2020 ADI Student Servant Leadership Awards

Dr. Jerrod Fritts
Dr. Jerrod Fritts has consistently demonstrated exceptional compassion and dedication in both clinical care and patient education. He has taken the initiative to coordinate oral health workshops at local community centers, ensuring that community members receive accessible, understandable information about preventive care.
During his tenure at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, School of Dentistry, Dr. Fritts broadened his impact by participating in international mission trips to Honduras, where he provided much-needed dental care and education to rural communities facing significant barriers to healthcare access.
Jerrod has volunteered extensively at the Hope Free Clinic and Meals for Healing, offering dental services to underserved populations and building trusting relationships with patients from diverse backgrounds. Furthermore, throughout his dental school training, Jerrod has exhibited outstanding leadership by serving as president of the Student Dental Outreach Club.
