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Episode 26: Slow Dentistry: Revolutionizing Patient Care with Dr. Farokh Jiveh
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In this episode of Dentalflix Uncut, host Allison Lacoursiere engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Farokh Jiveh, a practicing cosmetic and reconstructive dentist based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Jiveh shares his incredible journey in dentistry, the significance of a fee-for-service practice, and the nuances of creating meaningful patient relationships.
They delve into the challenges faced by new dental graduates, the pressures of the dental industry, and the importance of spending quality time with patients. Dr. Jiveh also provides invaluable advice on cultivating a rewarding career through mentorship, slow dentistry, and personal development. This episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and practical tips for dental professionals at any stage of their career.
Key Topics Discussed:
1. Challenges in Dentistry:
- The impact of not spending enough quality time with patients.
- Potential future issues due to rushed dental work.
- The burnout and disappointment faced by new dental graduates.
3. Slow Dentistry Movement:
- Dr. Jiveh's switch to a fee-for-service practice.
- The importance of seeing one patient at a time.
- Benefits of giving more time to patient care.
4. Mentorship and Professional Growth:
- Finding the right mentor and tribe.
- The significance of not comparing oneself to others.
- The role of self-worth in professional success.
5. Mindset and Personal Development:
- Importance of personal development books.
- Embracing stress management through mindset shifts.
- The concept of “loving oneself” as a foundational principle.
6. Practical Tips and Inspiring Challenge:
- Dr. Jiveh’s advice on patient communication and service.
- Encouragement to elevate oneself out of a victim mindset.
- The 10-for-10 challenge: Positively impacting ten strangers daily.
Important Takeaways:
- Spend enough time with patients to build trust and deliver quality care.
- Find and stick with the right mentor to navigate early career challenges.
- Embrace a fee-for-service model for a balanced professional and personal life.
- Cultivate self-worth and personal development to enhance professional growth.
- Manage stress effectively by approaching situations with an open heart and mind.
- Consistently uplift others and maintain a positive work environment.
For more insights and to connect with Dr. Farokh Jiveh visit the website: http://PalmBeachDentalAcademy.com
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