b'ABP Diplomate InterviewThe American Board of Periodontology is pleased to introduce a new periodic feature in conjunction with Periospectives. From time to time, the Board will feature an interview with a Diplomate to provide insights into the path to board certification and how board certification influences a periodontal practice.Dr. Adam SaltzWhere were you born and raised?Im a proud Mainah. I was born and raised in Scarborough, Mainea small town outside of Portland. Where did you attend dental school and complete yourMy study club has helped general periodontal residency? dentists in my area appreciate I attended Nova Southeastern University as part of an accelerated, dual-admissions dental medicine program. I received my Master ofthe benefits of multi-specialty Public Health, while in dental school. I was fortunate enough to then complete my periodontal residency at the University of Texas Healthcare and the outcomes they can Science Center at San Antonio. I got my fix of the South (and heat) before returning home to practice. produce for patients. Its exciting to work with such a talented When did you know you wanted to pursue a periodontal residency? What occurred that made yougroup. I truly learn something decide on this career path?I always had an interest in surgery. What drew me to periodonticsnew every day.specifically was the opportunity to shape a patients total well-being. AAP Periospectives| 36'