There are times in life when tragic events provide “wake-up calls”. We have an extraordinary VP of marketing and sales, Dirk Jeffs. He has been with the company for about 13 years now. Dirk exemplifies our core values. He is a highly skilled, driven and caring individual. He is more than a colleague. He is a friend and part of our family.
Dirk is the type of individual that is uncomfortable being in a “comfort zone” too long. He pushes himself in many noble ways. His latest accomplishment is training for the “Iron Man” event. Last weekend, when competing in a prepatory event in Napa Valley, Dirk experienced an accident. He fractured his skull and impacted his neck and carotid artery. We’ve since been told by his physicians that his prognosis is good and that he's doing much better.
Our hearts and prayers are with Dirk and his family as he once again climbs up a long trail of healing and recovery. Dirk, we want you to know that you provide inspiration to all of us.
With love to Dirk Jeffs and his family,
Dan
"The spirit, the will to win, and the will to excel are the things that endure. These qualities are so much more important than the events that occur."
Vince Lombardi
Comments (3)
Dear Dr. Fischer:
I was shocked, sad and very worried when I read about Dirk´s accident. Dirk is a gentleman, an outstanding human being and my husband Gustavo and I have the deepest appreciation for him, as we are sure all those who know him personally do.
Please send Dirk´s family our wishes for his prompt recovery. Dirk has always been a fighter and we are confident that God will allow us all to have him back very soon, ready to go on and with more energy and enthusiasm than ever.
We are praying for him and for his beloved ones and send them our love and positive energy to overcome this difficult moments. Please keep us informed of his progress !!
Very concerned,
Karen and Gustavo
Posted by Karen Schoenberg | May 14, 2008 2:40 PM
Posted on May 14, 2008 14:40
Dear Dan,
Thank you so much for your very kind remarks. The outpouring of assistance and support that my family and I have felt from you and so many colleagues at Ultradent reminds me of how fortunate I am to be able to work with people I consider to be extended family.
Above everyone I must personally thank you. The supportive calls to my wife Suzanne meant a great deal to her at a very difficult time. And your handling of the information to friends at the company took a tremendous work load off her. I am proud to work for a president and CEO who embodies the company's core values.
The accident was a harrowing experience, but so much good has come of it for me. While in several Northern California hospitals I was treated by some of the most caring health care professionals I could have hoped for. I will be forever grateful to them for their skill and compassion. My fractured skull and C1 are on the mend, as is the torn artery.
I am very glad to be heading back to work!
Thanks again for all,
Dirk
Posted by Dirk Jeffs | May 14, 2008 11:51 PM
Posted on May 14, 2008 23:51
Dear Dirk,
We all pray for you to get heald soon, as you are fortunate by having such colleagues and big family at Ultradent, we are also proud that we were very worry about you....
Come faster and let us see you soon...
God bless
Mohamed Yasin
Posted by Mohamed Yasin | July 3, 2008 4:43 PM
Posted on July 3, 2008 16:43