An inside interview with LocateADoc.com
Describe the most rewarding experience that you have had working with a patient?
I am so thrilled to see the many patients who not only become so much more attractive, but whose self esteem skyrockets! They are happier, more confident, and I believe they will be more successful in life because of the boost the smile makeover did for them.
When (your age) did you first realize you wanted to become a surgeon? And did you experience anything in particular to motivate you to achieve this prestigious goal?
As a kid I really liked my dentist. I thought there was something so special about him. He was my role model. In college I found my natural ability in the sciences, and I decided to use that along with my artistic skills to go into dentistry. I never dreamt just how helpful my art background would be for dentistry. And for my art background, I thank my Aunt Judith, a professional artist,who spent many hours training me in painting in her studio.
What is your favorite procedure to perform and why?
I really do love all parts of dentistry. I am grateful to feel this way about my work. But the area that gives me the most satisfaction is to apply my artistic skills to my dental expertise to create "miracles" in patients's mouths.
In a perfect world, when would you like to retire, where would you go and what would you do?
I have lots of interests. I am the founder and drummer for a classic rock band: Midlife Crisis. I have won awards for my abstract impressionism painting. I am an avid skier; have a great wife, daughter, son, and dog; count my blessings and gifts in life; and love my profession. I don't worry about staying active and enthused in retirement.
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