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Time for #MissionAccomplishedMondays… Dr. Dan Go! Dr. Dan Go is pleased to give back to Vietnam war veteran, John C. by giving him dentures so that he is able to confidently chew and smile.  John was a firefighter and damage control guy in the Navy.
He wasn’t well received when he returned from war and managed much challenges in his transition. He worked various jobs with the last 21 years as a maintenance mechanic until he had a stroke in 2008 and his PTSD surfaced. He had to quit his job. John has limited vision and enjoys his quiet and mainly independent life at home. Thank you for your service, John! We provide opportunities for dentists across the country to give back to just one combat veteran in their private offices. Please help spread the word to all dentists so they can partner with us to honor our combat veterans. Presently, we have many opportunities for dentists in California and Arizona. Be like Dr. Go and change the life of a combat veteran!
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Time for #MissionAccomplishedMondays… Dr. Greg Yen!  A big thank-you to Dr. Greg Yen of Seatac, Washington for donating new dentures to Vietnam War Veteran Michael S! Since coming home from the war, Michael Hhas struggled with PTSD. To this day, he cannot talk about his war days. That struggle resulted in two divorces and a battle with alcoholism. Despite that, Michael continues to find joy in life. He has been a recovering alcoholic for the past 30 years, and has fulfilled his wish to experience different parts of the country by living in 15 different states in the past 40 years. In his retirement, Michael has some limitations from the challenge of vascular problems in his legs, but enjoys taking care of his 7 wild neutered cats. Michael is enjoying eating again, especially vegetables, and could not be happier with his dentures. Dr. Yen was pleased with the opportunity to honor Michael with new dentures. Thank you for your service, Michael!
We provide opportunities for dentists across the country to give back to a combat veteran in their private offices. Please help spread the word to all dentists so they can partner with us to honor our combat veterans. Presently, we have many opportunities for dentists in California and Arizona. Be like Dr. Greg Yen and change the life of a combat veteran! Time for #MissionAccomplishedMondays Week 9! A big thank-you to Dr. Susan Chen of Issaquah, Washington for donating her time and services to Vietnam War Veteran Walter S. Walter was with the Army and supported the AirForce with clearing the jungle and protecting the base from guerrilla raids trying to steal supplies. Transitioning back home was very challenging and Walter persisted with school and got his degree in Geology. He worked as a Geologist and later in construction. Due to some health challenges, Walter became unemployed. We provide opportunities for dentists across the country to give back to a combat veteran in their private offices. Please help spread the word to all dentists so they can partner with us to honor our combat veterans. Presently, we have many opportunities for dentists in California and Arizona. Be like Dr. Susan Chen and change the life of a combat veteran!  Time for #MissionAccomplishedMondays… Week 8! A big thank-you to Dr. George Gosztola of Kent, Washington for donating his time and services to Afghan war veteran, Daniel S. Daniel served in Afghanistan as a Behaviour Health Specialist, worked with artillery and also did road clearance among other things. Transitioning home has been a challenge, but Daniel is persevering with going to school. He is now at Seattle University, working on his Business Finance degree and enjoying good dental health thanks to Dr. Gosztola! We provide opportunities for dentists across the country to give back to a combat veteran in their private offices. Please help spread the word to all dentists so they can partner with us to honor our combat veterans. Presently, we have many opportunities for dentists in California and Arizona. Be like Dr. Gosztola and change the life of a combat veteran!  Time for #MissionAccomplishedMondays… Week 7! A big thank-you to Dr. Paul Isaacson of Olympia, Washington for donating his time and services to Iraq War Veteran Antonio M. Antonio served in Mosul as a Reconnaissance Calvary Scout and was hit by 3 IEDs. Since coming home, he enjoys spending time with his family, and woodworking. He is about to complete a two-year program in welding, and also plans on completing an auto-body repair program. We wish him the best!  We provide opportunities for dentists across the country to give back to a combat veteran in their private offices. Please help spread the word to all dentists so they can partner with us to honor our combat veterans. Presently, we have many opportunities for dentists in California and Arizona. Be like Dr. Issacson and change the life of a combat veteran!
Time for #MissionAccomplishedMondays… Week 6! A big thank-you to Dr. Mike Jensen of Mill Plain Dental Center in Vancouver, WA for donating his time and services to Iraq War Veteran, Josh. Dr. Jensen and his staff are a wonderful example of how the community can come forward and be the change in the life of a combat veteran! Joshua had a tough time reintegrating and is now recovering very well in a VA program. We wish him continued progress!  We provide opportunities for dentists across the country to give back to a combat veteran in their private offices. Please help spread the word to all dentists so they can partner with us to honor our combat veterans. Presently, we have many opportunities for dentists in California and Arizona. Be like Dr. Jensen and change the life of a combat veteran!
Time for #MissionAccomplishedMondays… Week 5! Thank you to Dr. Merle Nunemaker for helping Iraq War Veteran, Denise M.  So great to see the dental community giving back to veterans who’ve returned from combat. Denise M. was a combat medic of the Iraq war who herself sustained much injuries from a mortar explosion and underwent multiple surgeries. She is completing school to be a Registered Nurse on the GI Bill. Her family has been a great support to her. However, dental care was out of reach but Dr. Merle Nunemaker (Kansas City, MO) volunteered his services and took care of that for her. Thank you so much, Dr. Nunemaker!
We provide opportunities for dentists across the country to give back to a combat veteran in their private offices. Please help spread the word to all dentists so they can partner with us to honor our combat veterans. Presently, we have many opportunities for dentists in California and Arizona. Be like Dr. Nunemaker and change the life of a combat veteran! Time for #MissionAccomplishedMondays… Week 4! A big thank-you to Dr. Judy Huey of Scottsdale, Arizona for donating her time and services to Iraq War Veteran Prentice S, who is presently going to school for a business degree. We thank you for your service, Prentice. Be like Dr. Huey and be the change in the life of a combat veteran!  Welcome to #MissionAccomplishedMondays… Week 3! Calling all dentists in California, especially SF/ Sacramento/San Jose areas: Our combat veterans are in need of your assistance! Dr. Cheryl Goldasich of Torrence, CA heard about E4V and was happy to give back to Iraq War veteran, Eribiel.  She gave her the gift of comprehensive dental care including a bridge for her front teeth and a beautiful smile! Eribiel served in the army as a 88M Truck Driver and her job was to assist in getting everyone out of Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Returning stateside has been challenging due to back injuries and needing lots of treatment. She sometimes needs to use a walker. Her husband is her caregiver and also takes care of their 3 year old twins, while Eribiel’s mom helps with all of the cooking. Eribiel is unemployed at this time and Rogelio had to change to working part-time to help Eribiel.
Be like Dr. Goldasich and be the change in the life of a combat veteran! Time for #MissionAccomplishedMondays... Week 2! We are so grateful to have the support of the Dean, college of dentistry, University of Iowa, Dr. David Johnsen, in honoring veterans who’ve returned from combat areas and needing dental care. What a great message for the dental students to learn about giving back to veterans who were in harm's way for the country. University of Iowa dental student, Craig Kozeluh, was happy to have the opportunity to give back to Vietnam War veteran and Purple Heart recipient, Jerry Schindler. Jerry deployed to Vietnam and was there for 2 years as an Advanced Medical Specialist and Flight Medic. He carried wounded soldiers, dealt with amputations and gunshot wounds including suturing, basically being the “doctor” in the field. He even delivered babies.  During a rescue mission by helicopter, they took a rocket to the side of their helicopter. His body armor took a 2 inch piece of metal and for his injuries was presented the Purple Heart while in his hospital bed in 1968. Returning stateside, he was “traumatized” and suffered from severe PTSD.
He feels more blessed than some. He married within 2 weeks of returning, went to the University of Michigan and trained as a Respiratory Therapist. He worked in that field for about 7 years. Then, he got a Bachelors Degree in Theology and was in the Ministry for 25 years as an Assistant Pastor. Jerry retired in Jan 2017 to a very modest income and checks in with his psychologist when he hits some rough patches. Jerry, we thank you for your service! Be like Dr. Johnsen and Craig and be the change in the life of a combat veteran! |
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