Dr. Shawi earned his Biomedical Science degree from the University of Central Florida and then his DMD from Temple University School of Dentistry. After graduating from Temple Dental in 2023, Dr. Shawi took a job as an associate general dentist in New Jersey for a DSO. He is navigating the intricacies of the dental profession as part of a DSO. Dr. Shawi has decided to embark on a new chapter, relocating with his wife and 3 kids to sunny Florida this summer. He is now at a crossroads, contemplating the next steps in his career—whether to delve deeper into associateship for more experience, possibly with a DSO like Heartland, or take the bold leap into practice ownership, a cherished long-term goal. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Derek Williams shares his journey of increasing practice profitability and freedom. The podcast discusses financial hurdles for new dental graduates, benefits of practice ownership, and transitioning from an employee to a practice owner. It also explores the significance of networking, mentorship in treatment planning, financial success in dentistry, and insights on business ownership for success.

Dr. Rick A. Kushner is President, Founder, CEO and CFO of Comfort Dental, the largest and most successful dental franchise in the world. He graduated from Marquette University School of Dentistry in 1977. Dr. Kushner has always advocated, taught and pioneered the concept of accessible, fair priced dentistry. Dr. Kushner, has continued to be involved in the School of Dentistry at Marquette, from which he graduated, in 1977. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Zachary Miller, a first-generation dentist, talks with Dr. Howard Farran about owning a dental practice, challenges faced by DSOs, student loan debt management, the financial aspects of dentistry, building relationships for referrals, efficiency in dental practice, finding the right dental CPA, prioritizing family and income potential in dentistry, and the importance of knowledge transfer.

Dr. Guitta Harb's passion for dentistry ignited at a tender age, blossoming into a lifelong commitment to the art and science of oral care. Her love affair with the dental profession began as a young teen when she had the privilege of observing a dental office in action. It was here that she discovered her fascination with the intricate blend of science and artistry that dentistry embodies. Specializing in cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Harb has honed her skills to become a master of smile makeovers. Her adept use of veneers and innovative treatments transforms her patients' smiles, leaving them radiantly satisfied. Driven by an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, she continually immerses herself in aesthetic courses, staying on the cutting edge of state-of-the-art materials and modern treatment options. This dedication ensures that her patients receive nothing less than the very best. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. David Lee, a recent dental school graduate, discusses the dilemma of choosing a specialty, the classical approach to learning orthodontics, exploring orthodontic programs, salary differences between general dentists and orthodontists, and provides advice and encouragement for a future in orthodontics.

Dr. Monzer Shakally, a Syrian refugee turned dentist, discusses his journey to becoming a successful dentist in the United States and the challenges faced by dentists. He talks about his involvement in organized dentistry, working with the Arizona Dental Association, and his passion for political involvement. The podcast also explores his experiences with student loans, the rising tuition costs in dental school, and the importance of specialization in dentistry.

Adam Marburger is a serial entrepreneur that lives his life in the following buckets; automotive, real estate, insurance, dental, and martial arts. His tremendous track record in retail automotive landed him the title of “Automotive News 40 under 40” in 2018, which launched him as one of the most sought-after coaches in the industry. Adam is the co-founder of the Dental Protection Group. The DPG specializes in helping dental practices build wealth in the most tax friendly environments via dental warranties. Max Zanan is a seasoned reinsurance industry expert with over 20 years of experience in sales, compliance, and management consulting. His goal is to help car dealers and dental practices improve profitability while increasing customer satisfaction and retention. Zanan published five best-selling books on the topic of car dealership management. Zanan is a thought leader and disrupter; he is ready to introduce dental industry to the battle-tested wealth-building strategies from automotive retail.  https://www.dentalprotectiongroup.com Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Irving Chao was awarded high honors and received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific’s School of Dentistry in San Francisco. He continued to receive postgraduate training at UCLA School of Dentistry in areas of cosmetic dentistry, root canal therapy, implant dentistry and Invisalign® orthodontics. Dr. Chao takes pride in his work and is very patient and gentle. In his spare time, Dr. Chao loves to ballroom dance and hike with his two dogs, Tasha and Louie. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Dr. Irving Chao, a highly honored dentist, discusses topics such as mentoring young dentists, the pros and cons of private practices vs dental service organizations, work-life balance for new dentists, the importance of mental and physical health in dentistry, approaching others with positivity and problem-solving, learning from mistakes, and the benefits of attending professional development courses and conferences.