About WSPD

The Western Society of Pediatric Dentistry was officially established in May of 2002. Eight States comprised the inaugural group defining District VI of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Western Canada (British Columbia) constitute The Western District.

Vision

The Vision of the Western Society of Pediatric Dentistry is providing outstanding membership services and effective communications between and amongst the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, its component districts, and the State/Province Units of WSPD.

Mission

The Mission of the Western Society of Pediatric Dentistry is to provide outstanding membership services and effective communications between and amongst the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, its component districts, and the State/Province Units of WSPD.

Purpose

Facilitate communications between AAPD and State Units/Provinces of the Western District
Cultivate leaders
Develop mechanism to accept names of candidates for the AAPD Councils and Committees
Accept State Unit nominations for Western District Trustee and to select Trustee
Select a representative for 3 year tenure on AAPD’s Nomination Committee
Provide continuing education opportunities for members

The Society serves as a facilitator for improving and expanding the communications between our national organization and individual state units. It provides a more meaningful mechanism for identifying, cultivating, and supporting potential leaders to serve on AAPD committees, councils, and the board of trustees. In the quest to fulfil the charges, the Society leadership has completed its formal incorporation, developed lines of governance, and scheduled strategic planning sessions that will guide us into the future.

Bylaws

Please see the most recent version of the WSPD Bylaws by following the link below.

Western Society of Pediatric Dentistry