“Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other”
John F. Kennedy
Introduction
Dentistry, and health care in general, are fast evolving fields, and sometimes at light speed. There is so much new knowledge and associated material being pumped into the market place that it seems impossible to keep up.
One proven way to stay ahead in dentistry is to continuously partake in continuing education.
There are many venues in which to get this information, and so many different subjects ranging from clinical to legal to practice management to financial being offered.
One good thing that government agencies such as dental boards have implemented is mandatory minimum requirements of continuing education hours to maintain licensure ( to keep the public safe and continuously advance the profession.)
I will list seven ways that continuing education can help your dental business, but by no means are those the only benefits…… Far from it.
Improving patient care
By providing ongoing education to your dental staff, you can ensure that they are equipped with the latest knowledge and techniques for providing high-quality patient care.
Increase in revenue
Dental staff who are well-trained and up-to-date with the latest techniques are more likely to identify and recommend treatment options that can increase revenue for the practice.
Attracting and retaining top talent
Offering ongoing education and professional development opportunities can help attract and retain top talent to your dental practice
Compliance with regulations
By providing education on compliance with regulations, you can reduce the risk of malpractice and other legal issues.
Staying competitive
By staying current with the latest advancements in dental technology and techniques, you can stay competitive in a rapidly changing industry.
Improving patient satisfaction
A well-trained staff will be able to provide better care and communication, which can lead to an increase in patient satisfaction.
Enhancing the reputation of the practice
A practice with a reputation for providing ongoing education and training to staff members can be perceived as a leader in the industry, which can help attract new patients and improve the practice’s reputation.
Conclusion
By no means is the above an exhaustive list of the benefits of continuing education to a dental practice, but it’s a good start.
The dentist, hygienists, and registered dental assistants are usually required by law to attain a minimum amount of continuing education credits, but the truly successful dental or any other health care enterprise is the one that provides the opportunity for the whole staff to gain continual knowledge that can be IMPLEMENTED for the benefits of patients and staff.
After all, KNOWLEDGE IS GREAT. IMPLEMENTATION IS EVERYTHING.
Abe Jarjoura D.D.S., M.S.
Founder: Dental Care Team Group
Founder: Control “Freaks”- A group for dentists who want to smile more
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