How does one navigate cultural and language barriers as an exile from their home country AND build a thriving practice? Welcome to this enlightening episode where we step into the unique journey of Dr. Monzer Shakally, a remarkable dentist with an extraordinary backdrop: born and raised in Damascus, Syria, yet carving out a stellar career in the U.S. His narrative winds from his comfortably privileged upbringing in a medical environment to a twist with the breakout of the Syrian revolution, leading him down a path of arrest, exile, and eventual resettlement in the U.S.

In this episode, Monzer takes us along on his odyssey from the throes of revolution and exile to his pursuit of dentistry in Iowa, a step driven by his resolve to create a unique niche in the dental space. Listen in as he shares the challenges of early days in America, wrestling with language barriers and chipping away at cultural dissimilarities, through to his triumphant emergence from dental school and his thoughtfully decisive move to settle in the balanced charm of Scottsdale, Arizona. Monzer also delves into his professional journey, tracing his hard-earned lessons from a dissatisfying stint at Pacific Dental Services to his present status operating a thriving dental practice. This episode is more than an account of resilience and determination, it is a beacon for all those navigating their routes to success in the dental profession.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Monzer's intriguing journey from Syria to the United States
• The cultural and educational challenges Dr. Shakally overcame in the pursuit of his career
• His experiences in corporate dentistry and the wisdom gained from it
• How Shakally turned a new opportunity into a flourishing dental practice
• Strategies for avoiding pitfalls such as insurance dependency
• The ethos that underpins Shakally's profession and personal journey
• Strategies to ensure patient satisfaction and operational efficiency in your practice

Don't miss this episode full of valuable insights and inspiring tales of resilience. Start your journey to mastering the business side of dentistry by listening today!

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Guest: Dr. Monzer ShakallyPractice Name: Southern SmilesCheck out Monzer's Media:

Website: https://ssmilesdental.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drshakally/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-monzer-shakally-dds-54945989/

Email: [email protected]

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Other Mentions and Links:

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Software/Services:

• Henry Schein
• PPO Profits
• Implant Pathway
• QuickBooks
• Kleer

Books/Publications:

• How to Buy a Dental Practice: A Step-by-step Guide to Finding, Analyzing, and Purchasing the Right Practice For You
• Dental Operations Manual: Detailed Systems to Run your Dental Practice

Businesses/Brands:

• Pacific Dental Services
• Signature Dental Partners
• Aspen Dental
• Heartland Dental
• Cerec
• Van Hook Lab

People:

• Dr. Farran (30 Day Dental MBA)
• Elon Musk

Podcasts:

• Dental Unfiltered

Communities:

• Dentaltown

Organizations:

• UN
• Human Rights Watch
• US Embassy in Egypt

Music:

• Frank Sinatra - My Way

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