The School of Dentistry clinical professor and chair of orthodontics and pediatric dentistry is recognized for completing the professional development program dedicated to building a better Maryland.
Leadership Maryland announced that Vineet Dhar, BDS, MDS, PhD, clinical professor; chair, Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry; and assistant dean of postgraduate and professional studies in dentistry, University of Maryland School of Dentistry, has completed its Executive Program, a professional development initiative dedicated to building a better Maryland by harnessing the strength of its business and community leaders.
Leadership Maryland honored Dhar and its Executive Program Class of 2024 at its 31st graduation ceremony Dec.3 3 at the Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport. Dhar is now a member of Leadership Maryland’s powerful alumni network, consisting of more than 1,500 esteemed leaders from all over the state.
A board-certified pediatric dentist, Dhar has a unique background that includes high achievement in professional education, successful private practice of dentistry, administration and teaching in dental school environment, leadership, service, and scholarship.
Dhar works on incorporating evidence-based dentistry in education and patient care and has produced several publications and presentations, primarily in the areas of chronic disease management, restorative care, nonpharmacological behavior guidance, pediatric dental pain, preventive dentistry, fissure sealants, dental trauma, and pulp therapies. He advocates that every child deserves a dental home and works with his team to administer a grant that supports access to care program for underserved uninsured children in Maryland.
Dhar was one of 51 individuals chosen by a committee to complete the eight-month, hands-on learning program. The class participated in an orientation and closing retreat that bookended five two-day sessions focused on Maryland’s five main geographic regions and the most vital issues impacting economic development, education, health and human services, criminal justice, the environment, and multiculturalism/diversity across the state. More than 100 experts representing Maryland’s business, government, education, and nonprofit communities served as panelists and guest speakers.
“On behalf of our staff, board, and membership, I congratulate the Executive Program Class of 2024 on completing the program and joining our alumni family,” said David Fike, president and CEO of Leadership Maryland. “Each class year brings its own unique lessons, and I am proud to have witnessed the ways the Class of 2024 embraced each one on their journey to become a force for positive change in their organizations, communities, and state.”
The Executive Program is open to senior-level executives with significant achievements in their careers and/or their communities. Ideal Leadership Maryland members have a desire to learn more about Maryland’s most critical issues and a personal commitment to be a force for positive change in their organizations, communities, and state.
For more information about Leadership Maryland, visit leadershipmd.org, call 410-841-2101, or email info@leadershipmd.org.