Buffalo, NY – Resident dentists at the University at Buffalo (UB) have voted to form a union with the Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD), following a successful card check campaign. The 27 dental residents join their UB resident and fellow colleagues, who are also represented by the UAPD and recently ratified their first union contract with University Medical Resident Services, P.C. (UMRS).
“We are excited by the changes that resulted from the hard work of the union and UB’s medical residents,” Riley Steed, PGY1 dental resident, said. “We are looking forward to building a strong dental training program through collaboration with the university, the union, and our employer.”
The dental residents are employed by University Dental Resident Services, P.C. (UDRS), a third-party entity similar to UMRS. Their bargaining unit will be seeking an expedited contract negotiation focusing on three key priorities:
- Standardized clinical and didactic training to meet Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) requirements
- Improved staffing support for dentists
- Salary and benefits parity with UB medical residents
“UB’s resident dentists provide vital oral healthcare services to the Buffalo community,” Dr. Stuart Bussey, UAPD President, said. “Like their fellow medical residents, they deserve a contract that reflects their contributions to patient care and supports their professional growth.”