Dear WFO Fellows and Student Members,
Warm greetings to all!
It is with great honor and excitement that I begin my five-year journey as President of the WFO. As we step into this new chapter together, I would like to share my vision and enthusiasm for advancing the art and science of orthodontics worldwide.
First, it was such a delight to see so many of you at the IOC this fall. It was truly exciting to meet up again with a huge number of worldrenowned professionals, distinguished colleagues, and close friends from around the globe as we were inspired by speakers and learned from their world-class scientific and clinical presentations. And of course, experiencing the unique joy of Rio de Janeiro and Brazilian culture together was the experience of a lifetime for many of us.
A sincere thank you to the IOC Organizing Committee, ABOR, and our exceptional Meeting Chair, Dr. Flavia Artese, for creating such a remarkable event that will resonate with all of us for years to come.
As we look to the future, I am thrilled to welcome our new WFO Executive Committee members. At the same time, we extend our deepest gratitude to those who have retired from the EC, and to our continuing members for their invaluable contribution. While we will greatly miss those departing, we celebrate the friendship and wisdom they have shared and look forward to building on our shared vision with our incoming leaders. The following pages will introduce you to our new, continuing, and retired leaders. Please take a moment to read about the exceptional talent guiding our federation.
The coming years promise exciting opportunities for all of us. We are resolved to expand our resources, strengthen global orthodontic education, mentor the next generation of leaders, and share cutting-edge research and clinical insights. I encourage every member, Fellow and Student alike, to embrace these opportunities, engage fully, and contribute to our shared mission of advancing excellence in orthodontics.
In the meantime, please be sure to take advantage of all the benefits your WFO membership offers: join our webinars, revisit archived webinars, and explore the latest studies in the JWFO. Connect with peers, exchange ideas, and be inspired by the vibrant conversations on our social media platforms.
I look forward to seeing you all in person as I travel to affiliate meetings around the world. Together, let us continue to build a future where the WFO not only supports orthodontic excellence but also fosters a global community united by passion, learning, and friendship.
With warm regards and boundless enthusiasm,
Letizia Perillo
President
World Federation of Orthodontists.
