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Introducing Judith Merrill, RDH, LMSW - Sales Regional Account Manager
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How long have you been with Hu-Friedy?
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I have been with Hu-Friedy 7 and a half years.
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How did your transition from hygienist to dental industry professional take place?
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I wanted to spread my wings and experience more in the dental profession. My passion has always been public health. In 1996 I graduated with a masters in Social Work thinking that I would end up as and executive director of a non-profit. I had run Dental Health for Arlington for two years while I was in graduate school. Dental Health for Arlington has won numerous national awards including the ADA community service award in 2007. I am proud to say I have been on the board for over ten years. In 1996 I took a position with Teledyne Waterpik as an educational rep before coming to work for Hu-Friedy in 2000. I have had so many wonderful experiences I feel so blessed.
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What is your favorite part of your job?
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Educating and being a change agent in dental offices. I love helping offices organize and streamline their sterilization area when they go to the Hu-Friedy IMS cassette system...Nothing is better! I also love working with all my dealer reps. They always keep me on my toes.
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Do you have a favorite Hu-Friedy memory?
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Walking into Hu-Friedy for my interview. It was so special since I loved their instruments and had used them for years. I was so thrilled!
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What sets Hu-Friedy apart from other companies in the industry?
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They truely listen to hygienists and try to design products to make their jobs easier. The Swivel and the Everedge are prime examples.
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Is there anything you miss about being a practicing hygienist?
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My patients, they sometimes could be a challenge. 95% of the time they made my day special.
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