Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition In-Person Meeting

Join us for a two-day in-person gathering of the WOHC in Wausau to connect, learn, and advance oral health equity across the state.

About this Event

Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition In-Person Meeting
September 23–24, 2025 | Wausau, WI

Join us for a two-day in-person gathering of the Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition in Wausau, Wisconsin, to connect, learn, and advance oral health equity across the state.

Tuesday, September 23
Northcentral Technical College
We’ll kick off the event in the evening at Northcentral Technical College, home to Wisconsin’s first dental therapy program. The evening will feature guided tours of the facility, hors d’oeuvres, and an engaging panel discussion focused on dental therapy and workforce innovation.

Wednesday, September 24
Hilton Garden Inn Wausau
The second day of programming will take place at the Hilton Garden Inn Wausau, with a robust lineup of speakers and discussions, including:

• Donald Chi, DDS, PhD (University of Washington) presenting on fluoride hesitancy
• A panel on oral health and individuals with special health care needs
• A keynote address exploring the patient voice in medical-dental integration (MDI) in Wisconsin
• Program updates from the Children’s Health Alliance of Wisconsin
• Highlights and insights from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services Oral Health Program

This is a valuable opportunity to network with oral health professionals, advocates, and stakeholders from across the state. We hope to see you there!

September 23


🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Opening Reception: Registration & NTC Tours

🕑: 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Opening Reception

Info: Join us for hors d'oeuvres and a dental therapy panel

September 24


🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:45 AM
Registration & Breakfast

🕑: 08:45 AM - 09:00 AM
Welcome & Introductions

🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Morning Keynote: Fluoride Hesitancy
Host: Donald Chi, DDS, PhD

🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Networking Break

🕑: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Children's Health Alliance of Wisconsin Panel

🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Special Healthcare Needs Panel

Info: • Richelle Andrae, MPA | Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association

• Mark Paget | Wisconsin Dental Association

• Melissa Schoendonbrodt| Special Olympics Wisconsin

• Donald Chi, DDS, PhD | University of Washington

🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PM
Lunch & Networking

🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:15 PM
Afternoon Keynote: Patient Voice in MDI
Host: Constance Gundacker, MD, MPH

🕑: 02:15 PM - 03:00 PM
Wisconsin Department of Health Services Oral Health Team Update

🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Closing & Adjourn

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