden of their work, participants focused entirely on their own well-being. By the end of the session, stress had given way to conversation, laughter, and smiles.

Every participant agreed that the facilitated group discussions led by trauma specialist Yotam Dagan provide exactly the type of support they need.

Rambam Health Care Campus Department of Endodontics

Faculty and residents from the Department of Endodontics participated in a full-day resilience workshop that explored how stress manifests physically and emotionally. The workshop introduced breathing and self-regulation strategies, and encouraged open conversations about mental well-being. These topics are often overlooked despite the tremendous pressures facing Israel's healthcare professionals.

The day concluded with an experiential archery session in the peaceful countryside of northern Israel, allowing participants to translate the principles of focus, breathing, and emotional regulation into practice.

The gratitude expressed by participants was heartfelt. As one faculty member shared:

"Simply knowing that our brothers and sisters in the United States recognize and appreciate our efforts provides tremendous support, encouragement, and a truly meaningful source of strength."

Tel Aviv University Departments of Oral Rehabilitation and Periodontology

Residents in the Oral Rehabilitation and Periodontology Departments at the Maurice and Gabriela Goldschleger School of Dental Medicine participated in their own resilience workshop focused on stress management and emotional well-being.

As the session progressed, participants who arrived carrying the weight of daily professional and personal pressures became increasingly engaged, relaxed, and visibly more at ease. By the end of the workshop, conversations were open, smiles had replaced tension, and participants left with practical tools they could immediately apply in both their professional and personal lives.

The impact was so evident that the department chair immediately requested that the program be expanded to include a larger number of faculty and residents.

Looking Ahead

Building on the success of these workshops, discussions are underway to significantly expand the program Plans include 8 to 10 additional workshops serving the Israel Police Forensic Identification Unit, faculty and residents at Tel Aviv University, and dental professionals at Rambam Health Care Campus. 

Click here to learn more how you can help support Israel’s Dental Community through trauma and recovery.

 Recognizing Alpha Omega's $1 million in lifetime support of
the Hebrew University of Jerusalem

The Alpha Omega US Dental Foundation will be permanently recognized on the Wall of Benefactors at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem's Mount Scopus Campus for providing more than $1 million in lifetime support.

This honor belongs to every donor whose generosity made this milestone possible.

Thank you for building a legacy that will inspire students, faculty, and future generations.

Alpha Omega-Henry Schein Cares Holocaust Survivors Oral Health Program

The Alpha Omega–Henry Schein Cares Holocaust Survivors Oral Health Program has transformed thousands of lives over the past decade through compassionate, comprehensive dental care. This remarkable milestone reflects the power of the global Alpha Omega community. Click here to download the 10th anniversary report.

Or, if you would like to learn how to become a volunteer dentist for the Holocaust Survivors program, please click here.

The Alpha Omega US Dental Foundation has launched a brand-new website! With a fresh design, expanded program information, inspiring stories, and easier ways to get involved, the new site reflects the Foundation's growing impact and vision for the future.

Explore our new website today!

Andrew Barnett
Periodontics

Mariya Barnett
Cosmetic Dentistry 

Rowan Buskin
Prosthodontics

Paul Buxt
Endodontics

Glenn Cohen
Orthodontics 

Jeffrey Genecov
Orthodontics 

Hilton Goldreich
Orthodontics 

Greg Greenberg
Orthodontics 

Ruben Ovadia
Periodontics

Alana Reifer
Cosmetic Dentistry

Paul Rubin
Pediatrics

Steven Sherry
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Ellis Shwarts
General Dentistry

Ronald Stukalin
Periodontics

Eduardo Tanur
Periodontics

Ben Calem 
Periodontics

Henna DeSimone 
Pediatric Dentistry

Sami R. Solaimanzadeh
General Dentistry

Honor someone special, celebrate a meaningful milestone, or remember a loved one with a tribute that supports dental students, faculty, and humanitarian programs.

We remember the cherished members of our Alpha Omega family whom we lost in July:

Make a tribute gift in memory of a loved one or in honor of someone special while supporting students, faculty, and humanitarian programs across the US and Israeli dental communities.

On behalf of the Alpha Omega US Dental Foundation, we extend our deepest gratitude
for your generous gifts.

Thank you for making our work possible!

The following gifts were received by the AO US Dental Foundation in July 2026.

Renewing Minds, Restoring Hope

First Signs of Hope: Up to $1,249

Supporting three treatments – a strong start on the journey to recovery

Tribute Donations

In Memory of Lior Andelovic

Gold

In Memory of Steve Brown

Gold

Platinum

In Memory of Bernie Kramer

Gold

In Memory of Muriel "Buttercup" Folsom, Loving Wife of AO Member Donald Meyer

Silver

Gold

In Honor of Howard Israel on Joining the Alpha Omega US Dental Foundation Board of Directors 

Gold

In Memory of Charles Millstein

Gold

 Silver: $36.00 | Gold: $72.00 | Platinum: $180.00

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supporting our work, the needs of Israel, and AO US Society chapters. Click here!

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