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A model for increasing senior dental student production using private practice principles.
Rebecca G Pousson1, Gary T McDonald
1Office of the Dean and Clinica Administration, LSUHSC School of Dentistry, 1100 Florida Avenue, Box 141, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA. rpouss@lsuhsc.edu
Journal of Dental Education
|December 4, 2004
Summary
A new dental school business model improved student confidence and significantly increased patient visits and revenue. While successful overall, it did not enhance chairtime utilization among senior dental students.
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- Health Services Management
Background:
- Dental graduates often lack confidence in applying business principles.
- Effective business management is crucial for successful dental practice operation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To implement and evaluate a new business principles model for senior dental students.
- To enhance students' practical business skills and confidence before graduation.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of a model involving production goals, teamwork, personnel evaluation, and incentives.
- Data collection on charged visits, revenue, and student attitudes before and after implementation.
Main Results:
- Average charged visits per student increased by 226.
- Average total dollars produced per student increased by $7,526 (63%).
- Total senior class production rose from $713,740 to $1,066,139.
Conclusions:
- The business model successfully improved student production and revenue generation.
- Student acceptance of the business model increased throughout their senior year.
- The model did not significantly increase senior dental students' chairtime utilization.