The RDH View
The ever-popular RDH Talk Show!

Created in 2012 by veteran dental hygienist and entrepreneur Kathleen Bokrossy, “The RDH View” is a talk show hosted by inspirational dental hygienists -- including Anna Louise Tolan, Kerry Lepicek, Beth Parkes and Kathleen Bokrossy. Each offers her take on the professions hot topics and current issues. The ladies welcome various guests, who join them in a chat. The program also offers tips on how to stay engaged, how to keep motivated and keep current with this ever-changing and incredible profession!

Available to set-stage at any conference, welcoming local guests or guests presenting, “The RDH View” will be sure to kick off an incredible conference!

Cast Members:

Anna Louise Tolan, RDH, FADIA: A clinician, educator and lecturer, Anna Louise has over three decades of dental hygiene practice, specializing in advanced non-surgical periodontal therapy, dental implant therapy and the medically compromised client.

Kerry Lepicek, RDH: Kerry is a highly focused and engaging presenter with over a decade of experience using an interceptive and preventive approach to treating periodontal disease, peri-implantitis, and halitosis. She is a trustworthy expert on oral biofilm, halitosis and the oral-systemic link research. Her focus is on educating her clients and the dental profession on health and wellness. With Kerry's practical advice it will transform your practice and clients health.

Beth Parkes, RDH, BSc: An engaging international speaker who has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for nearly 20 years.  She has gained her clinical knowledge and skills through General and Independent Practice, Mobile Dental Hygiene, Orthodontics and Periodontics.  Beyond her clinical experience, Beth is a writer, a board member for Dental Hygiene Quarterly and a valued cast member of The RDH View.

Kathleen Bokrossy, RDH, BSc: Entrepreneur, author and coach, Kathleen has been bringing engaging energy to the dental profession for over 30 years. She is the founder and president of rdhu Inc., a Professional Development company which provides team events, hands-on education and online learning.

To discuss details on how you can integrate learning and fun with ‘The RDH View’ at your next conference, please contact:

Kathleen Bokrossy: 1-855-295-7348

therdhview@rdhu.ca


Next Episode of The RDH View:

Our next Special Guest is Jo-Anne Jones, RDH!

Date: Friday, November 1st, 2024 at 12pm (9am PT)

Topic: What’s Sex Got to Do with It? Time to Test Your Knowledge.

It’s time to put your knowledge and the RDH View panel wisdom to the test! Join Jo-Anne Jones, RDH, thought leader on the subject of oral and oropharyngeal cancer, and the panel for an interactive, unfiltered, and informative discussion about sexual behaviours and oral/oropharyngeal health. How are sexual behaviours driving the epidemic of oropharyngeal cancers? What are the gender differences, if any, that exist? What information do we need to know? Would I benefit from the HPV vaccine? Test your knowledge through anonymous polling and emerge with valuable insights to communicate this information in a comfortable manner with your patients. ‘See’ you on Friday, November 1st for The RDH View!

Click here to register!

Bio:

As an international, award-winning speaker, Jo-Anne Jones has done over 1,000 presentations worldwide. Jo-Anne brings life, energy, inspiration, and a dynamic speaking style that has made her a sought-after lecturer in the dental community. Jo-Anne joins the 2024 Dentistry Today CE Leaders for the 14th consecutive year, is a previous DPR Top 25 Women in Dentistry honoree, published internationally and is a 2021 Fellowship Award recipient with the International Academy for Dental Facial Esthetics.

Jo-Anne proudly partners with the Oral Cancer Foundation in conveying the urgent need for change in the way we screen for oral and oropharyngeal cancer. Jo-Anne was instrumental in launching the international 'Check Your Mouth' campaign promoting oral self-examination between professional visits.





View Past Episodes of The RDH View:

  • October 4, 2024

    Redefining Dental Hygiene: Your Path to Passion and Purpose

    ~ with Dr. Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH

  • September 13, 2024

    Embracing Diversity: Practicing Cultural Humility with LGBTQ Patients

    ~ with Ryan D Rutar, RDH, MAM, BS, BA

  • March 1, 2024

    A Deep Dive into the World of Oral Probiotics

    ~ with Kerry Lepicek, RDH!

  • February 2, 2024

    The RDH View ~ The Brits Take Over!

    ~ with Cat Edney, Nina Farmer and Lauren Long

  • January 5, 2024

    The RDH View with Andrew Johnston, RDH from A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast!

  • December 1, 2023

    Exploring Volunteering Opportunities for Dental Professionals

    ~ with Dr. Sanjukta Mohanta, DDS

  • November 3, 2023

    The Career of a Restorative Dental Hygienist

    ~ with Tina Mavriyannakis, RRDH

  • October 13, 2023

    Mentoring New RDH's & Lack of Diversity & Inclusion in Dentistry

    ~ with Fiona Mattrasingh, RDH

  • September 15, 2023

    Ortho & Technology

    ~ with Liisa Moore, RDH and Lisa Hardill, RDH, BHADM

  • June 2, 2023

    The Brain and Oral Systemic Health

    ~ with Angie Stone, RDH, BS

  • May 5, 2023

    Deaf or Hard of Hearing Disparities in Dentistry

    ~ with Amanda Zubricki, RDH, BS ~ That Deaf RDH (TM)

  • February 3, 2023

    Diversity in your Office and on your Tray!

    ~ with Dr. Joy D. Void-Holmes, DHSc, BSDH, RDH

  • January 13, 2023

    Are you considering adding Myofunctional Therapy in your practice?

    ~ with Joe Siegfried, RDH, Myofunctional Therapist

  • December 2, 2022

    How to Deliver the 'After' Experience

    ~ with Kathleen Bokrossy, RDH, President of rdhu

  • October 7, 2022

    Why is Everyone Mouth Taping?

    ~ with Dr. Mandeep Johal

  • September 9, 2022

    The RDH View ~ Current Issues in Canada!

    ~ with Ondina Love

  • June 3, 2022

    Mind-Body Medicine and Dental Hygiene

    ~ with Dr. Kristen Yont, DDS

  • April 1, 2022

    Lessons Learned... When a Young Dentist Dies of Oral Cancer

    ~ with Jo-Anne Jones and Dr. Parul Dua Makkar

  • March 4, 2022

    Scale Smarter, Not Harder. 5 Pro-tips for Ultrasonic Users

    ~ with Dani Botbyl, RDH

  • February 4, 2022

    Are your hands keeping you up at night?

    ~ with Anna Louise Tolan, RDH, FADIA

  • January 7, 2022

    Bringing in 2022 with Purpose and Joy: Elevating care while empowering the dental hygiene team

    ~ with Machell Hudson

  • December 4, 2021

    The RDH View ~ Celebrates Independent Dental Hygienists

  • November 5, 2021

    Four Simple Rules for Soft Tissue Grafting

    ~ with Dr. Siavash Hassanpour

  • October 1, 2021

    Your Virtual Charting Assistant: SmartChart™

    ~ with Dr. Marc Lamarre, B.Sc., DDS, EMBA

  • September 10, 2021

    Opportunities Unlimited

    ~ with Jennifer Turner, RDH

  • June 4, 2021

    Dental Hygiene for the Orthodontic Client in 2021

    ~ with Dr. Dana Van Eslande

  • May 7, 2021

    Snoring & Sleep Apnea Management: Why Bother?

    ~ with Dr. John Viviano DDS D ABDSM and Elaine Steckel CDA

  • April 9, 2021

    Oral and Oropharyngeal Risk Prevention Strategies

    ~ with Jo-Anne Jones, RDH

  • March 5, 2021

    Work ~ Life ~ Balance

    ~ with Dr. Effie Habsha

  • February 5, 2021

    Position Yourself for Optimal Outcomes and a Balanced Life! ~ with Debi Dencek, RDH - CordEze Innovator

  • January 8, 2021

    Oral Systemic & Brain Health ~ with Machell Hudson &
    Anne O Rice

  • December 4, 2020

    Perio Potpourri ~ with Dr. Hassanpour

  • November 6, 2020

    No-Drill Dentistry ~ with Dr. Chris Kammer

  • October 3, 2020

    Caring Comes Home ~ with Susanne Currie from Crest & Oral B

  • September 11, 2020

    How To Be a Leader in Your Practice
    ~ with Tabetha Magnuszewski, RDH ~ Ivoclar

  • July 17, 2020

    Bacterial Testing is Essential

  • June 26, 2020

    How Dentistry & Dental Hygiene Emerge Stronger

  • May 22, 2020

    Up Close & Personal with Dani Botbyl, RDH

  • May 4, 2020

    The Ultimate Survival Guide to Health During Crisis

  • April 21, 2020

    Are Your Oral Cancer Screening Protocols up to Date?

  • April 7, 2020

    Soft-Tissue Diode Laser Therapy in the Dental Hygiene Practice ~ With Chrissy Ford, RDH

  • March 27, 2020

    Part 1: An Update regarding Employment Issues with Gina Bailey from the ODHA Part 2: A look at extra resources/activities for RDH's

  • January 22, 2020

    New Classifications for Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases & Conditions