Dr Hitesh Doshi - How to balance being a great clinician and a great practice owner

Episode 474,   Sep 17, 09:00 PM

In this episode of The Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr. Jesse Green is joined by Dr. Hitesh Doshi as they discuss the juggle of clinical work whilst running a successful Dental business.

Dr. Hitesh Doshi graduated as a dentist in 2003 and completed his postgraduate studies in public health in 2006. Combining technology and continuing education, Dr. Doshi practices all the aspects of general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics and implant dentistry.

Dr. Hitesh has a couple of superpowers in business. He is a tremendous leader. He is really good with people, and he is extremely good at understanding how the numbers of his business work and paying attention to the critical steps he needs to take to maximise business growth.

No matter where you are in your dental practice business journey, this episode is one you will find powerful and full of tips you can implement immediately.

  • [5:43] - Buying a Dental practice from a Corporate Organisation. The pros, and the cons.
  • [7:38] - If you enjoy your dental clinical work, you can still develop a very successful and profitable business.
  • [10:21] - Look ‘outside’ for business growth strategies.
  • [11:57] - The first step to start your business growth.
  • [13:07] - You’ll understand your business better if you understand the data behind your business. How to read the numbers.
  • [15:17] - How to recruit people that stay long-term.
  • [18:19] - To OHT … or not to OHT … that is the question Dr Hitesh answers.
  • [20:59] - Building a culture on your terms, that serves the greater good of the business and the team around you.
  • [24:08] - Understanding your leadership voice is a superpower you can use everyday within your dental practice business.
  • [29:15] - You WILL make mistakes. Dr Hitesh describes the mistakes he has made along his dental business journey.
  • [35:25] - The philosophy you create to build your dental practice is critical to its long term financial success.