The Grumpy Consultant

Office Management
The Grumpy Consultant asks, 'Do you practice in Jurassic Park? Because your office has a dinosaur.'
In a way that only the Grumpy Consultant can, pull up a chair and get ready to have a little chat about that one employee who is holding you (and your practice) back.
March 4, 2025
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Team Management
The Grumpy Consultant and the illusion of goal-setting
In the first installment of a regular series, a grumpy dental consultant takes an honest, open look at how many dental practices start the year and how long hope lasts.
January 8, 2025
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Top Stories
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Legal Issues
Supervisors can’t be held liable in dental whistleblower case
A recent California court decision reshapes who may be held liable for whistleblower retaliation claims.
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Imaging & CAD/CAM
Opinion: Before you beta test that new dental technology, read the fine print
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Legal Issues
Dentist gets probation for infection control violations
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Pediatrics
These U.S. kids may be the most exposed to amalgam-related mercury
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Patient Communication
Do’s and don’ts for enhancing the new patient experience
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