Dr. Brian O. Coleman was recently installed as President of the 500+ member Dental Society of Greater Orlando (DSGO), and President Elect of the Central District Dental Society that has 1,500+ members. These organizations were established in 1940 and 1926 respectively. Dr. Coleman is the first African American to hold the top leadership positions for both organizations. Since their inception, the dental societies have stood for quality and integrity. They perform a wide variety of services for both its members and the public. Through programs such as "Give Kids A Smile" and "The Dental Care Access Foundation", they have also provided dental services to thousands of low income and uninsured individuals.
Dr. Coleman is humbled and honored beyond words to serve as the 68th President for the DSOG. He acknowledges the legacies of African American dentists and doctors for their sacrifices. It is through their educational and professional guidance that made it possible for him to assimilate and grow within our community. He was the impetus for the DSGO creating the Dr. Oscar Sistrunk Award. Dr. Sistrunk was a well-known African American dentist who gave unselfishly to the Orlando community. He was Dr. Coleman's mentor and a man who despite racial inequalities overcame and thrived.
Dr. Coleman is a native of Chicago, Illinois and received his doctorate in dental medicine from Southern Illinois University. Afterwards he served our country for five years at home and abroad as a Lieutenant Commander in the United States Navy Dental Corps. He has been in private practice for over 18 years and maintains a state of-the-art dental facility in Winter Park. As a general family dental practitioner, he is involved in all facets of comprehensive dental healthcare, with a special emphasis on dental disease prevention.
Dr. Coleman and his staff, strive to provide the highest quality treatment to their patients. They are also an integral part of the Central Florida community and have volunteered their time at health fairs, the Special Olympics, the African-American Male Summit, the American Diabetes Association and for the Salvation Army. Through education and establishing positive relationships, they hope to make a difference in helping others understand the importance of good oral healthcare and the impact it has on a person's overall health.
Recognized for his business acumen and philanthropic giving, Dr. Coleman has been awarded Fellowship in the International College of Dentists. Founded in 1927, the International College of Dentists is recognized around the globe as the preeminent international dental organization dedicated to the recognition of outstanding professional achievement, meritorious service and the continued progress of the profession of dentistry for the benefit of all humankind. Following a rigorous screening process, Fellowship in the International College has been awarded to less than 1% of dentists practicing in the United States and to approximately one-tenth of a percent globally.
Dr. Coleman is a Fellow in the Pierre Fauchard International Honorary Dental Society, was appointed by former Governor Jeb Bush to the Health Care Information Infrastructure Advisory Board, on the advisory board of Citizens Bank of Florida, a member of Florida Citrus Sports, the Orlando Museum of Art, Beta Xi Boulé, the National Dental Association, the African American Chamber of Commerce, the Occusal Study Club of Central Florida, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, the National Association of Black Scuba Divers and several other professional organizations. He is a recipient of the FDA "Project Dentist's Care Award", for his commitment to the underserved population of Central Florida and has been a nominee for Orange County's Community Service award. He has received numerous other honors including the Rosa Parks Award from the African American Male Health Summit, with the City of Orlando naming April 7, 2007 as Dr. Brian O. Coleman Day. Dr. Coleman is married to Yvonne Loggins-Coleman, President of LCB International and a radio personality with Smooth Jazz 103.1 WLOQ.
