Oakstone Set to Expand Dental Education Program with Appointment of Dr. Jim Lozier as Chief Dental Officer

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Dec. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Oakstone, one of the foremost providers of multimedia educational activities for healthcare professionals as well as corporate wellness resources, has announced the appointment of Dr. Jim Lozier to the newly created position of Chief Dental Officer. Dr. Lozier will continue to report directly to Diane Munson, Oakstone's President and Chief Executive Officer.

"We are very pleased to draw upon Dr. Lozier's talent and wealth of experience to lead our dental program into the future. Jim's leadership in this expanded role positions Oakstone to take advantage of the opportunities and growth ahead for our dental program," said Ms. Munson.

As Chief Dental Officer, Dr. Lozier will continue to manage the company's successful Dental Decks® Division, which primarily targets dental students preparing for their national board examinations. His expanded strategic role in the company's dental program will allow Oakstone to identify and develop new business and content ideas, as well as influence strategic initiatives. Since Dr. Lozier founded Dental Decks in 1992, it has become the number one study aid throughout the world for dental students.

"I've worked primarily on developing products to equip students with the knowledge they need to begin their dental careers. As the Chief Dental Officer at Oakstone, I will have the opportunity to help provide solutions to aid dental professionals with their lifelong continuing education, which is at the core of Oakstone's educational programs," Lozier said. "I am excited to be an integral part of a company that is committed to the educational success of healthcare professionals."