Driving Change
The Santa Fe Group is driven by a passion for improving lives through Oral Health.
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Health Equity
Discover our commitment to promoting oral health equity for seniors. Learn about our efforts to ensure fair and equal access to oral health care for all older adults.
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Dental - Medical Integration
We are championing legislative reforms and raising awareness about the significance of integrated care models. Explore our ongoing projects to learn how we are shaping public policy and fostering a deeper understanding of the crucial connection between oral and overall health.
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Medicare
By integrating dental care into Medicare, we aim to address the critical gaps in health services that affect millions of older adults, improving their overall well-being and quality of life. Join us in advocating for a more inclusive health care system that recognizes the essential role of oral health in achieving true health equity for our nation’s seniors.
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Coalition for Oral Health Policy
Driving systemic change in oral health through equitable, community-driven, and evidence-based advocacy.
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Publications
Science-Informed Health Policies for Oral and Systemic Health
Harold Slavkin; Peter Dubois; Dushanka Kleinman; and Ralph Fuccillo
Dentistry: Our Sustainable Future
Nader A. Nadershahi , DDS, MBS, EdD; and David M. Ojciu, PhD
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Advancing Oral Health Across the Lifespan
Access the valuable resources from the recent Advancing Oral Health Across the Lifespan workshop, hosted by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. This event brought together experts to explore key issues and innovative solutions in oral health.
Health Action Conference 2025
"From the Frontlines: Forging the Path Forward Together". Join Families USA’s annual Health Action Conference 2025. This two-day hybrid event marks a pivotal moment for health advocacy as we enter a new administration.
2025 AIDPH Colloquium
The theme for the 2025 Colloquium is “Dental Care as a Human Right: Advancing Oral Health Justice Through Community Empowerment.”
Strategic Advisory Council
The members of the SAC play an instrumental role in helping not only to shape the policies and strategic direction of the Santa Fe Group but also to catalyze important enhancements in health care for public good.
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