Coup for bush dentistry

In a major win for rural health, a former president of the Australian Dental Association (Queensland Branch) has been appointed to Goondir Health Clinic at Dalby. Dr Ralph Kelsey will bring his passion for community service to the role of Dental Services Team Leader at The University of Queensland School of Dentistry satellite clinic. Acting Head of School, Associate Professor Pauline Ford , described his arrival as a coup for both the region and the university. "We're extremely fortunate to benefit from having someone of Dr Kelsey's calibre and standing at the Dalby clinic," Dr Ford said. "Ralph has spoken enthusiastically about the opportunity to contribute to the knowledge and experience of future dental practitioners. "His experience in both private practice and hospital clinics provides an excellent basis for others to learn from and serve Dalby and surrounding areas." A graduate of UQ in 1983, Dr Kelsey has enjoyed a diverse career, including three years working with the Ministry of Defence and Aviation in Saudi Arabia. Most recently he has been based in Central Queensland, and has previously worked in regional hospital dental clinics in Nambour and Ipswich.