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Summary

In this engaging conversation, Jill Allen speaks with husband-and-wife duo Drs. Lauren Carlson and Mike Seelig about their journey in starting an ortho-pedo practice together. They discuss their backgrounds, the challenges of balancing family life with a startup, and the importance of structuring their practice for efficiency. The couple emphasizes the significance of building a supportive team culture and enhancing patient experiences through convenience and communication. They also share insights on fostering relationships with referring doctors and the importance of clear expectations in collaborative care. 


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Takeaways

• Mike and Lauren met in dental school and started their practice together.
• They faced challenges balancing family life with their startup.
• Cross-training staff was crucial for their practice's efficiency.
• They emphasize the importance of a supportive team culture.
• Patient convenience is a top priority in their practice.
• Building relationships with referring doctors is essential.
• They aim to eliminate unnecessary appointments for families.
• Clear communication with referring doctors is vital.
• They encourage staff to grow within the practice.
• Their journey highlights the importance of teamwork.

Chapters
 
00:00  Introduction
01:41 Starting the Conversation: Lauren & Mike’s Background
02:01 The Journey to Opening a Practice
03:37 Challenges and Benefits of Working Together
07:28 Balancing Family and Business
11:04 Structuring the Practice: Ortho and Pedo
18:42 Building a Strong Team Culture
26:10 Continuous Growth as Leaders
29:37 Vision for In-House Patient Experience
35:57 Building Relationships Between Orthodontists and Pediatric Dentists
45:26 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Episode Credits:
 
Hosted by Jill Allen
Produced by Jordann Killion
Audio Engineering by Garrett Lucero

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