Welcome to MPDS
Hello! Welcome to the Marion Polk Dental Society. I'm Dr. Alexandria Johnson, DDS, the current President of MPDS. We are a membership organization with over 150 active and retired dentists practicing in Marion and Polk County, Oregon. We are a component society of the Oregon Dental Association (ODA) and the American Dental Association (ADA). We are here to serve the local dental community through education, networking, practice building and advocacy. Thank you for visiting!
About Our Education Program
We offer multiple continuing education (CE) courses throughout the year, from September through June. Most classes are $30 for members and affiliates, and $30 for non-members. Each offer at least 1.5 hours of continuing education credit in a variety of topics.
Each class includes dinner, networking social, and the course presentation. Classes are held on the second Tuesday or Wednesday of each month. Click here to view all upcoming classes.
At MPDS, Membership Matters
We are committed to providing the best membership experience possible. Our Executive Board focuses on four major member benefits that only your local dental society can provide. Below are some ways you can directly benefit from membership in the Marion Polk Dental Society.
Education
We offer monthly continuing education (CE) courses on the most current topics and trends, led by industry professional from across the Pacific Northwest.
Networking
Our membership meetings offer unparalleled opportunities to build your community of colleagues and friends.
Access
Membership gives you access to a number of professional resources and benefits from the ADA as well as the ODA.
Development
New dentist? Your career development starts here with everything you need to join and thrive in the mid-valley's dental community.
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