MINNEAPOLIS – September 23, 2026 -- The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) installed six new officers and two new trustees during its Leadership Conference on September 18 in Shoreview, formally launching the 2026-2027 governance term.

Dr. John Noack takes over as MDA president for the 2026-2027 term.

Dr. Noack, of Professional Dental Group in Northfield, assumes the top leadership post. Dr. Aruna Rao of Koala Dental Care in St. Cloud was installed as president-elect, positioning her to succeed Noack next term.