Dr. Greg J. Huang
University of Washington

 

I began my full-time academic career about 10 years ago, and feel extremely fortunate to have been the recipient of several AAOF Career Development Awards.  I used the funds for various activities that helped with my career development, such as attending meetings and purchasing equipment to assist with teaching and research. Some funds were also used for salary support, which helped with the transition from private practice to full-time academics.  However, perhaps the greatest impact of the AAOF Career Development Awards was the message that the AAOF cares about and understands the challenges of an academic career, that the AAOF values individuals who choose this career path, and that the AAOF wishes to assist those who dedicate their lives to educating future orthodontists. I strongly endorse the AAOF Career Development Awards, and hope that all orthodontists will support the AAOF in their efforts to assist academicians.