Committee

Bill Suen

Chair

Bill Suen is currently the CEO of DHAA and has extensive experience in a range of organisations in both the public and private sectors. A pharmacist by trade and with qualifications in health administration and business management, he has held many executive, academic and regulatory roles in the health sector. Previous appointments included clinical director roles in both public and private hospitals, general manager and CEO roles at a range of professional associations, medical supply and health IT companies. He has served on the Pharmacy Board, the Australian Pharmacy Council as well as being an AHPRA examiner and professional standard panel member and chair. He had also held senior lecturer, senior research fellow and other academic positions at the Monash, La Trobe and RMIT universities as well as the Chifley Business School. His academic focuses are on marketing and operations management of clinical services.

Bill Suen

Bill Suen is currently the CEO of DHAA and has extensive experience in a range of organisations in both the public and private sectors. A pharmacist by trade and with qualifications in health administration and business management, he has held many executive, academic and regulatory roles in the health sector. Previous appointments included clinical director roles in both public and private hospitals, general manager and CEO roles at a range of professional associations, medical supply and health IT companies. He has served on the Pharmacy Board, the Australian Pharmacy Council as well as being an AHPRA examiner and professional standard panel member and chair. He had also held senior lecturer, senior research fellow and other academic positions at the Monash, La Trobe and RMIT universities as well as the Chifley Business School. His academic focuses are on marketing and operations management of clinical services.

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Tylen Burt

Tylen Burt is the Director of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for the Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists’ Association. He has been an active member for nine years and has served on the QLD Branch member (since 2017) and actively lobbied on the profession’s behalf as former Director of Advocacy which included writing submissions, attending meetings, and liaising with Directors, staff, and stakeholders to further the Association and members objectives. He feels fortunate to be part of such a dedicated team of Board Directors, Company Secretary, Branch Chairs and Branch Officers and has the ongoing goal to achieve ADOHTA's mission and adhere to its objectives. To have seen and been part of the huge milestones achieved for the Oral Health profession through the hard work and determination of the Association’s leadership, staff and membership. Through his involvement with ADOHTA, Tylen continues to learn from those who are experts in their fields, and it's this continued experience and mentorship (both from within the Association and beyond) that's developed his own leadership qualities.

Tylen Burt

Tylen Burt is the Director of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for the Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists’ Association. He has been an active member for nine years and has served on the QLD Branch member (since 2017) and actively lobbied on the profession’s behalf as former Director of Advocacy which included writing submissions, attending meetings, and liaising with Directors, staff, and stakeholders to further the Association and members objectives. He feels fortunate to be part of such a dedicated team of Board Directors, Company Secretary, Branch Chairs and Branch Officers and has the ongoing goal to achieve ADOHTA's mission and adhere to its objectives. To have seen and been part of the huge milestones achieved for the Oral Health profession through the hard work and determination of the Association’s leadership, staff and membership. Through his involvement with ADOHTA, Tylen continues to learn from those who are experts in their fields, and it's this continued experience and mentorship (both from within the Association and beyond) that's developed his own leadership qualities.

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William ‘CJ’ Carlson-Jones

William 'CJ' Carlson-Jones is the President of the Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists’ Association. He is an Oral Health Therapist currently working as a lecturer with the University of Sydney teaching their Bachelor of Oral Health program. Completing further education in oral health, education and business administration, CJ has strong aspirations to raise awareness of the important roles played by oral health professionals in improving access to care. CJ has also commenced a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) with the University of Queensland. His research will focus primarily on the impact the transitional workforce from dental therapist to oral health therapist might have on consumers, public dental services, tertiary institutions, and regional areas. CJ is a strong advocate for a team approach to dental care and continues to strive for high-level corporate governance through his membership with the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD).

William ‘CJ’ Carlson-Jones

William 'CJ' Carlson-Jones is the President of the Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists’ Association. He is an Oral Health Therapist currently working as a lecturer with the University of Sydney teaching their Bachelor of Oral Health program. Completing further education in oral health, education and business administration, CJ has strong aspirations to raise awareness of the important roles played by oral health professionals in improving access to care. CJ has also commenced a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) with the University of Queensland. His research will focus primarily on the impact the transitional workforce from dental therapist to oral health therapist might have on consumers, public dental services, tertiary institutions, and regional areas. CJ is a strong advocate for a team approach to dental care and continues to strive for high-level corporate governance through his membership with the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD).

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Jinous Eighani-Roushani

Jinous is a registered Oral Health Therapist/Adult Scope with a strong foundation in both theoretical and clinical knowledge. Currently She holds the position of NSW director for DHAA and National CPD Chair. She has experience working in private, public hospitals, and corporate settings. She has held casual academic positions at Newcastle University and Sydney University, showcasing her passion for teaching and continuing education. Currently, Jinous actively participates in teaching as a Professional Educator for Colgate Palmolive and an oral health promotion committee member within Sydney Local Health District. She is dedicated to making a positive impact on her patients' lives. As a Clinical Lead, Jinous is responsible for delivering training and providing support to dental practices, ensuring they remain compliant with regulations and facilitating improvements in customer care outcomes. She is highly motivated and committed to inspiring learners in oral health promotion and prevention.

Jinous Eighani-Roushani

Jinous is a registered Oral Health Therapist/Adult Scope with a strong foundation in both theoretical and clinical knowledge. Currently She holds the position of NSW director for DHAA and National CPD Chair. She has experience working in private, public hospitals, and corporate settings. She has held casual academic positions at Newcastle University and Sydney University, showcasing her passion for teaching and continuing education. Currently, Jinous actively participates in teaching as a Professional Educator for Colgate Palmolive and an oral health promotion committee member within Sydney Local Health District. She is dedicated to making a positive impact on her patients' lives. As a Clinical Lead, Jinous is responsible for delivering training and providing support to dental practices, ensuring they remain compliant with regulations and facilitating improvements in customer care outcomes. She is highly motivated and committed to inspiring learners in oral health promotion and prevention.

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Michelle Kuss

Michelle is a Dental Hygienist, having graduated with an Associate Diploma in Dental Hygiene, has over 35 years of experience in clinical practice and currently works in specialist periodontal practice in Adelaide, South Australia. She has been a clinical tutor for final year Bachelor of Oral health (BOH) and 3rd year Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) students at Adelaide University and was a member of the SA AHPRA Notifications committee for 3 years. She has been an active member of the DHAA at a state level for many years, including as President of the South Australian Committee, she currently holds the role of SA Director and Treasurer on the DHAA National Board. Michelle represented the DHAA at the IFDH HoD meeting, The Hague, 1992. She has been a member of the organising committee for the DHAA’s National Scientific Symposia, 2020/21, 2022 and 2023.

Michelle Kuss

Michelle is a Dental Hygienist, having graduated with an Associate Diploma in Dental Hygiene, has over 35 years of experience in clinical practice and currently works in specialist periodontal practice in Adelaide, South Australia. She has been a clinical tutor for final year Bachelor of Oral health (BOH) and 3rd year Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) students at Adelaide University and was a member of the SA AHPRA Notifications committee for 3 years. She has been an active member of the DHAA at a state level for many years, including as President of the South Australian Committee, she currently holds the role of SA Director and Treasurer on the DHAA National Board. Michelle represented the DHAA at the IFDH HoD meeting, The Hague, 1992. She has been a member of the organising committee for the DHAA’s National Scientific Symposia, 2020/21, 2022 and 2023.

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Dr Roisin McGrath

Roisin has worked for over 30 years in the field of oral health and is a qualified dental assistant, dental hygienist and dental therapist. She has worked extensively in private and public dental settings, and is experienced in learning and teaching, research, oral health promotion, dental public health, program management, workforce development and training, supporting organizational change, and implementing new models of care. Roisin is the Director Bachelor of Oral Health Program at the University of Melbourne and Learning, Design and Systems Consultant at Dental Health Services Victoria. She is also a licenced Mental Health First Aid instructor and delivers MHFA training to people in the oral health sector.

Dr Roisin McGrath

Roisin has worked for over 30 years in the field of oral health and is a qualified dental assistant, dental hygienist and dental therapist. She has worked extensively in private and public dental settings, and is experienced in learning and teaching, research, oral health promotion, dental public health, program management, workforce development and training, supporting organizational change, and implementing new models of care. Roisin is the Director Bachelor of Oral Health Program at the University of Melbourne and Learning, Design and Systems Consultant at Dental Health Services Victoria. She is also a licenced Mental Health First Aid instructor and delivers MHFA training to people in the oral health sector.

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Jessica Pennay

Jessica Pennay is the Vice President of the Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists' Association. She is an Oral Health Therapist with adult scope currently working in public dental at Oral Health Services Tasmania (OHST) in Hobart. Jessica's very passionate about community-based prevention and making a positive impact in her patients' lives, which led her to postgraduate study completing a Master of Public Health with Distinction in 2022. Jessica is a Finalist for the 2024 Tasmanian Young Achiever Awards, and has mentored OHT students, supported new graduates and fellow team members. She's previously held the role of Director of Governance with ADOHTA, is a current VIC-TAS Branch Officer and represents ADOHTA through the National Oral Health Alliance (NOHA) and the EAG (Provider Number Expert Advisory Group). Jessica is committed to advocating for public health policy to address the social determinants of health and health inequalities that exist in Australia, and ultimately advance oral health outcomes and improve overall general health. Jessica is passionate about working collaboratively with policymakers and legislators to promote policies that increase access to dental care, expand dental coverage for vulnerable populations, and prioritise preventive oral health initiatives to significantly improve health outcomes for all Australians.

Jessica Pennay

Jessica Pennay is the Vice President of the Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists' Association. She is an Oral Health Therapist with adult scope currently working in public dental at Oral Health Services Tasmania (OHST) in Hobart. Jessica's very passionate about community-based prevention and making a positive impact in her patients' lives, which led her to postgraduate study completing a Master of Public Health with Distinction in 2022. Jessica is a Finalist for the 2024 Tasmanian Young Achiever Awards, and has mentored OHT students, supported new graduates and fellow team members. She's previously held the role of Director of Governance with ADOHTA, is a current VIC-TAS Branch Officer and represents ADOHTA through the National Oral Health Alliance (NOHA) and the EAG (Provider Number Expert Advisory Group). Jessica is committed to advocating for public health policy to address the social determinants of health and health inequalities that exist in Australia, and ultimately advance oral health outcomes and improve overall general health. Jessica is passionate about working collaboratively with policymakers and legislators to promote policies that increase access to dental care, expand dental coverage for vulnerable populations, and prioritise preventive oral health initiatives to significantly improve health outcomes for all Australians.

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Robyn Riley

Robyn is a dual qualified Dental Therapist/Dental Hygienist, graduating in 1991 from Curtin University, WA. She's worked in both the public and private sectors in general practice and for the past 12 years at a specialist paediatric practice. She is currently a sessional educator with the OHT students at Curtin University. Since graduating, she's been a member of DTHA WA then ADOHTA and has held executive positions for many of those years on the branch committee as president, treasurer, and state representative on the National Board. For the past 2 years Robyn was the ADOHTA Director of CPD and chair of the organising committee for the ADOHTA international conference held in Melbourne in 2023. Currently, she is the ADOHTA director for oral health promotion. Robyn is a dual qualified Dental Therapist/Dental Hygienist, graduating in 1991 from Curtin University, WA. She's worked in both the public and private sectors in general practice and for the past 12 years at a specialist paediatric practice. Robyn's also currently a sessional educator with the OHT students at Curtin University. Since graduating, she's been a member of DTHA WA then ADOHTA and has held executive positions for many of those years on the branch committee as president, treasurer and state representative on the National Board. For the past 2 years Robyn was the ADOHTA Director of CPD.

Robyn Riley

Robyn is a dual qualified Dental Therapist/Dental Hygienist, graduating in 1991 from Curtin University, WA. She's worked in both the public and private sectors in general practice and for the past 12 years at a specialist paediatric practice. She is currently a sessional educator with the OHT students at Curtin University. Since graduating, she's been a member of DTHA WA then ADOHTA and has held executive positions for many of those years on the branch committee as president, treasurer, and state representative on the National Board. For the past 2 years Robyn was the ADOHTA Director of CPD and chair of the organising committee for the ADOHTA international conference held in Melbourne in 2023. Currently, she is the ADOHTA director for oral health promotion. Robyn is a dual qualified Dental Therapist/Dental Hygienist, graduating in 1991 from Curtin University, WA. She's worked in both the public and private sectors in general practice and for the past 12 years at a specialist paediatric practice. Robyn's also currently a sessional educator with the OHT students at Curtin University. Since graduating, she's been a member of DTHA WA then ADOHTA and has held executive positions for many of those years on the branch committee as president, treasurer and state representative on the National Board. For the past 2 years Robyn was the ADOHTA Director of CPD.

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Carol Tran

DHAA National President Carol Tran is an Oral Health Therapist with more than nine years of clinical experience, ranging from private practice across Victoria and Queensland to university teaching and managing a variety of research projects. She has extensive experience in teaching within the professional environment, including lecturing in caries management, periodontology, and general dentistry. Prior to this, she served as a coordinator for dental pre-clinic/simulation clinics for five years. As a lecturer at the University of Queensland, she was involved in the curriculum review as the chair of the Year 1 committee. She was also heavily involved in project management, policy development, and strategic integration across the BDSc and BOralH programs. Her research focus is oriented around projects with direct clinical relevance. This research encompasses periodontology, implant dentistry, microbiology and cariology. She submitted her PhD thesis in 2017. Carol has served on DHAA boards and committees since 2010.

Carol Tran

DHAA National President Carol Tran is an Oral Health Therapist with more than nine years of clinical experience, ranging from private practice across Victoria and Queensland to university teaching and managing a variety of research projects. She has extensive experience in teaching within the professional environment, including lecturing in caries management, periodontology, and general dentistry. Prior to this, she served as a coordinator for dental pre-clinic/simulation clinics for five years. As a lecturer at the University of Queensland, she was involved in the curriculum review as the chair of the Year 1 committee. She was also heavily involved in project management, policy development, and strategic integration across the BDSc and BOralH programs. Her research focus is oriented around projects with direct clinical relevance. This research encompasses periodontology, implant dentistry, microbiology and cariology. She submitted her PhD thesis in 2017. Carol has served on DHAA boards and committees since 2010.

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