Washington DC Metro Area Chapter of AADOM

30 Creative Halloween Costume Ideas. Halloween is the perfect time to get our creative juices flowing, and these people have shown just how great our costumes can be when we put our thinking hats on.

A father said to his daughter “You have graduated with honors, here is a Jeep I bought many years ago. It is pretty old now. But before I give it to you, take it to the used car lot downtown and tell them I want to sell it and see how much they offer you for it.”

The daughter went to the used car lot, returned to her father and said, “They offered me $1,000 because they said it looks pretty worn out.”

The father said, now “Take it to the pawn shop.” The daughter went to the pawn shop, returned to her father and said,”The pawn shop offered only $100 because it is an old Jeep.”

The father asked his daughter to go to a Jeep club now and show them the Jeep. The daughter then took the Jeep to the club, returned and told her father,” Some people in the club offered $100,000 for it because “it's an iconic Jeep and sought by many collectors.”

Now the father said this to his daughter, “The right place values you the right way,” If you are not valued, do not be angry, it means you are in the wrong place. Those who know your value are those who appreciate you......Never stay in a place where no one sees your value.

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Struggling with performance reviews? Here's some information that might help......

How to Give Feedback & Performance Reviews Like a Coach, Not a Boss | BizLibrary One in two employees have left a job because of their manager. Join BizLibrary and BambooHR as they explain the importance of developing coaching skills.

https://www.dentistryiq.com/practice-management/human-resources/article/14196693/mandatory-vaccines
Here's another touchy subject. Read on to see what is suggested.....feel free to share your office policy...

Mandatory vaccines? Can dentists institute a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy in their offices? Find out what these HR experts have to say.

https://www.dentistryiq.com/practice-management/human-resources/article/14204414/troubleshooter-must-employees-be-paid-during-dentists-time-off?utm_source=DEC_DIQ+Morning+Briefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CPS210601035&o_eid=5091D0422078E4Z&rdx.ident%5Bpull%5D=omeda%7C5091D0422078E4Z&oly_enc_id=5091D0422078E4Z

This question comes up a lot....read on to see what the answer is. you'll be surprised at which team members the doctor may be required to pay and how the other team members can get paid....

Troubleshooter: Must employees be paid during dentist’s time off? Does your dentist tell you when to take time off? Legally, must the dentist pay employees when the office is closed during the dentist's absence?

https://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2021-archive/may/study-most-aerosol-droplets-in-dental-procedures-from-irrigation-tools-not-saliva

In case you were wondering........
Are your hygienists not using the cavitron or polishing?

Study: Most aerosol droplets in dental procedures from irrigation tools, not saliva The findings, published May 12 in the Journal of Dental Research, is the latest study to demonstrate that visiting the dentist remains safe, with low risk for transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

OSHA is now requiring practices to conduct the following:


Hazard assessment, preparedness and response plan to handle COVID-19 concerns at the workplace

Review control measures to avoid exposure and spread of COVID-19


Ensure policies and procedures are communicated and understood by all team members

Delegate a COVID-19 coordinator to handle COVID-19 related reports and regulatory advisement


ARE YOU PREPARED?
If you need help, please reach out to [email protected] and we would be happy to assist

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Alleged Capitol rioter turned in by fellow patient at dental office A person who allegedly participated in the Jan 6. riot at the Capitol was turned in by a fellow patient at a dental office, according to the Department of Justice.A Justice Department court document said the FBI received a tip a week after the attack, with the individual saying they overheard Daniel...

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Are you and your practitioners paying attention to your patient's medical histories? Read on to find out who is actually liable in this case...

Dental Case Study: Ignoring patient's medical history leads to malpractice lawsuit | MedPro Group A patient sued a dentist, claiming permanent injuries from an extraction. See how proper treatment protocols and a strong defense team played a vital role in winning the claim.

https://www.dentistryiq.com/practice-management/insurance/article/14186142/video-how-i-dropped-a-ppo-now-available-for-viewing

Want to drop that low paying PPO? Here's an article that might help

Video: “How I dropped a PPO,” now available for viewing Do you want to drop that low-paying PPO, but you just can't bring yourself to do it? Chris Salierno, DDS, was in the same situation. Find out how he actually did it as he and two experts discuss making this big move a reality.

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AADOM Chapter Meeting - Washington DC/MD/VA Metro Area Chapter - VIRTUAL MEETING AADOM Chapter Meeting - Washington DC/MD/VA Metro Area Chapter - VIRTUAL MEETING

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are you a "leader" or a "manager"?

2. Trusting Teams | THE 5 PRACTICES How do we create an environment in which our people can work at their natural best?Leaders are not responsible for results, they're responsible for the peopl...