James R. Ross, D.D.S., MS., FACC, FICC; is the co-founder of Periodontal Associates of Memphis, a graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry with additional studies completed at Ohio State University where he received a Master's Degree in Periodontology. Certified by the American Board of Periodontology, he was awarded the Fellowship Award by the Tennessee Dental Association and is a member of the Dean's Society and OKU. Dr. Ross and his wife have traveled extensively, visiting 120 countries and all seven continents. After retiring to his farm, Richglen, Dr. Ross was elected to Leadership Collierville, his hometown. He has now written three novels; The Last Reunion, Skeleton Valley and The Snake's Hand.