Jun 13 / Dr. Dennis Hartlieb

Ep. 65 & 66: Interview with Dr. Bradley Olson

PART 1

PART 2

About the Sharecast 

In this two-part Sharecast episode, Dr. Bradley Olson and Dr. Dennis Hartlieb explore the challenges they've faced throughout their careers in the dental industry, emphasizing the significance of continuous learning, hard work, and teamwork. Plus, they share expert tips on communicating effectively with patients, and the benefits of using rubber dam's in practice.

Dr. Olson shares personal stories and insights on overcoming obstacles in dental school and private practice, detailing his journey and how he transitioned into his coaching career.

You can reach out to Dr. Olson at bolsoncoaching@gmail.com if you have any questions.

In part one of this episode, you'll hear:

3:15 It all started with braces in 6th grade...

8:47 Dentistry in 1960's

10:45 The importance of rubber dams

16:04 Dental school pink slips
18:35 Endo Clerkship to General Practice
25:00 Appletree Dental
31:21 Reaching a breaking point
32:25 Introduction to the AACD
37:16 Making difficult changes to the practice

In part two of this episode, you'll hear:

2:05 San Diego 1996 First AACD meeting

4:10 AACD Accreditation process

13:47 The transition from private practice

15:30 Dr. Olson' coaching career 

19:03 Common themes in coaching

21:04 Imposter syndrome

23:30 It takes a village to be a great dentist 

Dennis Hartlieb, DDS, AAACD

Dr. Hartlieb is the founder & CEO of Dental Online Training. Dr. Hartlieb is an Accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AAACD), a MEMBER of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and he runs a full-time cosmetic and restorative practice in Chicago.

Dr. Hartlieb is the host of the Dental Online Training Sharecast which you can find wherever you listen to podcasts.

Bradley J Olson, DDS, FAACD, FAGD

Dr. Bradley Olson obtained his dental degree at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry and has been a member of the AACD since 1995. His greatest accomplishments include becoming an Accredited member of the AACD in 1998, attaining AACD Accredited Fellow status in 2005, being an active member of the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, and becoming a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry.

In addition to serving as the Fellowship Chair to the American Board of Cosmetic Dentistry (ABCD), Dr. Olson has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to the Academy with a clear passion and dedication to motiving other dental professionals looking to pursue, or currently pursuing the AACD Accreditation process. He also serves as the Treasurer of the American Board of Cosmetic and Esthetic Dentistry. Because of his many achievements, his passion for dental education and mentorship, and his dedication to the Academy, Dr. Olson has been awarded the prestigious Hall of Fame Evy Award.

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