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Ep. 25: Dr. Jacquee Schieck
Orthodontist Dr. Jacquee Schieck practices in Northfield, MN and is a literal rockstar as the co-vocalist & bass player for Relapse. On this episode, you’ll learn about: *Jacquee’s upbringing in Sioux Falls, SD *How she started her practice, , from scratch while raising her growing family...  Read More
Ep. 24: Dr. Bill Layman
Dr. Bill Layman is an orthodontist in Clearwater, FL who applies his MBA knowledge to help orthodontists understand important business decisions for their practices.   On this episode, you’ll learn about: *How Bill attended The Citadel and served in the Army’s 82nd Airborne prior to attending...  Read More
Father Daughter Practice
My Daughter has been with me for 5 years now and things could not be better.  I gifted her the practice and the office building 3 years ago and she has settled into a very nice practice for both of us.  I continue to work everyday, I do not take a paycheck anymore so all the practice income flows...  Read More
Episode 22: Dorie Clark on The Long Game
In this episode, Dustin talks with Doris Clark about her book, The Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term World. You'll discover how long-term thinking is what will help—in those darkest moments of doubt—to keep prioritizing what matters most, doing small things over time to...  Read More
Ep. 18: Dr. Blair Feldman
Dr. Blair Feldman is a hilariously witty orthodontist who is the co-founder of both . On this episode, you will learn about: *Blair’s educational background and eventual relocation to Scottsdale, AZ *How Blair purchased a practice and did a start-up office and his perspective on each *How...  Read More
1642 Chase Your Dreams and Start Your Practice with Dr. Fesaha Gebrehiwot : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Dr. Gebrehiwot was born in Eritrea, East Africa. He won a diversity visa lottery to come to the United States and arrived here without any family or friends or any sense of direction. When he arrived, he worked odd jobs while starting with English for Second Language Speakers at Phoenix Community...  Read More
Ep. 15: Dr. Jamie Reynolds
Forward-thinking orthodontist Dr. Jamie Reynolds has co-founded two innovative companies while leading a busy practice in the suburbs of Detroit, MI. On this episode, you will learn about: *How Jamie helped grow his multi-location orthodontic practice *Jamie’s involvement with the  & Ormco’s...  Read More
Ep. 9: Dr. Patrice Smith
Orthodontist Dr. Patrice Smith, also known as  in Washington, DC. On this episode, you will learn about: *Her entrepreneurial background growing up on the island of Jamaica *How Patrice found her own voice for blogging and social media *Patrice’s side hustle -  *Her recent practice acquisition...  Read More
Howard Speaks: How to buy a dental office with no money down.
How to buy a dental office with no money down Back in the day, owners carried risk, but sellers had skin in the game. We didn’t have 3rd-party banks financing $1M+ dental practices to broke kids fresh out of dental school, getting their poor parents to co-sign, where if their kid couldn’t do the...  Read More
Howard Speaks: How to start your new dental office from scratch with no money down.
How to start your new dental office from scratch How to buy a dental office with no money down. Back in the day, owners carried risk, but sellers had skin in the game. We didn’t have 3rd-party banks financing $1M+ dental practices to broke kids fresh out of dental school, getting their poor...  Read More
Episode 6: Julia Galef on The Scout Mindset
In this episode, Dustin talks with Julia Galef about her book, The Scout Mindset: Why Some People See Things Clearly and Others Don't. You'll learn about motivated reasoning, what Julia calls "soldier mindset" and how to hold your identity lightly, so that you can create a more accurate map of...  Read More
1632 Dr. Zack Bentley, Dr. Kyle Hollis & Jordan DiNola on Multi-Practice Management By & For Dentists : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
5 Practice Management Tips to keep in mind Guest Speakers: Dr. Zack Bentley, Dr. Kyle Hollis & Jordan DiNola Located in rural southern Georgia, Dr. Bentley and his team began with humble roots in 2014. One location quickly grew into five - an expanding footprint sparked by a commitment to...  Read More
1631 Brian Hanks on the Practice of Buying a Dental Practice : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
The Changing World of Practice Transitions Guest Speaker: Brian Hanks Brian Hanks is a national transitions expert for both buyers and sellers directly involved in hundreds of dental transitions in all fifty states. He is the author of three books and is regularly featured in various publications....  Read More
1624 The Founders of Smile Doctors on Orthodontic DSO Business Models : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
A DSO By and For Orthodontists Guest Speakers: Dr. Scott Law, Dr. Dana Fender, Dr. Greg Goggans & J. Hedrick Smile Doctors is the largest Orthodontic DSO in the industry formed in September 2015 by Drs. Scott Law, Dana Fender and Greg Goggans. With an eye to preserve the profession of Orthodontics...  Read More
1619 Dr. Phillip Zelmanow & Dr. Greg Atwood on What to Look for in a Partnership Organization : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Getting the Best Support on Your Dental Journey Guest Speakers: Dr. Phillip Zelmanow & Dr. Greg Atwood Phillip Zelmanow earned his dental degree from the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, after earning his bachelor’s degree from SUNY Albany. He has taken numerous postgraduate education...  Read More
1615 Lane Theriault, CEO of Independence Dental, on Creating a DSO to Fit Dentists' Needs : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Taking a Values-Based Approach to a DSO Guest Speaker: Lane Theriault Lane Theriault is the CEO of Independence Dental, a highly unconventional DSO that is looking to partner with dentists across the US. He founded Independence Dental in 2020 in partnership the Firmament Group, a private equity...  Read More
1607 Joseph Rossi with Advice for First-Time Practice Owners : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
What to Know Before Buying a Practice or Starting One from Scratch Guest Speaker: Joesph Rossi Joseph Rossi was born and raised in Chicago where he grew up working in the family retail furniture business. While learning every facet of the business from his father Dominic, Joe came to understand the...  Read More
1603 Dr. Daniel & Amber Masters on Paying Off Dental School Debt : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Tips for Getting Out of Debt Quickly Guest Speakers: Dr. Daniel & Amber Masters Dr. Daniel Masters is the owner of Greenfield Family Dentistry in Gilbert Arizona. Amber Masters is an attorney and personal finance expert. The Masters graduated from dental and law school with a whopping $650,000 in...  Read More
1595 Dr. Berdj Feredjian of PARAGON Dental Practice Transitions on What to Know Before You Buy : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Making the Right Decisions When Buying or Selling Your Practice Guest Speaker: Dr. Berdj Feredjian Dr. Berdj Feredjian, DDS, FAGD is the Director of Continuing Education, Recruitment and Advanced Training and a past transition consultant for PARAGON Dental Practice Transitions. During that...  Read More
1585 Vikram Vora, CEO of Sabka Dentist, on the Growth of Dentistry in India : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
“Getting People to Recognize the Importance of Oral Health” Guest Speaker: Vikram Vora Vikram Vora is the CEO and Founding Partner of Sabka Dentist. He started his career with Lion Bridge Capital as a project manager, moved on to ICICI Bank (India’s largest private sector bank) as a knowledge...  Read More
Episode 3: Jacinta Jiménez on The Burnout Fix
In this episode, Dustin talks with Dr. Jacinta Jiménez about her book, The Burnout Fix, and core resilience practices to help you operate from the "inside out" versus "the outside in." You'll discover how to identify and prevent exhaustion, cynicism and inefficacy in the workplace, so that burnout...  Read More
1577 Dr. Jim Poyak on Sleep Medicine & Orthodontics for General Dentists : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
“Ortho for the General Practitioner” Guest Speaker: Dr. Jim Poyak Dr. Poyak is originally from outside of Cleveland, Ohio. After he graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry, he married his wife, Susan, and they moved to Virginia Beach where he served as a dentist in the...  Read More
1576 Keith Miller & Dr. Greg Kerbel of Partnerships for Dentists on Alternative DSO Business Models : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
“The Evolution of the DSO Industry” Guest Speakers: Keith Miller & Dr. Greg Kerbel Keith Miller has been a leader in the DSO industry since 2002. He helped lead a large Dental Service Organization through significant growth over the 13 years he was a principal in the business. In 2017 he started...  Read More
1574 Dr. Walter Ackah & Dr. Kyle Dumpert of the Tooth Be Told Podcast on Urban vs Rural Dentistry : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
“The Pros and Cons of Practicing in Urban vs Rural Locations” Guest Speakers: Dr. Walter Ackah & Dr. Kyle Dumpert Dr. Ackah graduated from dental school in 2009. After dental school he realized he needed more education to be the super dentist he wanted to be, so he went on to get his GPR training...  Read More
1555 Dr. Joshua McLean on Getting Started as a New Practice Owner : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Dr. Joshua McLean practices in Denver, Colorado at his office, Cherry Creek South Dental, which he purchased January 2nd 2020. The long established practice is focused on restorative dentistry along with a soon to be opened in-office Whitening Studio. He is a 2005 graduate of the University of...  Read More
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