1. Give respect. The best way to gain respect is to give respect. Be aware of what you say, how you treat others and respect them for the good in them. – Dr. Sejal Thacker, Farmington, Connecticut 2. Dress the part. Invest in quality lab coats embroidered with your name. Looking professional and standing out among the staff… Read More »
Your website is an invitation to patients to learn about your practice. It should show your practice in its best light and invite visitors to learn more. Websites, like real-world practices, also have to comply with legal requirements. An effective website is a work in progress, one that requires regular updates to keep it working the way you… Read More »
Ever wonder why a dental plan doesn’t follow laws in your state? Or why a secondary dental plan did not make any payment in addition to the primary plan’s payment? These are common concerns with self-funded dental plans governed by a federal law called “ERISA.” A self-funded dental plan is a benefit plan in which the plan sponsor,… Read More »
In a 2018 study on woman entrepreneurs, BMO Harris Bank identified sexism and harassment as barriers to advancement and highlighted a greater need for mentoring programs and networks. BMO is collaborating with the American Dental Association to offer a number of resources to encourage and support women dentists, including tailored networking events and shared online resources. “Women don’t… Read More »
Written contracts protect both sides from misunderstandings and can put your relationship on equal ground. No matter whether you are joining a practice as an associate, intending to pursue a sale/purchase, or hiring someone, a contract helps you start your relationship on the right foot. This week, we will examine three scenarios where contract misunderstandings turned into more… Read More »
If you’re like many dentists, you have strong discipline in how you treat your patients and manage your practice or personal career. Considering patient needs and the best course of treatment for their oral and general heath requires not only extensive training, but also communication skills, planning and good decision making. Practice and career management require these same… Read More »