Finance 101 for Dentists: What Dental School Didn’t Teach You About Money
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* Registration open until 7/17/26 at 11:45 AM (EDT)
Description:
Finance 101 for Dentists: What Dental School Didn’t Teach You About Money brings together a panel of financial experts—a dental specific lender, financial planner, and CPA—to address the real-world money decisions dentists face throughout their careers. From managing student debt and securing practice financing to tax strategies, cash flow planning, and building long-term wealth, this session offers practical insights you won’t find in dental school. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how to structure their finances, avoid common pitfalls, and make informed decisions at every stage—from associate to owner to retirement. Ideal for dentists at any career level looking to strengthen their financial foundation and confidence.
Learning Objectives
- Evaluate key financial decisions across a dental career lifecycle
Participants will be able to assess critical financial choices—from managing student debt and transitioning from associate to owner, to planning for retirement—using insights from lending, financial planning, and tax professionals. - Apply foundational strategies for cash flow, financing, and tax efficiency
Attendees will gain practical knowledge on structuring practice financing, optimizing cash flow, and implementing basic tax strategies to improve both short-term stability and long-term financial performance. - Identify and avoid common financial pitfalls in dental practice ownership and wealth building
Learners will be equipped to recognize common mistakes dentists make with debt, investments, and practice management, and take actionable steps to build sustainable wealth and financial confidence.
CE Credit: One (1)
Speakers:
- Michael Diehl (Bank of America)
- Chris Sands (Pro-Fi 20/20, Dental CPAs)
- Ryan Rouille (Wealthmade, Partner and Financial Planner)
Format: Lecture Webinar
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GDA Member
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FREE |
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Non-GDA Member
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$19.00 |
- Michael Diehl: Michael has had the privilege to help private practice owners reach their goals for 5 years with Bank of America. With assisting doctors at every stage of a private practice life cycle, he specializes in providing guidance for dentists starting their own practice, expanding their existing practice, renovating, relocating, and practice real estate transactions in Georgia & Alabama. Originally from Ohio and Philadelphia, Michael currently resides in the Atlanta area with his partner Erika and their dog Peach. You can find them either at Piedmont Park, on a Golf course, or cheering on The Ohio State Buckeyes.
- Ryan Rouille: Ryan is a partner at a financial planning firm WealthMade, where he brings his expertise in wealth management, investment strategies, and financial planning to help clients achieve their financial goals. With a strong background in finance and a commitment to providing personalized solutions, Ryan plays a key role in guiding both individuals and businesses toward sustainable financial success. His dedication to building long-term relationships with clients and delivering tailored advice has made him a valued figure in the financial planning industry.Ryan gives back to his professional and personal community in a variety of ways: he fundraises for the DDD Foundation, a local initiative that brings dentistry services to special needs children, and he volunteers with Special Olympics. Ryan is also a member of the Atlanta Chapter of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) and has been on various committees in the financial services industry. Last but not least, Ryan enjoys donating time to his children’s basketball and soccer leagues. When he is not at work, Ryan tries to spend as much time as he can with his family. There too, he dispenses financial guidance! As a parent to four young children, he is well aware of the need to educate his children on the value of saving and has devised creative ways to cultivate good habits early on.
- Chris Sands: Bio coming soon. Chris is a Dental CPA is Pro-Fi 20/20.
For More Information:
Thank you to Endorsed Partner Bank of America for sponsoring this webinar!
This webinar is free to members and $19.00 for non-members.