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The Unseen Curriculum: Formation Series #8: Visibility without Distortion with Tye Bate
Hosted by Dr Michael Shambira In this episode, Dr Michael Shambira sits down with Tye Bate, the founder and dental marketing expert from 230media.dental to unpack the role of social media in…
The Unseen curriculum: Formation Series #7 – High Standards Without Self-Punishment with Dr Sam Gidaro
Hosted by Dr Michael Shambira In this episode, I sit down with Dr Sam Gidaro to unpack a tension many high-performing students and early-career dentists feel but rarely articulate: how do you…
The Unseen Curriculum: Formation series #6 – When ambition outpaces judgement with Dr Michael Frazis
Hosted by Dr Michael (Mike) Shambira In this episode of the Formation series, Mike sits down with Dr Michael Frazis, Director of Education at Ripe Global, to explore the blind spots that shape…
Feature #101 – The journey behind the title with Dr Rand Younes
Hosted by Ahmed Issa Ahmed Issa sits down with Dr Rand Younes to explore the journey behind the title. From arriving in Australia as a young immigrant with little English, to becoming dux of her…
Feature #100: Mastering Patient Care & Expectations with Dr Sam Gidaro
Hosted by Dr Michael Shambira and Ahmed Issa Stepping out of dental school and into a thriving practice can be entirely overwhelming, but itdoesn’t have to be. In this feature episode, we sit down…
The Unseen Curriculum: Formation Series #5 – The Multifaceted Clinician with Dr Waleed Arshad
Hosted by Ahmed Issa Real growth in dentistry is built in discomfort. In this feature episode of the Formation Series, Ahmed Issa sits down with Dr Waleed Arshad to explore confidence, mentorship,…
The Unseen Curriculum: Formation Series #4 – Learning without ego with Dr Matt Hedge
In this episode of the Formation series, Dr. Mike Shambira talks with Dr Matt Hedge, a cosmetic dentist on the Gold Coast, to unpack what it actually means to learn well in the early years of…
Most played episode series #7 – Becoming confident and competent with Dr Maria Avis
Hosted by Dr Erica Hwin When I see dentists producing amazing work in various specialties, the first thing I want to know is how they were able to build their skills to that point. Knowing the…
The Unseen Curriculum: Formation Series #2 – Rapid progress without being reckless with Drs Johan Weemaes and Greg Fine
Hosted by Dr Michael Shambira In early dentistry, ambition and responsibility collide. You want to move quickly.You want to grow. You want to do meaningful work. But you’re also responsible for…
Most played episode series #6 – The Cracked Tooth with Dr Michael Mandikos
One of the most common findings when charting is a crack in a tooth, but determining the severity and the right treatment path can be a dilemma. In this episode, host Erica Hwin sits down with…
The Unseen Curriculum #6 – the cost of becoming a dentist with Dr Michael Shambira
If you are doing everything right on paper but still feel unsettled or unsure of yourself, this episode is for you. We dive deep into the “hidden curriculum” of dentistry—the gap between your…
Feature #99 – Mastering General Dentistry: From mistakes to mentorship with Dr Julian Dantes
Hosted by Dr David Keir Dr. Julian Dantes joins Dr. David to discuss the honest journey from a rural “sink or swim” graduateto a successful practice owner on the Sunshine Coast. Unlike the curated…
The Unseen Curriculum #5 – How to build mental resilience as a dental student with Dr Rebecca Smith
Hosted by Dr Michael Shambira What does it take to have two babies, work as a nurse, survive dental school, AND come out smiling? Dr. Rebecca Smith shows us that resilience isn’t about being tough…
Most played episode series #5 – Upskilling & Critically Evaluating Yourself with Dr Andrew Cheng
Ever felt paralysed by criticism? Dr. Andrew Cheng reveals how he transformed brutal feedback into rapid skill development and went from implants to high-level cosmetic dentistry in just a few…
Dental Business Head Start #4 – Inside the Legal Side of Practice Ownership with Dr Jesse Green
Hosted by Dr David Keir Ever wondered what legal pitfalls could cost you thousands when buying a dental practice? Dr. David Keir and Dr. Jesse Green reveal the critical legal considerations every…
Most played episode series #4 – The Complete Guide to Predictable Dental Bonding Protocols with Dr Bez Shokouhi
Discover the hidden secrets to perfect dental bonding that they never taught you in dental school! In this episode, Dr. Bez breaks down the critical steps that make the difference between successful…
The Unseen Curriculum #4 – The Mental Game Behind Clinical Confidence with Dr Aneet Gill
Hosted by Michael Shambira Ever felt like you’re not good enough to be treating patients? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Unseen Curriculum, Michael Shambira sits down with Dr. Aneet…
Feature 98# – Uni life: Beyond the grades with Michael Shambira
Hosted by Christina Potestas Ever wondered what it takes to excel in dental school while overcoming life’s biggest challenges? Join Christina as she sits down with Michael Shambira, winner of…
Dental Business Head Start #3 – What to look for when buyinh your first dental practice with Dr Jesse Green
Hosted by Dr David Keir Are you contemplating diving into practice ownership? Get ready to unlock the secrets of successful practice acquisition with our Dental Business Head Start series! Join…
Most played episode series #3 – Perspective and the Importance of Life Outside of Dentistry with Dr Sahil Soni
Hosted by Dr David Keir Ever wondered what drives the most respected dentists to achieve excellence? Join us for an intimate conversation with Dr. Sahil Soni, the renowned DPR administrator and…
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The Dental Head Start Podcast has published 200 episodes since May 2021, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Medicine.
The Dental Head Start Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 38m.
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