It’s time to start or buy the practice you have always dreamed of, but where do you start? Who do you turn to for help and what about the funds you will need? Understanding the steps and the process can take the fear factor out of the practice acquisition equation and help you focus on your success. In… Read More »
You’re feeling overwhelmed because your To-Do list just keeps growing. You feel like other dentists have their act together and you should too. I’ve got some news for you: The To Do list doesn’t go away. This doesn’t mean that the feeling of being overwhelmed needs to be a lifelong problem for you. The way that you deal… Read More »
During my final year of dental school I was class president and pregnant with my first child, Stephen. Labor began at 6:00 a.m. on the morning of graduation, and at 1:00 p.m. I walked onto the quadrangle at Tufts University and informed the Dean of Students that I wasn’t going to be able to give my class president’s… Read More »
ADA members refinancing their student loans through Laurel Road, the student loan refinancing program endorsed by the ADA, may save more money with new rates that went into effect in the New Year. Some of the new rates may offer an opportunity for additional savings for ADA members, especially when combined with the exclusive 0.25 percent ADA discount… Read More »
Growing up in a military home, Dr. Carol Summerhays always knew she wanted to serve her country in the same way her grandfather and father did. What she may not have imagined was the impact serving would have on her long career in dentistry. Dr. Summerhays, who served as a naval dentist after graduating from dental school, said… Read More »
Budgeting your income can prepare you to effectively manage your student loan debt, leaving you with more options during your first years as a practicing dentist. Follow these key strategies and build a foundation for financial success. Track your spending — Count every penny you spend, and think of every borrowed penny as five. Budget based on actual… Read More »