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A customizable checklist and suggested first-week schedule to provide a new associate with all the information and tools they need so that they can be confident and successful from day one. 

The interview process provides an opportunity for both the practice owner and associate candidate to assess whether their working relationship will be compatible. Get tips in this resource.

General information and guidance to help you evaluate prospective partners if you are considering forming a group or multi-owner practice.

Dental-checklists

Whether you’re looking for an opportunity as an associate dentist or looking to hire an associate dentist, take a look at the tools available to assist you with your hiring and onboarding needs.

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Practice Management News

Creating a Culture of Safety in Dentistry Journal California Dental Association
CDA Journal examines quality improvement and risk management in dentistry

This collection of articles is intended as a “catalyst for dental teams” to take immediate steps toward offering patients the safest dental visit. Articles invite dental teams to examine their current approaches to identify areas needing improvement and to begin employing individual and systemic practices to advance a culture of safety. 

August 15, 2024    Patient Management
Dentists can use CDA’s new Practice Health Check to prepare for future practice transitions

Preparation and planning for future transitions is the focus of CDA’s third-quarter Practice Health Check.

July 30, 2024    Practice Transitions
Dental Team Summit motivates attendees to drive practice success with new skills 

CDA’s Dental Team Summit debuted in May during CDA Presents. Dental teams have another opportunity to learn and grow together during the second Dental Team Summit in Northern California this fall.

July 9, 2024    Practice Management