Richard J. Rosato, D.M.D., voted ADA president-elect

Concord, New Hampshire, oral surgeon served as Association trustee

Richard J. Rosato, D.M.D., a Concord, New Hampshire, oral surgeon was voted ADA president-elect by the House of Delegates Oct. 22 in New Orleans.

Dr. Rosato served as 1st District trustee, chair of the ADA Council on Ethics, Bylaws and Judicial Affairs and president of the New Hampshire Dental Association. He received his dental degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.

“I know your vision. We share that vision. Let’s create that vision,” Dr. Rosato said.

Dr. Rosato ran against Chad R. Leighty, D.D.S., of Marion, Indiana; Rudy T. Liddell, D.M.D., of Valrico, Florida; Maria C. Maranga, D.D.S., of Northport, New York; and Michael D. Medovic, D.D.S., of Wheeling, West Virginia. He won after three runoff votes.

“That was just a little stressful,” Dr. Rosato joked. “This is an incredible journey to go through.”

In his campaign statement, Dr. Rosato pledged to create a culture of belonging at the ADA, where all voices are heard.

“As practitioners, we make a difference in the daily lives of millions of patients. As president-elect, I will work to ensure we continue to move in the direction we choose for ourselves,” Dr. Rosato wrote. “Just as we are in our individual practices, our ADA must be fiscally responsible and the model of an ethical profession that brings us pride and respect. I have seen the power of unity and will continue to work alongside our dedicated leaders.”