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Alaska Academy of General Dentistry
The Alaska Academy of General Dentistry is a professional association representing general dentists within our state. We are dedicated to providing resources for continuing dental education to our members and to improving patient care through lifelong service and learning. That dedication is supported by the programs and events that assist AGD members to achieve their professional goals, with our main focus in advocacy.
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Dental Defense: Mastering Insurance, Malpractice and Student Loan Strategies for New Dentists
Date(s)Date: Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. CDT
Subject: 550 Practice Management and Human Relations
Credits: 1
Audience: Students, New Dentists
Cost: Free
Description:
When starting out in your dental career, you are presented with a plethora of information related to insurance, malpractice coverage and loans. With so many options, how do you know what's in your best interest? AGD is here to help and invites students, residents and new dentists to an interactive panel discussion where some of AGD’s benefits providers will talk through common misconceptions within their industry and will share beneficial tips to know as a new dentist.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and differentiate between various types of insurance (e.g., malpractice, liability, health, disability) that are essential for dental practitioners.
- Understand the importance of malpractice coverage and learn to assess different plans based on personal and professional needs.
- Recognize the financial considerations involved in starting a dental career, including loan repayment strategies and investment opportunities.
- Identify and clarify common misconceptions in insurance, malpractice coverage, and loans that may affect decision-making for new dentists.
- Explore the resources and benefits provided by AGD that support early-career dentists in navigating insurance, malpractice coverage, and financial planning.
- Participate in interactive panel discussions and networking opportunities to gain real-world insights from experienced professionals and peers.
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