Press Release
Cellerant Consulting Group has announced that Melissa Turner, BASDH, RDHEP, EFDA is joining the company as chief hygiene officer.
Turner is the creator of I Heart Mobile Dentistry, a Facebook group supporting clinicians who practice mobile dentistry, and cofounder of both the National Mobile Dentistry Conference and recently launched American Mobile Dentistry Alliance. She is also the executive moderator for the Dental Peeps Network, a dental social networking platform that provides education, employment, product information, job placement, and shared expertise.
"Melissa brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, talent, and enthusiasm to our work," says Lou Shuman, DMD, CAGS, the CEO and founder of Cellerant Consulting Group. "As Cellerant does its best to support our clients—an increasing number of which are engaging the dental hygiene market—we are thrilled to have her perspective and skill amplify the service we provide."
A valued thought leader and influencer within the dental industry, Turner has practiced clinical dentistry across the country for the last 15 years. Her expertise includes mobile dental care delivery, teledentistry, workplace wellness, and dental therapy, as well as increasing the role and responsibility of the dental hygienist as part of the primary care team. A member of the advisory board for RDH magazine and regular contributor in trade publications, she advocates for ways to improve the provider and patient experience. She brings a track record of service in both developing and seasoned organizations, with a focus in program development and strategy.
"In all aspects of my work I am focused on empowering business leaders and dental practice owners to understand that effective leading and sustainable growth begins with individual leadership," says Turner. "As a dental hygienist, I also know how crucial the team is in making good leaders great. That is why I am thrilled to join the Cellerant team, bringing my gifts to the table so that we can help more exciting businesses reach the dental community."
Editor's note: This article is an edited press release from Cellerant Consulting Group issued April 7, 2020. Press releases may be submitted to DentistryIQ for posting consideration. Email [email protected].
