Orthodontic Education and Research Foundation

We lost one of the greats yesterday. Dr. Pete was OERF's original Executive Director and my dear friend. He hired me way back in 1986. It was an honor and a pleasure to know and love him. Peter G. Sotiropoulos was born in Springfield, Illinois on November 1, 1924. He went to high school and college in Springfield, Illinois while also working in the family businesses (candy store and restaurant) with his brother Gus and cousin Leo (Mastorakos)...all three of whom would becom...Continue reading

Lysle Johnston for 2018 AAO Lifetime Achievement Award Dear Orthodontic Colleagues, Please take a moment out your busy day and VOTE for JOHNSTON ... Dr. Lysle E. Johnston has been nominated to receive the 2018 AAO Lifetime Achievement Award in Orthodontic Research. Is there anyone more deserving in our specialty? If in question, take a look at the attached nomination letter. Here’s how to VOTE for JOHNSTON now: https://www.aaoinfo.org Sign in with your AAO member name & number Scroll to the bottom of the home page and click on Awards Scroll to and click on Lifetime Achievement Award in Orthodontic Research Then, Click here to begin the nomination process for the Lifetime Achievement Award in Orthodontic Research. Enter yourself as Name of the Nominator in the box provided Email of the Nominator in the box provided

2016 - Savannah, Georgia

Saint Louis University's Orthodontic Alumni Reception

Akron orthodontist receives Distinguished Dentist Award Dr. Joseph Mellion, an Akron orthodontist, has been involved with organized dentistry since he began his career. In recognition of his efforts, he received the Ohio Dental Association Distinguished Dentist Award on Sept. 16, at the ODA’s 150th Anniversary Gala and Award Celebration. Dr. Mellion’s involvement as a leader in organized dentistry has spanned over 25 years and continues today, Dr. Stephen Moore, president o...f the Akron Dental Society, wrote in a nomination letter. From his early participation on the Council on Membership Services at both the local and state levels, through his presidency in the ODA, and to his continued leadership as the Executive Director of the Orthodontic Education and Research Foundation (OERF) at Saint Louis University, he has demonstrated a commitment to advancing the dental profession. Mellion has served as president of the Akron Dental Society and Ohio Dental Association, and has served on many councils and committees. He became involved with the membership councils at the local and state levels early on, and served as chair of both councils. He also has served on the ODA Annual Session Committee and Finance Committee among others, and currently serves as the chair of the Callahan Memorial Awards Commission. He also serves as a delegate to the American Dental Association and is executive director of the Orthodontic Education and Research Foundation in St. Louis. Mellion is also a member of the American Association of Orthodontics, the American Board of Orthodontics, the International College of Dentists, the American College of Dentists and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. He received the Distinguished Dentist Award from the Pierre Fauchard Academy in 2008 and the Distinguished Alumni Award from the Saint Louis University Department of Orthodontics in 2000. Mellion earned his DDS from Case Western Reserve University in 1978, and his MSD from the Saint Louis University Department of Orthodontics in 1980. Mellion now practices with his two sons in Fairlawn, Medina and Brunswick. The Distinguished Dentist Award is the ODA’s most prestigious award. It is given to a leader in the profession committed to the advancement of dentistry who is dedicated and committed to organized dentistry at the local, state and national level. The Ohio Dental Association represents more than 5,000 member dentists, nearly 75 percent of the state’s licensed dentists. ODA member dentists provide more than $40 million in donated care and services annually, and they are bound by the highest ethical standards and have access to superior ongoing education, training and resources.

OERF Dinner with Saint Louis University's Orthodontic Class of 2015

Dr. Gus G. Sotiropoulos passed away on the June 12, 2015, at the age of 89. Wake will be on Monday night, June 15th and Funeral service will be held at 11 am Tuesday, June 16th at Kassly. Kassly Mortuary. 9900 St. Clair Ave... Fairview Height, IL 62208 Phone:618-398-1122 www.kasslyfuneral.com See more

AAO 2015 - San Francisco SLU Orthodontic Alumni Recepton