Join us for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Muhammad Ali Shazib, Dean and Chief Clinical Officer of the Workman School of Dental Medicine at High Point University. Learn about their innovative approach to dental education, including community-based clinical training, integrated business education, and how they're preparing students for the future of dentistry.

Episode Navigation

• 00:14 - Introduction of Dr. Muhammad Ali Shazib
• 00:54 - Current state of dental education
• 04:00 - Why choose High Point University Workman School
• 06:14 - Admissions process and values alignment
• 15:57 - Clinical education approach
• 21:40 - Community-based practice model
• 34:51 - Discussion on tuition and financial sustainability
• 39:11 - Managing culture across multiple locations

Key Takeaways


Educational Innovation

• Values-based admissions focusing on collaboration, compassion, integrity, innovation, and growth mindset
• Integration of business education and entrepreneurship into core curriculum
• Community-based clinical education through HPU Health practices
• Emphasis on real-world practice experience and technology integration

Clinical Training Model

• 275 operatories across multiple community practices
• No traditional dental school clinic - all training in working practices
• Integration of digital dentistry and advanced technology
• Focus on efficiency and real-world productivity standards

Featured Guest

Dr. Muhammad Ali Shazib: Dean and Chief Clinical Officer of the Workman School of Dental Medicine at High Point University. DMD from Boston University and completed residency in Oral Medicine at Harvard University. Leading innovative changes in dental education through community-based training and integrated business education.

Featured Discussion Topics

• Future of dental education
• Values-based dental training
• Community practice model
• Business education in dentistry
• Technology integration
• Clinical efficiency training
• Practice management education

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Topics: dental education, dental school innovation, practice management, dental technology, dental business education, clinical training, community-based dentistry, dental school curriculum, dental practice efficiency