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In addition to the chapter authors, principal contributors to this manuscript were Kathryn Pulkrabek, Manager/ Editor, Professional Products, Department of Product Development and Sales; and Carolyn B. Tatar, M.B.A., Senior Manager, Department of Product Development and Sales.
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Building or Refreshing Your Dental Practice
A Guide to Dental Office Design
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Building a Team You Can Trust Gordon Osterhaus, D.D.S.
Chapter 2: Financial Planning Wells Fargo Practice Finance
Chapter 3: Location Selection and Siting Concerns John Adams, A.I.A.
Chapter 5: Office Layout Michael Unthank, D.D.S. and Architect
Chapter 6: Interior Design Joe Miller, A.I.A.
Chapter 7: Cost-Effective Design David Ahearn, D.D.S.
Chapter 10: Ergonomics in the Operatory David Ahearn, D.D.S.
Chapter 12: Legal Issues ADA Division of Legal Affairs
Chapter 13: Dental Office Design Competition: Case Studies Wells Fargo Practice Finance
Chapter 1:
Building a Team You Can Trust
Chapter 1:
Building a Team You Can Trust
By Gordon F. Osterhaus Jr., D.D.S.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Develop a criteria for selecting a trustworthy team that keeps your best interests at the forefront
Understand and control the inherent pitfalls associated with new dental office development
Reduce the risk of contractor change orders by preparing detailed design documents
Research and find a mortgage that will work for you — and save money in the process
Learn how to turn your dental equipment sales rep into a high-performance ally
Building a trustworthy team is a critical process in office construction or remodeling. While reading this text, you will come to understand the importance of certain steps, procedures, and services, along with the people who provide them. You will also learn about certain flaws that are deeply imbedded in the systems surrounding dental office development. Once you recognize these flaws, you can take command of them and make sure your project not only stays on schedule, but, more importantly, stays within your budget.
Assembling Your Team
The vendors you hire for your new dental office
