Our story
Since its inception in 2009, rdhu continues to be the benchmark for providing an innovative education to dental hygienists. With over 19,000 members rdhu has emerged as a leader in dental hygiene education in Canada, and around the globe!
rdhu was created by dental hygienists for dental hygienists. Offering a variety of courses ranging from technical advancement, to quality assurance, to business development and marketing, dental hygienists turn to rdhu for a range of business and professional expertise.
rdhu was created by dental hygienists for dental hygienists. Offering a variety of courses ranging from technical advancement, to quality assurance, to business development and marketing, dental hygienists turn to rdhu for a range of business and professional expertise.
Our team
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President
Kathleen Bokrossy - RDH
Kathleen Bokrossy, RDH has been bringing engaging energy to the dental profession for over 30 years. Kathleen is the founder and president of rdhu Inc., a Professional Development company which provides team events, hands-on education and online learning with a membership of just over 16,000 dental hygienists. She is the publisher for rdhq (rdhu’s online CE Subscription) and is on the Speakers Bureau for P & G, Crest & Oral B and a K.O.L for Bisco Canada (LM Dental Instruments) and Ivoclar Vivadent. Kathleen has a passion for helping dental practices and businesses grow by keeping to her vision which is ‘Transforming the Dental Hygiene Experience’ for the clinician, the practice and their patients. -
Vice President
Beth Parkes - RDH, BSc
Beth Parkes is an engaging presenter who has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for 16 years. Beth has practiced clinical dental hygiene in both Ontario and British Columbia. She graduated with honors in 2005 and has since worked in General practice, Independent Dental Hygiene Practice, Mobile Dental Hygiene, Orthodontics and Periodontics. She is proudly the Educational Director of rdhu in Burlington, Ontario, and a Quality Assurance coach. Her vision is to help create leaders in the Dental Hygiene Profession, empowering them with knowledge and skill sets that will set them apart.