**Introduction to the Topic:**  

This episode features Dr. Rachel Eglash, founder of Eglash Dental Studio in Pennsylvania, who shares her journey of building a startup practice from scratch. Stephen and Dr. Eglash dive into the lessons learned, the importance of community engagement, and how creating a strong team culture drives sustainable growth.

**Key Points Discussed:**  

- The decision to choose a startup over buying an existing practice.  

- Building a patient-centered culture that reflects personal values and vision.  

- Strategies for overcoming challenges like construction delays and staffing issues.  

- The impact of community involvement and personalized care on practice success.  

- Insights on leadership, team building, and maintaining balance as a business owner.  

**Guest Information:**  

Dr. Rachel Slash is the owner of Eglash Dental Studio, a thriving startup practice in Squirrel Hill, PA. She has over two decades of dental experience and is passionate about personalized care and giving back to her community.

**Links and Resources Mentioned:**  

- [Startup Practice Blueprint Course](StartupPracticeBlueprint.com)  

- [Ideal Practices Website](https://www.idealpractices.com)  

**Calls to Action:**  

Listen to this episode to learn how Dr. Rachel turned her vision into a reality and continues to grow her practice with purpose. For additional guidance on starting and sustaining a successful practice, explore the Startup Practice Blueprint course.

Contact Information and Social Media Links:

• Website: Ideal Practices
• Email: [email protected]
• Facebook: Ideal Practices
• Instagram: @idealpractices