Minnesota Dental Association Announces New Leadership Team
New officers and trustees were installed at the Minnesota Dental Association’s Leadership Conference on September 19 in Minneapolis.
The newly elected 2025–2026 officers include Dr. Scott Wagnild as president; Dr. John Noack as president-elect; Dr. Aruna Rao as first vice president; Dr. Loren Taple as second vice president; and Dr. Alejandro Aguirre as treasurer. Dr. Stephen McDonnell continues his term as speaker of the house.
Dr. Scott Wagnild practices at Northern Lakes Dental in Fergus Falls. Dr. Noack practices at Professional Dental Group in Northfield. Dr. Aruna Rao practices at Koala Dental Care in St. Cloud. Dr. Aguirre recently retired and resides in Plymouth. Dr. Steve McDonnell resides in St. Paul. Dr. Loren Taple practices at Northwood Dental in Eagan.
Reelected to a second term as trustee was Dr. Paul Morgan (Winona), Southeastern District.
Elected to fill an expiring term as trustee was Dr. Scott Larson (Blackduck), Northwestern District.
Other trustees currently serving include Dr. LeeAnn Herbert (Minneapolis), Minneapolis District; Dr. Michael Ahn (Hastings), Saint Paul District; Dr. Nathan Pedersen (Hibbing), Northeastern District; Dr. Seth Huiras (Montgomery), Southern District; Dr. Brandon Ulstad (Madison), West Central District; and Mr. Michael Bylander (Minneapolis), Student District.
The Association prepares for a successful year under the guidance of these outstanding leaders.
The Minnesota Dental Association is the voice of dentistry in Minnesota, representing practicing dentists. It is committed to the highest standards of oral health and access to care for all Minnesotans.
Source: www.mndental.org
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