Dear Valued NDA Members,
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the upgraded website of the Nepal Dental Association. I extend my heartfelt gratitude for entrusting me and the new executive committee with the opportunity to serve the Nepali dental fraternity over the next two years. Our commitment to this service is continually strengthened by the support and trust bestowed upon us by all NDA members and the broader dental community in Nepal.
The COVID-19 pandemic presented unique challenges, placing us in uncharted territory as we navigated an uncertain future. I want to express my sincere appreciation for the frontline workers combating the pandemic and for the dedication of dentists to ensure the availability of dental healthcare even during challenging times.
As we assume our roles as the new office bearers of the NDA, we are acutely aware of the longstanding challenges within Nepali dentistry. Remedies have been sparse, but we are steadfast in our determination to work diligently for the betterment of the Nepali dental fraternity in the days ahead. A primary focus for the next two years will be enhancing the nationwide presence of the Nepal Dental Association, and strengthening collaboration with regional NDA branches to improve ground-level impact. Additionally, we aim to foster international collaboration, exploring mutual interests with the global dental community.
The recent upgrade of the NDA website is one of our initial initiatives. We believe the website serves as a valuable platform to showcase our activities, ensuring transparency, enhancing communication with our esteemed members, and fostering ties with the international dental fraternity. The long-awaited online membership portal will soon be activated, streamlining the process for young and dynamic members to join the NDA family with minimal administrative hurdles. We are committed to updating the online member database, with ambitious plans to make our website the primary source of information and communication regarding our activities.
I express gratitude to the current executive team for spearheading the improvement of our digital platforms, including the website, online membership portal, and the NDA Virtual Academic Network (VAN). This collective effort signifies an effective transformation of the NDA into the digital era. Special thanks to our valued members who have identified and highlighted areas for improvement in our digital presence, leading to this transformation. We welcome your suggestions and constructive criticisms as we continue to explore and enhance these areas. Together, through our collective efforts and shared visions, we look forward to advancing Nepali Dentistry.
Warm Regards,
Dr. Suvit Maskey,
President,
Nepal Dental Association