The AAO and the Council on New and Younger Members (CONYM) are thrilled to announce the inaugural New Orthodontist Seminar, taking place Thursday, April 30, in Orlando, immediately prior to Annual Session.
New Ortho Seminar
Step into your early-career orthodontic era with a high-energy day designed for orthodontists 1–5 years post-residency. Build confidence, strengthen leadership skills, and learn practical tips for managing the “people” side of practice without having to learn everything the hard way. You’ll kick off with Amber Auger, RDH, on building teams that thrive through communication, motivation, accountability, and culture, followed by a keynote from psychologist Dr. Lisette Sanchez on reframing self-doubt and showing up with confidence as a new doctor. Add in sponsor activation time, connection with other early-career orthodontists, and a closing panel of orthodontists tying it all together—this is the kind of day that leaves you feeling energized, supported, and ready to lead.
Thursday, April 30
Schedule
1:00-1:10pm
Opening remarks
1:20-2:10pm
“Leading the Future of Ortho: Building Teams that Thrive”
Speaker: Amber Auger, RDH
2:10-2:35pm
“OrthoQuest Live with AAOIC: Test Your Skills, Learn from the Best”
Think you’re ready for real-world orthodontic challenges? Grab your smartphone and jump into this live, gamified quiz featuring clinical treatment scenarios and practice-management questions. Scores update instantly, prizes are on the line, and learning happens in real time. After the competition, a seasoned orthodontist and AAOIC Director will break down each question, sharing expert insights and practical takeaways you can apply in your practice.
2:35-2:45pm
Break
2:45-3:45pm
“You Don’t Have Impostor Syndrome: Building Confidence as a New Doctor”
Keynote: Dr. Lisette Sanchez
3:45-4:45pm
Closing Panel
To wrap up the day, you’ll hear from a panel of seasoned orthodontists tying the sessions together with real-world experiences and practical insights for early-career practice
4:45-5:00pm
Closing Remarks
Location: Convention Center | W205BC
7:00-10:00pm
New Ortho Networking Event
Location: Hampton Social
Cost: The cost to attend is $100, which includes both the afternoon session and the evening event. You can easily add this to your Annual Session registration at any time. Spaces are limited, so register early to secure your spot!
The Council on New and Younger Members looks forward to welcoming you to Orlando!
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