Roots and Resilience

Question: So what do you do?

You answer - "I'm just a GDP".

We've heard this phrase so much and we are on a mission to showcase the breadth and scope of being a general dental practitioner.

This conversation with the amazing Dr Kully Nijjar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kully-nijjar/) is an honest reflection on a 30+ year career in Dentistry. From associate to practice owner, mother, trainer, examiner, assessor, appraiser, advisor to NHS England, mentor - this incredible lady has said yes to it all.

She is now focusing on her course for overseas dentists to help them transition into working in the UK.

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Dr Hoda Wassif is an Associate Professor and Portfolio Lead for Postgraduate Health Education at the School of Nursing, Midwifery, and Health Education at the University of Bedfordshire.

Dr Hoda Wassif holds a PhD and 2 masters degrees. With over 20 years in academia, strong background in research, a published author and active mentor, Dr. Wassif also serves on editorial boards and ethics committees and has been recognized in 100 Years of Women in the Dental Profession.

One thing was clear from our conversation: Dr Hoda is on a path that is truly and wholly aligned to her values, interests and strengths. We talk about what drives her, the importance of knocking on doors and trying again if you don’t succeed.

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Tune in to this episode with Dr Tina Ferguson who takes us through her journey of working as an associate, buying that very dental practice with her husband, selling it and going back to being an associate in the same practice.

We talk about Tina and her husband navigating running a business together and making the unconventional decision to homeschool their daughter... which turned out to be the best decision for her and the family.

We particularly loved Tina talking about the concept of “slow nurturing” - an approach she has taken in parenthood as she and her husband raise their daughter who whilst being homeschooled, is a passionate and committed tennis player.

Tune in to hear a story that is truly unique and reminds us all that we can thrive on being different!

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At 29, Amy (@alulaz93) left behind the comfort of her career as a beauty therapist to pursue an entirely new path—dentistry. This conversation explores her raw and real journey of starting over, embracing change, and pushing through the challenges with sheer tenacity. Amy proves that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself and travel a new path. If you’ve ever dreamed of more, this podcast will remind you: the courage to follow your inner voice can be life changing.

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What happens when a successful orthodontist and her family hit pause on busy lives and practices—and set off on a six-month sabbatical across South America, Central America, and Asia?

In this inspiring episode, Dr. Shivani Patel shares the behind-the-scenes of planning a life-changing family adventure: from navigating the logistics of stepping away from work and school, to the unforgettable moments on the road.

She opens up about what drove the decision, how the experience has shaped the family, and the lessons they have brought back into their lives in the UK.

Whether you're dreaming of your own sabbatical or just curious what happens when you trade routine for the unknown, this conversation is a reminder of the richness that comes from stepping outside of life as you know it.

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In this heartfelt conversation, we sit down with Dr Yewande (@dr.yewandedental) to explore her Nigerian roots and challenging journey into dental school. Listen to her share her setbacks which she gracefully reframes as humbling experiences.

We talk about content creation alongside working as a dentist and the courage it takes to be visible online. The underlying theme of this conversation is the significance of faith in navigating the noise of modern life. A story of grace, growth, and grounding in something greater.

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Welcome to this episode, where we dive into what drives us,the power of purpose, and why excuses have no place in a life well-lived. Our guest Dr Hayder @cyclist.dentist talks to us all about taking control—of your health, your goals, and your time. We’ll explore what it means to be the driver in your own life, making intentional choices instead of coasting on autopilot. Listen for lots of tips on how to start cycling as well as simple steps to encourage those around you to get active as well.  

And we’ll make the case for why everyone—yes, everyone—needs their own shed.

In this episode, we sit down and hear from a remarkable woman who balances her career as a dentist and her passion for dance. A trained Bharatanatyam dancer and a dedicated dentist, she has spent years honing both crafts. Once running her own dental practice, now splitting her time between clinical work and being artistic director, teacher and choreographer of Satyam Dance based in Milton Keynes.

She explains how these seemingly different worlds complement each other and what motivates her in life. We talk about her family’s unwavering commitment to Bharatanatyam, how she juggles multiple roles, and why she firmly believes that anyone can dance.

Tune in for an episode filled with wisdom, motivation, and afresh perspective on following professional and artistic pursuits! 🎭🦷💃****************************************************

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Dr. Flo King —a

With refreshing candor, she dives into the mental resilience

Get ready to be inspired, educated, and maybe even motivated to lace up your running shoes!

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Vasundra Tailor,

Now retired from pharmacy, Vasundra has embraced her lifelong love for storytelling, becoming a best-selling author of two novels (links below). Her talent has been recognised with the prestigious Mo Siewcharran Fiction Competition runner-up prize in 2019 and the Student of the Year award from The Writers Bureau in 2023.

Based in London with her husband, Vasundra finds joy in

Join us as she shares her extraordinary journey, her creative process, and her reflections on the beauty of pursuing

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