267: Interview with a Cosmetic Dentist & Resilience Enthusiast and Philanthropist, Dr. Christina Monford-McNish
Release Date: 04/26/2024
270: Interview with Dentist, Practice Owner, and Co-Founder of Yapi, Dr. Gina Dorfman
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Dr. Gina Dorfman, a dentist, practice owner, and entrepreneur with over two decades of experience, has made significant contributions to the field of dentistry. After graduating from the University of Southern California with a degree in Biochemistry in 1996 and completing her dental training in 2000, she opened her practice near Los Angeles, California. Despite the challenges of starting in a saturated market, Dr. Dorfman successfully expanded her practice to multiple locations, gaining unique insights into efficient practice management and team dynamics. She is a recognized speaker and...
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269: Interview with an Author and Yoga Therapist, Ann Swanson
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Ann Swanson is the author of the internationally bestselling book SCIENCE OF YOGA and, recently, Meditation for the Real World, which illuminates the fascinating science behind meditation with step-by-step practices to help you find peace in everyday life. However, Ann wasn’t a naturally “chill person,” and meditation didn’t come easy to her. Overcoming chronic pain and anxiety led her to India to study yoga, to China to explore tai chi, into the cadaver lab to teach anatomy, to night school to become a licensed massage therapist, and, ultimately, to earn a Master of Science Graduate...
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268: Interview with Top 1% Attorney, High Conflict Negotiator and International Bestselling Author, Rebecca Zung
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As a lawyer recognized by US News as one of the Best Lawyers in America (top 1%), and with a career spanning 24 years, Rebecca’s credibility is well-established. Her meteoric rise going from a college dropout and single mother to a one of the nation’s most powerful attorneys representing high-profile clients illustrates her resilience and dedication. Her influence extends beyond the courtroom, Now, with over 50 million views and 400,000 subscribers on YouTube, substantial followings on other social media platforms, and a highly rated podcast which ranks in the top .5% of all podcasts...
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267: Interview with a Cosmetic Dentist & Resilience Enthusiast and Philanthropist, Dr. Christina Monford-McNish
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Dr. Christina Jade Monford-McNish a native of Jacksonville, Florida where she and her family currently reside. Dr. Monford-McNish has been practicing for eleven years as cosmetic dentist. Her goal is to provide high quality and compassionate care for the broadest imaginable range of dental care while building meaningful relationships over the course of a lifetime. As a cosmetic dentist, what she enjoys most is being able to transform patient's lives by giving them a new healthy smile, helping them regain confidence in themselves and providing a satisfying dental experience. Dr. Monford-McNish...
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266: Interview with the Lead Doctor of a Dental Partnership Organization Practice and CFO of APEX Payment Solutions, Dr. Suzanne Allmand
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Dr. Suzanne is the Lead Doctor of a thriving Dental Partnership Organization practice and serves as the CFO of Apex Payment Solutions, one of the fastest-growing merchant services companies in the dental field. She has dedicated her career to serving the dental community, serving as faculty at Indiana University Dental School and as the clinic director of a community outreach facility, further demonstrating her commitment to advancing dental education and care. Dr. Suzanne is particularly passionate about engaging younger dentists, guiding them towards clinical excellence and financial...
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265: Interview with board certified Prosthodontist & Certified Dental Technician, Dr. Miles Cone
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Dr. Miles Cone graduated from Tufts Dental School and completed a 3-year Prosthodontic residency in the U.S. Army. In addition to achieving board certification and diplomate status within his specialty, Dr. Cone has earned his designation as a Certified Dental Technician. Dr. Cone’s career revolves around his role as a is Key Opinion Leader, international speaker, author, and co-owner of Nuance Dental Specialists in Portland, Maine.
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264: Interview with dentist and Founder & CEO of Dental Consent Cloud, Dr. Sarah Khan
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Dr. Sarah Khan began her dental career after graduating from the University of Pennsylvania in 2011, and have since bought and grown two practices in Seattle, WA, over a span of 12 years. Her journey reflects a deep commitment to delivering exceptional dental care, coupled with a keen understanding of the intricacies of healthcare business management. Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Khan's involvement as a Commissioner in the Washington State Department of Health Dental Board has allowed her to contribute to dental legislation, rulemaking, and disciplinary actions. Dr. Khan's expertise in...
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263: Interview with General Dentist & Practice Owner, Dr. Laura Cox Williams
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Dr. Laura Williams did not come from a dental family, but by the age of 12 she knew she wanted to be a dentist. Growing up in rural West Virginia, Laura and her family did not know any female dentists to serve as a role model, but her parents valued higher education and encouraged her on this career path. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Concord University, the local state college where both her parents worked, and was accepted to the West Virginia University School of Dentistry in 2001. Upon graduation, Dr. Williams returned to her hometown where she spent the next 16 years working as an...
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262: Interview with Founder & CEO of Great Dental Websites, Jeff Gladnick
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Although Jeff comes from a family of 7 dentists, he never received “the calling” and instead became a software engineer. After creating a website for his dad’s clinic, he was approached by other members of his family to create their websites, and eventually founded Great Dental Websites. What started as a family project has evolved into the company it is today, serving over 900 practices worldwide, supported by a team of over 35 employees between our Denver and Sydney offices. https://www.greatdentalwebsites.com/
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261: Interview with general dentist & Cofounder of Cocofloss, Dr. Chrystle Cu
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After years of filling preventable cavities, Dr. Chrystle Cu set out on a mission: Reduce tooth decay and gum disease by creating a floss so effective and delightful that people would actually look forward to using it. In 2015, Cocofloss was born. Since then, her innovative oral-health company has sold over 5 million spools of Cocofloss and gained the devotion of dental professionals and consumers alike — winning the Allure Best of Beauty Award (2022), GQ Grooming Award (2022), and the dental industry’s prestigious Cellerant Award two years in a row (2021 and 2022). Its ever-expanding...
info_outlineDr. Christina Jade Monford-McNish a native of Jacksonville, Florida where she and her family currently reside. Dr. Monford-McNish has been practicing for eleven years as cosmetic dentist. Her goal is to provide high quality and compassionate care for the broadest imaginable range of dental care while building meaningful relationships over the course of a lifetime.
As a cosmetic dentist, what she enjoys most is being able to transform patient's lives by giving them a new healthy smile, helping them regain confidence in themselves and providing a satisfying dental experience. Dr. Monford-McNish is a member of multiple dental organizations and a member of the Jacksonville Alumae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She is very active in her local community from going to middle and high schools volunteering and speaking to hosting free dental days for those that are in need in the local community to providing $20,000 free smile makeovers.
Aside from her day to day drilling and filling, Dr. Monford-McNish loves spending time with her family, engaging in impactful community initiatives and inspiring others to adopt resilience as a principle for massive and lasting success. As an inspirational speaker, resilience enthusiast and philanthropist, Dr. Christina works passionately to spread her message in hopes that it will inspire others to overcome opposition, leverage hardships as lessons to grow and make a positive impact in the world. Through her book, speaking engagements and work through her nonprofit organization, she is shifting perspectives centered around adversity, compelling individuals to engage in purpose driven work while honoring the power of resilience and its ability to build tenacity, character and perseverance.