Signing an employment contract can be stressful for any recent graduate starting a new job. To help new dentists understand the legal terms and conditions typically seen in one of these contracts, the Center for Professional Success provides a free publication for members titled “Dentist Employment Agreements: A Guide to Key Legal Provisions.” This material is no substitute… Read More »
The ADA New Dentist News spoke with three dentists — all 2018 dental school grads — to learn what led them to dentistry and how they chose their career path. Military Dr. Kristofer Harris took a demotion to become a dentist, but he couldn’t be happier. Dr. Harris, 37, was recommissioned as a lieutenant in the Navy Dental… Read More »
If you have graduated from dental school in the last 10 years, you are eligible for 50 percent off ADA Continuing Education Online courses. Use code NEWDENTIST. ADA CE Online provides members with a bevy of classes that will help you strengthen and grow your practice. Simply log in with your ADA member account and ADA CE Online… Read More »
Editor’s note: In this New Dentist Now series, Dr. Katie Stuchlik chronicles her journey in buying and opening a practice with her friend and classmate, Dr. Lindsey Wendt, in the Houston area. During dental school, I never saw myself as a practice owner. I worked hard in school just to become a dentist and hopefully find an associateship… Read More »
Association members seeking to learn more about student loan refinancing and debt repayment options can attend a free Sept. 19 webinar, Student Loan Best Practices for ADA Members. The webinar is scheduled for 7-8 p.m. CDT and is hosted by Laurel Road, the student loan refinancing program endorsed by the ADA. The webinar will address the following questions:… Read More »
When you think about a coach your mind probably goes to sports rather than finances, but maybe that should change. Just like sports or personal coaches, a financial coach is a good thing to have on your side. They can help new dentists, especially women, manage their budget and plan for the future. Financial literacy is especially important… Read More »