Our Mission
Empowering dentists of Northeast Indiana to serve the community with excellence and compassion.
Where we serve
The Isaac Knapp District Dental Society is one of 13 dental districts in Indiana. We’re proud to serve the 10 counties that comprise Northeastern Indiana:
- Adams
- Allen
- DeKalb
- Huntington
- Jay
- LaGrange
- Noble
- Steuben
- Wells
- Whitley
Our Core Values
Collegiality
Friendly and professional relationships are what make this society great!
Community
Community is only authentic when a network of people are built on trust and have each other’s best interests in mind.
Integrity
No matter where anyone is in their career, doing the right thing even when no one is watching is mandatory.
Education
We have a deep commitment to continued learning as well as the collaborative sharing of knowledge and experience.
Cooperation
We always make sure we are working together toward a common mission to serve our region well.
Evidence-Based
We are at our best when we are relying on science, reliable data, and research when making decisions and assisting one another.
Oral & Systemic Health
A commitment to a bigger picture of health and wellness that takes into account the whole person and the whole body is how we accomplish our mission.
Our Affiliates & Partners
From foundations to committees to community groups, IKDDS has partnered with organizations all over the district to further our mission of serving Northeast Indiana with excellence.
Our Leadership
Dr. Yash Singh
President
Dr. Matthew Kolkman
President-Elect
Dr. Doug Jansen
Treasurer
Dr. Joseph Platt
Secretary
Dr. Rob Chenoweth
Immediate Past President
Dr. Benjamin Yoder
Trustee
Mrs. Jamee Lock
Executive Director
Dr. Brian Hoagburg
Board Member
Dr. Kimbra Druley
Board Member
Dr. Emily Johnson
Board Member
Dr. Jill Torkeo
Board Member
Dr. Kreg Terry
Board Member
Dr. Ryan Zimmerman
Board Member
Dr. Ryan Hart
Board Member
Dr. Claire Hemphill
Board Member
Dr. Jake Yager
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