2 Minds of A Dentist

Jacob Puhl CEO of Dentist Entrepreneur Organization. Encouraging group dental practice owners to "Think Like a CEO" and grow incredible businesses. DEO is one of the largest Dental masterminds in the nation. They represent over 300 locations and over $300 million in revenue. Listen in as we discuss the term Entrepreneur in the dental industry and the complexities around handling multiple practices. We also dive into the key numbers you should look at in your business.

Listen in to our interview Ralf Tomandl VP of Sales at Futuredonics. Many of you will know this company as it is the parent company of 1-800-Dentist. With 20 years of experience Ralph is an expert in patient experience. Check out this latest episode where we discuss futuredonics and what that means for you as a customer and more on this episode of 2 Minds of A Dentist.

Mike White, owner and founder of MWA CPAs (Michael White & Associates CPAs), sits down with 2 Minds of a Dentist to share his knowledge and experience with us regarding the business side of DSOs. Take notes on maximizing the relationship with your CPA by communicating your expectations and knowing their capabilities. Also, knowing the right time to hire a CFO. These topics and more on this episode of 2 Minds of a Dentist.

Listen in to our interview with Dr. Mark Cooper, Founder & President of the DEO (Dentist Entrepreneur Organization). With 35 years of experienced leadership, Dr. Cooper delves into the intricacies of leadership and entrepreneurship in the dental industry, and the importance of dentists making an impact for a bright futue. We even get a sneak peek into his new book, "12 Laws of Leadership". As a dentist, do you want to just participate or do you want to contribute and make the dental space better. Gain some insight on leadership on this episode of 2 Minds of a Dentist.

Today, 2 Minds of a Dentist chats with Dr. Copeland and Javier Perez, team members of Community Dental Partners, as they speak on the concept of standardizing resources across the board and creating a catalog. The catalog is built from experiences in the workplace, patience and intensive research (done in the initial stages). Let us know if you believe that standardizing the way dentists do business helps everyone across the board.

In the current dentist space, there is a lack of keen measures used in the recruiting process. Interviewees are told the financial gains of the business as well as the technicality of what prospects may already know. Join us on this episode of 2 Minds of a Dentist as Dr. Copeland and J.D. Stacey give their insight on the importance of including mentorship, follow-ups, customer service and so much more as a part of the recruitment process.

Jodi Evans, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Operations Officer at Community Dental Partners, shares marketing strategies that can drive your practice onto the road of success. Utilizing Call Centers to source, follow up and confirm patients – as well as being empathetic – creates relationships and improves customer experiences. Join us on 2 Minds of a Dentist as we help you integrate various approaches to reap the rewards of being clinically and business oriented.

As we focus on the success of the clinical and business side of our practices, it is important that we ensure we are compliant. In this episode of 2 Minds of a Dentist, Community Dental Partners’ Chief Compliance Officer, Norma Romero, explores different aspects of compliance in dental practices and DSOs. Hear her speak on training employees, ensuring that doctors are protected, the regulatory agencies that doctors should be aware of to ensure their practices are protected, and so much more! Join our information-packed episode and see if your business is on the right side of the fence. 

In this episode of Two Minds of a Dentist, we hear perspectives on being in the dental business from Dr. Copeland and Dr. Evans; with 36 years of combined experience in the dental industry. We delve into topics regarding clinician-supported offices versus DSO-supported offices, the dream of owning several offices and different levels of attainment. Listen in on this information packed episode and get tips that can help your dental business grow!

1. You’ve checked the books against your bank account and some things don’t add up. You think back to the money spent during the first couple months of the year, for equipment you didn’t use until last week, and services you won’t be paid for until next month. Sounds confusing huh? Today on Two Minds of a Dentist, we zoom in on accrual and cash based accounting, and which one gets you the best results in the dentistry business. So grab a pen and your notebook, as our guest Ken Kaufman (CFO of Dental Partners) guides us on best accounting practices for our dental practices.