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What happens when you’re on the other side of the patient experience—and it goes sideways?
In this episode, Dr. Jason shares a personal story about a frustrating hospital visit that left him stewing in a changing room for nearly an hour. From missed MRI scans to poorly managed expectations, this experience becomes a powerful analogy for common mistakes made in dental practices every day.
You’ll learn:
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Why small oversights—like not checking a scan before a patient leaves—can create outsized damage to trust and perceived competence.
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How to handle mistakes with urgency and empathy, including working around patient schedules.
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The overlooked power of proactive communication and managing expectations in real time.
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Why a simple, thoughtful gesture (like a $10 gift card) can help repair a frayed patient relationship.
This episode is a crash course in turning service breakdowns into leadership and systems breakthroughs. If you want to improve your patient experience, start here.
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