2025 Courses and Events

Course #: 6080
Date: 12/03/2025
Time: 8:30am - 9:30am
Course Info: Half Day
Speaker(s):
David Goodman, CPA

Topic: Pract Mgmt & Human Relations - Financial Management
Tuition: $125.00
Credits: 1
AGD Number: 550 – Practice Management & Human Relations-Financial Management
Recommended For:
Dentists, Students, Spouse, Educator

Description:

Navigating the financial landscape as a new dentist can be overwhelming. This course outlines young dentists' ten most common financial missteps and how to avoid them. Attendees will receive practical strategies on everything from the optimal timing for practice ownership to understanding key performance metrics, managing taxes, and planning for life’s uncertainties. By developing strong financial habits early, dentists not only position themselves for long-term success and independence but also create the foundation for delivering higher-quality, patient-focused care in a practice they control.

Learn to:

• understand core financial principles and tax strategies essential to personal and professional success
• become financially prepared for private practice ownership, enabling greater control over patient care and treatment standards
• plan for a secure financial future, freeing you to invest in technologies, training, and systems that elevate the patient experience

Course #: 6085
Date: 12/03/2025
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Course Info: Half Day
Speaker(s):
David Goodman, CPA

Topic: Pract Mgmt & Human Relations - Financial Management
Tuition: $125.00
Credits: 1
Recommended For:
Dentists, Hygienists, Assistants, Students, Administrative Staff, Spouse, Educator

Description:

In today’s rapidly evolving dental landscape, independent dentists face both new challenges and exciting opportunities. This engaging and informative session demystifies the current DSO (Dental Support Organization) environment and dispels common myths surrounding corporate dentistry. Attendees will gain practical insights on how to grow and thrive as independent practice owners, maintaining clinical autonomy, building sustainable businesses, and ultimately improving patient health outcomes. By taking control of their professional future, independent dentists are better positioned to deliver more personalized, comprehensive care that prioritizes long-term wellness.

Learn:

• to clarify common misconceptions about DSOs and corporate dentistry
• how independent dentists can compete effectively with large group practices while maintaining high standards of care
• key performance metrics and business strategies to grow a financially and clinically successful practice that supports optimal patient health