The Dental Brief Podcast

We are joined by Dr. Wren McCallister to discuss How to Prevent Hand Injuries for Dentists and more!Wren V. McCallister, MD, MBA has been practicing Hand Surgery in Edmonds, Washington since 2006. Board-Certified in both Orthopedics and Hand Surgery, he has been recognized for excellence in patient care with numerous “Top Doctor” awards including Seattle Met Magazine and Castle Connolly. His award-winning work in clinical and basic science research has been published in the Journal of Hand Surgery, Hand Clinics of North America, Journal of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Orthopedic Clinics of North America, Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery, Neurosurgery Clinics of North America, and Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research. Dr. McCallister is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and is an Active Member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and American Association for Hand Surgery. Dr. McCallister’s focus now is on simplifying the complex nature of medical and surgical care as it relates to conditions affecting the hand and upper extremity. The HandGuyMD® Patient Guide series and HandGuyMD.com provide the same clear, concise and understandable information his patients have come to appreciate during their clinic visits the past two decades. HandGuyMD is “Expert Help for Hand Problems”.Learn more:https://www.handguymd.com/ ***** SPONSOR: – Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/ CONNECT: – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/ – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/ – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217 – Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w WEBSITE: – https://dentalbrief.com/

We are joined by David Wiener to discuss Mastering Cash Flow for Dental Practices and more!David Wiener, known as “Mr. Cash Flow” has been involved in the business of medicine and dentistry for over 40 years.  His experience includes 10 years as a practice administrator, COO of a medical billing company, and years of consulting, speaking, and educating.  The CEO of Cash Flow Strategies, Inc., David has worked to assist practices and businesses across the US to maximize their cash flow and become more efficient.   His engaging style and quick wit have made him a favorite of audiences coast to coast, and has attracted many return engagements. Learn more:https://cashflowstrategies.us/ ***** SPONSOR: – Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/ CONNECT: – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/ – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/ – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217 – Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w WEBSITE: – https://dentalbrief.com/

We are joined by Eric Swarvar to discuss about Secrets to Successful Dental Startups and much more!Eric Swarvar is a tenacious dental industry professional that is customer centric and goal driven, specializing in dental practice start-ups and build outs. With 20 years of experience in the dental space, Eric has worked on projects assisting clients in starting, updating, modernizing, transitioning, and purchasing dental practices. Learn more:https://the2hourdentalstartup.com/ ***** SPONSOR: – Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/ CONNECT: – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/ – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/ – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217 – Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w WEBSITE: – https://dentalbrief.com/

We are joined by Tija Hunter to discuss Behind the Scenes of Dentistry: Expert Insights on Hiring, Training, and Cutting Costs and much more!Tija Hunter, CDA, EFDA, CDIA, CDSO, MADAA, began her dental assisting career in 1981 and has never looked back.Being named one of the Top 25 Women in Dentistry in 2015 by Dental Products Report was one of the highlights of her career.She is a former vice president of the American Dental Assistants Association, where she holds the honor of Master.She has worked in her current office for fifteen years in O’Fallon, Missouri, as an office manager and dental assistant.Hunter’s love of traveling takes her all over the world, where she speaks to dental assistants and dental teams.Hunter enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren as much as possible, and values the memories they make together.Learn more:https://www.dentalcareersinstitute.net/ ***** SPONSOR: – Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/ CONNECT: – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/ – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/ – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217 – Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w WEBSITE: – https://dentalbrief.com/

We are joined by Dr. Ivan Valcarenghi to discuss The People's Profession: Why Dentistry is More than Just Teeth and much more!Dr. Ivan Valcarenghi has over 35 years of experience in cosmetic and rehabilitation dentistry. He recently started Radiante’ Dental & Facial in Elmhurst, Illinois, focusing on cosmetic dentistry and facial esthetics. He is also a Diplomate with the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and director at Midwest Dental Sleep Center. With 5000+ hours of continuing education, Dr. Ivan is committed to life-long learning and is currently serving on the Illinois and Chicago Academy of General Dentistry boards. He is a professional speaker and has written articles for public and professional journals, contributed on local radio and TV, and has done recordings, videos, and webcasts for the Academy of General Dentistry and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. In his free time, he enjoys race cars, cycling, tennis, hiking, walking his dog, skydiving, and golfing.Learn more:www.radiantedentalfacial.com ***** SPONSOR: – Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/ CONNECT: – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/ – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/ – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217 – Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w WEBSITE: – https://dentalbrief.com/

We are joined by Eric Vickery to discuss How to Convert Calls to Appointments for Dental Practices and much more!Holding a degree in Business Administration, Eric brings a strong business and systems approach to his clients.Having managed dental practices for over ten years, combined with utilizing Dental practice management training, Eric has led teams to improving their practices through Coaching since 2001.Eric brings verbal skills, systems training and his engaging and humorous delivery to all of his seminar leading.Eric has been a key contributor to the Coaching Services programs through the development of his Practice Monitoring Systems.He is Coaching Dental offices all over the Country who benefit from his experience in coaching over 250 dental offices since 2001He is an expert on case acceptance verbal skills and the DISC personality profile.He has a passion for stopping cancellations, handling patient objections, and asking patients for referrals/reviews.With his expertise in financial arrangements, third party financing and eliminating dependence on insurance.Eric and his wife Abby are the proud parents of four children and live in northern California.Learn more:https://www.allstardentalacademy.com/eric-vickery/*****SPONSOR:– Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/CONNECT:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217– Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/WEBSITE:– https://dentalbrief.com/ ***** SPONSOR: – Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/ CONNECT: – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/ – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/ – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217 – Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w WEBSITE: – https://dentalbrief.com/

We are joined by Dr. Abhay Bedi to discuss Navigating the Changing Landscape of Dentistry  Challenges and Solutions and much more!Abhayjit Bedi, DMD Dr. Abhay Bedi, DMD is a board-certified prosthodontist and founder of Bedi Dental Group. Bedi Dental is a 9-practice dental group with locations across the Northeast.It’s the result of Dr. Bedi's passion for patient-centric comprehensive care, and his love for developing teams through learning and education.He is deeply involved in the business, practicing three days a week and carrying out his management responsibilities as a CEO.Dr. Bedi received his prosthodontics training at Tufts University, and is an alumni of Harvard Business School where he completed the Owner/President Management program.He is also the facilitator of the Seattle Study Club of Central New England, as well as a Fellow and member of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.Dr. Bedi has been published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry and the Journal of Prosthodontics.Learn more:www.bedidentalgroup.com ***** SPONSOR: – Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/ CONNECT: – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/ – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/ – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217 – Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w WEBSITE: – https://dentalbrief.com/

We are joined by Dr. Michael D. Medovic to discuss Rural Dentistry: A Path to Financial Success and Community Impact and much more!One of the most important career moments for a dentist is when they join a practice, expand, or sell a practice. The current market for facilitating this important transaction is fragmented, inconsistent, confusing and stressful. It is often just about the transaction itself, not the hard work necessary to establish better matches, stronger relationships or managing success afterwards.ADA Practice Transitions (ADAPT) makes entering or leaving a practice more predictable, enjoyable and stress free.ADAPT, a service of ADA Business Innovation Group, matches dentists who are looking to join a practice with owners who are seeking an associate or someone to purchase their practice. ADA Practice Transitions is bringing dentists all the tools, information and support that is vital to the process while facilitating matches based on what matters to dentists the most - their philosophy of care.  They work closely with our clients, offering training and coaching - all with a focus on allowing them to achieve their individual and mutual goals.Learn more:www.adapracticetransitions.com ***** SPONSOR: – Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/ CONNECT: – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/ – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/ – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217 – Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w WEBSITE: – https://dentalbrief.com/

Save Money and Pay Your Team More All While Increasing Profits | Dr. Noel Liu | The Dental Brief #197We are joined by Dr.Noel Liu to discuss How to Save Money and Pay Your Team More All While Increasing Profits and much more!Dr. Noel Liu is a highly skilled and compassionate general dentist graduate of New York University College of Dentistry and founder of Secure Dental with multiple locations.  With years of experience in the field, Dr. Liu has established a reputation as a trusted and knowledgeable dental professional.In addition to his dental practices, Dr. Liu is also very passionate about mentoring and guiding his associate doctors in their transition from students to clinicians.  He has built a successful framework for model, mimic and mastery flow to help them achieve their goals and efficiencies.Learn more:www.noelliudds.com ***** SPONSOR: – Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/ CONNECT: – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/ – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/ – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217 – Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w WEBSITE: – https://dentalbrief.com/

We are joined by Dr. Addison Killeen to discuss How to Save Money with Team Training and much more!Dr. Addison Killeen of Capital Dental is the author of the number-one bestseller, By the Numbers.He speaks around the country to dentists and dental students about dentistry and beginning their careers.He is also a founding member and partner in Dental Success Network, a technology company that strives to provide services and support to dentists across the globe.Dr. Killeen is proud to serve as a Black Belt Coach in their Mastermind program.He values the opportunity to collaborate with other dentists to help them become better clinicians and leaders in their practices.Learn more:www.mycapitaldental.com/about/doctors/addison-killeen/ ***** SPONSOR: – Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/ CONNECT: – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/ – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/ – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217 – Patrick’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w WEBSITE: – https://dentalbrief.com/