Today on Filling You In with A-Squared, our hosts Dr. Anushka Gaglani and Dr. Abhishek Nagaraj introduce you to one of the fastest growing comprehensive dental groups in the country, which is also one of the most interesting because of its commitment to serving people at all income levels, as well as for its theatrical flair. Rodeo Dental and Orthodontics has nearly 50 locations across Texas, Arizona, and Colorado, providing pediatric and general dentistry, orthodontics, cosmetic care, and specialty treatments to hundreds of thousands of patients every year and garnering more than 60,000 five-star reviews on Google and Facebook. What patients highlight in those reviews is the caring, positive and convenient experience at the core of Rodeo Dental’s mission. “The number one thing that the patients responded to was the friendliness of the staff. It's not your lobby that's going to do it, it's you,” says Dr. Saam Zarrabi, Rodeo’s co-founder and CEO. Tune into this inspiring episode to learn how Dr. Zarrabi and his leadership team have created an organizational culture that produces that friendly attitude as well as efficient patient flow and high quality care.

You’ll also learn about:

• How Dr. Zarrabi’s childhood shaped his interest in serving lower income populations;
• His deep insights into maximizing patient flow to provide sufficient access to services;
• How Rodeo creates a fun and engaging environment for patients, especially children, through themed celebrations and creative opportunities.

Mentioned in this episode:
Rodeo Dental and Orthodontics

Areo Dental Group

If you own a dental practice, are you an entrepreneur or are you just self-employed? Our guest today on Filling You In, Eric Morin, has helped many dentists understand the difference and transform their practices into wealth-generating enterprises. “If you're truly an entrepreneur, that means you're investing in scale, leadership, and have a greater vision for your organization,” he tells hosts Dr. Anushka Gaglani and Dr. Abhishek Nagaraj. As a business strategist, leadership consultant, and president of Tower Leadership, Eric has empowered thousands of dentists to scale their operations, build lasting wealth and create a life of purpose and freedom. Critical factors in making this transition are having the right mindsets and understanding your identity and how it might be getting in the way of achieving your goals. “If you haven't done your own identity work, start doing it because the way you see yourself and the beliefs you have because of that are everything.”

In this fascinating discussion, Eric also highlights:

• Investing in leadership to scale your practice;
• Reflecting on your organization's purpose to attract talent;
• Differentiating between linear and exponential growth strategies.

Mentioned in this episode:
Tower Leadership

Areo Dental Group

Nearly all of our previous Filling You In guests have mentioned culture as an important ingredient in building successful dental practices and practice groups, but today, we're going to take a deep dive into what that means, how it's created, and how it works. Our guide is Josie Sewell, a trailblazer in the dental industry, known for helping practices across the country improve their culture and performance using a human centered approach. As she explains to hosts Dr. Abhishek Nagaraj and Dr. Anushka Gaglani, it all starts with leadership. “When you have a strong, decisive leader who also respects the contributions of others, it brings a practice to life,” says Sewell, Founder of joyFull People and Co-Founder and Creator of The Dental Operating System. In this uplifting episode we explore Sewell's experiences transforming toxic work environments into spaces of high love and high accountability, and her belief that leadership, empathy, and strategic planning is a blueprint for thriving dental practices. Using a broader lens on the industry, Sewell also discusses the challenges DSOs face, cautioning against ignoring foundational practice-level issues in pursuit of rapid growth.

Tune in for many other insights that include:

· The importance of developing leadership skills in dental associates;
· How to create a culture that nurtures both patients and staff;
· Why it’s important to have male and female leadership.

This is a must-listen for anyone interested in creating a positive team culture in their organization.

Mentioned in this episode:

Winning with Dental Associates: 1-Day Masterclass with Dr. Eric J. Roman and Josey Sewell
Areo Dental Group