Not every patient is a good fit for your practice. Life is actually easier when you prune the bad ones. If you've dealt with patients who miss appointments, delay payments, or even compromise your team's safety, this episode is for you. This episode breaks down when and why patient termination may be necessary.

You'll need a well-documented process for issuing termination letters and handling uncomfortable situations, like bumping into a terminated patient outside the office. Ensuring a safe, respectful work environment is essential. Your team deserves it.

Be sure to check the show notes for additional resources and links, including Teresa’s course on dental insurance design and management. Tune in and take notes—you won’t want to miss this one!

A few talking points:

Exploring patient termination: handling difficult revenue scenarios.

Document thoroughly for legal defense and audits.

Standard responses for difficult situations.

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Being a new manager is scary and challenging. Everything is different now. You are juggling your work friendships and building trust with your doctor. You're managing different personalities all while leading by example, there's a lot more to it than meets the eye. Plus, it can be lonely at the top.

I’ll share personal stories—like a lesson learned the hard way with patient emails 🤦🏻‍♀️—and share insights specifically for new managers. Be sure to check the show notes for added resources, upcoming classes, and events!

Don’t forget to subscribe!

A few talking points:

• Navigating coworker-manager transition challenges and changes.

• Handling complaints in a constructive manner

• Activate your listening and conflict resolution skills.

• Can you be friends with your employees?

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https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

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My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

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Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

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Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

**If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

These are excerpts from two fun episodes of my other podcast Chew on This. Have you ever wondered how treatment in space would happen? Of course you have! My co-host Kevin Henry and I explore the challenges of space dentistry, including how microgravity affects oral care and the innovations being developed for astronauts.

We also discuss Minnesota's recent legislation allowing dental assistants to administer certain injections, highlighting the implications for dental practices and patient care.

Be sure to listen for more insights!

Chew on This! A Dental Podcast

Chew on This #70 Space Dentistry, Turkey Teeth and Frisky Koalas

Chew On This! #66 Mystery Edition! Scottish Dentist Goes Rogue

Link to the articles:

Smile Beyond the Stars: A Narrative Review Exploring the Challenges for Dentistry in Space

Official Rulemaking Record Minnesota Board of Dentistry (Starts on page 269):

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https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

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Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

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Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

**If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**