Episode 235: Dr. Mark Davis - Transform Your Practice: From Chaos to Calm
Release Date: 09/16/2025
Episode 239: Cairo Murphy - Using AI to automate Insurance Verification
The Stress-Free Dentist Show
In this episode of The Stress-Free Dentist Show, Dr. Eric Block speaks with Cairo Murphy, founder and CEO of Stratus AI, about how artificial intelligence is transforming the way dental practices handle insurance. Cairo shares how his company built an AI-powered system that automates insurance verification and claim follow-ups, using advanced voice technology that sounds human while saving dental teams hours of administrative work each week. Listeners will learn how AI helps offices reduce stress, streamline workflows, and recover thousands of dollars lost to inefficient insurance processes....
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Episode 238: Chris Miles - Why Mainstream Financial Advice Sucks
The Stress-Free Dentist Show
In this episode of The Stress-Free Dentist Show, host Dr. Eric Block sits down with Chris Miles, CEO of Money Ripples and a renowned cash flow expert known as the Anti-Financial Advisor. Chris shares how dentists can escape the traditional “save forever” mindset and instead create lasting financial freedom through cashflow management, passive income, and strategic investing. He explains how to overcome debt stress, avoid financial traps, and move toward becoming work optional, working because you want to, not because you have to. From managing student loans and building practice...
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Episode 237: Dr. Laura Brenner - Coaching Dentists To Be More Happy And Fulfilled
The Stress-Free Dentist Show
In this episode of The Stress-Free Dentist Podcast, host Dr. Eric Block welcomes back Dr. Laura Brenner, a former dentist turned coach and speaker, for a powerful conversation about burnout, career transitions, and rediscovering fulfillment in dentistry. Dr. Brenner shares her personal journey of leaving clinical practice, the difference between therapy and coaching, and how dentists can overcome fear, align with their true goals, and explore meaningful side gigs without giving up financial security. This inspiring discussion reminds every dental professional that growth begins with...
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Episode 236: Jen Kirkham - Helping Dentists Get Started With Sleep Apnea
The Stress-Free Dentist Show
In this episode of The Stress-Free Dentist Podcast, Dr. Eric Block sits down with Jen Kirkham, the COO of airVata, to explore how dental sleep medicine is revolutionizing patient care and transforming dental practices across the country. With over two decades of experience as a hygienist and national trainer, she unpacks the science, psychology, and practical steps that help dentists implement life-changing sleep solutions.
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Episode 235: Dr. Mark Davis - Transform Your Practice: From Chaos to Calm
The Stress-Free Dentist Show
In this episode of The Stress-Free Dentist Show, host Dr. Eric Block sits down with Dr. Mark Davis, founder of Dental Simplified, to explore how dentists can reduce stress, avoid burnout, and build lasting career success. Dr. Davis shares his 37-year journey in dentistry, owning multiple practices, navigating the challenges of practice management, and ultimately finding fulfillment by focusing on time management, clinical efficiency, and responding vs. reacting in the operatory. Together, they discuss the traps of perfectionism in dentistry, strategies to streamline the clinical day, and...
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Episode 234: Dr. Eric Recker - The Importance Of Taking Care Of Yourself As A Dentist
The Stress-Free Dentist Show
In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Dr. Eric Block welcomes fellow dentist, coach, and burnout survivor Dr. Eric Recker. They dive into the highs and lows of dentistry, from early career challenges and family practice dynamics to the emotional and physical toll of burnout. Dr. Recker shares how his journey from overcommitment and silent suffering led him to redefine success, reclaim his joy, and ultimately help others do the same through coaching, micro-resilience, and purposeful living.
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Episode 233: Bob Spiel - Should You Sell to a DSO?
The Stress-Free Dentist Show
In this compelling episode, Dr. Eric Block sits down with Bob Spiel, dental consultant, leadership expert, and host of the "Just Say No to the DSO" podcast to unravel the truth behind Dental Service Organizations (DSOs), private equity buyouts, and the illusion of "easy exits" in dentistry. Bob shares his deep experience in leadership development and associate dentist matchmaking, shedding light on how private practitioners can reclaim control, build effective teams, and avoid costly mistakes that jeopardize long-term profitability and fulfillment. If you're contemplating selling your practice...
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Episode 232: Debra Engelhardt-Nash - Fundamentals Of A Great Dental Practice
The Stress-Free Dentist Show
If you’ve ever wondered how to make patients say yes more often or how to bring out the best in your team, this episode is for you. Dr. Eric Block sits down with Debra Engelhardt-Nash, a well-loved dental coach with decades of real-world experience, for an honest and inspiring talk about the things that really matter in your practice. They explore how simple changes in the way you speak and connect can make a big difference in case acceptance, patient trust, and team morale. Debra also shares stories from her own journey, what emotional intelligence really looks like in a dental setting, and...
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Episode 231: Dave Monahan - Why You Need A Membership Plan
The Stress-Free Dentist Show
In this episode of The Stress-Free Dentist Podcast, Dr. Eric Block is joined by Dave Monahan, CEO of Kleer and Membersy, to explore how dental membership plans are helping dentists move away from insurance dependence and take back control of their profitability. From automation and compliance to patient behavior and small business opportunities, Dave lays out why a well-run membership plan is no longer optional, but essential. Whether you're a new practice looking to build loyalty fast or an established office ready to drop PPO plans, this conversation will help you rethink your business model...
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Episode 230: Dr. Mark Murphy - Success with Dental Sleep Medicine
The Stress-Free Dentist Show
In this episode, Dr. Eric Block is joined by Dr. Mark Murphy, Chief Learning Officer at the International Academy of Sleep. From his beginnings in general dentistry to becoming a leading figure in dental sleep medicine, Dr. Murphy shares a compelling journey marked by transformation, innovation, and a relentless passion for improving patient care through airway-focused solutions. They explore how sleep dentistry is not only clinically impactful but also professionally rewarding, and dive into the hurdles keeping dentists from embracing this field. If you’ve been thinking about adding sleep...
info_outlineIn this episode of The Stress-Free Dentist Show, host Dr. Eric Block sits down with Dr. Mark Davis, founder of Dental Simplified, to explore how dentists can reduce stress, avoid burnout, and build lasting career success. Dr. Davis shares his 37-year journey in dentistry, owning multiple practices, navigating the challenges of practice management, and ultimately finding fulfillment by focusing on time management, clinical efficiency, and responding vs. reacting in the operatory. Together, they discuss the traps of perfectionism in dentistry, strategies to streamline the clinical day, and how dentists can reclaim balance while delivering exceptional patient experiences. Whether you’re a new dentist looking to build confidence, or a seasoned practice owner seeking ways to reduce stress, this episode offers practical tips and inspiration to create a more rewarding career.