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April 9-11, 2025 | The Sutton Place Hotel, Vancouver, BC

A Modern Legacy of Care at axiUm Summit 2025

The destination event where the future of dental academics is shaped. Discover strategies and solutions that honor the rich legacy of dental institutions while shaping a modern future driven by innovation.

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A Modern Legacy at axiUm Summit 2025.   |   
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What's axiUm Summit 2025?

axiUm Summit 2025—a dynamic, three-day conference set for April 9-11, 2025 in vibrant Vancouver, BC! Tailored exclusively for dental professionals, this event promises to inspire, empower, and connect through insightful sessions, hands-on learning, and high-impact networking opportunities.

Register early and save.

Early Bird registration pricing is now in effect until January 31, 2025.

Before Jan 31, 2025*

After Jan 31, 2025**

Individual

$750*

$950**

Group

$675*

$875**

Why You Should Attend?

axiUm Summit 2025 is a must-attend event for dental IT, clinical, and financial professionals seeking actionable insights, hands-on learning, and networking opportunities to elevate their expertise, enhance education and practice management, and transform a heritage of care.

Learn

Walk away informed, inspired, and empowered. Gain practical strategies from dental experts to
enhance student success, improve clinical practicums, attract more patients, and optimize your curriculum and operations for lasting impact.

Connect

Build connections with like-minded dental professionals. What could be better than collaborating with hundreds of passionate peers, sharing insights, creating a legacy of care, and strategizing new ways to shape the future of oral health?

Discover

Explore practical solutions designed to address the challenges facing dental education and clinical care today. Discover how you can elevate your program to better prepare students while staying competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.

The Sutton Place Hotel, Vancouver, BC

Where it's taking place.

This luxurious hotel offers stylish accommodations with stunning city views and is centrally located, providing easy access to Vancouver's best attractions. The Sutton Place Hotel is conveniently accessible from the Vancouver International Airport via SkyTrain, with a quick transfer to nearby stations.

Learn from the experts.

Hear from leading dental innovators, educators, and industry experts who are transforming the heritage of care. Gain insights and guidance to navigate challenges, honor legacy, and drive lasting success in dental education and practice.

Interested in speaking at the conference?

Dean and Laura H. Carnell Professor

Amid Ibrahim Ismail, BDS, MPH, DrPH, MBA

Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry

After his long career in the population-based research and caries research and his interventions to reduce health disparities in caries and oral cancer, Dr. Ismail assumed the challenging position of rebuilding the Temple University’s Dental School which was established in 1863.

His expertise is in the field of outcomes assessment, design and planning for complex studies, survey methods and organizational management. He has received awards from the International Association for Dental Research (H. Trendley Dean Award), the Regents’ of the University of Michigan (Community Service), Leadership citations from the American Dental Association and the Shils-Meskin Leadership Award in Dental Education.

Dr. Ismail co-founded the International Caries Detection and Assessment System Coordinating Committee and the Alliance for Oral Health Across Borders. He has received the 2019 Philadelphia Globy Award and the 2020 Philadelphia Israel Chamber of Commerce innovation award.

Associate Dean, Innovation & Curriculum

Jonathan Brennan MD, DMD, MPH

ATSU | Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health

AT Still University, Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health
Associate Dean, Innovation and Strategy

Brennan Dental
Co-Founder and General Dentist

Dr. Jonny Brennan’s personal “why statement” is to tinker in noble and intuitive stillness so that we all maximize wellness and feel connecting love. As the Associate Dean of Innovation and Strategy at the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ASDOH) he strives to complete that life mission. In this capacity, he provides ongoing analysis, implementation and evaluation of dental informatics utilized in clinical systems as well as new initiatives to incorporate the latest educational technology in the classroom and clinic. He has been part of the course design and didactic instruction in Oral Medicine and the Practice Management & Professional Development courses. He also leads the strategic direction for Digital Dentistry initiatives across the various restorative and surgical disciplines at ASDOH. Dr. Brennan is currently expanding into new platforms of technology in the realms of virtual reality, artificial intelligence and web 3 blockchain, particularly around their implementation in the dental and medical education arena. Dr. Brennan co-founded Brennan Dental in Chandler, Arizona where he continues to practice general dentistry. He also works as a part-time consultant and subject matter expert in the dental technology and education space. Jonny graduated Summa Cum Laude from Arizona State University in 2004. He then earned his Medical Degree from the University of Toledo College of Medicine. Jonny continued his studies at A.T. Still University earning a Master of Public Health from the School of Health Management and a Doctor of Dental Medicine from ASDOH. Dr. Brennan and his wife live in Queen Creek with their two daughters and one son.

Associate Director, Clinical System & Informatics

Pirin Becker

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, School of Dental Medicine

Associate Director, Clinical System & Informatics
School of Dental Medicine

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Pirin Becker is an accomplished leader with 16 years of experience in dental education and a background in clinical operations, revenue cycle management, project management, and continuous process improvement. Serving as the Associate Director of Clinical Systems & Informatics at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, Pirin is dedicated to driving innovation through the seamless integration of technology to enhance patient care and streamline operations.

Business Systems Analyst III, Data Management Analytics and Visualization

Grace Vibbert

Case Western Reserve University

Business Systems Analyst III
Data Management Analytics and Visualization
UTech – University Technology
Case Western Reserve University

Grace is a creative leader who has worked in Information Technology for over 20 years, most of which has been in Higher Education. She started at the ground floor answering the help desk phone and worked her way up to her current position of Director of Business Analytics and Process Improvement for the School of Dental Medicine at Case Western Reserve University. Outside of work, she enjoys many hobbies including historical reenactment research, art and crafts, and is always amused by how the lessons we learn in painting can apply to our professional career as well!

Director, Patient Business Services, Financial Data Analyst

J. Donnie Parris

Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Dentistry

Insight-packed agenda

April 9-10, 2025 - Conference Days // April 11, 2025 - Hands-On Training (Optional)

Explore three dynamic tracks—IT and Technology, Clinical Focus, and Finance and Administration—designed to transform dental education, enhance patient care, and streamline practice management.

Our team is thoughtfully curating a valuable agenda to ensure an enriching and impactful experience for all attendees. Check back soon for the detailed agenda—updates are on the way!

Our Sponsors

We're proud to partner with industry-leading sponsors whose support helps make this event possible. Explore their innovative solutions and discover how they're shaping the future of dental education and practice.

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Elevate your dental program and modernize the future of care—all you have to do is say YES to Axium Summit 2025!