Dr. Shawn Hedlund Named 163rd President of Iowa Dental Association
News Context
At a glance
- Shawn Hedlund of Iowa City as its 163rd president on April 29.
- Hedlund is a graduate of the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and maintains a practice at Melrose Dental Office.
- Prior to his appointment as president, Hedlund served the association as a treasurer and as a trustee for the University District.
The Iowa Dental Association installed Dr. Shawn Hedlund of Iowa City as its 163rd president on April 29. The installation took place during the organization’s Annual Session held in Des Moines.
Dr. Hedlund is a graduate of the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and maintains a practice at Melrose Dental Office.
Prior to his appointment as president, Hedlund served the association as a treasurer and as a trustee for the University District.
Board of Trustees Appointments
In addition to the presidential installation, the Iowa Dental Association appointed four new members to its Board of Trustees during the session:

- Dr. Stephanie Nettleton of Mason City was elected for the North Central District.
- Dr. Karl Koelling of Kingsley was appointed for the Northwest District.
- Dr. Mary Wettach of Mount Pleasant was appointed for the Southeast District.
- Dr. Anne Hennessey of Cedar Falls was elected for the Waterloo District.
