Show notes
If you missed us back in May at the DTS you can now catch up with our conversations we had in the Dental Pod. We have two parts to this episode kicking off part 1 and a very impactful conversation with Shaenna Loughnane.Shaenna Loughnane is Chief Executive Officer of Bridge2Aid, where she leads work to improve access to oral healthcare in East Africa and the UK through locally led, sustainable partnerships. With over 20 years in the voluntary sector and a previous career building an award-winning healthcare business, she brings both strategic insight and hands-on experience to her role. Alongside this, she is Chair of The Keepers – Wotton Area Community Hub, volunteers with Cranfield Trust, and supports sector development through her role with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.The conversation covers the partnership between Bridge2Aid and Den-Tech, the impact of Den-Tech's involvement in training and mentorship, the role of dental therapists, challenges and solutions in dental care, and the impact on local communities. It also discusses volunteering and fundraising opportunities for those interested in supporting the cause.TakeawaysTraining and education in oral healthPartnership and collaborationChapters00:00 Introduction and Charity Overview01:40 Partnership with Dentech03:13 Impact of Dentech's Involvement04:10 Role of Dental Therapists05:27 Training and Collaboration06:21 Dental Care in Tanzania07:32 Challenges and Solutions11:15 Training and Mentorship13:10 Impact on Local Communities26:45 Volunteering and FundraisingMusic Licenced from Premium Beats. Licence ID: N7A69UNBLBBSE0S4
