The Practice Growth Podcast returns after a planned sabbatical, and there are big changes discussed in the latest episode. Host Shawn Terrell has recently formed an independent financial advisor firm exclusively for dentists. This podcast details the reasons behind the move, including: · The move toward niche financial planning for…
The path to practice ownership for most dentists will almost certainly involve borrowing money. In the latest episode of The Practice Growth Podcast, Chad Solberg with Bankers Trust shares his insights from 20 years in the business banking and lending industry. Listen to learn more about: The three most common paths to lending…
One podcast wasn’t enough to cover the available topics with Dr. Aaron Jones. The owner dentist at Jones Family Dental in Norwalk, IA returns to the podcast this week to continue the discussion. Listen to the latest episode of The Practice Growth Podcast to learn more about: Dr. Jones’ path to becoming a ceramist and…
Dr. Aaron Jones developed an interest and curiosity in dentistry at age 11 as a result of being treated by dental students. In 2019, Dr. Jones fulfilled his childhood vision by opening Jones Family Dental in Norwalk, IA. Listen to the latest episode of The Practice Growth Podcast to learn more about: Dr. Jones’ alternate…
The value of a dental practice is often a significant piece of an owner dentist’s financial picture. When ownership changes hands, and during other life events, a clear understanding of the fair-market value of that practice is critical for both the seller and buyer. Matt Howard, a CPA/ABV & CVA with Blue and Company, completed…
Dr. Omid Termechi has witnessed an evolution in implant dentistry during his twenty-plus years of private practice and teaching at NYU College of Dentistry. His experiences led to the formation of the Dental Implant Surgical Seminar. DISS is a three-day event in Guatemala designed to train general and restorative dentists on how to expand…
For the first 14 years of his career, Dr. Beau Beecher followed a traditional career path for a dentist – private ownership with one partner in one location. But beginning in 2014, Dr. Beecher and his partner Dr. Eric Kimball pivoted in new direction. And as of early 2021, Kimball and Beecher Family Dentistry has…
It’s important for dentists to build and maintain a strong team of professionals around them throughout their careers. An attorney with dental-specific knowledge is a critical member of that team. Kara Sinnard and Nick Cooper are member attorneys at Whitfield & Eddy in Des Moines, IA. Both have worked in the dental niche for…
The use of technology and information systems within a dental practice continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Since founding Medix Dental IT in 2003, CEO Tom Terronez has been on a mission to help dentists navigate that technological evolution. Listen in to learn more about: How dentists can leverage technology and data to…
Starting a dental practice from scratch in a rural setting might present a few challenges on the surface, but Dr. Trevor Kuiper of Sioux Center Dental viewed the endeavor as an opportunity. The early returns have been strong, as Dr. Kuiper reached his three-year patient goal well ahead of schedule. Listen to the latest episode…