The Public Health Leadership Award, created in partnership with Henry Schein Cares, epitomizes the Foundation’s combined commitment to give back to dentistry and communities it serves.

The award recognizes California dentists who have distinguished themselves through a lifetime of outstanding, unselfish leadership and contributions in the field of dental public health and public policy. These dentists’ actions enable the dental profession to respond more fully to the oral health needs of people at the local, state, national or international level through public policy advocacy.

Congratulations to Jared Fine, DDS, for being this year's award recipient:

Jared Fine, DDS, is recognized as a champion for public health, dedicating over 50 years of service towards education, access to care and health equity for every community. Dr. Fine is a role model for outstanding leadership in his profession, advocating for numerous disease prevention and children’s oral health programs and as an ambassador of the Dental Transformation Initiative in Alameda County.

For many of these programs, Dr. Fine worked long beyond contracted hours and assigned duties, often participating as a volunteer or private citizen while remaining dedicated to his other professional endeavors. His contributions and advocacy efforts on behalf of the larger dental community embody the core spirit of the Public Health Leadership Award.