Elevate Orthodontics Podcast with Dr. Lance Miller Dr. Lance Miller

Dr. Lance Miller is the host of the well-known “Elevate Orthodontics Podcast.” He lives in Keene, NH where he is the owner of a three location, single doctor orthodontic practice. He attended dental school at UNC-Chapel Hill and completed his orthodontic specialty training at Saint Louis University. If you listen to the podcast, you know Lance has many hobbies, including hiking, skiing, playing the piano, cheering for UNC and BYU sports and yes, even the New England Patriots. He is married with two children and loves to travel with his family.

Tune into this episode to learn about:

-Why the Elevate Orthodontics Podcast is going on hiatus

-How to maximize your investment in systems and people

-Practical financial advice for orthodontists

-How to overcome resistance and achieve your goals

Many thanks to the wonderful supporters of the Elevate Orthodontics Podcast, including listeners throughout the world. I would also like to specifically thank the companies that have sponsored the podcast to offset production, hosting and development costs. People who have played an outsized role in the success of the podcast are Jen English, Mason Washer, Justin Sorensen, Bridgette Brooks, Mari Sawtelle, and Becca Miller.

Jackie Shoemaker utilizes more than 35 years of experience in the orthodontic industry to help orthodontists develop more satisfying and profitable practices by increasing income and improving staff financial skills. Her competitive advantage is her unique skill set obtained through her B.S. in accounting, foundation in corporate accounting, experience working in an orthodontic practice, and knowledge of orthodontic software.

Jackie developed the payment compliance company AccounTrac, Inc. where, for the past twenty years, she and her team encounter the first-hand effects of patient delinquency, financial arrangements, practice policies, and treatment-related concerns while collecting patient accounts for orthodontic practices on a daily basis. Her expertise and services especially enhance the areas of cash flow maximization, patient & insurance delinquency reduction, financial arranging, patient relations, and internal financial controls.

Tune into this episode to learn more about:

-Analyzing the financial fitness of your practice

-The impact of financial arrangements on your practice

-Using collections activity efficiently and effectively

-When to enlist the help of a consultant

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Dr. Felty was born and raised in Pennsylvania where she attended Villanova University and was a member of the varsity swim team.  She attended Temple University for her dental degree and orthodontic training.  During dental school she swam the English Channel as part of a 3-person relay team to raise money for MS research.  She met her husband in dental school and moved to his hometown in British Columbia after finishing school.

She is a part time faculty member in the graduate orthodontic program at the University of British Columbia and is in a private practice partnership in Abbotsford, BC.  She dedicates a considerable portion of her time serving on various dental and orthodontic committees and boards, on both the local and national levels.  She currently holds a position on the Board of Directors for the PCSO and serves on the AAO Council for New and Younger Members, where she also acts as the liaison to the AAO Board of Trustees.  She is a passionate advocate for having more female and younger members hold various positions in organized dentistry in recognition of the changing landscape of the dental profession.

She loves orthodontics and enjoys the comradery among her colleagues. When she isn’t focusing on teeth, she enjoys being with her three daughters, her husband who is a general dentist, and their huge bernese mountain dog.  She also loves traveling and seeing all the world has to offer.

 

Tune into this episode to learn more about:

-Becoming and staying involved in organized dentistry

-Generation gaps and how we can understand each other and work better together

-Protecting our profession, how our future is up to us

-Giving more than you take

Articles/Books mentioned in introduction:

How The Financial Planning Process Differs For Young Clients: Not Simpler, But Different Complexities

Beyond the Grave: The Right Way and the Wrong Way of Leaving Money To Your Children (and Others)

Living Trusts for Everyone: Why a Will is Not the Way to Avoid Probate, Protect Heirs, and Settle Estates

Dr. Regina Blevins started her career in dentistry in 1980 as a Dental hygiene graduate of C.S. Mott community college. She attended the University of Michigan where she received her degree in dentistry. Her appreciation and love for the fine art of the cosmetic side of dentistry led her to pursue her orthodontic graduate training at the University of Minnesota, where she received her Master of Science and a certificate in orthodontics.

Dr. Blevins enjoys staying up to date on the latest developments in orthodontics by maintaining a rigorous continuing education schedule and by following current orthodontic research. National speaking events on behalf of Invisalign and Aligntech is a passion for Dr. Blevins and has led her to teaching dental students at the University of Minnesota.

When she is out of the office Dr. Blevins enjoys living an active lifestyle and spending time with her husband Tom and their four children, Noah, Rachel, Lucy, and Will. As a family, they enjoy doing yoga, Taekwondo (Dr. Blevins is a black belt!), and spending time in their backyard cooking, gardening and relaxing. Dr. Blevins is an active member in her church and community and enjoys giving back to those who bring her so much happiness.

 

Tune in to learn more about:

-Incorporating the latest technology into your clinical practice

-Ingredients for a successful partnership

-The future of orthodontics from the standpoint of a clinician and educator

This episode is sponsored by Communicate Excellence:



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Doug Copple graduated from Appalachian State University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) and Master of Science (MS) degree in Accounting. Prior to working with Bentson Copple & Associates, he was an Audit Senior for Ernst & Young, LLP, and an Audit Associate/Senior for KPMG, LLP. Doug is a member of the National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts (NACVA). He is integral in both the exclusive valuation methodology and tax allocation/negotiations in the transition process. Doug ensures that our clients are provided with reports of the highest quality that adhere strictly to industry standards. His goal at Bentson Copple & Associates is to provide shorter negotiation cycles and stronger assurance of deals reaching completion.

Tune into this episode to learn more about:

-How to evaluate an orthodontic practice to purchase

-Legal and accounting nuts and bolts in the purchase workflow

-Why the relationship between buyer and seller is the most important part of the deal

-How partnerships and DSOs are changing the landscape of orthodontic practice ownership

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Dr. Greg Jorgensen is a board-certified orthodontist practicing in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. He received his undergraduate degree from BYU, his dental degree from Washington University in

St. Louis, and his masters in orthodontics from the University of Iowa. Dr. Jorgensen has served as the president of the both the RMSO and the New Mexico Association of Orthodontists. He served for 8 years on the AAO Committee on Technology and is currently serving on the Council on Communications.

Dr. Jorgensen has published numerous articles in the AJO-DO, the JCO, and Orthodontic

Products magazine. He has been featured multiple times as a guest lecturer on the Practical

Reviews in Orthodontics series and speaks nationally and internationally on website design,

Internet presence, social media, and reputation management.

Tune into this episode to learn about:

-Dr. Jorgensen’s summary of the AAO Mid-Winter meeting as shared by him on Facebook

-Summary findings from the AAO white paper on OSA and Orthodontics

-Practical takeaways from the meeting to apply in your office

-A call for more discussion and debate based on scientific principles