Continuing Education Lecture Series

      Attention RIDA Members and Dentists!

This is an essential course for Administrative Dental Team Members and Front Desk to Attend

Complimentary for RIDA Member Dentists

For Administrative, Front Desk, Hygienists and Dental Assistants:  $50.00

Friday, December 4, 2026, Cranston Country Club, 9:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M.

   Doors will open, and breakfast at 8:00 AM

Italian Lunch to be served at or around noon 

 

Speaker: Gary Salman, "Cyber Security/AI, Focused on Business Administration"

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Gary Salman is recognized as both a seasoned security expert and a visionary leader in healthcare technology.   In the late 1990s, he developed one of the earliest cloud‑based dental practice management systems, which was acquired by a publicly traded company in 2002.   This early work laid the foundation for his later focus on integrating AI and cybersecurity into business administration for healthcare providers.    At this lecture, he will apply AI (Artificial Intelligence) concepts to dental business management.  

Beyond technology, Salman has over 17 years as an instructor at West Point and serves as a Deputy Sheriff.  He is also a member of InfraGard, a national cybersecurity law enforcement program. This dual background in law enforcement and business administration informs his approach to incident response, compliance, and organizational security.

Salman’s work bridges artificial intelligence and business administration in healthcare. He is a frequent lecturer at national dental association meetings, training tens of thousands of dental healthcare professionals on best practices for securing practices and mitigating AI‑driven cyber threats. His presentations often address how AI (Artificial Intelligence) can be leveraged for risk management, operational efficiency, and cybersecurity in dental and medical business operations.

Gary Salman has been featured in over 100 prestigious dental, medical, legal, and financial publications, underscoring his influence as a thought leader.   The Rhode Island Dental Association looks forward to welcoming Gary Salman to the Cranston Country Club for the professional development of our dentists, administrative staff members and other members of the dental team.  

 

 

Thank you to all of our wonderful attendees and presenters who participated in the 2026 Ocean State Dental Conference!

We look forward to seeing you next year!

Click Here to Explore the 2026 Program Guide!

 

Welcome to the Rhode Island Dental Association

The Rhode Island Dental Association (RIDA) is a professional organization of Rhode Island dentists dedicated to the service of the public and advancement of the profession through education, advocacy, and member services. We serve as our members' main source of information on oral health in Rhode Island. RIDA members have access to local, state and federal political advocacy, Continuing Education, marketing services and more.

The RIDA is also an invaluable resource for the general public. Whether you are looking for a dentist close to you, want to learn the latest on oral health or have questions about oral health, the Rhode Island Dental Association is here to help you.

Members of the RIDA have made a special commitment to uphold the ethical code, practice standards and mission of the RIDA: to improve the dental health of the public and to promote the art and science of dentistry.     Your dentist's membership in the Rhode Island Dental Association is a reflection of his or her dedication for the profession of dentistry and to you, the patient.  

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