This episode features Joseph Wineman, DMD, Chief Executive Officer & Owner at Wineman Dental. Here, he discusses his background, the biggest issues he’s following in dentistry today, the significance of great communication skills in leaders, and more.
Summary
Joseph Wineman, DMD, CEO & Owner at Wineman Dental: Discusses Key Issues in Dentistry and Leadership Skills
Background and Experience of Dr. Joseph Wyman
Dr. Joseph Wyman is the Chief Executive Officer and Owner at Wineman Dental. He completed his dental education in 1981 from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. He served the United States Army Dental Care System for 22 years and retired as a veteran. Dr. Wyman expresses his most significant concerns regarding the high cost of dental education, the corporatization of dentistry, commoditization of dentistry, power of insurance carriers, and overall loss of moral compass.
The Significant Issues in Dentistry Today
According to Dr. Wyman, the significant issues in the dental industry today are the corporate culture, the decreasing insurance reimbursements, and practices of insurance carriers, loss of independent ownership of dental practices, high student debt, patient commoditization, devaluation of dental services, and potential loss of the overall moral compass.
The Importance of Leadership and Communication Skills
Dr. Wyman believes that successful dental leaders require leadership and management skills, great communication skills, ability to connect with patients on a personal level, intra-oral photography and radiographic techniques, regulatory responsibility, and mentorship experience for the upcoming generation of dental experts. He emphasizes the significance of communication skills in effective leadership and better patient care.
Gratefulness to Riz for this Opportunity
Dr. Wyman expressed his gratitude to Riz and the podcast for providing him with the platform to share his knowledge and expertise. He looks forward to another podcast with Riz since it is a valuable opportunity for him.
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This episode aired on 04/02/2023 and can be listened here.
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