The Dental Marketer Lessons From Starting a Fee-For-Service Practice in New York City | Dr. Arti Jagirdar | 589
What are the real-world secrets behind building a successful fee-for-service dental practice in New York City?
In this inspiring episode, Dr. Arti Jagirdar reveals the unexpected path from aspiring physician to celebrated Manhattan dentist (one deeply shaped by her roots as the child of immigrants and entrepreneurs.) She opens up about how discovering art in high school transformed the way she approaches dentistry and why her own open heart surgery became a pivotal moment, fueling a new level of empathy for her patients. Dr. Jagirdar shares how these personal milestones helped her cultivate a uniquely patient-centric philosophy, pairing technical expertise with genuine, heartfelt care.
Discover the behind-the-scenes journey of building a thriving fee-for-service practice amidst Manhattan’s competitive landscape. Dr. Jagirdar walks us through the pivotal business decisions she made, from legal preparedness to strategic partnerships, and how she leverages both advanced dental technology and human connection to create an exceptional patient experience. Her candid stories (spanning trademark challenges, crafting strong referral networks, and the ongoing role of continuous education) offer powerful insights into what it takes to create a truly modern, holistic dental practice.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How deeply personal experiences can reshape your entire approach to patient care
- The role of art and creativity in building a distinctive dental practice
- Essential legal and financial strategies for opening a fee-for-service office
- The keys to finding trustworthy consultants, vendors, and IT partners
- How holistic, patient-focused care leads to loyal referrals in a crowded market
- Ways to navigate and overcome legal challenges, including trademark disputes
- Tips for using social media and online reviews to boost your reputation
- Why mentorship, community, and ongoing education are cornerstones of success
- Insight into advanced dental procedures like sleep apnea treatment
- The impact of empathy and thoroughness on business growth and patient trust
Listen now for a masterclass in blending technical excellence with heart, and discover what it truly takes to build patient trust and success in modern dentistry!
(This episode originally aired on 2/29/24)
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Guest: Dr. Arti Jagirdar
Practice Name: Flatiron Dental
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