president’s message

President’s Message

Hello Fellow ABFO Diplomates,

I hope this message finds you well. As we begin another year of important work in forensic odontology, I would like to take a moment to recognize and celebrate one of our newest achievements as an organization.

Please join me in congratulating Lindsay Spears on the successful completion of the ABFO Board certification process. This is a significant professional accomplishment, and we are proud to welcome Lindsey among our Diplomates. Achievements like this reflect the strength of our standards and the continued growth of our specialty.

As President, my primary goals this year center on bridging the gap between science and practice to help unify and strengthen the ABFO. Through continued emphasis on education, we aim to support the integration of evolving scientific knowledge into practical application, while also promoting the development and recruitment of new professionals into the field of forensic odontology. Equally important is fostering open communication and collaboration among our Diplomates so that we continue to learn from and support one another.

We are especially excited about our upcoming educational course in partnership with the ADA and IACME, taking place in Las Vegas July 19–21. This collaborative effort represents an important step forward in expanding interdisciplinary education and advancing professional standards across related fields.

In addition, we remain committed to strengthening our organization through meaningful partnerships. We look forward to continued collaboration and relationship building with the IACME, ASFO, and AAFS as we work together to advance forensic odontology and elevate its impact within the broader forensic and dental communities.

Thank you for your dedication to the ABFO and to the important work we share. I look forward to all we will accomplish together in the coming year.

Warm regards,

Mark Eilers DMD DABFO