Today's conversation is both inspiring and informative, as Dr. Ketan Patel from Minnesota joins the show to share his experiences treating sleep apnea, reflections on using the Inspire device, and some great advice for young professionals wondering where to focus their energy! Dr. Patel starts off by telling us a little bit of his own story, his birth in India, the time he spent in Kenya, and the UK, and how he made his way to settle in the States. We also get some behind-the-scenes insight into his practice, and how he splits his time between hospital and private practice work. Our guest then tells us all about his usage of the Inspire device and the successes he has experienced with this technology. We get into who is and isn't eligible for the treatment, and a whole lot more. To finish off this wonderful chat with the ever-optimistic Dr. Patel, we hear about his philosophy for building a successful practice, his thoughts on degrees, and how graduates can choose the right career path. Tune in to catch it all, today!

Key Points From This Episode:

Dr. Patel takes us through some of his personal and professional background.
Details about Dr. Patel's practice and the approach to referrals.
Information about the Inspire device and how it helps patients with sleep apnea.
The results that Dr. Patel has experienced using the Inspire device.
How Dr. Patel goes about assessing which cases are suitable for the Inspire device.
Reflections and thoughts on choosing a focus for a career in oral surgery.
The power of employing an advanced-practice partner is your dental office.
Dr. Patel talks about being a single-degree surgeon and why this has never hindered him.
Examples of Dr. Patel's belief in focusing on the positives in life and work!
How Dr. Patel copes with the cold in Minnesota and his enjoyment of living and working in the city.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

KLS Martin — https://www.klsmartin.com/en/

Dr. Ketan Patel Email — ketan.patel@northmemorial.com

Dr. Ketan Patel — https://northmemorial.com/doctor/patel-ketan/

University of Minnesota — https://twin-cities.umn.edu/

Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/

Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/

Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/

Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.com

Dr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

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