Medical Morons
Medical Morons
Podcast Description
Join an orthodontic resident and her father, a former general counsel with zero medical experience, as they navigate the complex world of private practice ownership. Each episode, they interview successful practice owners from various fields to uncover the secrets behind their success. With humor, relatable conversations, and practical insights, this podcast is designed for young healthcare professionals looking to one day run their own business—without any prior business training. If you’re ready to learn and laugh along the way, this is the podcast for you!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
This podcast delves into various topics related to private practice ownership, offering insights from successful medical professionals. Key themes include operational strategies, financial management, and personal anecdotes, with specific episode examples like Dr. Jeffrey Reisman discussing his transition from ophthalmology to business with an MBA and Dr. Jon Diamond sharing lessons from his dental practice establishment in Manhattan.

Join an orthodontic resident and her father, a former general counsel with zero medical experience, as they navigate the complex world of private practice ownership. Each episode, they interview successful practice owners from various fields to uncover the secrets behind their success. With humor, relatable conversations, and practical insights, this podcast is designed for young healthcare professionals looking to one day run their own business—without any prior business training. If you’re ready to learn and laugh along the way, this is the podcast for you!
How does a board-certified pediatric dentist who grew up terrified of the chair go on to build an eight-location empire?
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Michelle, the founder of Kiddsmiles Pediatric Dentistry, to discuss her journey from specialist to CEO. She shares the reality of managing a massive team and the specific systems she used to expand her footprint across the NYC area—all while keeping the patient experience at the forefront.
In this conversation, we discuss:
* Scaling Beyond the Chair: How she managed the shift from seeing patients to overseeing eight different locations and a staff of over 100.
* Culture at Scale: The practical ways she maintains a consistent ”Kiddsmiles” environment across multiple offices.
* Strategic Growth: Her process for identifying the right locations for expansion and the importance of having a solid support team.
* Advice for the Next Generation: What she wishes she knew before opening her first practice.
Whether you’re a resident or an established practice owner, Dr. Michelle’s experience offers a clear look at what it takes to scale a healthcare business today.
https://www.kiddsmiles.com/our-team
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