A biweekly podcast by the South Florida District Dental Association where we take you into our dental community with perspectives on all kinds of topics in and out of dentistry.
Send us a text Join us today for a delightful conversation with Dr. Vrinda Shah on her journey to becoming a dentist and how her experiences from growing up in Saint Lucia to being a dental student during the pandemic shaped her vision, drive, and commitment to the profession
Send us a text Join us today for an insightful conversation with Dr. Angela McNeight, Chair of the FDA’s Leadership Development Committee. She talks about how stepping out of her comfort zone allowed her passion for her community and the dental profession to lead her to wonderful experiences and relationships. From advocacy to leadership within the dental association and personal growth, Dr. McNeight shares her story....
Send us a text Learning your communication style is essential to understanding and being understood. Whether you communicate with your staff, patients, or family, getting your thoughts and feelings across makes a huge difference. Listen today as renowned author and speaker Velma Knowles gives us great insight into how we communicate and listen.
Send us a text Do we believe our worth depends on how much we can carry in this hustle and bustle world? Today, Dr. Amrita Patel helps us understand why we should take a few steps back and forgive ourselves if we don't quite hit the high notes every single time.
Send us a text Join us in this lively conversation with Dr. Arnelle Wright, her journey through leadership, and her impact as a co-host of ADA's Podcast "Dental Sound Bites. "
Send us a text Florida's legislators are scheduled to convene for the 2023 Legislative Sessions in March. Join FDA's Chief Legislative Office, Joe Ann Hart, and Alexandra Abboud, FDA Governmental Affairs Liaison, for a preview of what's on the FDA's Legislative List of Priorities.
Send us a text The Pandemic saw us go through the "Great Resignation and Retirement," causing dental offices to deal with trying to hire staff and associates to continue providing quality patient care. Join us as Dr. Andy Brown and Joe Anne Hart talk about how the Florida Dental Association, along with the American Dental Association and its components, tackle the emerging workforce shortages....
Send us a text Dr. Brett Kessler, ADA 14th District Trustee and ADA Representative on the National Academy of Medicine Action Collaborative on Clinician Well-Being and Resilience, speaks earnestly on dentists' health and wellness issues. He dispels the stigmas surrounding getting help and talks about the ADA and state and local district programs that may help save a life.
Send us a text The three associations that make up your membership provide a triple-punch approach to ensuring you are receiving the most for your investment. Please join us today and learn more about why you are a member of the American and your state and local dental associations. With ADA's April Kates-Ellison, FDA's Drew Eason, and your host, SFDDA's Yolanda Marrero, it's an insightful discussion about the tripartite....
Send us a text Join us today as we turn the tables on our host, Yolanda Marrero for a glimpse of what it's like being the Executive Director of the South Florida District Dental Association.
Send us a text You don’t want to miss this conversation with Dr. John Aylmer, SFDDA President, Dr. Francesca Pietri, SFDDA Young Member Representative, and Victoria Marrero, SFDDA Social & Digital Media Coordinator, about what’s new at the SFDDA . From the new and exciting “pop-up” affiliate events to how we will communicate and interact today using Tradewing, a community-creating platform....
Send us a text Maybe it should! Join us for a lively conversation with Dr. Chris Bulnes about one of his staff members- “Copper!” This four-legged assistant greets patients and helps those needing a little extra warm and fuzzy therapy.
Send us a text Join Dr. Mark Limosani and listen as he takes us through "Begin With the End in Mind," the second in the seven-part series on developing habits that have positively impacted his personal and professional life and how they can help you. This is the companion podcast to his article, published in the SFDDA Newsletter. Volume 62, No.1 Summer issue.
Send us a text Dr. Patrick Brambert is an Illinois dentist who added writing, directing, and acting to his world of many talents. Join us as we talk about his eclectic lifestyle, handling a dental career, and enjoying his time in the film industry. AND he's a dad and serves in the Army National Guard! That's quite a repertoire!
Send us a text Imagine finishing dental school and not having an insurmountable amount of student debt. Join us today for a lively conversation with Naval Officer, Dr. Alison Novakovic, and Alexander Eason, a D-4 student at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, as they talk about taking a military path to get your dental education and serving your country as a dentist.
Send us a text It's the season finale. Join Dr. Mark Limosani in this companion podcast to the SFDDA Newsletter article of the same as he takes us through the first in a series on developing habits that have had a positive impact on his personal and professional life and how they can help you.
Send us a text The Director of Information Systems for the Florida Dental Association, Larry Darnell, talks to us about how attacks on digital networks are becoming too familiar these days. Though you may think you are a small business, cyber thieves can be targeting you, your business, and your practice.
Send us a text The South Florida District Dental Association celebrates its 100th Anniversary! Join us for a little bit of the history that brought us to today.
Send us a text Join us for a lively conversation with olympian and dentist, Dr. Tara Peterson as she talks about her rise to the 2022 Beijing Olympics on the women's Curling team while working as a dentist in Minnesota.
Send us a text As a dentist, how well do you know your insurance needs? Do you read the fine print? How often does price drive your decision when choosing a policy? Join us today as Scott Ruthstrom, CEO of Florida Dental Association Services (FDAS), and Carrie Millar, Director of Insurance Operations for FDAS, talk candidly about the topic and how their expertise helps dentists navigate through their insurance needs throughout the life of their dental careers....
Send us a text That's great! You've got a job right out of dental school, and it's with your parent in their practice! Sounds terrific, right? Listen today as Dr. Ernesto Perez takes us on his journey working at his father's dental practice. It's a wonderful story about the family dynamics and what it takes to make it work.
Send us a text Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Sabates about his life throughout his leadership career. We also talk about the future of the ADA and the role young dentists can play in shaping it. “It’s a new day” for the ADA and a bright future for the profession.
Send us a text Once upon a time, Dentistry, like other health professions, didn't market to patients, but that is so last century. Today, making your practice and dental expertise known in the community is key to gaining and keeping patients. Moreover, in this digital age, it is doable and expected. Join us as we talk to the CEO and Owner of Whiteboard Marketing, Sean White, on the topic of digital marketing and you....
Send us a text FDA Executive Director Drew Eason joins us in a conversation about the lesser-known perks and more of ADA Membership. Kinda like ordering from the secret menu at your favorite fast-food joints.
Send us a text Expanding your patient base is as easy as expanding your knowledge of overall health. Listen as Dr. Uche Odiatu provides insightful tips and ideas on how you can help improve the overall health of your patients as well as your own.
Send us a text Learn what issues may affect dentistry during the upcoming 2022 Florida Legislative Session, including the effectiveness of our legislative Capitol visits and the potential impact redistricting may have on the elections. It's all the information that you want to know.
Send us a text Dr. Nicole McGrath Barnes is the embodiment of the "Give Kids A Smile" motto. As Founder and CEO of the KinderSmile Foundation, Dr. McGrath-Barnes has provided free dental services to thousands of children in New Jersey, where the KinderSmiles Foundation is located and in many underserved countries throughout the world. She was the recipient of the Lucy Hobbs Humanitarian award in 2020 for her work in reaching at-risk children who lack access to affordable dental care....
Send us a text Florida's District/Component Directors get together to talk about managing their respective district dental associations and working with volunteers, It's truly a story of love and care.
Send us a text Join us as we talk with Dr. Theresa Cheng about serving our combat veterans. Dr. Cheng's nonprofit "Everyone For Veterans" helps provide pro-bono dental care to combat veterans in need as well as their spouses. Consider volunteering to help a local combat vet in your dental office. 2021 Virtual Sinegal Reception Wednesday, October 27, 2021 "The Sky's the Limit" Please note the time is 5:30 pm PSTRegistration is Free at www.everyoneforveterans.org...
Send us a text Reading the fine print and understanding your contracts with various insurance companies may be the key to getting the full benefit of accepting your patient's dental insurance. Today, Ms. Stoutamire helps unravel common misunderstandings about dental insurance, 3rd party payers, concierge services, and more
