Kristen Simmons, PhD, MHA, BSDH, RDH, EPDH, FADHA, is a faculty member in the School of Dental Hygiene Studies at Pacific University in Hillsboro, Oregon. Actively involved in various initiatives aimed at improving the quality of oral healthcare, Simmons enjoys working with the constantly evolving oral healthcare system to emphasize the importance of quality measurement, which can lead to better oral health outcomes.