In this episode of Dentology Andy and Chris arejoined by Catherine Rutland, a leading figure in UK dentistry whose career hasspanned clinical care, business leadership, and national policy.

As Clinical Director for Simplyhealth and Denplan, and Director of Policy and Research for the Association of Dental Groups, Catherinebrings a wealth of insight into both the strategic and practical sides of theprofession.

Catherine chats about her early life, including her timespent living in Kenya, and how those experiences helped shape who she is today.

From studying at Leeds to her hospital years in Newcastle,and nearly two decades as a partner in a private practice in Berkshire,Catherine reflects on the lessons learned at each stage.

She also talks about her current role and considers how thebusiness of dentistry is evolving.

Finally, she shares her thoughts on the shift in partnershipmodels and how her role has changed over time.

Topics:

·          Tell us about your childhood and early years living in Kenya

·          You went to Leeds University – what was this like?

·          You were a House Office and then SHO in Newcastle – what did thishospital experience teach you?

·          How was your experience as a partner in private practice for 19 years?

·          What does your current role encapsulate?

·          Is there an overlap between the business and clinical aspects of thebusiness?

·          Do you miss treating patients?

·          How has SimplyHealth changed over the past 15 years?

·          You were also awarded a Fellowship of the College of GeneralDentistry in 2023 – so clearly a lifelong learner?

·          What is the mood among the UK dental corporate market at present?

·          If you can take only one learning from across yourvaried dental career - what is it?