The Dental Head Start Podcast The Unseen Curriculum: Formation Series #5 – The Multifaceted Clinician with Dr Waleed Arshad
Hosted by Ahmed Issa
Real growth in dentistry is built in discomfort. In this feature episode of the Formation Series, Ahmed Issa sits down with Dr Waleed Arshad to explore confidence, mentorship, mindset and what it takes to grow into a well-rounded clinician. Not about shortcuts.About becoming who the profession demands of you.
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Key moments
(00:00) Introduction and Path to Dentistry
(02:49) Unlearning the Dental School Echo Chamber
(07:07) Why Sales Experience Makes You a Better Dentist
(10:55) Overcoming Early Clinical Failures
(14:14) Challenging the 5-Year Implant Rule
(18:14) The Crucial Role of Mentorship
(19:51) Transitioning to Complex All-on-4 Procedures
(25:52) The Reality of Social Media Before-and-Afters
(30:40) Building Brand Equity as an Associate
(34:36) Solving the Flossing Problem with Glissy
(38:32) Final Advice: Become a Multifaceted Professional
Dr Waleed Arshad
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