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In this episode of the Stress-Free Dentist Podcast, Dr. Eric Block interviews Dr. Bob Dee to discuss his journey in dentistry, from bouncing between associateships to eventually taking the plunge into ownership. Dr. Dee sheds light on capitation plans (HMOs and DMOs), explaining how they differ from today’s PPO plans and why he ultimately stopped accepting them.
They also discuss Dr. Dee’s experience with internet bullies in the dental community and his creation of the popular Facebook group Dentistry in General. Discover how Dr. Dee moderates the group, fostering a supportive community that encourages open discussions without toxicity.
Tune in to learn about Dr. Dee’s strategies for handling online negativity, his thoughts on value-based care, and how building strong relationships with patients and colleagues can shape a successful and fulfilling dental career.
Episode Timestamps
- 00:00:12 – Introduction to the Stress-Free Dentist Podcast.
- 00:00:31 – Resources for dentists.
- 00:00:57 – Scheduling your complimentary marketing strategy session.
- 00:01:23 – Introduction to Dr. Bob Dee and about how he got into Dentistry.
- 00:05:39 – The difference between Capitation Plans and PPO Plans.
- 00:08:23 – More about Dentistry in General.
- 00:11:05 – Do internet bullies bother you?
- 00:13:57 – What is the website “Dentistry In General” about?
- 00:15:13 – What is digapalooza?
- 00:17:50 – How he hurt himself by not hanging out with dentists?
- 00:18:35 – The advocacy coalition.
- 00:22:33 – What is Question Two?
- 00:25:37 – What is his definition of a DSO?
- 00:31:15 – How can we get a hold of Dr. Bob Dee.
- 00:32:33 – Advice for younger dentists.
- 00:34:10 – Outro
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